Injuries & Conditions
We Treat in Eugene
Cash-pay, no referral needed. From ACL surgery to runner's knee — Zenith specializes in the full spectrum of sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions that keep athletes and active adults on the sidelines.
Dr. Mariel Hammond working with a client utilizing BFR training
Dr. Mariel Hammond working with a client utilizing BFR training
ACL Tear
An ACL tear is one of the most common knee injuries in athletes. Whether surgical or non-surgical, the path back to sport requires structured rehabilitation focused on strength, movement quality, and sport-specific loading.
Post-surgical return to sport: 9 –12 months. Conservative (non-surgical): varies by activity goals.
Hip Flexor Strain
Hip flexor strains respond well to active rehabilitation. The key is progressive loading and restoring hip mobility and strength deficits that make athletes more susceptible, rather than relying on prolonged rest alone.
Grade 1: 1–3 weeks. Grade 2: 3–6 weeks. Grade 3: 6–12 weeks or longer depending on severity. Return to full sport requires criteria-based clearance.
Low Back Pain
Low back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal issues and responds well to physical therapy. Whether acute or recurring, a movement-first approach targets the root cause instead of only relieving symptoms.
Acute: 2–6 weeks. Chronic or recurring: 8–16 weeks. Most patients see relief within 2–3 sessions.
Ankle Sprain
Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports injuries and one of the most under-rehabilitated. Physical therapy restores balance, strength, and control to prevent chronic instability and repeated sprains.
Mild (Grade 1): 2–4 weeks. Moderate (Grade 2): 6–8 weeks. Severe (Grade 3): 10–12 weeks.
Hip Replacement Recovery
Physical therapy is essential before and after hip replacement surgery. Structured rehab restores mobility and strength, supports a smoother recovery, and helps you return to hiking, cycling, and daily life with more confidence.
Early mobility: 1–2 weeks. Daily activity: 6–12 weeks. Hiking/cycling: 3–6 months. Recovery varies by goals.
Runner's Knee
Runner’s knee, or patellofemoral pain syndrome, is one of the most common running injuries. It responds well to targeted strength work and training load management to reduce pain and improve running tolerance.
Typical: 4–8 weeks with load management and hip strengthening. Timelines vary by training goals.
Calf Strain
A calf strain is a partial tear of the gastrocnemius or soleus, common during sprinting, hills, or sudden acceleration. Physical therapy rebuilds strength and push-off power so you can return to running without recurring setbacks.
Grade 1: 1–3 weeks. Grade 2: 3–6 weeks. Grade 3: 6–12+ weeks.
IT Band Syndrome
IT band syndrome causes sharp lateral knee pain that can sideline runners quickly. The key is not stretching the IT band, but addressing hip weakness, control deficits, and loading errors that keep the problem coming back.
Typical: 3–6 weeks with load modification and hip strengthening. Persistent: 8–12 weeks.
Sciatica
Sciatica causes pain, numbness, or tingling that travels from the low back into the leg. Physical therapy identifies the source and uses targeted mobility and strength work to reduce irritation and help prevent recurrence.
Disc-related acute: 4–8 weeks. Chronic or recurrent: 8–16 weeks. Piriformis-related: 3–6 weeks.
Rehab PT to Performance PT
Consider starting with rehab PT and transitioning to performance PT as you progress.