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355 Route 22 E, Ste D Springfield Township, NJ 07081
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Sports Injury Treatment in Springfield, NJ

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Sports Injury Rehabilitation at Back and Body Pain Relief

About Our Springfield Sports Injury Practice

Back and Body Pain Relief is a multidisciplinary sports injury and rehabilitation clinic located at 355 Route 22 E, Suite D, Springfield Township, NJ 07081. We treat athletes and active individuals of all levels — from weekend warriors and recreational players to competitive athletes — providing comprehensive, personalised care to get you back to full performance as quickly and safely as possible.

Our team of chiropractors, physical therapists, medical doctors, and acupuncturists works together under one roof, using advanced diagnostic tools to identify the exact nature of your injury before building a targeted rehabilitation plan. We use on-site X-ray, NCV/EMG nerve testing, and diagnostic ultrasound to ensure nothing is missed and that your treatment is precisely matched to your condition.

Understanding Sports Injuries

Sports injuries fall into two broad categories: acute injuries, which occur suddenly from a single incident such as a collision, fall, or awkward landing, and overuse injuries, which develop gradually from repetitive stress on muscles, tendons, and joints over time. Both types require accurate diagnosis and proper rehabilitation — not simply rest and pain relief — to achieve full recovery and prevent re-injury.

At Back and Body Pain Relief in Springfield, NJ, we treat the full spectrum of sports-related injuries across all body regions. Whether you have twisted your ankle on the pickleball court, strained your back at CrossFit, developed runner’s knee from training, or are recovering from a shoulder injury sustained in contact sport, our integrated team has the clinical expertise to get you back to activity efficiently and safely.

Sports Injuries We Treat

Our Springfield sports injury team treats a wide range of acute and overuse conditions including:

  • Back and spine injuries — muscle strains, disc injuries, and facet joint sprains from lifting, twisting, or impact
  • Neck injuries — whiplash, stingers, and cervical strain from contact sports and collisions
  • Shoulder injuries — rotator cuff strains and tears, shoulder impingement, AC joint sprains, and labral injuries
  • Knee injuries — ligament sprains (ACL, MCL, LCL), meniscus injuries, patellar tendinopathy, and runner’s knee
  • Hip injuries — hip flexor strains, IT band syndrome, deep gluteal syndrome, and gluteal tendinopathy
  • Ankle and foot injuries — ankle sprains, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, and stress fractures
  • Elbow injuries — tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, and ulnar collateral ligament sprains
  • Wrist and hand injuries — carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist sprains, and finger ligament injuries
  • Muscle strains and tears — hamstring, quadriceps, calf, and groin strains across all severity levels
  • Concussion and head injuries — post-concussion management and return-to-sport protocols

Our Sports Injury Diagnostic Approach

Accurate diagnosis is what separates effective sports injury rehabilitation from generic treatment. At Back and Body Pain Relief, we use a combination of clinical assessment and advanced on-site diagnostic tools to build a precise picture of your injury before recommending any treatment.

On-site X-ray allows us to assess bony structures, rule out fractures, and evaluate joint integrity quickly during your initial evaluation.

NCV/EMG testing identifies nerve involvement in injuries presenting with radiating pain, numbness, or weakness — common in neck and back sports injuries.

Diagnostic ultrasound provides real-time soft tissue imaging, allowing us to assess muscle tears, tendon damage, ligament injuries, and bursitis with a level of detail that standard imaging often misses.

Dr David Perna DC, CCSP, CCEP

Practice Overseer

Board-certified chiropractor with specialist certifications in sports chiropractic (CCSP) and chiropractic extremity practice (CCEP). Dr Perna has worked with the US Men’s Winter Olympic Bobsleigh team and competes personally in CrossFit and Ironman — he understands sports injuries from both sides of the treatment table.

📍 355 Route 22 E, Ste D
Springfield Township, NJ 07081

📞 908-325-3000

🕒 Mon–Fri, 10am–7pm

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🏅 Sports Injury Treatments at Back and Body Pain Relief

Our multidisciplinary approach means we can draw on a wide range of treatments to address your specific sports injury — targeting both the immediate pain and the underlying cause to achieve lasting recovery rather than temporary relief.

