Written by: Active Sports Therapy
Volleyball is a fast, explosive sport that requires repeated jumping, landing, quick changes of direction and powerful overhead movements. These demands can lead to both acute injuries and overuse problems.
At Active Sports Therapy (AST) in Calgary, our Chiropractors and Physiotherapists have extensive experience treating volleyball and other sports-related injuries. Our Chiropractors use Active Release Techniques (ART) to address muscles and other soft tissues, while our rehab-focused Physiotherapists help restore strength, mobility and function.
Here are five common volleyball injuries we treat at AST.
1. Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are extremely common in volleyball, often occurring when a player lands awkwardly after jumping or lands on another player's foot.
Treatment focuses on restoring mobility, strength, balance and stability. AST Chiropractors may use ART and manual therapy to address affected soft tissues, while our Physiotherapists focus on rehabilitation, balance and progressive return to jumping and sport.
2. Jumper's Knee
Patellar tendinopathy, commonly called jumper's knee, can develop from the repetitive jumping and landing involved in volleyball.
Players typically experience pain below the kneecap during jumping, squatting or climbing stairs.
Treatment may combine ART and soft tissue therapy with progressive strengthening of the knee, quadriceps and hips. Rehabilitation then progresses toward jumping, landing and volleyball-specific movements.
3. Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Injuries
Repeated serving and spiking can place significant stress on the shoulder and rotator cuff. AST Chiropractors use Active Release Techniques and manual therapy to address soft tissue restrictions around the shoulder, chest and upper back. Our Physiotherapists focus on rotator cuff strength, shoulder blade control and progressive overhead rehabilitation.
The goal is to restore both comfortable movement and the strength required for repeated serving and hitting.
4. Finger and Hand Injuries
Jammed fingers are common when blocking, setting or digging. Injuries can range from minor sprains to more significant ligament, tendon or joint injuries.
Persistent swelling, deformity or loss of movement should be properly assessed. Treatment and rehabilitation can help restore finger mobility, strength and function for a safe return to play.
5. Low Back Pain
Repeated jumping, landing, bending and rotation can also contribute to low back pain in volleyball players. Our Chiropractors
may use ART, soft tissue treatment and joint therapy to restore mobility and reduce mechanical restrictions. Physiotherapy can then address core control, hip strength, mobility and movement patterns to prepare the athlete for the demands of volleyball.
Volleyball Injury Treatment in Calgary
At Active Sports Therapy, we don't just focus on where it hurts. We look at the joints, muscles, soft tissues, strength and movement patterns that may be contributing to the injury.
Our collaborative approach combines Chiropractic care, Active Release Techniques and rehabilitation-focused Physiotherapy to help volleyball players:
- Reduce pain
- Restore mobility
- Rebuild strength and stability
- Improve jumping and landing mechanics
- Return safely and confidently to volleyball
Whether you are a competitive athlete, youth volleyball player or recreational player, our goal is to get you moving well and back on the court.
Dealing with a volleyball injury?
Book with the Active Sports Therapy team in Calgary and let us help you get back in the game.
