Sports Injuries

Sports-related injuries can affect the feet, ankles, and lower limbs due to high-impact and repetitive movements.

Symptoms

• Pain, swelling, or instability
• Reduced strength or mobility
• Difficulty returning to sport

Diagnosis

Assessment includes detailed history, physical examination, movement screening, and functional testing. Imaging may be used if required.

Causes & Risk Factors

• High-impact or repetitive movements
• Poor conditioning or strength deficits
• Inadequate warm-up or recovery
• Previous injury
• Poor biomechanics
• Sudden changes in activity intensity

Treatment

Treatment may include rehabilitation programs, manual therapy, injection therapies, taping, strength and conditioning, and guided return-to-sport planning.