Sports Therapy in Leicester

Sports Therapy is a form of musculoskeletal care focused on assessing, treating and rehabilitating injuries and movement-related problems. It combines clinical assessment, hands-on treatment, exercise rehabilitation and advice to help reduce symptoms, restore movement and improve physical function.

Sports Therapy is not just for professional athletes. It can benefit runners, gym-goers, recreational sports players and people returning to exercise, as well as those experiencing everyday muscle, joint or soft-tissue problems. Treatment is adapted to your activity level, symptoms and individual goals.

Sports Therapy can be used for a wide range of musculoskeletal problems, including muscle strains and tears, tendon pain and tendinopathy, joint stiffness, back and neck pain, sports injuries, repetitive strain injuries and problems caused by changes in training or activity levels.

Your therapist will begin by discussing your symptoms, how and when they started, previous injuries, medical history, activity levels and goals. They will then assess relevant areas such as movement, joint mobility, strength, flexibility, balance and functional movement to identify factors that may be contributing to your problem.

Treatment may begin during your initial appointment where appropriate. Depending on your assessment, this may include hands-on techniques, mobility exercises, strengthening exercises, movement retraining or advice on modifying activities. Your therapist will also explain your rehabilitation plan and what you can do between appointments.

Treatment is personalised to your condition and may include hands-on soft-tissue techniques, joint and mobility work, stretching, strengthening exercises, movement retraining and rehabilitation. Your therapist may also provide advice about training load, activity modification, recovery and returning to sport or exercise safely.

Yes. If an injury keeps returning, your therapist can assess factors that may be contributing to the problem, such as reduced strength, mobility, movement control, training load or insufficient rehabilitation. The aim is not only to manage your current symptoms but also to help reduce the risk of future problems.

Yes. Rehabilitation can be gradually progressed according to your symptoms, strength, movement and physical capacity. Your programme may include sport-specific exercises and functional movements to help rebuild confidence and prepare you for a safe return to your usual activity.

The number of appointments varies depending on the type and severity of your problem, how long you have had symptoms and your individual goals. Some problems may improve with a small number of sessions, while more complex or longstanding injuries may require longer-term rehabilitation. Your progress will be reviewed throughout treatment.

Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows the affected area and your movement to be assessed. For lower-limb or sports-related problems, shorts or flexible sportswear may be helpful. Your therapist will explain if anything specific is required for your assessment.