Poor body mechanics, or a small injury can lead to diminished sports performance. Whether you are an elite athlete trying to make it to the top of your game, or you simply want to improve your tennis abilities, physical therapy can address a number of issues. If you are in pain, feel stiffness, or you have limited range of motion in one of your joints, it's time to see how PT Physical Therapy can support your healing process. Addressing Compensatory Strategies If you have pain when you move your body a certain way, you develop compensatory strategies to avoid the pain. In an obvious case, you could end up limping while you walk as compensation. When your body is not in alignment and not working properly, your sports performance will be reduced. A physical therapist will do a thorough exam to identify problem areas and come up with a treatment plan to help you reach your goals. Optimizing Muscle Strength One of the best ways to improve your overall sports performance is to o...