Sports Injuries

Sports Injuries

When the body is violently hit in a sport such as football or hockey, there is a risk of verrucae and soft tissues being damaged. A contact sport is similar to an auto accident in that soft tissues and vertebrae can be injured. When an injury occurs to the arms or legs, it is often detected immediately, and can be corrected. However, if a vertebrae in the neck or back becomes misaligned, it may not be detected for a long period of time. Sporting activities such as twisting, bending, and impact can also cause injury. From repeated jarring, the soft tissues around the spine, such as muscles, ligaments, tendons, and discs can become injured. Athletic activities such as golf, tennis, running, and gymnastics can result in injuries to the soft tissues around the spine.

In addition to spinal adjustments, chiropractors may use soft tissue work and therapeutic modalities, such as hot or cold compresses and traction, to restore proper spinal alignment. Specifically, sports chiropractors are trained to help athletes and sports teams recover from injuries.

Sports chiropractors help to restore biomechanical and muscular function to athletes to ensure they return to peak performance by applying chiropractic ideals throughout recovery and performance. Chiropractic helps athletes avoid future injuries and improve their performance. Chiropractic care has proven to be valuable to athletes in a wide variety of sports, including running, soccer, basketball, bowling, and skiing.