Recover From an Upper Extremity Sports Injury With Occupational Therapy
Have you suffered an upper-body sports injury that’s taken you out of the game? If so, you may benefit from orthopedic therapy by our occupational therapists in Fort Myers, FL.
Upper body injuries are common among athletes who participate in sports like baseball, football, volleyball, and tennis. While they may temporarily put you out of athletics, injuries can be managed and treated with a proper occupational therapy treatment plan! Our specialists at Cascade Hand & Orthopedic Rehab can help you develop new methods of performing daily tasks while you heal from an injury.
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Common Upper Body Sports Injuries
Sports injuries that affect your upper extremities include:
- Overuse injuries: These result from repetition or incorrect form. Common upper body overuse injuries include:
- Rotator cuff injury: A rotator cuff injury occurs when there is a tear in the group of muscles and tendons that allow for rotation in your shoulder joint.
- Wrist sprains: Wrist sprains are painful injuries that happen when ligaments stretch or tear to the point of damage.
- Tennis elbow: Tennis elbow is an irritation of the tissue that connects the forearm muscle to the elbow.
- Bicep tendonitis: Tendinitis is characterized by inflammation in the tendons that connect the biceps to the bones of the shoulder.
- Carpal tunnel syndrome: Carpal tunnel is a condition caused by a pinched nerve in the wrist.
- Shoulder dislocation: Shoulder dislocations occur when the upper arm bone pops out of the cup-shaped socket in the shoulder blade.
- Fractures: Fractures in the arms, collarbone, or hands are common injuries that can cause severe pain and inhibit movement.
How Orthopedic Therapy Can Help You Return to Athletics
If you’ve had an upper extremity sports injury, you can rely on our Fort Myers, FL team at Cascade Hand & Orthopedic Rehab to help you fully recover and transition back to athletics. We’ll assess your condition and formulate a care plan customized to your lifestyle and recovery goals. Techniques that we use in treatment include:
- Address any swelling and pain with manual techniques, exercises, and customized splints
- Range of motion exercises to restore mobility and joint function
- Strengthening exercises to improve functions and prevent future injuries from occurring
- Education on how to use adaptive equipment such as braces, splints, or casts if necessary
- Lifestyle modifications to help you manage your symptoms and achieve daily tasks
The ultimate goal of occupational therapy for sports injuries is to get you moving again! Call Cascade Hand & Orthopedic Rehab today to learn more about treatment and request an appointment.
Your Next Steps…
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Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!