Sports Physiotherapy is a specialised division of physiotherapy where the focus is on athletic and sports related injuries and prevention strategies. Athletes and sports person require higher level of function, agility and endurance in their body and when it is disrupted it can affect their involvement in the activities. At Divine Care Physiotherapy, we have well trained and immensely experienced professionals who can help people with athletic and sports related injuries and provide excellent results. Youth Sports Physiotherapy Our professionals at Divine Care Physiotherapy also has lot of experience in taking care of youth who gets involved in athletic or sports related injuries such as joint or muscles injuries, concussion etc. We also perform Concussion Baseline Assessments which are sometimes requested by the coach. Conditions treated Ligament injuries, Groin strains, Rotator Cuff injuries, Ankle sprains, Knee injuries, Knee MCL/ACL/Meniscus injuries, Patellofemoral pain syndrome, Osgood-Schlatter disease, Tennis Elbow, Golfers elbow, AC joint strain, Achilles tendon injuries, Post dislocation rehab, Concussion, Whiplash injuries, Shin splints, Hamstrings strains FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. What is different in sports physiotherapy compared to regular physiotherapy? Sports physiotherapy needs specific type of assessments and evaluation procedures depending on the nature of the sports activities you are involved in. It also requires tailored exercise programs for the clients return to the activities as soon as possible. So it requires special skills and which is acquired with ample amount of experience in the field.
3. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the sports activities.

Dry needling/IMS/Functional Dry Needling helps to improve circulation, produce body’s own painkillers, cause changes in the nervous and muscular structures, reduce inflammation, improve healing. Dry Needling Dry needling has evolved from traditional Chinese acupuncture but it differs from it in regards to the techniques and the purpose. Dry needling involves use of acupuncture needles to penetrate through skin, soft tissue and many times it is targeted towards trigger points or tights bands of muscles to reduce pain and to reduce tightness in the affected structure. IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation) The evolution of IMS and dry needling has happened from traditional Chinese acupuncture, where acupuncture needles are used to target specific areas of the muscles which are injured, tightened or has become weak. IMS is based on the understanding that tightness and shortness in the muscles are the origin of pain in lot of the musculoskeletal conditions. IMS works on the premise that the injuries cause irritation of the nervous structures and can irritate nerves which can cause pain. IMS works on these nervous structures to cause the production of pain-relieving substances in the body to reduce pain. What to expect from IMS/Dry needling/Functional Dry needling treatment These are not painful treatments but you may feel some discomfort. Majority of people are able to tolerate this treatment well. Our physiotherapists are highly experienced in these techniques and they always make sure that your treatments are not painful. Each person may respond differently to this treatment and that is why your physiotherapist always starts with few needles in the beginning to see your response and proceed as per your tolerance. You may feel some cramping in the muscles for a moment and some people may feel some soreness for up to 24-48 hours after the treatment. The soreness shows that your tissues are responding. Conditions treated Rotator Cuff injuries, Osteoarthritis of Hip and Knee, Patellofemoral pain syndrome, Tennis Elbow, Golfers elbow, Muscles strains, Ligament injuries, Headaches, Neck and back pain, Low back pain, Muscles tightness and tension, Shin splints, Fibromyalgia, Sciatica, Tendinitis, Tendinopathy, Tendinosis

FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

It is a division of physiotherapy which focuses on musculoskeletal conditions and it involves using variety of physiotherapy techniques such as electrotherapy, exercise therapy, Laser therapy, Shockwave therapy, physical agents, dry needling, IMS, spinal decompression etc. to help with the recovery of the injured or affected structures. The goal through this therapy is to improve healing, restore function and eventually achieve pre-injury status. Conditions treated Ligament injuries, Strains, Sprains, Tears, Rotator Cuff injuries, Ankle sprains, Knee injuries , Knee MCL/ACL/Meniscus injuries, Osgood-Schlatter disease, Tennis Elbow, Golfers elbow, AC joint strain, Achilles tendon injuries, Post dislocation rehab, Post-operative Rehab, Concussion, Osteoarthritis of Hip and Knee, Patellofemoral pain syndrome, Neck and back pain, Low back pain, Muscles tightness and tension, Shin splints, Fibromyalgia, Sciatica, Tendinitis, Tendinopathy, Tendinosis FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Neurological Physiotherapy is a branch of physiotherapy which focuses on neurological conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson’s disease and many more. These conditions need a sincere effort and dedication from a physiotherapist due to the nature of the conditions. The key in neuro-physiotherapy is to re-train functional movements and minimize the compensatory movements. Our physios at Divine Care Physiotherapy strive to reach the maximum functionality possible for a and we try not to leave any stone unturned. Our physiotherapists have vast experience working with people who have these conditions and their experience brings the best practices on table. We have seen that, motivation, dedication and hard work can help our clients to achieve their goals and we walk with them on this path with all the skills we have. Conditions treated Stroke, Spinal cord injury, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Traumatic brain injury, Facial palsy, Bells palsy FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Kinesiologist is a specialist who is university-trained and who has knowledge of mechanics of human movement, effect of injury on body and application exercise therapy. Kinesiologist has a crucial role in rehabilitation after an injury. Active Rehabilitation is an individualized program which focuses on the individual’s functional, physical fitness or recreational goals. Conditions treated: Motor vehicle accident related injuries, Neck, Back, Joint pain, Musculoskeletal injuries, Pre and post surgical cases, Sports injuries, Work related injuries FAQ

1. Do I need my Doctor’s referral? Yes. If your claim is due to Motor vehicle accident OR workplace related injury OR if your extended coverage requires it.
   No. If your extended coverage doesn’t require one OR you are going to pay for it from your pocket.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced kinesiologists devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Don’t worry. Don’t be scared. It is not a therapy where you are given a shock. Shockwave therapy uses a device which generates acoustic waves which are transmitted to the tissues with the help of an applicator. It triggers a biological effect which helps the healing process and formation of healthy tissues. Benefits of Shockwave therapy:

• Pain reduction
• Stimulates collagen formation (collage is a protein that is the part of the structure of tissue, muscles, skin)
• New blood vessel formation
• Helps to dissolve the calcification
• Trigger point release

What to expect during and after therapy?
Shockwave Therapy feels like taping on your tissue. It is not necessarily a painful therapy but depending on the sensitivity of an individual it may feel little discomforting. Majority of people do not feel painful during the treatment. After the treatment many people feel release in the tissues, relief in pain and in some times it can be painful in the first 24-48 hours and later it gets better. Conditions treated
Calcifications, Tennis elbow, Hip pain depending on the condition, Heel spur, Plantar fasciitis, Back pain depending on the condition, Tendinitis, Medial tibial stress syndrome, Chronic tendinopathy, Jumper’s knee, Shoulder pain depending on the condition FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Our clinic provides Class IV laser therapy which is a stronger form of laser therapy and it has way more beneficial effects than Class III laser which is a predominantly available therapy in majority of the other physiotherapy clinics. Laser therapy causes an effect called “photobiomodulation”, where the photon (light) enters the tissue and stimulates the events which helps the healing process and speeds up the recovery time by reducing the inflammation and it also reduces pain. What to expect from Class IV Laser Therapy?

• Number of conditions can be treated with laser therapy and it is not a painful procedure.
• An individual can feel some warmth with Class IV laser therapy and which is very soothing to most of the individuals.
• Treatment time can be shorter when we use Class IV Laser as it is more powerful and the effects can be stronger than Class III Laser. Laser treatments can be between 5-15 minutes in duration, depending on the size, depth and acuteness of the condition.

