Performance Health | Our Services
Physicals:
The Hologic WTA Physical Examination seeks to evaluate, identify, and address physical and mental factors which may limit or hinder an athlete’s health and performance. The following areas are assessed: cardiology, internal medicine, orthopedics, dermatology, sports dietetics, mental health, orthotics and equipment, and a tennis movement screen. Each area is carefully evaluated by a medical specialist to ensure safety of participation and to identify areas that require targeted intervention with the goal of maximizing health and performance.
Nutrition and Hydration:
The WTA Nutrition and Hydration services aim to educate WTA athletes on best nutrition, hydration and supplement practices for the female traveling tennis athlete. It also aims to support Tournaments in providing performance foods to meet the demands of these athletes. In conjunction with the WTA Sports Dietician, primary health care providers also incorporate appropriate nutrition and hydration interventions into treatment sessions to positively impact injury and illness prevention, recovery, and performance. Collaboration with the Mental Health and Wellness team may also be necessary at times.
Equipment and Stroke Mechanics:
The equipment and stroke mechanics services are integral to the athlete care approach, as it connects the tennis specificity of equipment assessment, serve analysis, and ground stroke analysis. Along with thorough clinical examinations, primary health care providers should integrate the findings of a stroke analysis to create individualized preventative and treatment programs for athletes. The goal of which is to address any biomechanical impairments and minimize the risk of injury while maximizing performance.
Exercise:
The purpose of the WTA Exercise service is to develop and prescribe exercise programs, using the evidence informed practice, to address injury patterns, movement dysfunctions, and musculoskeletal impairments as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation and/or performance optimization program. The design of which shall be guided by regular clinical assessment during a rehabilitation period, along with the use of the Tennis Movement Screen to monitor for movement dysfunctions.
Orthotics and Apparel:
The WTA Orthotics and Apparel service aims to ensure that athletes are utilizing the most appropriate orthotic and clothing choices to manage and prevent injury and illness. This input may consist of education and recommendations for orthotics and tennis specific performance apparel such as: sports bras, eyewear, visors, hats, and compression garments, to the prescription of WTA orthotics and provision of recommendations for custom made tennis shoes.
Mental Health and Wellness:
The WTA Mental Health and Wellness staff is comprised of experts in the areas of mental performance skills training, mental health counseling, WTA Tour life skills and Safeguarding. It is the responsibility and privilege of the WTA mental health and wellness team to enhance athlete’s peak performance, extend career longevity and improve career and life satisfaction. Our mission is to deliver mental health and wellness services designed to address identified primary stressors impacting the WTA players to facilitate consistent performance and participation within a healthy Tour environment. We know that elite performance requires a sound psychological foundation, emphasizing player empowerment and autonomy and partner with athletes and support team members to enhance theirs.
Massage Therapy:
The Massage Therapy service applies a range of soft tissue therapies designed to assist the athletes’ performance. The service includes the application of sports soft tissue techniques, flexibility exercises, match preparation, treatment of soft tissue injuries, recovery strategies, and the maintenance of healthy tissues.
