Sports with high bounce and impact forces are particularly prone to injuries. If a sports injury has already occurred, the PECH rule (rest, ice, compression, high support) applies. This first includes a break for the athlete. Then the wound is compressed by ice application and the affected extremity is elevated. It is only important not … Physiotherapy for sports injuries
Treatment/exercises bar A pulled groin is a well-known injury, especially in soccer players or ice hockey players, but also hobby sportsmen are affected. Mostly, the groin strain occurs when the legs are spread too much, e.g. when sliding, slipping or hurdling. After the PECH rule and measures such as heat therapy, stimulation current therapy and … Treatment/exercises bar | Muscle strain physiotherapy
Treatment/therapy shoulder A pulled shoulder is very uncomfortable for those affected because they can hardly use the entire arm due to the lack of muscle power and pain. In addition to cold or heat therapy and electrostimulation, the injured muscle can be reactivated after a short recovery phase. 1) Half jumping jack to strengthen the … Treatment/therapy shoulder | Muscle strain physiotherapy
Torn muscle fibre A rupture of a muscle fiber, as the name already suggests, results in a rupture of the muscle fibers in the fiber bundles of the muscle. In contrast to a pulled muscle, tissue damage occurs, which is more painful and prolonged for the person affected. A rupture of muscle fibers also occurs … Torn muscle fibre | Muscle strain physiotherapy
In order to understand a torn muscle fiber, one should first look at the fine structure of a muscle. The task of the muscles is to enable movements of our body through contraction. There are 3 types of muscle groups: In most cases, the striated muscles are affected by a torn muscle fiber. This forms … Torn muscle fibre physiotherapy
Thigh front A torn muscle fibre in the thigh occurs very frequently during contact sports such as soccer, basketball or handball. Those affected usually notice the injury through an acute shooting pain in the affected area, which is felt as very stabbing and strong. In most cases, the movement has to be interrupted and one … Thigh front | Torn muscle fibre physiotherapy
Belly If a torn muscle fibre occurs in the abdomen, those affected can in most cases clearly distinguish the pain from other causes of abdominal pain. The pain is felt as pulling and stabbing and is usually made worse by stretching, pressure and movement. A torn muscle fibre tear in the abdomen occurs, as with … Belly | Torn muscle fibre physiotherapy
Back A muscle fiber tear in the back occurs far more rarely than for example a muscle fiber tear in the thigh or calf. Nevertheless, a torn muscle fiber in the back can be very painful for the person concerned. It is often everyday movements, such as lifting too heavy weights or rotating the upper … Back | Torn muscle fibre physiotherapy
Torn muscle bundle A torn muscle bundle not only affects a single muscle fiber, but all muscle fibers that make up a muscle bundle. The pain is correspondingly greater for those affected, which can be extremely strong, stabbing and pulling. A torn muscle bundle occurs especially when the muscle is overstrained to a great extent. … Torn muscle bundle | Torn muscle fibre physiotherapy
Summary In summary, muscle strain, torn muscle fibers and torn muscle bundles are injuries that occur very often, especially in competitive and hobby sports.Normally, however, the injuries are uncomplicated and heal without any problems if the affected person follows the rules and allows his body enough time for rehabilitation. In any case, a doctor should … Summary | Torn muscle fibre physiotherapy
Strain is related to muscular overload, where the muscle fibers that make up the muscle must stretch beyond their normal elasticity. This usually happens when the strain is too great and in sports where rapid changes of direction are required, such as sprinting, soccer or tennis. Those affected usually notice the strain by a shooting … Muscle strain physiotherapy
Treatment/exercises – calf A strain in the calf occurs very often. Especially during running sports, a strain in the calf is very common. This is also treated according to the PECH rule, after which there are some gentle exercises to mobilize the calf again. 1) Stretching the calf Stand in front of a wall about … Treatment/exercises – calf | Muscle strain physiotherapy
