Have you had to sit out due to a sports injury?
MSK Health and Performance can help you recover!
Have you ever hurt yourself while exercising or playing a sport? Injuries are sometimes unavoidable in sports, whether you’re a pro or a weekend warrior. If you’ve been sidelined due to a sports injury, it’s time to see a sports chiropractor or physiotherapist so you can get back to doing what you love!
Whatever your problem is, our staff can help you recover and prepare your body for the demands of any sport you enjoy playing.
Please contact us if you have recently suffered a sprain or strain, if you are looking to recover from surgery or a broken bone or are looking to improve your mechanics for that extra edge in performance. For many common sports injuries, a dedicated and integrated conservative treatment plan can help you restore your strength, mobility, and function—getting you back in the game without going under the knife. Our therapists regularly work with athletes and understand how to prepare them for any sport or physical activity.
We’ll get you off the bench and back on the field as soon as possible! Make an appointment as soon as possible with our sports injury clinic in Vancouver Kitsilano, Downtown Vancouver or Burnaby Metrotown.
Meet Our Team!
Get to know our team of experts dedicated to helping you recover faster and perform at your best!
DR. ALI WALIZADA
CHIROPRACTOR
Kitsilano
DR. JOHN WHITE
CHIROPRACTOR
Downtown
DR. GLENN CASHMAN
CHIROPRACTOR
Metrotown
DR. CHRIS WHITE
CHIROPRACTOR
Metrotown
DR. RYAN TAKAGI
CHIROPRACTOR
Kitsilano
JENNIFER GONSALVES
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Kitsilano
LUCAS HAMPEL
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Kitsilano
PETER DASTYCH
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Kitsilano
DANIEL CHANG
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Downtown
CHLOE CHAPMAN
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Metrotown
SAMUEL FAN
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Metrotown
What role does Chiro and Physio play in sports injuries?
Our Vancouver & Burnaby sports chiropractors and physiotherapists are sports medicine experts. They are proficient at identifying restrictions and limitations that may be interfering with physical movement and optimal performance. To assess your physical condition and potential areas of concern, our sports chiropractors and therapists perform a thorough evaluation and movement screening.
We will use this information to tailor a program to your specific needs and ensure you are prepared to face the challenges of your sport. To ensure your results, our programs will include any appropriate treatment, such as manual therapy, strengthening exercises, mobility work, and coordination drills.
Treatment for sports injuries in Vancouver & Burnaby, BC
Injuries are common during any sporting season and are classified as either traumatic or overuse.
A specific incident causes traumatic injuries, such as:
- Strains, including pulled muscles
- Concussions (i.e., football collisions, soccer ball heading, falls, etc.)
- Ligament sprains (e.g., ACL, MCL) – These often lead to surgical recommendations, but many cases can be managed effectively with targeted physiotherapy.
- Tendon tears (e.g., rotator cuff) – Our integrated approach can help manage even significant tears, often helping patients avoid the need for surgery.
Overuse injuries, however, are caused by repetitive movements and/or poor technique performed over time. Overuse injuries include the following:
- Tendinitis (i.e., shin splints, jumper’s knee)
- Repetitive stress with poor technique (i.e., stress fractures, throwing injuries)
Sprains are a common injury in sports. Ligaments connect your bones. A sprain can occur when a ligament is stretched beyond its limits. When a ligament is stretched, it becomes looser and more prone to being sprained again in the future.
Strains, also known as pulled muscles, are similar to sprains but affect muscles and tendons rather than ligaments. Tendons are the fibrous bands that connect your muscles to your bones. A strain can occur when a tendon is stretched beyond its limit. If the tendon is injured, it must be completely healed or it can lead to chronic overuse.
We will conduct an injury screening to identify any underlying conditions that may result in future injuries. If and when we identify limitations and weaknesses, we will address them head-on in order to resolve them fully.
As you progress through rehabilitation, the intensity and complexity of your program will be increased. To prepare your body for the demands of a competitive sports season, our team will incorporate sports-specific training. We will work hard to get you ready for the start of your season.
A Phased Approach to Recovery
Our goal is to create a structured path to get you back to your sport safely and effectively. Your personalized recovery plan will progress through several key phases:
- Pain and Inflammation Control: In the initial phase, we use techniques like manual therapy, massage, and modalities to reduce swelling and manage acute pain, creating an optimal environment for healing.
- Restoring Range of Motion: Once the initial pain is under control, we focus on gentle exercises and hands-on techniques to restore normal, pain-free movement to the affected joint and tissues.
- Building Strength and Stability: This is the core of your recovery. We will guide you through a progressive strengthening program, focusing not just on the injured area but on the entire kinetic chain to build robust support and prevent re-injury.
- Return to Sport: In the final phase, we introduce sport-specific movements, drills, and agility training to ensure your body is fully prepared for the dynamic demands of your sport, giving you the confidence to return to play.
Bike Fit sessions
Bike Fit is all about matching the geometry of the bike to the mechanics of the rider. The purpose is to reduce the incidence of injury and to improve cycling performance. Research has found that a cyclist’s position influences comfort, pain, perception of fatigue and power output.
MSK Clinics Bike Fit sessions are performed by our physiotherapist Lucas Hampel at our Kitsilano location.
Tired of sitting on the bench?
To heal sports injuries, contact MSK Health and Performance today!
Sports can improve a person’s health and happiness, but they also carry the risk of injury, whether you’re a weekend warrior or a highly competitive athlete! Our physiotherapists, registered massage therapists and chiropractors at MSK are highly skilled at treating all types of athletes and their various injuries. We will work with you to get you back on the field as soon as possible!
Make an appointment at our physiotherapy centre in Vancouver Kitsilano, Downtown Vancouver or Burnaby Metrotown today, and we’ll get you back to playing your favorite sport as soon as possible!
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