Many of my patients ask me about their bringing their children in to be checked while they are in sports. There are several reasons why a check up or two before, during or after the season can be a great idea.
Why before?
When someone is about to begin a regimen of intense exercise, like that associated with conditioning, it is a great idea to make sure that their spine, muscles and extra-spinal joints are properly aligned and have full range of motion. This can prevent injuries and greatly improve performance. Think of it as creating a solid base to build on.
Why during?
Again, keeping the body functioning properly can help reduce injury and improve performance. Most sports involve serious impact with other players or the floor/ground or both. When a football player is hit or hits another player, it puts serious stress on the joints, especially since the impact is never perfectly balanced. The same is true when a volleyball player hits the ground. Sports also tend to overuse some muscles, while not using others as much. Baseball, tennis, volleyball and many others all tend to favor the dominant hand for hitting, throwing, etc. This can lead to muscle imbalances and overuse syndromes. Chiropractic care can help prevent these conditions or help heal them. This can keep players playing the sports they love.
Why after?
After is a great time to get things realigned and help to relieve any built up dysfunction the sport may have created by overusing certain muscles. It will speed healing and help with off season training.
Sports are a fantastic way to keep kids active and to teach them great life skills. They are also FUN and great for physical fitness. Chiropractic can help to keep the fun in the sport by keeping players from injury and pain.
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Thursday, September 6, 2012
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