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Chiropractic Blog

“Stay in the Ring: 3 Common Areas for Wrestling Injuries and Mobility/Strength Exercises for Prevention”

Wrestling is an intense sport that demands strength, agility, and flexibility. However, like any physical activity, it comes with its fair share of potential injuries. To keep wrestlers in top form and reduce the risk of injury, incorporating targeted mobility and stability exercises into training routines is crucial. Let's take a closer look at three… Continue reading “Stay in the Ring: 3 Common Areas for Wrestling Injuries and Mobility/Strength Exercises for Prevention”

Chiropractic Blog, Knee Pain & Sports Chiropractic

Sports Chiropractic Care: A Holistic Approach to Treating Patellar Tendonitis

In this blog post, we'll explore how chiropractic care can play a significant role in the management and treatment of Patellar Tendonitis, helping individuals get back to their active lifestyles.

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5 Reasons to See a Sports Chiropractor as an Athlete

Injury Management: Sports chiropractors specialize in diagnosing and treating sports-related injuries. Examples of these injuries are sprains, strains, and joint issues. Sports chiropractors can provide non-invasive, drug-free treatments to help you recover faster. Performance Enhancement: Chiropractic care can improve athletic performance by enhancing joint mobility and muscle function. Strength, flexibility, and agility are crucial for… Continue reading 5 Reasons to See a Sports Chiropractor as an Athlete

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Chiropractic Care For Specific Sports

Benefits of Sports Chiropractic for Specific Sports As an athlete you may have realized that generalized treatment just doesn’t cut it. You know that your sport demands a unique set of physical requirements and poses specific challenges to your body. This is where sports chiropractic care shines. In this blog, we'll delve into the benefits… Continue reading Chiropractic Care For Specific Sports

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Chiropractic Blog, Shoulder Pain & Sports Chiropractic

How Chiropractic Can Help Your Shoulder Pain

Chiropractic can help improve shoulder pain by providing a variety of treatment options including muscle work, therapeutic exercise, chiropractic adjustments, treating muscle imbalances, and improving mobility restrictions in the shoulder, neck, and upper back. The key is to find a certified sports chiropractor who specializes in these fields and offers these types of treatments. Chiros in Motion offers all of the above. 4… Continue reading How Chiropractic Can Help Your Shoulder Pain

Chiropractic Blog, Knee Pain & Sports Chiropractic

Patella Dislocation / Dislocated Kneecap

What is a dislocated kneecap and why does it happen? The patella, otherwise known as the knee cap, is a bone that sits in the front of the knee joint. When the knee bends and straightens the patella provides extra support and acts as leverage to provide more power and stability to the knee joint.… Continue reading Patella Dislocation / Dislocated Kneecap

Chiropractic Blog, Knee Pain & Sports Chiropractic

Knee pain from Osgood-Schlatters?

What is Osgood-Schlatters? Osgood-Schlatter disease is a childhood injury caused by repetitive use. Too much activity without enough rest causes pain and inflammation just below the knee cap. This condition often affects children who are undergoing or are just experiencing the end of a growth spurt. Sports with repetitive running, jumping, and cutting are the… Continue reading Knee pain from Osgood-Schlatters?

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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

Patellofemoral pain syndrome, otherwise known as PFPS, is a condition caused by inflammation, irritation, or overuse of the patella tendon. The patella tendon attaches the patella to the tibia or head of the shin. PFPS may start from overuse or acute injury. Common symptoms include pain with jumping, walking up and down stairs, climbing, or… Continue reading Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

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8 Ways to Prepare For This Upcoming Sports Season

1. Start conditioning before the season starts Preparing to train hard is one of the best ways to reduce injury risk. Starting the season with little to no prior strength or conditioning training puts your muscles, ligaments, and joints at higher risk of overuse and over-exertion injuries. Training before the season starts is important because… Continue reading 8 Ways to Prepare For This Upcoming Sports Season

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Chiropractic and Hamstring Injury

Wondering how chiropractic can help with hamstring injuries? Hamstring strains are one of the most common injuries in sports. There are many ways that chiropractors can help which include reducing pain, increasing motion, working on the surrounding joints (hip, ankle, knee etc), increasing strength, and decreasing muscle tension.