When an adult maintains an active lifestyle, this has many health benefits including improved cardiovascular health, strengthened bone density, and increased endurance. However during the course of exercise, a sport injury can ensue. This can be a result of repeated motions over time such as running on a hard surface or it could be a one time, sudden injury. When seeking treatment for a sport injury, there are many options available however chiropractic care is the most effective and offers immediate benefits such as pain relief and a reduction in discomfort.
Common areas of sport injuries
There are certain areas of the body which are more prone to becoming injured during exercise. These areas include the lower back, knees, shoulders, ankles, spine, and elbows. Any new exercise regime should be approved by your doctor to minimize the risk of sport injury. This is especially true if you have sustained a sports injury in the past. A new exercise regime could exacerbate the injury and cause it to incrementally worsen.
How to prevent a sport injury
For an individual who has currently sustained a sport injury, the best course of action is to seek treatment from a chiropractor. However prevention is one of the best remedies and so preventing another sport injury from occurring is helpful in avoiding a repeat of the situation. A few ways to prevent a sport injury include stretching before working out, staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, and warming down after working out. By following these guidelines, an individual can reduce their chances of experiencing an unwanted sport injury.
Diagnosis and treatment
Sometimes even after the best preventative measures, a sport injury still occurs. When this takes place, the best option is to receive a diagnosis and treatment from a capable chiropractic clinic.In the initial consultation, the chiropractor will perform a physical exam and will take down the patient history for assistance in accurate diagnosis and treatment. If necessary, an X-Ray, MRI, or an ultrasound may also be performed.
Treating a sport injury with chiropractic care is one of the safest and most non invasive methods. It does not require surgery and can be performed safely in a comfortable chiropractor’s office.
At Kapsner Chiropractic, we offer sport injury treatment and care for patients at each of our four locations. Find out more about our services when you visit us online at www.kapsner.com or their Facebook page.
