Chiropractic Treatment and Sports InjuriesChiropractic Treatment and Sports InjuriesMany top sports teams and top athletes now have a Chiropractor as part of their medical care.  "Being a professional athlete means that I have to push my body to the limit every training session. Invariably, this means I get a lot of wear and tear, particularly on my back. From my experience, slight problems in my back can manifest itself as problems in other places in the body. The team at ISIS looked after me for many years, and their expert treatment enabled me to compete at the highest level, and to the best of my ability. I would fully recommend their treatment." Craig Pickering (100 m European Junior (Under 20 years) Champion, 2005. Fastest time over 60m in the world so far this year, 100m, 10.16 personal best 2007.) Amateur sports enthusiasts and professional sports men/women are all likely to suffer from occasional sports injuries. Injuries may be the result of poor warm up and stretching techniques, years of poor posture or a previously undetected spine or joint problem.
Pain is a warning sign and should not be ignored.Failing to receive the appropriate treatment promptly and continuing to overuse the injured area may prolong the healing process and result in a chronic injury and the shortening of a promising career. Injuries regularly treated by chiropractors include:
Painkilling drugs may temporarily relieve or mask symptoms but Chiropractors diagnose and treat the real cause of an injury. TreatmentAt the initial consultation at the clinic, the chiropractor takes a full medical history, investigates lifestyle, posture etc., carries out a thorough examination and takes x-rays when necessary. Once the diagnosis is made, a treatment plan is prepared. Chiropractors use gentle, specific manipulation and adjustment techniques to free stiff joints and remove spinal irritation. They may also use modalities such as ultrasound and interferential. Treatment is generally painless, although some short-term discomfort may be felt around the injured area.
Chiropractic treatment aims to restore normal function to your joints and muscles as well as your nervous system, which may increase control, co-ordination and muscle strength. Chiropractic is a course of treatment. The number of treatments required will depend on the nature of the condition and how long it has been present. Find out how you can prevent sports injuries.
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Once painful symptoms settle, patients are encouraged to follow a programme of rehabilitation exercises to help strengthen the injured area, improve flexibility and prevent recurrence of the problem.
