Sports Injury Treatment & Rehabilitation

You don’t have to be a professional to be an athlete. If you run, you’re a runner. If you lift, you’re a weightlifter. If you compete on weekends or just train because you love the way movement makes you feel — you’re an athlete, and your body deserves elite-level care.

That’s exactly what we provide at Fultz Physical Therapy & Joint Rehab, with convenient locations in South Shreveport, North Shreveport, and South Bossier, LA. Our experienced sports physical therapy team is here to help you recover faster, move better, and get back to doing what you love. 

Ready to start your recovery? Contact Fultz Physical Therapy & Joint Rehab today.

What is a sports injury?

A sports injury is any injury sustained during athletic activity – and you don’t have to be a competitive athlete for one to sideline you. Overtraining, poor footwear, muscle imbalances, or one wrong step on the soccer field can all lead to pain that keeps you from performing at your best. 

Common causes include: 

• Running in worn-out or ill-fitting shoes 

• Lifting too much weight too quickly 

• Repetitive overhead motions in sports like tennis, golf, or swimming 

• Sudden changes in direction or impact during contact sports 

• Overuse injuries from high training volume without adequate recovery 

The key to a full recovery is seeking treatment as soon as possible. At Fultz Physical Therapy & Joint Rehab, our sports rehabilitation specialists in South Shreveport, North Shreveport, and South Bossier will assess the severity of your injury, your overall health, and your activity goals to design a treatment plan built specifically for you. 

Common Types of Sports Injuries We Treat

Sports injuries are as varied as the athletes who sustain them. Our physical therapists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including: 

• Sprains — A sprain occurs when the ligaments connecting bones are overstretched or torn. Ankle sprains are among the most common sports injuries and, if left untreated, significantly increase your risk of re-injury. Early intervention is critical to restoring stability and preventing chronic instability. 

• Strains & Pulled Muscles — A muscle strain happens when a tendon (which connects muscle to bone) is stretched beyond its limits. Hamstring strains, quad pulls, and rotator cuff strains are frequent culprits in both recreational and competitive athletes. Proper rehab prevents scar tissue buildup and recurring tears. 

• Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome) — Characterized by sharp or aching pain along the shinbone, shin splints are common in runners, dancers, and military recruits. Treatment focuses on reducing inflammation, correcting biomechanics, and strengthening the surrounding musculature to prevent recurrence. 

• Knee Injuries — The knee is the most complex joint in the body and one of the most frequently injured. Whether you’ve torn your ACL, developed patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner’s knee), or are dealing with IT band syndrome, our sports PT team has the expertise to guide your recovery. 

• Shoulder Injuries — From rotator cuff tears and shoulder impingement to labral damage and biceps tendonitis, shoulder injuries are especially common in overhead athletes. Physical therapy restores strength, stability, and full range of motion without unnecessary surgery. 

• Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow — These repetitive strain injuries affect the tendons of the elbow and can be debilitating for athletes and non-athletes alike. Manual therapy and targeted strengthening can dramatically reduce pain and restore function. 

• Stress Fractures — Caused by repetitive force on a bone over time, stress fractures are common in runners and high-impact sport athletes. Our team will guide your recovery and help identify contributing factors like gait issues or training load imbalances. 

How Sports Physical Therapy Helps You Recover

Think of a physical therapist as your personal movement specialist — a clinician trained to understand exactly how your body moves, where it breaks down, and how to rebuild it stronger than before. 

At Fultz Physical Therapy & Joint Rehab, your sports injury rehabilitation journey begins with a thorough evaluation. Your therapist will review your injury history, past surgeries, activity level, and overall health. A functional movement assessment — and when appropriate, imaging such as X-rays, MRI, or diagnostic ultrasound — gives us the complete picture. 

From there, your personalized sports rehab treatment plan may include: 

• Manual therapy to reduce scar tissue, improve joint mobility, and decrease pain 

• Sport-specific strengthening targeting both the injured area and the kinetic chain surrounding it 

• Flexibility and mobility work to restore full range of motion and reduce re-injury risk 

• Neuromuscular re-education to retrain movement patterns and improve proprioception 

• Return-to-sport programming designed to safely rebuild performance and confidence 

• Home exercise programs to accelerate your recovery between visits 

Our goal isn’t just to get you out of pain — it’s to get you back to full performance, whether that means finishing your next 5K, returning to the field, or simply being able to move through daily life without limitation.