Valencia is a paradise for sports enthusiasts.
Whether you’re playing padel on a sunny court, discovering stunning hiking routes in the mountains, or improving your personal best while running along the coast—movement is an essential part of life here. But with all this activity, sports injuries are never far away.
Common Sports Injuries in Valencia
The mild winters and sunny days in Valencia encourage outdoor sports year-round. Yet, we often see the same injuries repeatedly. Padel, for example, puts a lot of strain on your wrists, elbows, and shoulders. With hiking, ankle injuries and knee overuse are common. And runners often face issues like shin splints, tendon problems, or lower back pain.
Acupuncture as Support for Sports Injuries
What many people don’t realize is that acupuncture can be a valuable addition to the recovery process for sports injuries. In my practice in Valencia, I combine Western knowledge of the musculoskeletal system with ancient techniques from Chinese medicine.
Acupuncture has anti-inflammatory effects, improves circulation, and helps the body heal faster. It also promotes relaxation and can assist in releasing (mental) tension, which often plays a role in chronic sports injuries.
Why Acupuncture for Sports Injuries?
✅ Reduces pain and inflammation
✅ Accelerates the recovery of muscles and tendons
✅ Helps you find the right balance between training and recovery
✅ Can be combined with other therapies, such as physiotherapy or massage
5 Tips to Prevent Injuries in Padel, Hiking and Running in Valencia:
- Listen to your body
Many sports injuries occur because people ignore the signals their body gives them. If you feel aches or fatigue, take it seriously and adjust your training accordingly. - Don’t skip your warm-up and cool-down
Whether you’re playing padel, hiking, or running, a proper warm-up prepares your muscles and tendons for activity. A good cool-down helps remove waste products faster and reduces muscle soreness. - Build up gradually
In Valencia, it’s tempting to go all out—the sunny weather is infectious! But gradually increasing the intensity and duration of your training helps prevent injuries. - Vary your movements
By alternating between padel, hiking, and running, you load your body in different ways. This reduces the risk of overuse injuries and keeps your workouts interesting and challenging. - Give recovery the attention it deserves
Injuries often arise from a lack of recovery. Getting enough sleep, eating well, and relaxing are just as important as the training itself. Acupuncture can help you recover faster and bring your body back into balance.
A Complete Recovery Plan in Valencia
Whether you’re an avid padel player, love hiking in the beautiful nature around Valencia, or never want to miss your running routine—I’m here to help you stay injury-free and enjoy moving with confidence.
In my practice, we’ll look at your injury together, but also at its underlying cause. Often, the problem isn’t purely physical—it’s about how you move or how you recover. With acupuncture and coaching, I work on sustainable recovery so that you’re not only back on the court, the trail, or the boulevard quickly, but also moving with more joy and trust.
Would you like to find out if acupuncture can help with your sports injury?
Feel free to reach out for an introduction or treatment in Valencia.
