Are You A College Athlete Being Held Back By An Injury?

A Personal Message From Dr. Gina Fick

Are you worried about missing practice time, being out for games, or losing your competitive edge because of an injury that won’t go away?
Have you tried pain medications, resting, icing, heating, and using e-stim only to get short-term relief?
Are you concerned about losing your scholarship or your chance at a potential career in professional sports?
Are you frustrated with previous healthcare professionals who don’t explain your recovery in a way that makes sense, leaving you wondering how to get back to playing safely?

If You Answered “Yes” To Any Of These Questions,
You Are In The Right Place!

Many college athletes try to push through their injuries because they feel like they have no other choice and don’t want to suffer the consequences of sitting out.

If that’s happening to you, you’re definitely not alone, and we hear this type of thing all the time.

In fact, college athletes are some of the most common people we work with in our Highlands Ranch clinic!

“Gina Fick has helped me recover from numerous injuries and prepare my body to be at its physical best to compete at an elite level. I have tried other physical therapists and Gina Fick is by far the best. No one can beat her education, expertise, and wisdom.”

Reese D.

Some Of The Common Injuries We See In Active Adults At Our Highlands Ranch Clinic…

Achilles Tendonitis
Ankle Sprains
Back Pain
Hamstring Strains
Hip Injuries
Knee Injuries
Quad Strains
Shin Splints
Shoulder Injuries
And More...

There’s A Lot Of Bad Advice Out There About How To Handle Injuries For College Athletes...

What's False:

Just “rest” and take some anti-inflammatories and your injury will get better (but months later you’re still suffering…).
Put some ice, heat, or stim on it and push through.
Just redshirt this season and we’ll get you back for the next one.
To prevent injury you should wait until you’re 100% to start training again.

But, The TRUTH Is:

Resting or taking pain medicine doesn’t change anything. You might feel better for a little while, but the pain will be back.
Passive treatments like ice, heat, and stim aren’t enough.
You may not need to redshirt. We can get you back to playing safely.
You don’t have to wait until you’re 100% to start training again.

"Gina is talented at what she does and cares deeply about her clients as athletes/in the rehab process but also as human beings. For 4 years now Gina has helped me come back from multiple tweaks, aches, and pains, while being respectful that I have to adapt some of my treatment. I respect her drive and search for the best treatment for her patients."

Ashley J.

Get Your Competitive Edge Back!

You must choose the right provider for your health. If you don’t, you could end up losing your competitive edge while you sit on the bench, or doing treatments you could actually avoid (like addicting pain medications or invasive surgeries).
To do that, you have to not just treat the pain, but have a provider who is willing to figure out WHY the pain happened in the first place.
That’s when you’ll get a PERMANENT solution to your problems.

At Fick PT & Performance We’ve Created A 3-Step Process To Get Rid Of Your Athletic Injury AND Make Sure The Pain Stays Away.

STEP 1

We Find Out What’s Really Going On

Going through your school’s training room can be frustrating and lacks personalization. College sports therapists are often overwhelmed with many different types of athletes and prioritize getting you back in the game over everything, which might be detrimental to your recovery at times.

This is why our first step, before we do anything, is to find out what’s really going on.

After working with lots of college athletes, we know that no two injuries are alike.

Each person has a different body, a different history, and different types of pain.

That is why our first step is to have an open conversation and find out where the pain is really coming from, and how it’s affecting your performance and daily life.

That way we get a deep understanding of your specific issue, and can create a unique plan of treatment to get you back to the sports and workouts you love.

STEP 2

We Create A Clear Plan For Successful Recovery

Many times, what treatments you find on the internet for your injury, or even receive from other healthcare professionals, is not going to be enough to eliminate your issue.

The problem is, every college athlete’s cause of injury is different!

There isn’t a generic treatment program that is going to give you a lasting solution.

You Need A Customized Plan.

Sadly, many college athletes prolong their time unable to enjoy the sports and workouts they love by doing the wrong treatments. (Maybe you’ve already experienced that…)

A guided customized treatment plan is your answer.

Some Of Our Treatment Options Include:

Physical Therapy

Our physical therapy programs are for any athlete, whether you play recreationally, professionally, or somewhere in between. If you want to return to your desired sport better, faster, and stronger than you were prior to the injury, we’re the right place for you.

Dry Needling

Our dry needling treatments help athletes experiencing muscle tightness, or pain. With dry needling, you can rapidly recover from your latest training session, injury, and prepare for your next competition. Dry needling can get you back to your sport quickly and efficiently

AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill

The Alter G Anti-Gravity Treadmill is perfect for athletes who need to start using their injured lower body before they’re fully recovered. It allows you to get back to your sport faster than ever since you can exercise safely.

Laser Therapy

Laser therapy uses a Class IV Lightforce Laser to penetrate deeply into your body stimulating the healing process, reducing muscle spasm and pain, and even decreasing recovery time. This therapy isn’t painful. It actually produces a soothing warmth in the affected area.

X-Rays & MRIs

If you’re injured and want to get an x-ray or MRI the same day, we can help. At Fick Performance & PT you can skip the visit to the emergency room or urgent care clinic to get your imaging and find out what’s going on. Let us streamline your process for you.

dorsaVi Athletic Movement Assessment

The dorsaVi ViPerform is a wearable device with wireless sensors that tracks and measures your movements in real-time while you run or play your sport. The sensors record data from your activity.

Sports Recovery

The body’s ability to recover from frequent workouts and sports is the key to athletic success. When you train hard you put a lot of stress on your body, mind, and nervous system. Our recovery strategies provide the exact same services to our clients typically reserved only for professional athletes. Come take advantage of this special recovery program.

Sports Massage

Sports massage therapy helps athletes who have muscle tightness, pain, or injury. This type of massage provides healing and relief to overused muscles and joints. Adding sports massage to your physical therapy treatment can decrease recovery time by releasing muscle tightness and soreness using a deep tissue massage technique.

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)

Want to get stronger without high intensity training? That’s exactly what BFR training can do for your body. It’s safe and super-effective at accelerating strength improvements without lifting heavy weights. Even if you’re injured, and can’t use a lot of weight right now, BFR can help you get stronger.

STEP 3

Return To Your Active Life As Quickly As Possible

We know that every minute injured and in pain is another minute away from your sport and puts your education and future at risk.

That’s why we use our proven therapy techniques to get you back to the sports and workouts you love as quickly and safely as possible.

Our goal isn’t just to get you back in the game but to come back stronger and better than before.

Finally, Get Rid Of Your Injury And Keep It From Coming Back!

You don’t have to sacrifice the sports you love over problems that can be fixed.
Let’s chat about how you can get back to the game again.

Sincerely,

Dr. Gina Fick

PT Rebels Podcast | Dr. Gina Fick, PT, ScD

Are You A College Athlete Being Held Back By An Injury?

A Personal Message From Dr. Gina Fick

If You Answered “Yes” To Any Of These Questions,
You Are In The Right Place!

If that’s happening to you, you’re definitely not alone, and we hear this type of thing all the time.

Some Of The Common Injuries We See In Active Adults At Our Highlands Ranch Clinic…