Dedicated sports injury rehab in Basingstoke
Sports injury specialist in Basingstoke
Being sidelined due to a sports injury is the worst.
It can disrupt your routine and make you feel hopeless, especially during long recoveries. I believe having guidance in rehab is important, not just from the perspective of ensuring the tissue heals appropriately, but to also address any fear of the injury re-occuring. I have guided many individuals back to sport and performing at their best. I am to continue this for the people of Basingstoke.
Common sports injuries I have rehabilitated include Muscle strains, Ligament sprains, Ligament ruptures, Tendinopathies, Tendon ruptures, Joint dislocations, Stress fractures, Bone fractures, Overuse injuries, Whiplash and Post-trauma injuries.
Clients with sports injuries often present with
Swelling
Bruising
Reduced range of motion
Joint instability
Inability to bear weight
Muscle weakness
My approach
I follow the PEACE & LOVE protocol for soft tissue injuries. Services I offer to help with sports injuries include:
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Physiotherapy
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Acupuncture
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1:1 Physio Led Pilates
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1:1 Strength and Conditioning
How does it work?
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Book initial consultation
Select a time that suits you via my online calendar here, and you’ll receive a confirmation and a brief intake form to help me prepare for our first session.
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Attend Initial Consultation
At your first appointment, I will take a thorough history of your problem and ask detailed questions about the behaviour of your symptoms and relevant medical history. I will then observe, examine, and test various movements and structures to diagnose your problem and establish the cause of your symptoms.
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Bespoke treatment
A treatment plan may include the following: advice, education, tailored exercise program, hands-on therapy and Shockwave treatment.
My location in Basingstoke
Address
Dummer Down Farm
Drummer Down Lane
Dummer
Basingstoke
RG25 2AR
directions
Once arrived onto Dummer Down Farm, drive towards the Tin Shed scenery unit. Once here, you can proceed round towards the back and you will see a Gym called YourBodyGuru. Please note the clinic room is within the YourBodyGuru Gym. There is free parking outside the gym or at the main entrance of the Dummer Down Farm. The farm is only accessible by car as it is in a rural area.
Client testimonials
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All happy with the results....very happy with the treatment and very helpful. I will definitely recommend you to anyone Thank you!
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I have had 3 physiotherapists in the past. Victor is by far the best i have had. Thank you again for the treatment and advice.
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Very professional, listens carefully and recommendations are spot on.
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From the initial call, the service was very good. He was professional and kind. I would recommend the service to others
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I have suffered with plantar fasciitis for a long time. Victor was informative and his treatment very effective.
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Very professional sessions and advice from Victor, felt improving after each session. Victor was patient and made adjustments to the recovery plan. I am so grateful to receive this treatment.
Answering your questions
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The PEACE and LOVE protocol is a modern, evidence-based approach for soft-tissue injuries (sprains, strains), replacing older RICE methods to improve long-term healing.
P.E.A.C.E. (Immediate/Acute Phase)
Protect: Restrict movement for 1–3 days to prevent further injury, but minimize prolonged rest.
Elevate: Raise the limb higher than the heart to reduce swelling.
Avoid Anti-inflammatories: Avoid NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) and ice, as they may impair long-term healing by disrupting the natural inflammatory process.
Compress: Use bandages or taping to manage swelling.
Educate: Learn about your injury and opt for active recovery rather than passive treatments.
L.O.V.E. (Sub-acute/Rehabilitation Phase)
Load: Gradually reintroduce weight-bearing and movement to promote tissue healing.
Optimism: Maintain a positive outlook to increase the likelihood of optimal recovery.
Vascularisation: Engage in pain-free, aerobic activity (e.g., cycling, walking) to increase blood flow.
Exercise: Perform exercises to restore mobility and strength
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Visibly deformed or out of place joint
Intense pain
Immediate Swelling
Bruising
Unable to move joint
Joint feeling loose
Muscle spasms
Commonly dislocated joints include the shoulder, knee and fingers.
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Pain or discomfort in the muscle
Tightness
Swelling
Difficulty moving the limb
Trouble putting weight through the limb
Reduced strength
Common muscle strains include the hamstring, lower back, calf, hip flexor, groin and rotator cuff.
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Pain, swelling and/or bruising
Joint Stiffness
Joint Instability
Popping and/or clicking sensation when the injury occurs
Difficulty putting weight through the joint
Common ligament injuries include ankle sprains, knee injuries (ACL, MCL, LCL, PCL tears), and wrist or thumb sprains
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Aching pain or tenderness around the tendon
Sharp pain with specific movements or a dull, constant ache
Worse with Activity/Better with Rest
Stiffness: Reduced range of motion in the affected joint, often worst first thing in the morning or after a period of inactivity
The tendon may feel thicker or appear swollen
Weakness: Loss of strength in the affected limb or joint
Common tendinopathies include the Achilles (heel), patellar (knee), rotator cuff (shoulder), and elbow (tennis/golfer's elbow).