Why Athletic Therapy?
About Athletic Therapy at Centreline physio, Sports & Wellness.
Don’t let the name fool you, Athletic therapy is not just for athletes. Our Athletic therapists are trained in the prevention, on the spot care, and reforming of musculoskeletal injuries. Our therapists conduct postural evaluations, aid in the selection of proper equipment (including fittings), Taping, conditioning programs, and more!
Is Athletic therapy for me?
Athletic therapists are experts on movement and function. At Centreline Physio, Sports & Wellness Inc. our Health care professionals are skilled at assessing and managing a range of conditions including:
- Ankle sprains
- Plantar Fasciitis
- MCL sprains
- Meniscus tears
- Post-op ACL reconstruction
- Groin strains
- SI joint dysfunction
- Sciatica/piriformis syndrome
- Knee/hip arthritis
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Herniated discs
- Rotator cuff strains/tears
At Centreline Physio, Sports & Wellness Inc. your Health care professionals work as part of a team with you and sometimes other health care providers or sports coaches. The success of your Athletic therapy program usually requires your co-operation outside of our Physiotherapy clinic. You will probably be required to participate in an exercise program or some modifications to your postural or lifestyle habits. Your dedication to your Athletic therapy "homework" will greatly enhance the outcome of your Athletic therapy program and will help you to achieve your goals as quickly as possible.
Our Athletic therapists are at our Brantford location and are a great resource when it comes to the prevention of most of the above conditions. By offering advice on posture, exercise, workplace, and lifestyle habits, you can expect your Athletic therapist will follow the system below to ensure your time in Athletic therapy and at home is used effectively to reach your goals.
- Assess your symptoms.
- Plan your treatment.
- Treat your condition.
- Continually evaluate the effect of treatment on your condition and adjust the treatment plan if necessary.
- Help you to manage your condition at home and to prevent reoccurrence of problems.
- Communicate with any other health professionals involved with your condition, such as your doctor, to ensure a united approach to achieving your goals.
At Centreline Physio, Sports & Wellness Inc. our Health care professionals keep up-to-date with the latest in medical and sports science research to help them select treatments that have been scientifically proven to help your condition. This is called "Evidence Based Practice".
Some of the treatments that Health care professionals at Centreline Physio, Sports & Wellness Inc. may use include:
- Mobilization of joints
- Therapeutic exercise
- Electrotherapy such as ultrasound therapy and electrical stimulation
- Massage
- Advice and education
Make us your first choice for Athletic Therapy in Brantford!
