Acute care: calm the irritation
Right after an injury, the goal is to settle inflammation, protect what's healing, and keep the rest of the body moving. We rarely recommend full rest — most athletes do better with active, controlled movement.
Rebuild: strength under load
As the tissue heals, we steadily reload it. Strength, control, and tissue capacity all need to grow before sport-specific demands come back online.
Return to sport: test, then trust
Before returning to full play, we test. Hop tests, change-of-direction work, sport-specific drills — we want to know your body can handle the demand, not just that you feel ready.
◆ Talk it through
Not sure where to start?
Request an appointment and Robb PT & Chiro can help guide your next step. Most patients are seen the same week.
Common questions
Will rehab slow me down?
Done right, it speeds you up. The goal is a strong, durable return — not the fastest possible return that ends in a re-injury.
This article is for general education and does not replace personalized care. Speak with the clinic about what you're experiencing.