🏃 Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation

Our sports rehabilitation programmes are built around your specific injury, your sport, and your performance goals. Using our fully equipped on-site gym, our physical therapists guide you through the full rehabilitation journey — from initial injury management through strength and conditioning and return-to-sport testing. We treat pickleball injuries, CrossFit injuries, running injuries, contact sport injuries, and everything in between.

🦴 Chiropractic Care

Dr Perna holds specialist certifications in sports chiropractic (CCSP) and chiropractic extremity practice (CCEP), making chiropractic care a particular strength at our practice for sports injuries. Chiropractic treatment addresses joint dysfunction, reduces nerve irritation, restores range of motion, and accelerates recovery from both spinal and extremity sports injuries.

🤲 Medical Massage

Soft tissue therapy is a critical component of sports injury rehabilitation. Our medical massage therapists address muscle tightness, myofascial restrictions, scar tissue adhesions, and trigger points — restoring normal tissue quality and reducing pain alongside other rehabilitation interventions.

🌀 Spinal Decompression Therapy

For sports injuries involving disc herniation, nerve compression, or sciatica — whether from a sudden incident or accumulated load — spinal decompression provides effective non-surgical relief and allows rehabilitation to progress.

💥 Shockwave Therapy

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is particularly effective for the tendinopathies and chronic soft tissue injuries common in sport — Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, and rotator cuff issues. It stimulates tissue healing and breaks down chronic scar tissue where other treatments have plateaued.

💡 Class IV Laser Therapy

High-intensity laser therapy accelerates cellular repair, reduces inflammation, and relieves pain — shortening recovery time from acute sports injuries and supporting the rehabilitation of chronic overuse conditions.

🧘 Acupuncture

Sports acupuncture supports recovery by reducing inflammation, relieving muscle tension, and managing pain through neurological pathways. It integrates naturally within a broader sports rehabilitation plan, particularly for athletes managing chronic pain or stress-related performance issues.

💉 Trigger Point Injections

For sports injuries involving stubborn muscular trigger points — common in shoulder, hip, and lower back injuries — targeted injections provide rapid relief and allow rehabilitation exercises to be performed more effectively.

Sports Injury FAQs

Should I rest completely after a sports injury?

Complete rest is rarely the best approach. Most sports injuries respond better to active rehabilitation — controlled movement, targeted exercise, and manual therapy — than to complete inactivity. Prolonged rest can lead to muscle weakness, reduced range of motion, and longer overall recovery times. Our team will advise you on the right balance of activity and rest for your specific injury.

How quickly can I return to sport after an injury?

Return-to-sport timelines vary widely depending on the type and severity of the injury, the demands of your sport, and how your body responds to treatment. After your initial assessment, we will give you a realistic timeline and use objective criteria — strength, range of motion, and functional testing — to determine when you are genuinely ready to return safely.

Do you need a referral to be seen?

No referral is required. Call our Springfield office at 908-325-3000 or book online to schedule your initial sports injury evaluation.

Do you treat pickleball, CrossFit, and other recreational sport injuries?

Yes — recreational and amateur sport injuries make up a large part of our caseload. Whether you play pickleball, train at CrossFit, run competitively, practise martial arts, or play team sports at any level, we have the expertise and equipment to treat your injury effectively.

Can you treat a sports injury that hasn’t healed properly from previous treatment?

Yes. Many patients come to us after receiving treatment elsewhere that didn’t achieve full recovery. Our diagnostic-first approach — using on-site X-ray, NCV/EMG, and diagnostic ultrasound — often identifies contributing factors that were missed previously, allowing us to build a more targeted and effective plan.

Do you work with auto insurance for sports injuries sustained in accidents?

Yes. If your sports injury was sustained in a vehicle collision or accident, we work with auto insurance carriers and can assist with the documentation required for personal injury claims.

Collaborative Sports Injury Care in Springfield, NJ

At Back and Body Pain Relief, our chiropractors, physical therapists, medical doctors, and acupuncturists work as an integrated team on every sports injury case. If your injury is complex — involving multiple structures, nerve symptoms, or slow progress — the whole team discusses your case and adjusts the plan together. There is no need to seek additional opinions elsewhere.

Our on-site rehabilitation gym means your physical therapy is conducted at the therapeutic intensity your recovery requires, not limited by equipment constraints. And Dr Perna’s specialist sports chiropractic certifications (CCSP, CCEP) mean you are in experienced hands for both spinal and extremity sports injuries. Schedule your sports injury evaluation today.

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