Can a Chiropractor Help With Sports Injuries?

Chiropractic care can help with sports-related injuries in several ways. Chiropractors are trained to identify and treat musculoskeletal injuries, including those that are common in sports such as sprains, strains, and joint injuries.

Here are some of the most common sports-related injuries that chiropractors can treat:

• Sprains and strains: These injuries are common in sports that involve jumping, running, and sudden changes in direction. Chiropractors can help reduce pain and inflammation and improve joint mobility and flexibility to aid in the healing process.
• Tendinitis: This is an overuse injury that results in inflammation and pain in the tendons. Chiropractors can help manage pain and inflammation and work with athletes to develop rehabilitation programs that help reduce the risk of future injuries.
• Rotator cuff injuries: These injuries are common in sports that involve overhead movements, such as baseball, tennis, and swimming. Chiropractors can work with athletes to improve shoulder mobility and strength and reduce the risk of future injuries.
• Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow: These are overuse injuries that result in pain and inflammation in the elbow. Chiropractors can help manage pain and inflammation and work with athletes to develop rehabilitation programs that help reduce the risk of future injuries.
• Knee injuries: Knee injuries are common in sports that involve jumping, running, and sudden changes in direction. Chiropractors can work with athletes to improve knee mobility and strength and reduce the risk of future injuries.
• Back and neck injuries: These injuries are common in sports that involve impact, such as football and hockey. Chiropractors can help manage pain and inflammation and work with athletes to improve spinal alignment and reduce the risk of future injuries.

Here are some of the ways that chiropractic care can help with sports-related injuries:

• Pain relief: Chiropractic adjustments can help reduce pain and inflammation in the affected area, helping athletes to manage their pain without relying on medication.
• Improved range of motion: Chiropractic adjustments can help improve joint mobility and flexibility, which can help athletes regain their range of motion and return to their sport more quickly.
• Injury prevention: Chiropractors can work with athletes to identify and correct imbalances or weaknesses that may put them at risk for future injuries. By addressing these issues early on, athletes can reduce their risk of future injuries.
• Rehabilitation: Chiropractors can work with athletes to develop rehabilitation programs that are tailored to their specific injury and sport. These programs may include exercises to improve strength and flexibility, as well as chiropractic adjustments and other therapies to help speed up the healing process.

VIDA Chiropractic Studio, located in the heart of Lodo, serves patients from Denver and surrounding areas. Our owner, Dr. Scott Evans, DC, CCWP, uses a combination of traditional chiropractic techniques and cutting-edge methods to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Through our decade-plus of experience, we know chiropractic care can be a valuable part of a comprehensive treatment plan for sports-related injuries, helping athletes to manage their pain, improve their range of motion, and return to their sport as quickly and safely as possible. If you’re interested in learning more about how a chiropractor can help you feel better and live healthier, contact us today at (303) 433-5433.