Can Chiropractic Care Help with Sports Injuries

Murphy Chiropractic and Wellness Center treats Sports Injuries

There is little doubt about it; sports are fun! Playing sports, whether professionally or simply for recreation, can be a rewarding experience. It may also, however, bring about unexpected injuries. Especially as we get older, our bodies are more vulnerable to injury as our bones and muscles age with us. To avoid harm and treat any harm that may occur, check out these suggestions for keeping your body healthy and strong.

The most common ways people are injured in athletics are sprains and strains, pulled muscles, and joint issues. Together with the wear and tear that sports put on our bodies, it's easy to sprain ankles or wrists, or pull on a muscle that has not been stretched correctly. The quick motions can also be hard on the joints, sometimes resulting in pain, swelling, or stiffness.

How Are The Injuries Most Commonly Treated?

For minor injuries, the most frequent remedies are over-the-counter drugs, heat, ice, and compression. Over-the-counter drugs like Tylenol can relieve pain and reduce swelling. In the same way, heat and/or ice can help reduce swelling and encourage natural recovery in the injured area. Compression is often used when a particular injured place is wrapped or placed in a duvet. This both treats and prevents swelling and retains the wounded area from experiencing too much jarring motion.

Can Injuries Be Prevented?

Even though a random injury can occur at any time, prevention is potential for some injuries. Proper stretching and a warm-up will help many prevent injuries, especially in the case of pulled muscles. Many different men and women find both treatment and prevention steps throughout the support of a chiropractor. Regular chiropractic care was shown to treat some kinds of sports injuries and prevent others.

How Can a Chiropractor Help?

A chiropractor will help to keep the spine in its proper alignment. When the spine is properly aligned, it helps the whole body to work better and feel healthier and much more limber. This leads to less harm, better range of motion, and a faster recovery period. To get chiropractic care, you can walk into Murphy Chiropractic and Wellness anytime.