Ask most athletes when they’re most likely to get hurt and they’ll say late in the season, when they’re tired and beaten up. It’s a reasonable guess. It’s usually wrong. The riskiest stretch of a spring season tends to be the beginning — tryouts, the first few weeks of practice, and the opening games. And […]
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There’s a sound people who work in sports learn to recognize. An athlete pulls up mid-sprint, reaches back for the back of their thigh, and everyone on the sideline knows what’s happened before anything is said. Hamstring strains are the signature injury of spring sports, and there are good reasons for that. There’s also an […]
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Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country and it’s easy to see why. It’s fun, social, and keeps you active without feeling overwhelming. But here’s what we’re seeing more and more at Sports Physical Therapy: Players aren’t getting injured because pickleball is dangerous.They’re getting injured because of the way they’re approaching […]
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Pickleball has exploded in popularity across the country and for good reason. It’s fast-paced, social, and accessible for all ages. But with more people playing more often, we’re seeing a significant increase in pickleball injuries at Sports Physical Therapy. If you’ve started noticing soreness after matches, stiffness the next morning, or even sharp pain during […]
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Winter sports offer an incredible opportunity to stay active, challenge your body, and enjoy the outdoors in a completely different way. Among them, skiing stands out as one of the most popular and physically demanding options. Whether you are heading to the mountains for a weekend trip or planning a full ski season, your experience […]
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Winter sports bring a unique kind of energy. Whether it is skiing fresh powder, snowboarding with friends, hitting the slopes for the first time, or pushing your limits in more advanced terrain, there is nothing quite like being active in the colder months. But alongside the excitement comes a reality many people overlook. Every winter, […]
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For many athletes, winter sports don’t just happen — they arrive. One day it’s fall training. The next day you’re on a plane headed to the mountains. Or stepping onto the ice for your first competitive game. Or lacing up for your first winter trail run. The problem? Your body doesn’t instantly adapt to the […]
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Winter sports bring a different kind of excitement. The first snowfall. Fresh powder. Crisp air. The sound of skis carving through snow or the sharp edge of a hockey blade on ice. Whether you ski, snowboard, play hockey, compete in winter running events, or simply enjoy staying active in colder months, winter sports demand strength, […]
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Winter sports are often viewed as seasonal fun rather than high risk activity. However, compared to everyday sports and recreational exercise, winter sports carry a unique injury profile that many people underestimate. Understanding why injury risk is higher during winter sports can help you prepare better and avoid setbacks that interrupt your season. What Makes […]
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Winter sports are exciting, fast paced, and physically demanding. Whether you ski, snowboard, skate, or take part in other snow based activities, preparation matters more than most people realize. Many injuries happen not because of bad luck, but because the body was not fully prepared for the demands of the slope. This pre slope checklist […]
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