Sports Rehab In Vail Valley, CO

A sports injury shouldn’t keep you on the sidelines. Whether you’re a professional athlete, a weekend warrior, or an outdoor enthusiast, an injury can disrupt your life. At Jointworx Physical Therapy, we specialize in sports rehab designed to get Vail Valley athletes back to peak performance quickly and safely.

With clinics in Edwards and Avon, our expert physical therapists understand the demands of sports like skiing, snowboarding, and mountain biking. We don’t just treat the injury; we provide you with the strength, knowledge, and confidence to prevent it from happening again. Stop waiting for the pain to go away on its own. Take action now.

Ready to accelerate your recovery? Contact Jointworx Physical Therapy today to schedule your sports rehab evaluation!

Your Premier Sports Physical Therapy in Vail Valley

Sports physical therapy is a specialized practice focused on the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and performance enhancement for athletes of all levels. An awkward landing on the slopes, an overuse injury on the trails, or a sudden twist on the court can all lead to significant pain and downtime. Our one-on-one approach is designed to get to the root of your problem and build a direct path to recovery.

Your personalized sports rehab program at our Edwards and Avon clinics will focus on:

  • Rapid Pain and Inflammation Control: Utilizing advanced techniques to reduce your pain from day one.
  • Restoring Full Mobility: Reclaiming your strength, flexibility, and range of motion through targeted exercises.
  • Sport-Specific Training: Simulating the movements of your sport to ensure you are fully prepared to return.
  • Injury Prevention Strategies: Equipping you with the tools and education to build resilience and avoid future injuries.

Common Sports Injuries We Treat

We have extensive experience helping Vail Valley athletes recover from a wide range of injuries. If you’re searching for “sports physical therapy near me” for any of the following, we can help:

  • Skiing & Snowboarding Injuries: ACL/MCL tears, rotator cuff injuries, knee pain, and back strains.
  • Repetitive Stress Conditions: Tendonitis, arthritis, and stress fractures common in runners, cyclists, and climbers.
  • Torn Ligaments and Tendons: Dramatic “snaps” or tears in the knees (ACL), shoulders, and groin.
  • Fractures and Breaks: Post-cast rehabilitation to rebuild strength and mobility.
  • Strained Back: Chronic lower back pain that limits performance and daily activity.
  • Concussions: Guided recovery protocols to ensure a safe return to play.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Rehab

How does sports rehab help with skiing injuries like an ACL tear?

For skiing injuries such as ACL tears, sports rehab is critical for a successful recovery, whether you’ve had surgery or not. Our physical therapists guide you through a phased program that begins with reducing swelling and restoring knee motion. We then progress to rebuilding quad and hamstring strength, and finally, we incorporate sport-specific drills to ensure your knee is stable and strong enough for the demands of the mountain.

What are the benefits of sports physical therapy for snowboarders?

Snowboarders often suffer from wrist, ankle, and shoulder injuries. Sports physical therapy at our Vail Valley clinics helps by not only healing the immediate injury but also by identifying and correcting biomechanical issues that may have contributed to it. We focus on improving your balance, core strength, and landing mechanics to make you a more resilient and confident rider.

How soon can I return to my sport after an injury?

Your return-to-sport timeline is unique to you and your injury. A physical therapist will perform specific tests to measure your strength, stability, and confidence with sport-related movements. This data-driven approach ensures you return only when you are physically and mentally ready, significantly reducing your risk of re-injury. Rushing back is the fastest way to get hurt again.

Can physical therapy help me prevent future sports injuries?

Absolutely. Injury prevention is a core component of our sports rehab programs. By analyzing your movement patterns, strength, and flexibility, we can identify weak links in your kinetic chain. We then prescribe specific exercises to correct these imbalances, making you a stronger, more efficient, and less injury-prone athlete.

Start Your Comeback Story and Contact Us Today

Don’t let an injury sideline you for longer than necessary. The dedicated physical therapists at Jointworx in Edwards and Avon are experts in treating athletic injuries and are ready to create a customized recovery plan for you.

Get back to the sport you love faster and stronger. Contact us now to book your appointment!

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Taylor S

 “I was referred to Jointworx by Vail-Summit Orthopaedics following a back injury. I worked with Sara Manwiller for 6 weeks on my back and shoulder and can say that she helped tremendously. I started with debilitating pain and in 6 weeks I was back on my mountain bike and hiking with no pain.Clean offices & nice people. I can confidently recommend Jointworx.” 

Mary W

“Thank God for Sara and her team at Joint Worxs! I have been injured on and off over the years and if it wasn’t for Joint Worxs I have no idea where I would be today. The team has put me back on the slopes doing what I love every time. My goal is to be able to ski at the level that I was skiing at before the injury. With a combination of dry needling, manipulation, exercise and massage, I am able to continue doing what I love. For me it is back and knee issues, but Joint Worxs can take care of all of your needs with their individualized care. I would highly recommend Joint Worxs.They are a 10 in my book!”