Muscle Sprains and Strains Treatment in Troy, IL

Many patients begin physical therapy programs due to a muscle sprain or strain. After a fall, twist or excessive exercise, this common injury can occur and lead to painful swelling and bruising. After implementing the RICE principle (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) for 24 to 48 hours, it may be time to seek professional help from the experts at Tailor-Made Physical Therapy who will help relieve the pain and restore your function.

Muscle Sprain – This occurs when there is a stretch or micro tear in the ligament.

Muscle Strain – This occurs when the muscle or tendon is injured.

The movement experts at Tailor-Made Physical Therapy may implement a variety of treatments depending on the degree of the sprain or strain, including:

• Therapeutic exercises that strengthen and restore balance to the joint
• Neuromuscular re-education to ensure proper firing of opposing or antagonistic muscle groups
• Muscle stretching around the affected area
• Joint mobilization techniques around the affected area
• Soft tissue mobilization to break up fibrous or scar tissue
• Modalities like ice, heat or electrical stimulation

RELATED TREATMENTS: 

• Manual therapy to realign muscular fibers and allow for enhanced response to Therapeutic Exercises and accelerated goal achievement.