Injured in training? If you’re a BJJ practitioner, you know tweaks and injuries are part of the game — but they don’t have to keep you off the mats. At Slight Edge Physical Therapy, I help jiu jitsu athletes in Iowa City recover faster and train smarter with rehab that’s tailored to grappling.
đź’ˇ Why Jiu Jitsu Athletes Need a Different Kind of PT
Most clinics don’t understand jiu jitsu. You’re told to “stop rolling” or “rest a few weeks,” with no plan to get back into drilling, sparring, and competition.
I train and treat combat athletes, so I know what it takes to recover and stay active.
🔥 Common BJJ Injuries I Treat:
| Injury Type | Movement Trigger | Common Cause |
|---|---|---|
| Rib Pain | Guard passing, scrambles | Impact, compression |
| Neck Strain | Posting, chokes | Flexion overload |
| Shoulder Pain | Kimuras, underhooks | Rotator cuff irritation |
| Low Back Pain | Inverting, guard work | Core control deficits |
| Wrist/Elbow Pain | Posting, grip breaks | Joint overload |
🎯 My Approach to Jiu Jitsu Physical Therapy:
✅ Root-Cause Diagnosis – I use the SFMA to uncover faulty movement patterns from asymmetrical training loads.
✅ Hands-On, One-on-One Treatment – You’ll never be passed to a tech. Every session is with a licensed PT.
✅ Return-to-Rolling Plan – We modify drills and positions so you can keep moving, even during recovery.
đź’¬ What Grapplers Are Saying:
“I messed up my ribs in training. Two sessions and I was drilling again. He knows exactly what BJJ demands.”
— Caleb, Purple Belt
“He didn’t just tell me to stop rolling — he gave me a plan to train smart and fix the problem.”
— Nadia, Blue Belt
📆 Ready to Get Back on the Mats?
If you’re dealing with pain or injury from BJJ in Iowa City, Coralville, Tiffin, or North Liberty, don’t let it sideline you. Get personalized, sport-specific care from someone who understands the grind.
đź“ž Call today or đź“… book your free 15-minute consult to start your recovery the right way.
Get Connected with Slight Edge Physical Therapy
Phone number: (319) 369-6926
Email: Dr.McBride@SlightEdgePT.com
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.”
Slight Edge Physical Therapy LLC 