Sports Injury Treatment Staten Island, NY - Physical Therapy for Athletes Staten Island

Sports injuries can happen suddenly or develop over time from repetitive strain. Whether it’s a sprained ankle, sore knee, or shoulder pain from overtraining, even minor injuries can interfere with performance and daily activity. Recovery requires guided movement and professional care to restore full function.

Gerald Mondares, PT, leads the physical therapy program at South Shore Wellness Center in Staten Island, New York. He helps athletes and active individuals recover from sports-related injuries. His approach focuses on relieving pain, rebuilding strength, and improving stability so patients can return to activity with confidence.

Common Sports Injuries We Treat

Our physical therapy team helps patients recover from a wide range of athletic injuries, including:

Sprains and strains
Tendonitis and bursitis
Muscle tears
Knee and hip overuse injuries
Rotator cuff injuries
Post-surgical rehabilitation

Whether you play competitively or stay active for fitness, early treatment helps prevent long-term damage and supports faster recovery.

How Physical Therapy Supports Recovery

Sports injuries often affect balance, coordination, and strength. Through targeted therapy, Gerald Mondares, PT, identifies which muscles or joints need support and builds a program that restores movement efficiently. Treatment may include:

Manual therapy to reduce stiffness and tension
Strengthening and conditioning exercises
Flexibility and balance training
Gait and posture correction
Sport-specific reconditioning to prepare for return to play

Rehabilitation and Performance

Rehabilitation doesn’t end once pain subsides. To keep patients performing at their best, we integrate performance-based exercises that improve coordination, endurance, and reaction time. This approach helps rebuild confidence while strengthening the muscles and joints that support high-impact activity.

By combining recovery with performance training, patients can safely return to the field, court, or gym feeling stronger and more prepared.

Preventing Future Sports Injuries

A major part of long-term success is learning how to protect your body from re-injury. During physical therapy, patients gain practical techniques for warm-up routines, proper movement patterns, and joint protection. Gerald also evaluates how posture, alignment, and form contribute to pain—addressing small habits that can make a big difference in performance and comfort.

Why Choose South Shore Wellness Center

At South Shore Wellness Center, recovery means more than relieving pain—it’s about restoring your ability to move freely and perform at your best. Gerald Mondares, PT, works one-on-one with patients, ensuring that every exercise and adjustment is purposeful. His hands-on care, attention to detail, and focus on long-term improvement help patients heal completely and return to the activities they enjoy.

Our doctors and staff work collaboratively when injuries involve the spine or nerve-related issues, creating a full-circle approach to musculoskeletal care.

Return to the Activities You Love

An injury doesn’t have to keep you sidelined. With guided physical therapy and ongoing support, you can recover safely and regain strength at your own pace. Schedule your consultation with South Shore Wellness Center in Staten Island by calling (718) 967-4646.

Sports Injuries in Staten Island, NY