The most common injury in Wheelchair Basketball is Shoulder overuse / wrist sprain — and NHS waits for treatment can stretch to 18 weeks. We get you seen within days.
NHS waiting times are costing athletes their careers
An ACL repair, shoulder reconstruction, or stress fracture that needs an MRI can sit in an NHS queue for months. For a competitive Wheelchair Basketball athlete earning from the sport, that wait isn't just frustrating — it's career-ending.
Private cover that moves as fast as you do
Insured Health connects you to private consultants, diagnostic imaging, and surgical teams typically within 48–72 hours of making a claim. You choose your specialist and your timing — so recovery fits around your season, not a waiting list.
Most Common Injury in Wheelchair Basketball: Shoulder overuse / wrist sprain
Propelling a wheelchair while shooting and defending causes significant upper limb overuse.
How Private Health Insurance Helps with Shoulder overuse / wrist sprain
Private cover funds specialist physiotherapy and sports medicine assessment.
- Priority MRI and diagnostic imaging — typically within 48–72 hours
- Direct access to leading UK sports medicine consultants
- Fast-tracked surgical referrals and orthopaedic assessment
- Physiotherapy and rehabilitation covered from day one
- Second opinion service from top specialists
- Mental health support during recovery
- Income protection add-on for professional and semi-professional athletes
How It Works — 3 Simple Steps
1. Get a Quote
Answer a few quick questions about your sport, level, and health. We'll find the right policy in minutes.
2. Get Covered
Your cover starts immediately. No waiting periods for sports injury — you're protected from day one.
3. Claim Fast
Call or go online to make a claim. We arrange your specialist appointment within 48 hours.
