If you’ve suffered an injury, you know recovery takes a lot of time. Even months after you’re done at the physical therapy office, you still find yourself dealing with limited mobility and loss of strength. Building a fitness routine with resistance bands can actually help and accelerate your recovery time.
Resistance bands are excellent for many after an injury as these can help add resistance to motions, improving both strength and flexibility without undue stress on the joints. These stretchable fitness bands help focus and work on specific parts of the body, which can speed up the process of rehabilitating joints and muscles post injury.
Some of the common types of injuries which can be helped by resistance bands, include:
- Shoulder pain or dislocation
- Tennis Elbow
- Runner’s Knee
- Hip Bursitis
- Sprains and strains
- Post-ACL repair
When performing exercises in rehab, even under the guidance of a physical therapist, there is the risk of getting hurt further if the workout becomes too strenuous. But with resistance bands, you can not only exercise isolated muscles, but do so without causing much strain on the area (since they are a low-impact option). That’s not all, these bands may be used to work on other areas of the body and increase blood circulation, which aids in a faster recovery.
Tips for Using Resistance Bands after a Sports Injury
- Keep the movements slow and measured throughout the workout session, especially in the initial stage of the process.
- Resist the urge to increase the pace of exercise too soon. It should be a gradual process.
- Once the exercise session is over, place the affected area in icy water in order to make your injuries heal faster.
Resistance bands are great for improving the quality of your exercises while honing in on your ability to control your movements. They help stabilize your muscles and are a great tool when it comes to improving your overall form when exercising.
As with any exercise, especially after an injury, be sure to consult with your doctor first!
Whether you’re looking to further engage your muscles while doing a particular exercise or just want an aid when stretching, resistance bands are here to help. There’s a reason so many people use resistance bands each time they exercise. They’re lightweight and easy to use, and they can dramatically increase your results.
Watch the short clip below to see a few resistance band movements you can try today!
