(Sunday Runner )
I enjoy running a lot but had to stop my favourite hobby due to an injury with my meniscus. I was already considering a knee operation but thanks to the fantastic and very professional help of PhysioActive, I was able to get back on the running track. It is amazing what can be done under the guidance of a skilled physiotherapist.
Simply put, being active is healthy! However, injuries are an often unavoidable part of participation in sports. In fact, it’s estimated that over 16,000 people suffer sports injuries in Singapore each year. These injuries can cause acute pain as well as lead to chronic problems that degrade your quality of life. Whatever your sport and level of play, no participant is immune from the hazards of sports injuries..
The PhysioActiveSolution
PhysioActive provides prompt, expert care for any type of sports injury. We get you feeling better and back on the field fast.
We can help you reach your peak performance and aid in your recuperation from any sports injuries or other problems. These include sprains, strains, dislocations, and recovery from fractures. Our sports physiotherapists are familiar, experienced, and comfortable treating a wide variety of sports injuries, from ankle sprains to shoulder problems. Whatever your sport of choice, we can help you recuperate with customised treatment that will get you back in the game as quickly as possible.
At PhysioActive, you’ll enjoy access to the latest in advanced exercise equipment designed to assist you with strengthening and improving flexibility. This equipment offers tremendous benefits in recuperation and performance enhancement – as part of therapy or on your own under the guidance of our sports physiotherapists.
It can be hard to decide what symptoms are serious enough to justify making an appointment.
Online health sites can help you to research your symptoms before contacting a health professional but remember, many conditions have similar symptoms.
If you are feeling lost, unsure or amiss, call us for advice and book an appointment to put your mind at ease.
Preventing injuries sometimes just takes a little thought and time.
By taking another look at your environment and lifestyle, you can respond to potential risks and keep situations manageable.
Sports injuries in particular, can also be prevented by preparing your body for the level of intensity. Overuse injuries and traumatic injuries can be avoided by using the proper techniques and engaging in strength & conditioning training.
The types of treatment that you receive will depend on your condition. Your physiotherapist might utilise a variety of treatment techniques, such as:
*Shockwave therapy
*Dry needling
*Manual therapy
*Clinical massage
*Exercise therapy
*Ultrasound
*Electrotherapy
*Thermotherapy & Cryotherapy
*Taping & Strapping
Studies have shown that physiotherapy is just as effective as surgery for healing meniscal tears or mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis.
While many types of knee injuries tend to be treatable without surgery, including MCL, PCL, and cartilage tears, every case is different. The need for surgery also depends on your level of activity. For instance, ACL reconstruction may be the best bet for a football player.
As a general rule (for knee conditions), researchers have suggested that if you are experiencing major pain but can move your leg, consider physiotherapy first. If you have good range of motion, physiotherapy may very well settle down the symptoms over time.
The R.I.C.E procedure is an industry-validated approach for the treatment of acute injuries such as a sprain or strain.
-Rest
-Ice
-Compression
-Elevation
The primary goal of R.I.C.E. is to bring pain and swelling under control as quickly as possible.
If you are feeling lost, unsure or amiss, call us for advice and book an appointment to put your mind at ease.
