ProCare Athlete Bridge Program
Helping Athletes Bridge the Gap
Physical therapy is essential to properly rehabilitating after a sports injury. But many athletes find there’s a gap between the end of their PT program and their full return to sport. They may have rehabilitated the injury, but they still need targeted, sport-specific training to return to the game safely.
That’s why Professional Care offers our exclusive ProCare Bridge Program. It connects sports rehab to sports performance, giving athletes the tools to rebuild confidence, speed, and strength before stepping back on the field or court. Utilizing cutting-edge equipment and technology, we ensure they are fully prepared to return to their sport safely.
Frequently Asked Questions About the ProCare Bridge Program
What is the ProCare Bridge Program?
It’s a structured transition program for athletes finishing physical therapy and helps restore physical readiness before full return to sport. The program is led by both a physical therapist and a sports performance specialist and focuses on advanced strength, balance, and speed training.
Who is it for?
Athletes recovering from orthopedic or sports related injuries. Participants are grouped by injury type and stage of recovery for more focused training and peer support. We create smaller groups of athletes who are experiencing similar injuries and timelines, fostering a sense of teamwork where they can motivate and support one another competitively.
What makes it different from regular training?
Each athlete begins with a complete movement assessment, including range of motion tests, balance checks, and an evaluation of movement quality. This establishes a baseline and helps the therapists and athletic trainers develop the right program for the athlete’s needs.
What Type of Equipment is Used to Measure Performance?
The advanced diagnostic tools we utilize to measure an athlete’s performance are:
- Dynamometer: Measures the strength of the injured extremity in comparison with the non-injured extremity.
- 1080 Motion: Analyzes peak speed (mph), time to top speed, and force generation by each leg
- Vald ForceDecks: Assesses leg symmetry and force output
What’s the goal of the program?
To fully prepare athletes for return to play, both mentally and physically. The Bridge program closes the gap between injury recovery and sport performance. It’s focused. It’s safe, and highly effective.
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