Sports Injuries
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How Chiropractors Can Treat Sports Injuries
Sports injuries are a common occurrence, whether you're a weekend warrior or a professional athlete. While some injuries may require surgery or medication, chiropractic care can be an effective and non-invasive treatment option for many sports-related issues.
Chiropractors are trained to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal problems, which often occur in sports injuries. Here's how they can help:
Reduce pain and inflammation: Chiropractic adjustments can help reduce pain and inflammation by realigning joints and improving nerve function. This can be especially helpful for injuries like sprains, strains, and pinched nerves.
Improve range of motion: Misaligned joints can limit your range of motion and make it difficult to perform at your best. Chiropractic adjustments can help restore proper joint function and improve flexibility.
Promote healing: By improving blood flow and nerve function, chiropractic care can help your body heal faster after an injury. This can get you back in the game sooner.
Prevent future injuries: Chiropractors can also help you prevent future injuries by identifying and correcting imbalances in your body. They can also recommend exercises and stretches to improve your strength and flexibility.
Common Sports Injuries Treated by Chiropractors
Chiropractors can treat a wide range of sports injuries, including:
Sprains and strains
Tendonitis
Back and Neck pain
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Runner's Knee
Tennis and Golfer's Elbow
Shin Splints
Plantar fasciitis
What to Expect During a Chiropractic Appointment
During your appointments, the chiropractor will take a thorough medical history and perform a physical exam. They will then develop a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. This plan may include:
Chiropractic adjustments
Soft tissue therapy
Therapeutic exercises
Nutritional counseling
Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Sports Injuries
Chiropractic care offers several benefits for athletes with sports injuries, including:
Non-invasive treatment
Drug-free pain relief
Improved range of motion
Faster healing
Injury prevention
American Chiropractic Association. "Chiropractic and Sports Injuries." American Chiropractic Association, https://www.acatoday.org/Patients/Health-Wellness-Information/Sports-Injuries.
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. "The Effects of Spinal Manipulation on the Central Nervous System." Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4306022/.
National University of Health Sciences. "Soft Tissue Therapy." National University of Health Sciences, https://www.nuhs.edu/academics/programs/chiropractic-medicine/what-is-chiropractic-medicine/techniques/soft-tissue-therapy/.
Cramer, Gregory D., et al. "A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial on the Relative Effect of Instrumental (MFMA) versus Manual (HVLA) Manipulation in the Treatment of Cervical Spine Dysfunction." Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, vol. 14, no. 4, 2015, pp. 279-284, doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2015.09.001.
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. "The Effects of Spinal Manipulation on the Central Nervous System." Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4306022/.
National University of Health Sciences. "Soft Tissue Therapy." National University of Health Sciences, https://www.nuhs.edu/academics/programs/chiropractic-medicine/what-is-chiropractic-medicine/techniques/soft-tissue-therapy/.
Cramer, Gregory D., et al. "A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial on the Relative Effect of Instrumental (MFMA) versus Manual (HVLA) Manipulation in the Treatment of Cervical Spine Dysfunction." Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, vol. 14, no. 4, 2015, pp. 279-284, doi: 10.1016/j.jcm.2015.09.001.
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