My doctor told me I should just wear a brace, stop playing as much and take medication, is this true?
Absolutely not. This is an OUTDATED approach with the management of musculoskeletal injuries. While resting and bracing do have a place in the rehabilitation of tendons/muscles – it has been shown that MOVEMENT AND SPECIFIC EXERCISE is more beneficial than rest. In fact, with less movement muscles and tendons can lose their healthy structure and strength. This can lead to further irritation once you are done with the prescribed “resting” period. This is why it is important to treat the injury HOLISTICALLY – which is what ALL of the therapists at 1HP are capable of doing for you.