Sports Injury Treatment in Bolton & Whitefield
At Active Physiotherapy, we provide expert diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for all types of sports injuries, helping you recover quickly and return to peak performance. Whether you play professionally, compete recreationally, or simply enjoy staying active, our sports injury specialists will get you back to the sport you love.
What Are Sports Injuries?
Sports injuries are any injuries sustained during training or competition. They can be broadly categorised into:
Contact injuries – Caused by collision with another person or object.
Non-contact injuries – Often the result of overuse, sudden movement, or poor mechanics.
While many of these injuries can occur outside a sporting context, the difference with sports injuries is the higher physical demands and the athlete’s need for a complete return to pre-injury performance. That’s why a specialist sports physiotherapist is essential.
Contact Injuries
Contact injuries in sport result from direct trauma. These can range from mild bruising (such as a “dead leg”) to more serious injuries like fractures, dislocations, or even spinal injuries.
Even minor injuries can benefit from early physiotherapy intervention using:
P.R.I.C.E. protocol (Protect, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation)
Electrotherapy
Correct exercise progression
Kinesio taping
Advice on safe activity modification
Prompt treatment can shorten recovery time and help prevent further complications.
Non-Contact Injuries
Non-contact injuries are the most common sports injuries we see in clinic. They include:
Muscle strains
Ligament sprains
Tendinopathies (e.g. Achilles or patellar tendon issues)
Treatment may involve:
Progressive mobility and strengthening exercises
Manual therapy (including sports massage)
Electrotherapy
Kinesio taping
While many non-contact injuries respond well to treatment, they must be respected and rehabilitated properly. For example, an untreated ankle sprain can lead to chronic instability and repeated injuries. At Active Physiotherapy, we focus on thorough rehabilitation to reduce re-injury risk and maintain long-term performance.
Patient Journey
Injury assessment – Detailed diagnosis of the injury type, severity, and cause.
Tailored rehab plan – Sport-specific exercises and treatments to restore movement and strength.
Progressive return-to-play – Gradual reintroduction to training and competition.
Prevention strategies – Conditioning programs to reduce future injury risk.
Treatment Options
Sports physiotherapy
Sports massage
Electrotherapy
Strength and conditioning programs
Post-injury biomechanical analysis
Our Clinics
Bolton:
At Total Fitness Gym
Waters Meeting Road
Bolton, BL1 8TT
Phone: 0800 619 1261
Whitefield:
At Total Fitness
Bury New Road
Manchester, M45 7TA
Phone: 0800 619 1261
How to Book
Call us on 0800 619 1261 or book online to arrange your sports injury assessment and start your recovery today.
FAQs
Do I need to stop all activity after a sports injury?
Not always—your physiotherapist will advise which activities are safe and which to avoid.
How soon should I see a physio after an injury?
The sooner the better—early treatment can significantly speed up recovery.
Do you work with professional athletes?
Yes—our team treats everyone from elite competitors to weekend sports enthusiasts.
Why Choose Us...
We specialise in offering 'Physio for the whole family'
Experienced Physios
Our highly trained team have the skills to ensure a speedy recovery.
Advanced Treatment
Our treatment is more than just any treatment, its to benefit you now and for the future.
We Get Results
Your goals are our goals, we work with you to make sure you achieve them.