Have you been dealing with an injury you can’t seem to get over? Have you heard you’re supposed to rest, but when you do, it appears to worsen your problem when you try to exercise again? At Bridge Physical Therapy in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club, our physical therapists are experts at getting to the root of your problem(s) and, more importantly, skilled at helping you resolve it once and for all!
Physical therapists excel in understanding the type of injury and how to resolve it. Too often, the clues our body sends about an injury or a potential injury are overlooked until it is too late. Even then, people tend to ignore and push through pain, only to find themselves in an even worse predicament.
Trying to resolve all pain or injuries with the same treatment plan is likely the reason for the lack of improvement some people experience. Fortunately, our team of therapists can not only distinguish between the different types of injuries, but we can also guide you through an individualized program to achieve the best possible outcome!
Request an appointment today with one of our specialists, and let us help get to the root of your problem and get on the road to recovery sooner than later!
What is meant by overuse injuries?
The term “overuse injury” describes an injury caused by repeated microtrauma versus an acute injury caused by a specific or single event. Most overuse injuries are caused by repetitive activities or improper techniques repeated over an extended period.
Overuse injuries can be tricky to identify because there is little to no pain early on and because the traumas are so minor (aka microtraumas). Over time the tissues (i.e., muscle, tendon, bone, or ligaments) cannot repair themselves adequately and eventually are overloaded and become injured.
After exercise or activity or tissues normally undergo adaptation to strengthen and tolerate similar or more stress in the future. When this ability is disrupted, the tissue can’t adapt properly, or the repeated stress is too great for the tissue to handle, resulting in pain or an overuse injury.
Overuse injuries are often due to muscular imbalances after accelerated growth, poor techniques, excessive or limited flexibility, and excessive training volume. Although it may seem like rest is all that is needed to resolve this type of problem, total rest or excessive rest can worsen the condition and make the tissue more susceptible to future injury.
Our physical therapists in South Ogden, UT or Ogden Athletic Club, will identify the factors related to your condition, help you resolve your pain, and correct any errors in your training or exercise plan. We will take a proactive approach by designing a structured exercise program to ensure you get the results you have been looking for and prevent any future episodes!
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!