Author: Chiros in Motion
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You Get Shin Splints Every Time You Try to Ramp Up Your Miles
If you’ve ever tried to increase your training only to be sidelined — again — by painful shin splints, you’re not just unlucky. There’s a reason this keeps happening.And it’s not just about getting better shoes or icing after runs.Repeat shin splints are a sign of an underlying issue that hasn’t been fixed. Why Do…
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Why Does My Shoulder Still Hurt After Rest?
You took time off, but your shoulder pain didn’t go away.Shoulder impingement often lingers because rest doesn’t fix the root issue—it just pauses the symptoms. To actually get better, you need a rehab plan that targets the mechanics behind the pain. What Is Shoulder Impingement? Shoulder impingement occurs when the rotator cuff tendons get pinched…
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Hamstring Injury Prevention: 5 Mistakes You’re Probably Making
Pulled hamstring? You’re not alone.Hamstring injuries are one of the most common and frustrating issues for athletes. The real problem? Many rehab or training plans focus on the wrong things—and athletes keep re-injuring the same muscle.Here are 5 mistakes we often see (and how to avoid them). 1. Only Stretching the Hamstring Tight hamstrings usually…
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Mobility Workouts That Actually Improve Performance
You stretch—you foam roll. You follow influencers with 30-minute mobility routines. But are you getting more mobile, or just spending time on the floor?If your hips still feel tight and your squat hasn’t improved, you might be missing the point of mobility.Let’s break down how mobility exercises for athletes is different then general stretching, and…
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Is Laser Therapy the Missing Piece in Your Injury Recovery?
If your injury still nags you months later—or keeps coming back—you might be missing a key tool in your recovery: Class IV Laser Therapy. This high-powered, evidence-backed treatment accelerates healing, reduces pain, and helps stubborn injuries finally calm down. Whether you’re dealing with tendonitis, sprains, or a post-op flare-up, laser therapy can make a big…
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What Drives Cost in the Chiropractic & Rehab Industry?
Let’s be real: pricing can feel confusing. One place charges $45, another charges $180+ and no one explains why. This page gives you a transparent look at how pricing works in our industry, what actually drives cost, and where we stand at Chiros in Motion. It’s about helping you understand what you’re paying for and…
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Patellofemoral Pain: The Knee Issue That Isn’t a Tear—And How to Fix It
If your knee hurts when you run, squat, or sit for long periods—but your MRI came back clean—you might be dealing with patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), often called “runner’s knee.” It’s one of the most common causes of vague, achy knee pain in active individuals, especially young athletes, runners, and field sport athletes. This guide…
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Why Your Foot Pain Isn’t Going Away: Hidden Causes Beyond Plantar Fasciitis
You’ve rolled your foot on a frozen water bottle, tried the insoles, stretched your calves, and maybe even Googled “plantar fasciitis” more times than you’d like to admit. But your foot still hurts—especially when you wake up or after a long day on your feet. Here’s the deal: not all unexplained foot pain is plantar…
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A Sports Chiropractor’s Guide to Surviving the 4th of July
(Without Needing a Visit on the 5th) The Fourth of July is a celebration of freedom — and for a lot of us, that means freedom to grill, play, lounge, and go way too hard in the backyard volleyball tournament. But nothing kills your post-fireworks vibe faster than waking up on July 5th with a…
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Plantar Fasciitis in Athletes: Recovery, Rehab & Long-Term Fixes
If you wake up with sharp heel pain or feel a deep ache in your foot after training, you might be dealing with plantar fasciitis. While it’s often seen in runners, it can affect lifters, field athletes, and even weekend warriors who train hard without proper recovery. This guide covers what plantar fasciitis is, why…
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Low Back Pain in Athletes: Why It Happens & How to Fix It
Low back pain is one of the most common complaints in athletes—whether you’re a runner, lifter, golfer, or weekend warrior. While often brushed off as tightness or “just a tweak,” recurring back pain can limit performance and lead to bigger issues if not addressed properly. This guide breaks down why athletes develop back pain, how…
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Hip Flexor Strains: Rehab, Strengthening, and Injury Prevention
A hip flexor strain is a common injury for athletes involved in sprinting, kicking, or explosive direction changes—especially in soccer, football, track, and hockey. When not rehabbed properly, these injuries can become nagging sources of pain that limit performance and mobility. This guide will walk you through how to identify, rehab, and prevent hip flexor…
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Concussions & Sports: When It’s Safe to Return to Play
Concussions are a serious injury that can impact an athlete’s performance, focus, balance, and long-term brain health. They’re more common in contact and collision sports like football, soccer, hockey, and lacrosse—but they can happen in any sport. While most athletes recover well with the right support, returning to play too soon can delay healing or…
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Rotator Cuff Strains: Shoulder Rehab for Overhead Athletes
Shoulder pain is a common frustration for athletes who lift, throw, swim, or perform overhead movements. A rotator cuff strain can lead to sharp pain, weakness, or loss of control, especially when pushing, pulling, or reaching overhead. If not properly rehabbed, it can become a chronic performance-limiting issue. In this guide, we’ll walk through how…
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Achilles Tendonitis: Why Rest Isn’t Enough & How to Recover Faster
Achilles tendonitis is a nagging overuse injury that affects athletes across all sports—especially runners, basketball players, and soccer players. Pain in the back of the heel or lower calf can linger for months if not treated properly, often worsening with activity and disrupting performance. The good news? You can recover fully with a strategic rehab…
