Sports injuries can occur due to direct or indirect forces like jerks, twisting movements, forces during contact with other players etc. Rehab & recovery from these injuries depends upon the severity & type of injury. The sports injury can be
Physiotherapists at Vivacare Advanced Physiotherapy and Pain Clinic are very well trained in assessment and treatment of various kinds of sports injuries. Possessing a sound knowledge of body biomechanics, they help you with tissue repair and prevention of injury so that you can return safely to your game.
We have extensive experience in assisting the recovery of athletes, tennis players, football players etc. Many a sportsperson (both male & female) have been able to address their chronic sports injuries with our help and have been able to return to their favourite games.
Any injury that causes significant swelling, an inability to bear weight or use the limb normally, or a "pop" sensation at the time of injury should be assessed promptly rather than "playing through" it.
Generally as soon as it’s safe to do so — early guided movement (once any acute swelling is managed) tends to produce a faster, more complete recovery than prolonged rest.
Yes — sports physiotherapy also covers biomechanics, strength and movement-pattern work that can reduce re-injury risk and support performance.
Ice is generally preferred in the first 24–48 hours to help manage swelling and pain; heat is more useful later for loosening stiff, healed tissue.
This depends entirely on the injury and how your rehab progresses — your physiotherapist will use specific functional tests, not just a calendar date, to clear you for return.
Yes — addressing strength imbalances, movement patterns and load management is a core part of sports physiotherapy and measurably reduces re-injury risk in many studies.
