The intensity and repetition of certain sports movements during the game can lead to injuries such as ankle sprains, knee injuries, or even finger injuries. These injuries not only diminish your athletic performance but can also keep you off the field for a while.
Ankle sprain
It's the most common injury in basketball. It usually occurs when landing on another player's foot after a jump or during a sudden change of direction. The lateral ankle is generally affected. Proper strength training and proprioception exercises can reduce the risk of suffering from this condition. Want to learn more about how to prevent and treat it? this blog We'll tell you in detail.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
It is one of the most feared injuries in basketball. It usually occurs during high-intensity moments of the game, generally when the knee collapses inward, either due to direct contact or even without any contact. In addition to the ACL, the medial meniscus and the medial collateral ligament are sometimes also injured, forming the so-called "triad injury".
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Patellar tendinopathy (“jumper’s knee”)
It's a common injury among players, especially those who perform a lot of jumping or receiving jumps. The patellar tendon is affected due to the excessive load it must bear, causing pain below the kneecap. It frequently affects young athletes who are in the growth phase, have high training loads, and have not yet developed adequate physical condition for the demands of the sport.
Shoulder or finger dislocations
These injuries usually occur due to falls and direct contact. In the case of the shoulder, the most common is glenohumeral dislocation Anterior. There are different degrees depending on the severity of the joint displacement. Regarding the fingers, the interphalangeal joints of the ring finger and thumb are usually affected.
Achilles tendinopathy
It is characterized by pain in the back of the ankle, where the Achilles tendon is affected by excessive stress. It is common in players who perform numerous sprints, jumps, and changes of direction. The ideal approach in these cases is to retrain the tendon so it can withstand training and matches.
Muscle tears
Tears occur when muscle tissue is unable to withstand the stress placed on it, especially during explosive actions such as sprints, sudden jumps, or changes of direction. These types of injuries are common in basketball, especially in muscles such as the hamstrings, calves, and soleus (tennis leg), as well as in the rectus femoris of the quadriceps.
Physical therapy for basketball injuries in Alcalá de Henares
Every injury is unique, and so is every patient. Therefore, having individualized treatment tailored to your needs is key to effective recovery and a safe return to the court.
At the Evolution Advanced Physiotherapy Clinic in Alcalá de Henares, we have specialists in the treatment of sports injuries. Our professional team designs personalized plans combining advanced tools such as ultrasound, diathermy, invasive techniques, and therapeutic exercise, with the goal of speeding up your recovery.
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