Playing basketball requires a high level of agility, precision of movement and stops, fast pivots, and quick vertical leaps (takeoff, peak height, and landing).  It requires players to routinely use their bodies to their advantage –to fight for position, to intentionally draw contact in the air while shooting the ball, thereby using their forearms and elbows to ward off defenders.  Predictably, this has led to the following common injuries:


1. ACL and MCL INJURIES
2. ANKLE SPRAINS
3. FRACTURED KNEE CAPS
4 . HIP AND THIGH CONTUSIONS
5. FOOT FRACTURES
6 . PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME
7. AMP; JAMMED FINGERS.

Even though you do your best to prevent an injury, we recognise that accidents can still happen.  We understand that it can be devastating to suffer an injury after months of training and dedication to the game. While it may seem like your once-promising sport has come to an end, this doesn’t have to be the outcome.   At Medstar Physical Therapy, we help athletes through the entire rehabilitation and recovery process.

Our team of Physical Therapists, Acupuncturists, Chiropractors and Sports Medicine Specialists will help basketball players get back on the basketball court as soon as possible.

Recovery from BASKETBALL INJURIES

We understand that after sustaining an injury, your top priority is getting back to the game. We will provide you with the treatment methods needed to recover and get you back to playing.  Taking fast action in your healing process is imperative.  Our team will teach you the stretches and exercises necessary to regain strength in the injured area, help facilitate a full recovery, and provide you with the skills to reduce the risk of recurring injury.

How long does it take to return to play?

The time it takes to return to play depends mostly on the type and severity of the injury. Comparing your recovery time to that of another athlete with similar injuries will not be beneficial, as everyone heals at a different rate. Rest assured that we will work closely with you and your physician to ensure that there is nothing else going on.

Need Physical Therapy?

Count on us to design a program specifically to your core needs.  We are committed to delivering the best possible care, compassion, and service excellence to our clients.

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Please get in touch with us if you have any questions about cost, scheduling, or anything else. We can’t wait to help!