Up your game!
More than 30 million children participate in organized sports in the United States, and approximately 775,000 children are treated in hospital emergency rooms for sports-related injuries.
Younger athletes are more susceptible to injuries because they have slower reaction times than adults, are less coordinated, and are still growing and developing. Many injuries result from overuse, such as repetitive use syndrome, which comes from placing stress on the musculoskeletal system. It is caused by not using proper techniques or equipment, such as athletic shoes, which makes greater demands on the body with less healing time. By active chiropractic care these injuries can be lessened, if not prevented.
Injury Prevention/Performance Enhancement
At McFarland Spine & Sport, we tailor a comprehensive program aimed at injury avoidance. Initial evaluations will include not only traditional orthopedic tests, neurological examinations, and consideration to supplement physical exam findings with any additional diagnostic evaluations, if appropriate or a referral if indicated. Numerous studies support the fact that chiropractic care helps athletes achieve an optimal level of performance. A Canadian research team included chiropractic care in the rehabilitation program of 16 injured female long-distance runners. The runners recovered quickly; seven of them actually scored “personal best” performances while under chiropractic care.
Positive Impacts
Chiropractic is beneficial to professional, amateur and weekend athletes, maximizing athletic performance and preventing and managing injuries. The growing reliance on chiropractic care among American professional sports teams has raised awareness about the many benefits of chiropractic and continues to do so.
Benefits of ONE spinal manipulation in athletes
A recent study was done to investigate how a SINGLE manipulation (adjustment) of the spine can increase strength and decrease muscle fatigue. Just imagine what regular care can do for your body! -The results are astonishing!
