Performance Chiro

Athletes place higher demands on their bodies over time, especially when they reach a high level of performance. Ultimately, increased stress or tension over time can lead to pain and even injury from distribution up the chain. How can a Performance Chiro help athletes prepare for competition while also preventing injury?

Regular adjustments during the season can help improve mobility, overall function, and even performance. The reason is that adjustments can help keep your body moving without limitations or restrictions. A 2010 literature review found that sportspersons who received chiropractic care over 6 weeks showed a 6.12% increase in their overall performance as well as improved hand-eye coordination. Here are five ways athletes can benefit from performance chiro care.

Reduced Recovery Times

Chiropractic care ensures that every soft tissue strip and bone is in the right place, with enough space and blood flow for the body to function properly and to heal quickly. Faster recovery time is a crucial factor for athletes, as many of them have strict schedules and cannot afford to be out of the game for long. This makes chiropractic a great treatment option for athletes suffering from sports-related injuries.

Improved Performance

A knee injury or a misaligned spine can affect the functioning of all other bodily systems because all parts of our body are connected. This can affect athletic performance. When athletes seek chiropractic care and get regular adjustments, the spine functions well and allows other parts of the body to function properly.

Chiropractors are knowledgeable about how all the different body parts work and move together. Athletes may benefit from regular adjustments performed by a chiropractor, as the adjustments improve the overall performance of the body, which then improves athletic performance.

Drug-Free and Non-Invasive

Medication is not always the best option for athletes with a serious injury. Not only do they pose an addiction risk, but they also don’t help you heal faster. They just mask the pain for a short time. Many studies have shown that chiropractic care helps athletes recover faster from injuries with no need for invasive surgery or pain relievers.

Avoid Injury

Even the smallest alignment issues and injuries can put an unnecessary strain on the body and often lead to more injuries. A certified chiropractor makes sure the musculoskeletal system is functioning properly, making the body less prone to injuries. Also, chiropractors offer personalized programs to help prevent injuries and keep athletes at a lower risk of future injuries. For instance, a chiropractor can help a golfer correct his/her posture problems so that his/her swing causes less injury. Chiropractors can help athletes achieve optimal levels of performance.

Reduce Pain

The spine is an essential part of the body’s nervous system. Manipulation of the spine relieves pain symptoms while restoring healthy body alignment and optimal blood flow to the nervous system. All of this is accomplished through chiropractic care, making it a great way for athletes to relieve pain and return to peak performance.

At Performance Chiropractic + Physiotherapy, we can treat a wide variety of athletes, from hockey players, baseball players, football players, basketball players, gymnasts, or other activities that can put pressure on the body. If you are an athlete with an injury of any size, contact us today and find out how chiropractic treatment can help you get back into the game.