Reduce Sports Injuries | Chiropractic Care Charleston

Do you want to prevent an injury from sidelining you from sports? If so, you must take steps to prevent injuries from occurring in the first place. Most people associate chiropractic care with back and neck pain. Yet chiropractic care can do much more than treat back and neck problems.

Understanding Why Sports Injuries Occur

Exercise and sports are great ways to improve your fitness and health. That said, there is always a risk of injury, even among experienced athletes. Some leading causes of injuries include:

Poor training method
Muscle imbalance
Poor form
Excessive training
Hyperflexion
Hyperextension

Another common cause of sports injuries is spinal misalignment. It can cause excessive tension in one part of your body. Repetitive movements can also cause spinal misalignment.

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Reduce Sports Injuries

Many athletes seek chiropractic treatment when they sustain an injury. You should understand that chiropractors provide preventative services too. Sore and stiff muscles and joints can limit your range of movement, making it more difficult to hit, kick, jump, or run as you usually do.

Instead of pushing through your physical discomfort and risking injury, stay safe with regular chiropractic therapy. Your chiropractor can help you in the following ways:

Fixing Spinal Misalignment

When it functions properly, your spine offers structural support, promotes flexibility, and protects your internal organs and nerves. A misaligned spine does not provide adequate protection for your body.

It may even increase your risk of sustaining a severe injury on the field. Chiropractors take spinal misalignment seriously. Even if you are feeling fine, your chiropractor can help keep your spine correctly aligned to prevent injuries.

Increased Energy

Chiropractic therapy focuses on overall well-being. So, your chiropractor will treat your entire body during your appointments. Exhaustion is a common cause of injury among athletes. Fortunately, chiropractic care can jump-start your central nervous system, which will help boost your energy levels.

Enhanced Range of Motion

You may find it difficult to flex, stretch, or bend when your spine is too busy doing other things. Fortunately, your chiropractor can provide custom care to help get your body on track and increase your range of motion. A healthy range of motion will reduce the likelihood of injury since your body will perform as expected.

Drug-free Pain Relief

Most athletes prefer drug-free pain relief for different reasons. Some fear they will forget their medication dosages, while others want to avoid addiction. Also, pain medications can easily make you sleepy or cause nausea and dizziness. That can increase your risk of sustaining an injury on the field. Instead, seek chiropractic treatment to reduce your usage of prescription medication.

Accelerated Healing from Existing Injuries

Untreated injuries can make you experience cramps, tension, or stiffness in your muscles. They may also impact your range of motion. As an athlete, you should understand that one injury can make you more vulnerable to more injuries. So, you should seek chiropractic treatment before things worsen.

Nowadays, many professional athletes understand the value of chiropractic care in treating and preventing injuries. That is why all NFL teams have licensed chiropractors on staff. Many major league baseball teams also have chiropractors to treat injured players and avoid injuries.

For more on chiropractic care for sports injuries, visit Whiplash Pain Center at our Summerville, Charleston, North Charleston, or Holly Hill offices. Call (843) 281-7837, (843) 350-5022, (843) 636-7246, or (803) 496-3338 to schedule an appointment today.