
Rock Climbing Physiotherapy
Climbers are notoriously passionate about their sport. Often, to the detriment of their own bodies. Overuse injuries, overtraining, over-stoked, climbers have a tendency to push beyond the point where they should have stopped.
If you have started to notice some of the following, come in and get assessed before it has a chance to develope into a larger problem.
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Pain in the joints of the fingers
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Muscular pain that lasts longer than 24 hours
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Sudden, shooting pain anywhere in the fingers
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Swelling of the finger joints that lasts beyond your climbing session
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Inability to fully close your hand, particularly if this lasts beyond the climbing session
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Acheing around the elbow or shoulders that persists after climbing
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Persistent weakness of the arms, or fingers, after climbing
Injury Prevention
New to climbing, or tired of experiencing reccurent climbing injuries? We offer a complete Injury Prevention assessment, on the wall, to catch any potential injuries before they have a chance to develop!
An injury prevention evaluation includes:
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A detailed history taking, including climbing history
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Discussion on training, progression, and climbing habits to date
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A physical exam to assess for any deficits in mobility and strength off the wall
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An evaluation on the wall, from warm-up to projecting, with detailed analysis of climbing technique
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A discussion of the findings, with exercise and technique recommendations
Following your evaluation, should you have any follow up questions, your physio is available to answer any and all inquiries.