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Tips for Preventing Sports-Related Injuries

Sports are among the most popular ways to stay active for people of all ages. But, sports can also lead to injury that, in severe cases, can permanently pull you off the field. 

Rather than treating sports injuries after they occur, why not prevent them while you’re still healthy? Sports injury prevention can spare you from a lengthy recovery time, curb scar tissue production, and reduce your risk of chronic pain. 

Sports Injury Prevention Tips

Our key tips for sports injury prevention in Florida include:

Using Proper Form and Technique

Learning to use proper form and technique whenever you start playing a new sport is crucial for injury prevention. This includes avoiding overextending your back, arms, and legs, as well as learning the proper footwork to protect the ankles. Additionally, make sure to use the appropriate equipment for your body and skill level. 

Preserving Range of Motion

Flexibility allows your joints to move through a complete range of motion, leading to a lower risk of injury and increased blood flow to the muscles. But, your flexibility and range of motion require ongoing maintenance. Stretch when you’re warm and focus on dynamic stretches to prevent stiffness. 

Warming Up and Cooling Down

Warming up primes your muscles for exercise, helping to prevent injuries. Cooling down prevents the accumulation of lactic acid, which can cause muscle stiffness and pain. Together, these practices are essential to staying healthy as an athlete.  

Resting as Needed

Taking the time to get adequate rest as an athlete is a key injury-prevention tactic. It allows your muscles to recover from strenuous activity, which leads to greater muscle strength in the long run. Additionally, rest helps prevent overexertion, which keeps your muscles from repairing themselves after exercise. 

At Florida Wellness Medical Group, we’re here to keep you in your prime with comprehensive sports medicine services, including care for overuse injuries, fractures, and dislocations. Contact us today to book your appointment!