Sports and Surf Injury Rehabilitation in Costa Rica

Rehab built around your sport

Train with a physiotherapist who knows what a paddle-out, a golf swing or a day fighting a marlin asks of your body.

 
 
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Why Patients Trust Clinica Philia

Licensed by the Colegio de Terapeutas de Costa Rica. English and Spanish spoken. 8+ years of experience. 4.9 ★ on Google Reviews. Two clinics: Herradura and Quepos

Who this program is for

  • Athletes coming back from a sprain, strain, tendon problem or surgery
  • Surfers with shoulder, lower back or knee problems
  • Golfers with back, elbow or shoulder pain
  • Runners with knee, shin, Achilles or hip injuries
  • Sport fishing anglers with shoulder and back strain
  • Visitors already in Costa Rica who got injured on their trip
Clínica Philia physiotherapist coaching a client through balance training on a BOSU ball

How we get you back

Assess

Find what’s injured and what caused it.

Settle

Manage pain and swelling with manual therapy, TECAR and electrotherapy.

Rebuild

Strength, mobility and stability specific to your sport.

Return

Progressive, sport-specific drills and a clear return-to-sport plan.

Physiotherapist giving a sports massage to the shoulders

Recovery tools

1 or 2 weeks, depending on your injury

Sports massage and muscle release, pressotherapy for recovery, and custom orthotic insoles when your foot mechanics play a part. Most athletes choose a 1-week or 2-week program; your therapist recommends one after your consultation.

Frequently asked questions

Sometimes, with changes. Your therapist will tell you what’s safe at each stage.

Yes. For single sessions, book directly with Clínica Philia.

Yes. With your permission we share your plan and a return-to-sport summary.

Medically reviewed by [Therapist name], physiotherapist, Colegio de Terapeutas No. [ ], on [date]. Individual results vary. This page is general information and does not replace advice from your doctor.