Sports Injury Rehabilitation

Whether you have just injured yourself, or have failed rehab from a long standing injury and want to get back to your best, I can help.

As a fully qualified and insured Sports Therapist, I possess the expertise to not only identify and evaluate musculoskeletal injuries but also to develop a comprehensive treatment plan. From the initial stages following an injury to the eventual return to your chosen sport, my guidance extends beyond recovery, aiming to enhance your overall understanding and performance.

Combining my Sports Therapy MSc with over 10 years of Personal Training experience means I am confident in treating a wide range of injuries and conditions.

Navigating through the complexities of prolonged injuries or past rehabilitation disappointments can be daunting. However, with the right direction, knowledge, and strategy, I'm dedicated to facilitating a pain-free return to movement and a reinvigorated engagement in the sports or activities you love.

Key areas of Sports Injury Competency and Education:

  • Clinical expertise in examining and assessing common sports-related injuries

  • Tailored Sports Rehabilitation plans to accelerate your recovery journey

  • Skillful application of manual therapy techniques for peripheral and spinal joints

  • Precision in Sports Massage techniques to optimize muscle function and recovery

  • Complete understanding of Trauma Management within the context of sports and exercise

  • Harnessing the potential of Electrotherapy: Ultrasound, Interferential, and TENS

“When I started training with Tom, I had injuries to a shoulder and knee. Tom was meticulous in preparing a program for me that addressed both injuries, alongside my desire to get fitter and stronger.

His attention to detail is second to none and I very quickly made progress with all my goals. I am now injury free, which I attribute to Tom’s care, attention and knowledge.

Tom is ever watchful in his support and guidance and makes a huge effort to create variety and interest in his programs. I look forward to his gym sessions and can’t recommend him highly enough.”
— Jonathan M

FAQs: The Basics

  • The most common question I receive is what is Sports Therapy and how is it different from physiotherapy. The answer is that it's not too dissimilar when treating the musculoskeletal system (sporting injuries) however physios also deal with respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions.

    Being a Sports Therapist means my focus is on working with an active population who are looking to return to any level of physical exercise stronger than they were previous to the injury.

  • I treat disorders surrounding the musculoskeletal system - the bones, muscles, joints, tendons, nerves, ligaments, and soft tissues that work together to provide the body with support, movement, and protection.

    Common MSK Injuries:

    • Repetitive strain injury

    • Tendonitis - Patella,

    • Epicondylitis - Golfers/Tennis Elbow

    • Back Pain - Chronic and Acute

    • Herniated Disc

    • Dislocation - Knee, Shoulder

    • Replacements - Hips and Knees

    • Sprain - Ankle, Wrists

    • Fractures

    • Osteoporosis

    • Osteoarthritis

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

    • Cervical Spondylosis

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis

    • Tension Neck Syndrome

    • Fibromyalgia

    • Rotator Cuff Injuries

    • Costochondritis

    • Muscle Strains and Low Back Injuries

    • Repetitive Motion Injuries/Tendonitis

    • Epicondylitis

    Examples of Acute Injuries:

    • Muscle/Tendon: Tendinopathy, Tendon Rupture, Muscle Compartment Syndrome

    • Bone: Fracture, Bone stress injury, Bone contusion, Avascular necrosis, Physis injury

    • Cartilage/Synovium/Bursa: Cartilage injury, Arthritis, Synovitis/capsulitis, Bursitis

    • Ligament/Joint capsule: Joint sprain (ligament tear or acute instability episode)

    • Chronic instability

    • Sudden onset of injury during or after exercise: Sprains and Strains

    • Foot or Shin Pain when running

    • Knee pain when exercising

FAQs: What Can You Expect?

  • Some of these treatments may include:

    • Targeted exercises and stretches that improve movement and strength

    • Joint mobilisation

    • Soft tissue manipulation

    • Electrotherapy using ultrasound or TENS machines

    • Taping or strapping to treat pain in the ankles, wrists, and shoulders

    • Deep tissue massage

  • Sports Therapy Treatment tends to follow the below approach stages;

    • Full Body Assessment and diagnosing through an all-encompassing approach

    • Providing advice on how to improve health and how to avoid further injury

    • Recommending stretches and exercises that can improve mobility and relieve pain

    • Creating and delivering a rehabilitation plan that leads to physical independence and recovery

    • Educating patients on how to reduce the risk of injury and how to manage pain

Want to find out more? Write to me on hello@personaltrainertom.co.uk