Whether you’re a competitive athlete or a weekend warrior, a sports injury can derail your season and your routine. Sprains, strains, tendonitis, muscle tears, and joint injuries are frustrating—but with the right plan you can return to sport safely and confidently. I’ve treated athletes at all levels, from international equestrians to high-school and adult-league players, and I focus on restoring the injured area and the whole system so you come back stronger.
My Approach to Sports Injury Rehab
I take a whole-body, one-on-one approach. Beyond the painful area, I assess posture, breathing, gait, strength balance, and movement mechanics that may have contributed to the injury or could limit recovery. Sessions blend:
- Osteopathic manual therapy to restore motion and reduce protective tension
- Targeted exercise to rebuild strength, control, and endurance
- Movement retraining to correct mechanics and reduce re-injury risk
- Sport-specific progressions to bridge rehab to performance
What to Expect
- Comprehensive evaluation. I’ll review how the injury happened, your sport’s demands, and your goals. I’ll test joint mobility, soft-tissue quality, strength, balance, and movement patterns.
- Hands-on treatment. Myofascial and soft-tissue techniques, and gentle joint mobilization to restore range of motion and decrease pain.
- Progressive strengthening. Start with pain-free activation, then build to multi-joint patterns and power as appropriate.
- Return-to-play testing. Functional drills and criteria so you know you’re ready to return with confidence.
Common Sports Injuries I Treat
- Ankle sprains and instability
- Knee issues (ACL/meniscus rehab, patellar tendinopathy)
- Shoulder injuries (rotator cuff, impingement, labral)
- Hamstring and quadriceps strains
- Overuse conditions (shin splints, tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow)
Why Whole-Body Care Matters
Sports injuries rarely occur in isolation. Compensations, strength imbalances, and movement inefficiencies often load tissues the wrong way. Addressing these root contributors alongside the site of pain helps you heal better, perform better, and lowers the chance of re-injury.
Ready to Get Back in the Game?
If you’ve been sidelined, let’s build a clear plan to get you moving again—safely and steadily.
- Phone: (443) 610-7022
- Email: micheleleasure@aol.com
- Address: 56 June Rd, North Salem, NY 10560