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Therapeutic imagery and athletic injuries.
1Peggy A. Richardson is Regents Professor of Kinesiology and Assistant Chair of Kinesiology, Health Promotion, and Recreation at University of North Texas, Denton, TX 76203.
Journal of Athletic Training
|March 1, 1995
Summary
Clinicians can speed up athletic rehabilitation by using guided imagery alongside traditional therapy. This approach leverages the positive link between mental imagery and the healing process for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Rehabilitation Psychology
Background:
- Injured athletes require effective rehabilitation strategies.
- Existing therapeutic care can be enhanced with adjunctive methods.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an imagery model for accelerating athletic rehabilitation.
- To provide clinicians with practical information on using imagery in therapy.
Main Methods:
- Discussing a sample imagery program.
- Outlining steps: introducing imagery, evaluating ability, skill development, and adjunctive use.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests a positive relationship between imagery and healing.
- A structured approach to imagery can aid clinicians.
Conclusions:
- Imagery can be a valuable tool to augment athletic rehabilitation.
- Implementing a structured imagery program can improve patient recovery.