FIELD HOCKEY INJURIES

Athletes dedicate extensive time and effort to excel in their sport, making a mid-season field hockey injury a manageable challenge. While pre-season preparation is key, injuries can occur unexpectedly due to player contact and the limitations of protective gear. Common injuries include ACL and MCL strains, knee injuries, fractures, and sprains. Remember, it’s important not to play through the pain! Reach out to Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance for a thorough evaluation by our Doctors of Physical Therapy. We are here to assess your strength, mobility, and recovery plan to get you back on the field with confidence.

Some field hockey-related injuries may only require ice and rest, others will require rehabilitation. Though we hope to avoid surgery with Physical Therapy, it may be required with severe injuries. Physical Therapy is integral for both rehab and prehab. There is no set timeline for recovery but, working with a Physical Therapist can certainly help speed it up. At Feldman Physical Therapy and Performance, you will experience one on one treatment with a Doctor of Physical Therapy to create a personalized plan that gets you meeting and even exceeding your goals with fewer visits. The immediate goals are to reduce pain and swelling. As rehabilitation progresses, you can expect field hockey physical therapy exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance, endurance, and flexibility.

No matter how common the injury, yours is unique to you. We pinpoint the root of the problem and develop a custom plan to prevent the issue from returning. We want you to be better than you were before the injury!