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Don’t just ignore those training niggles
If you exercise regularly, picking up a sports injury at some point is almost inevitable.
From ankle sprains and rotator cuff issues to tennis elbow and runner’s knee. These injuries can start off as a small niggle and quickly turn to something that keeps you off the pitch, out of the gym, or off your feet.
The problem?
Most sports people are told to just rest, rely on painkillers, scroll for advice eon social media or dig into their ‘box of recovery aids’ to get by. All these may dull the symptoms for a while, but without proper treatment and structured recovery, the pain often comes back within weeks or months.
At our Market Harborough sports injury clinic we focus on long-term recovery, not just the short-term fixes. We get to the root of the problem, restore strength and movement, and help you stay active without fear of injury or prolonged time out.
Symptoms of Sports Injuries You Shouldn’t Ignore
If you’re noticing any of the following, it’s time to book an assessment:
- Pain or stiffness that lingers after exercise (beyond the usual DOMS)
- Recurring discomfort in the same area even after rest
- Pain that gets worse with or after exercise
- Feeling like something ‘might go’
- Swelling, bruising or feeling of instability
- Recurring pain in the morning after training or exercise
- Sharp twinges during specific movements (e.g. squatting, running, swinging a racket etc.)
- A sudden drop in your performance or training capacity
- Hesitation or fear of re-injury when returning to sport
Whether your injury is new or has been nagging for months, early treatment makes all the difference. The sooner you act, the quicker and more complete your recovery will be, and the less time your training will be affected.
Built for recovery, performance and prevention.
At The Injury Clinic Market Harborough, your recovery doesn’t stop at pain relief.
We’re one of the few clinics in the area with an on-site rehab gym ‘The Rehab Lab’ which allows us to incorporate strength conditioning into your treatment plan – a key step in returning to sport safely and preventing future setbacks.
And if you’re someone who loves data, feedback and measurable progress, you may want to consider our unique Health:fit ‘Sport:fit Scan’ service to help guide your rehab and training choices with precision. (Ask a member of the team about incorporating this into your plan).
Sports Injuries FAQs
What is the most common sports injury?
Some of the most common sports injuries include ankle sprains, muscle strains, runner’s knee, Achilles tendonitis, tennis elbow and shoulder rotator cuff injuries.
These typically occur due to overuse, poor movement mechanics, or a sudden increase in intensity or training load. While these may seem minor at first, without the right treatment they can become long-term issues that affect your performance, confidence, and ability to do your sport.
Why does my injury keep coming back despite resting it?
Recurrent sports injuries are usually a sign that the underlying cause hasn’t been addressed. Whilst pain can reduce, if muscular imbalances, mobility restrictions, or poor movement mechanics aren’t corrected, the pain often returns or worsens.
That’s why our approach at The Injury Clinic combines hands-on treatment, movement correction, and strength training to fix the roots of the problem, not just the symptoms.
How do I know if I need to seek expert help?
The sooner you start, the quicker and more complete your recovery will be.
Do I need to stop training altogether whilst recovering?
Not always. In fact, complete rest can often slow your progress down.
We take the approach of “How can we keep you doing at least a version of what you want to be doing whilst you’re recovering?” With the goal to always keep you moving safely so you don’t lose strength, mobility, or momentum – This also helps keep you sane!
Our team will show you what you can be doing during recovery and how to gradually rebuild without risking further injury, letting you know the right amount to do at every step.
Smart training is often part of the solution, not the problem.
What is the fastest way to recover from a sports injury?
At The Injury Clinic we provide everything you need under one roof from expert assessment to strength and conditioning to get you back to full function and performance safely and efficiently.
I don't know what's causing my pain, can you still help?
Yes. A huge part of our job is solving that mystery and finding out what is going on and why?
Despite the physical nature of sport, the majority of sports injuries we see in the clinic occur due to overloading or overuse rather than trauma and may be down to another area of the body not doing it’s job so well, putting added stress on the injured area.
Our expert team will be able to take you through a thorough assessment of your symptoms, movement and strength to identify where your issue is coming from and how we can best help you overcome the problem.
Will I get a personalised rehab plan?
100%. Every injury and every sports person is different.
Once we’ve got your symptoms under control, you’ll receive a tailored treatment plan based on your sports, goals, movement patterns and lifestyle. From elite competitors to active parents our plans are built to match your needs – not a generic protocol.
Can I prevent sports injuries from happening again?
Absolutely. Prevention is a key part of our process. Once you’re out of pain, we focus on building strength, improving mobility, correcting movement patterns, and optimising load management to help keep you doing what you love for longer – without the fear of re-injury.
Can you help even if I've already seen someone else?
Yes. Many of our clients come to us after trying other treatments or approaches that didn’t resolve their issue. We often see people who were told to just rest, accept ongoing pain or stopped treatment when the pain went.
Our integrated approach goes deeper, looking at the full picture, not just a site of pain, so we can offer other approaches and deliver lasting results where others haven’t.
Get in touch.
Got a question? Feel free to send us a message and one of the team will get back to you asap, if you’d like to talk to someone directly, give the clinic a call on 01858 390 065
Take the next step to better health today.
If you've suffered with pain for too long and are now ready to do something about it, get in contact with us today to see how we can best help you achieve better health.