Conditions treated
Ligament injuries, Strains, Sprains, Tears, Rotator Cuff injuries, Ankle sprains, Knee injuries, Knee MCL/ACL/Meniscus injuries, Osgood-Schlatter disease, Tennis Elbow, Golfers elbow, AC joint strain, Achilles tendon injuries, Post dislocation, Osteoarthritis of Hip and Knee, Patellofemoral pain syndrome, Chronic Neck and back pain, Chronic Low back pain, Fibromyalgia, Tendinitis, Tendinopathy, Tendinosis, Myofascial pain, Neuropathic pain FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Vestibular rehabilitation includes a combination of procedures which are performed to assess, treat and evaluate the vestibular system related problems. Vestibular system impairment can cause variety of signs and symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, nystagmus and stability of vision. Dizziness word is used for variety of sensations such as spinning, light headedness, swaying, disorientation. Vertigo is a type of dizziness. BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) BPPV is one of the most common vestibular impairment which is seen in more than 80% of the vestibular impairment population. What happens in this condition is that, the crystals which are present in the canals of our vestibular system escape from its place and they move freely in the canal. This sends a false information to our brain about the position of our head in relation to our surrounding. This can cause nausea, vertigo and loss of balance and which is really scary for an individual. Many individuals who has Whiplash, Head injury or Concussion can also have vestibular impairment. BPPV can be treated by assessing it properly and performing specific maneuvers to reposition the crystals as well as by following an exercise program. It is a very effective treatment and majority of the symptoms subsides within 1 to 2 sessions. Conditions which can happen due to Vestibular system impairment
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Meniere’s Disease, Head trauma (whiplash, concussion), Vestibular system degeneration i.e. in the ageing population, Ototoxicity, barotrauma, acoustic neuroma, Vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Concussion is the complex changes happening in the brain which is the result of an injury caused by a biomechanical force i.e., a direct blow to the head, neck or face or from a blow to another part the body with a mechanical force transmitted to the head. The individual may not experience a loss of consciousness (LOC) with the incident. In fact, only approximately 10% of concussions involve LOC. Concussion can happen in conjunction with other injuries such as

• whiplash, spinal cord injury
• sports injuries
• fall
• blast injuries due to an explosion
• blow or push to the head or body

Signs and symptoms of Concussion Headaches, Nausea or vomiting, Feeling slow during activities, Sensitivity to light, noise, Blurred vision, Irritable, Sleeps more or less than usual, Difficulty sleeping, Memory issues, Poor balance, Very emotional, Dizziness, Difficulty in concentration, Anxiety, No energy, tiredness How a physiotherapist can help you if you have Concussion? Our experience physiotherapists provide you a thorough examination, individualized treatment plan, evaluation procedures as none of the Concussion injuries are same and it needs an individualized approach.

• A physiotherapist performs in depth assessment to find out which body systems are affected
• Educates you on your condition
• Discusses a treatment plan with you for your better understanding
• Will use variety of treatment techniques for your fast recovery
• Provide you an exercise program
• Will make sure that you are on the right path to recovery

Sports related concussions are very common in youth and adults. It needs attention at the right time. If you, your loved ones or friends has this kind of injury and needs help we are always available for you. FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Temporomandibular joint has a very important function in our daily activities such as chewing, talking, blowing, swallowing etc. and its dysfunction can be very debilitating to an individual. TMJ dysfunction can cause pain, limited movements and clicking. It is not life threatening, but If not treated, it can be detrimental to an individual’s quality of life. TMJ dysfunction can occur due to several causes such as,

• Whiplash
• Poor posture
• Bruxism (excessive grinding or clenching of teeth)
• Disc displacement
• Degenerative joint disease (Arthritis of TMJ)
• Psychological factors
• Trauma

Signs and symptoms TMJ pain, Restricted movements in TMJ, Clicking in TMJ, Sometimes Headaches Treatment

• Your physiotherapist can help you to manage TMJ dysfunction depending on the condition you might have and also collaborates with other professionals depending on the need.
• A physiotherapist who has experience in treating TMJ dysfunctions, with the help of his TMJ management skills can help you to reduce pain, improve mobility and give you an exercise program to maintain the function of TMJ.

FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Post-surgical physiotherapy has a very significant role in the recovery after some surgical procedure where physiotherapy is recommended. After a surgery, the operated area is in the healing process and it affects the overall function of an individual. If proper measures are not taken at the right time, it can lengthen the recovery time and sometimes can cause some post-operative complications which can be avoided. A physiotherapist helps you in the recovery process by,

• performing an in-depth assessment
• educating you on the recovery process and care that you need to take during this process
• performing physiotherapy techniques to improve healing
• teaching you and exercise program to improve the function and fitness of the affected area in order to return to normal day to day life
• making sure that an individual is on the right path to recovery
• advice you on any important steps to be taken for your recovery and also will refer you to other professionals if necessary

Conditions treated under Post-surgical physiotherapy
Shoulder dislocation, Total Knee replacement (TKR), Total Hip replacement (THR), Fractures (post-surgical rehab), Fracture (physiotherapy for non-surgical cases), Colle’s fracture (Fracture around the wrist), Boxer’s fracture (Fracture on the 4th or 5th finger), Carpal tunnel release, Fracture of the Arm, forearm, hand, thigh, leg, foot, Joints, spine FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. But as your specialist has operated on you, if there are any instructions from your specialist, you should provide it to your physiotherapist.  If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body heals differently depending on person’s body’s nature, age, existing health conditions and which dictates the recovery time. Every fracture has its natural course of recovery, so your recovery depends on that. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Manual therapy is a treatment where a therapist uses hands to alleviate pain and treat the impairments of the body. These techniques include joint mobilization techniques, manual traction, mulligan techniques, maitland mobilizations, soft tissue release, trigger point release etc. These techniques are very helpful in pain reduction and improving the mobility. Our physiotherapists are continuously involved in professional development and learn new techniques which can be helpful to our clients. Conditions treated Joint stiffness, Tight muscles, Trigger points in the muscles, Painful joints FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.

Taping is a technique which is sometimes used temporarily to provide protection to an injured area, support the anatomical structures, provide compression to the affected area to reduce swelling, restrict movement of the injured structures. Intended effect of taping:

• Protect the injured area
• Prevent injury or re-injury
• improve stability
• reduce pain
• correction of faulty bio-mechanics
• facilitation and inhibition of muscles
• proprioception enhancement
• reduce swelling

Our physiotherapists employ variety of taping techniques depending on the need of an individual. Conditions treated:
Ankle sprain, Knee ligament injuries, Faulty biomechanics, Osteoarthritis of Knee (OA Knee), Swelling around certain joints, Wrist sprain, Scapular dyskinesis, Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)

Falls are one of biggest reasons elderly loose their independence. Falls also cause significant injuries to elders which can have sever consequences. Falls must be prevented to protect our elderly population and also anyone who is prone to have falls and they are preventable if some of the modifiable risk factors are addressed. Risk factors for falls:

• Poor balance (modifiable)
• Weakness in muscles (modifiable)
• Painful joints (modifiable)
• Stiff joints or limited mobility in joints (modifiable)
• Poor reaction time (modifiable)
• Poor coordination in walking (modifiable)
• Gait disorders (modifiable)
• Use of multiple medications
• Fear of falling

Quiet a few of the risk factors mentioned above are modifiable and that is where your physiotherapist can help you. We help our clients to perform exercises at our clinic and make sure that they are on their right path to recovery. How your physiotherapist can help you to prevent falls?

• By performing an in-depth assessments of modifiable risk factors and prepare a treatment plan to improve your function or fitness
• By treating the impairments that you have
• By giving you an exercise program to improve your strength, endurance, balance, coordination, reaction time

FAQ

1. Do I need my doctor’s referral? No. Doctor’s referral is not necessary. If your physiotherapist encounters something which might need the doctor’s opinion then your physiotherapist will refer you to the doctor.
2. How many sessions I would need? Every person’s body and nature of injury is different and which dictates the treatment plan. Our experienced professionals devise a very effective and efficient treatment plan where the goal is to quickly return to the pre-injury activities.