Almost any part of the body can be injured and sports injuries are common. Injuries can be caused by trauma, develop over time or be caused by an awkward movement which can affect the muscles, bones, joints, tendons and ligaments. Injuries can be immediate with pain, tenderness, swelling and bruising and you may have restricted movement or stiffness. Examples of sporting injuries include:
– Achilles tendinopathy
– Ankle Sprains
– Rotator cuff injuries
– Golfers/ tennis elbow
– Shin Splints
– Hamstring injuries
– Plantar fasciitis
– Acute lumbar sprain
– Neck, shoulder and knee pain
– Sciatica and back pain
– Piriformis Syndrome
Acupuncture may help by:
– Reducing pain
– Reducing inflammation
– Providing a therapeutic effect and reducing the need for pain medication
– Help to repair the body’s tissues