ROCK CLIMBING

Rock Climbing

Roughly 9 million people go rock climbing every year. It is estimated that roughly 2,237 injuries are reported annually. It was once regarded as an extreme sport and reserved for adrenaline enthusiasts but has found its way into the indoors. Where it can be enjoyed from the beginner to the professional rock climber. The injuries can be the same for both environments. Rock climbing injuries can occur due to falls or overuse of the muscles and joints. Fall Injuries are often traumatic/acute injuries which include lacerations, fractures, sprains and strains that often occur in the extremities. Overuse injuries most commonly occur in the shoulders, elbows, fingers and toes. Muscle fatigue is common during the end of the climb. Overuse injuries should not be left untreated and if go ignored, they may cause long term or permanent damage.

Foot and ankle injuries are the most common injury and are most likely to involve fractures, sprains, strains. These types of injuries often occur when the climber misses a climbing hold and they fall feet first. After the foot and ankle injuries there were lacerations, soft tissue injuries and dislocation

British Sports Therapy

British Sports Therapy can help you prevent muscle injuries as well as helping you recover more quickly from injuries. This can include but not limited to Soft Tissue Release, Myofascial techniques, stretching, cross fiber friction, and Trigger Point Therapy. After a thorough assessment of the athletes’ body mechanics, a treatment planned will be created to help you achieve your optimum performance.

Common rock climbing injuries

OTHER INJURIES BY SPORT

Olympic Sport Therapy

Sport injuries come unexpectedly. The more you push your body to its limits, the more you will have sport injury! So what are you going to do about it? Medical Massage and Sport Massage continues to improve every year. Health professionals, such as your physician, chiropractor and physical therapist will recommend massage for your condition knowing the benefits of it. If you wish to assess, accurately find out about your condition and optimally manage your sport injury in the shortest possible time, then you should book a free session with a specialist in sport massage at Olympic Sport Therapy.

Match Your Sport Needs With A Customized Massage

Knowing what type of sport you perform and to identify injuries specific to your chosen sport are found on this website. We have categorized the most common sport injuries specific to your sport. Simply select your sport from the tabs below and learn more about your sport injury.