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Surf-Related Injuries in San Clemente

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Recover stronger. Return smarter. Ride with confidence.

Surfing may feel effortless when you’re gliding across the water—but behind every smooth ride lies serious physical demand. From powerful paddling to explosive pop-ups and high-impact wipeouts, surfers put their bodies through intense stress. At DSC Performance, we specialize in diagnosing, treating, and rebuilding the injuries that keep surfers out of the water.

Common Surf Injuries We Treat

Surfers often experience a unique blend of overuse, impact, and mobility-related injuries, including:

  • Shoulder pain & rotator cuff strains
    (from endless paddling and repetitive overhead motion)
  • Low back pain
    (from extended arching and rotational forces)
  • Neck stiffness & cervical strains
    (from paddling posture and sudden impact)
  • Knee sprains & ligament injuries
    (from turns, landings, and awkward wipeouts)
  • Hip tightness & mobility restrictions
    (affecting pop-ups and maneuver control)
  • Ankle sprains & foot injuries
    (from unstable landings and board slips)

How DSC Performance Helps Surfers Recover

Your recovery plan is built around your injury, your goals, and your surfing style. We focus on:

  • Evidence-based manual therapy to restore movement and reduce pain
  • Strength and stability training to keep injuries from returning
  • Mobility and flexibility restoration tailored to surf mechanics
  • Rotational strength development to improve turns and cutbacks
  • Shoulder endurance conditioning for paddling longevity
  • Rehabilitation protocols designed by experts with advanced orthopedic and sports specialization

Why Surfers Trust DSC Performance

Because getting back in the water isn’t about rushing—it’s about returning stronger than before. Our clinicians have 50+ years combined experience and work directly with athletes across San Clemente, Dana Point, and the surrounding surf community.

We understand the demands of surfing, the culture of the sport, and what it takes to build a body capable of handling the next wave.

FAQ (Quick & Helpful)

Can you help me surf again after an injury?
Yes. We build a step-by-step plan that takes you from recovery to performance.
How long until I can get back in the water?
It depends on the injury, but we reassess constantly so you’re progressing safely.
Do you treat competitive surfers?
Absolutely — recreational, competitive, and elite surfers all train here.

Ready to get back to the waves?

Let’s rebuild your strength, restore your mobility, and prepare your body for a safe, confident return to surfing.
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I’m very been in for two separate injuries now and the staff at DSC have put me on the path to recovery each time. My LPT has helped me deal with a pinched nerve with a simple regimen while providing advice and guidance that has valuable when home. The staff is patient and super friendly. The therapists extremely knowledgeable. This is a local’s go-to and they have the surfboards to show it.

Robby Chamberlin

DSC is the place to be! I unfortunately had to move only a month into PT for my ACL surgery; however, the time I spent there was so great! The staff is so knowledgeable and friendly, and overall has such a great recovery environment. Shoutout to Trip, he’s the man. Thanks, guys!

Ben Mix