Welcome to the Chiros in Motion Resources page — a place for athletes and active individuals who want to better understand their bodies, prevent injuries, and perform at their best.
Here you’ll find practical insights on movement, recovery, injury prevention, and performance, based on real experience working with athletes.
Explore the sections below to learn more and find the support you need.
Want to stay healthy and balanced through Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving can be a time to rest, move, and reset. With a few smart choices and the right mindset, you can enjoy the holiday, stay…
Staying Strong and Moving Well in Your 30s, 40s, and 50s
You don’t need an injury to benefit from care. For adults balancing family, work, and fitness, the right combination of movement treatment, recovery, and mindset…
How to Train Smart and Stay Injury-Free for Your Next 5K
Short Answer:Whether you’re running your first 5K, racing multiple events a year, or using short races to train for longer distances, you need both a…
The Importance of Resetting Your Body as Fall Sports End and You Transition into Winter Sports.
As fall sports wrap up and winter sports begin, this is the perfect time to reset, not just your body but your mind. Taking a…
Healthy Halloween Snacks That Still Taste good
Halloween doesn’t have to be all sugar crashes and stomach aches. For athletes and active kids, fueling right matters, even on a candy-filled holiday. The…
Why am I not bouncing back from injuries like I used to?
If you’re an athlete in your 30s, 40s, or beyond, you’ve probably noticed injuries take longer to heal and soreness lingers longer than it did…
Why am I still cramping during games even after hydrating?
You drink water all day, but the cramps still hit mid-game. For soccer, football, and field athletes, hydration alone often isn’t enough. Cramping usually comes…
Why Youth Athletes in Walworth County Develop Knee Pain After Ankle Sprains
“You’ve had 3 ankle sprains and now your knee hurts too.” For many youth and field athletes in Walworth County, this story sounds all too…
Runners of Walworth County! Still Struggle with IT Band Pain After Foam Rolling?
Runners of Walworth County, foam rolling your IT band might feel like the go-to solution for nagging knee or hip pain, but here’s the truth:…
You Wake Up More Sore Than After Your Workouts
If you’re waking up stiff, achy, and more sore than you were after yesterday’s workout, something is off. Soreness after training is normal — but…
You’re 6 Months Out from ACL Surgery and Still Feel Unsure When Cutting or Jumping
You’ve worked hard through PT. Your quad is stronger, you can jog, and your knee feels “okay.” But when it comes to cutting, jumping, or…
You’re Strong in the Gym but Still Get Low Back Pain with Squats
You can deadlift, press, and move weight with confidence — but every time you squat heavy, your lower back flares up. Strength alone isn’t the…
You’ve Done PT for Your Labral Tear but Still Can’t Get Back to Sport
If you’ve finished PT after a hip labral tear and still can’t cut, sprint, or play without pain, you’re not alone. Many athletes hit a…
Your Teen Athlete Is Eating More but Still Feels Tired and Gets Headaches
If your teen is training hard and eating more — yet still feels exhausted, foggy, or gets frequent headaches — it’s time to dig deeper.…
Back to School Special – Walworth County
September 1 – September 15, 2025 Start the school year feeling your best, physically and mentally. At Chiros in Motion in Elkhorn, we specialize in sports…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…