SPORTS AND EXERCISE

Sport and exercise are essential for healthy bones, heart and general well being.  Unfortunately injuries can sometimes occur resulting in an interruption to your sport and exercise routine. 

Injuries vary from person to person and can occur for a number of reasons including a lack of preparation, twisting, overuse, poor technique, collisions and falls. 

Osteopaths regularly treat injuries to the neck and back, shoulder, elbow (tennis/golfer elbow), wrist, hip, knee, leg and ankle.  An assessment of the injured area and surrounding areas will be made to ensure that there are no impediments to recovery. 

Soft tissue massage techniques may be employed to promote blood-flow to the injured area or joint mobilisation to decrease pressure.  Often exercises will also be assigned to patients to aid muscle flexibility and quicken recovery.

Osteopathy can assist in the healing process and speed up recovery time.  With treatment, your body can return to peak condition and allow you to continue with your routine and prevent further injuries.

For those who want to get the most out of their body and improve their athletic capabilities, Osteopathy can also assist in increasing your stride length, breathing capacity, coordination, flexibility and range of motion by ensuring that your muscles and joints are working to provide maximum results.