Many major sports teams have on-site or in-house chiropractors. This isn’t a luxury treatment or optional care reserved solely for top-tier athletes. Chiropractic care is beneficial, if not imperative, for athletes at any level. Whether to help with existing injuries or to prevent future injuries, chiropractic care goes beyond spinal alignment. If your priority is to get yourself moving, playing a sport and maintaining a healthy body, then chiropractic care is in your best interest. We often get questions as to why athletes should see a chiropractor, so we outlined the top three reasons our athlete clients come in to see us. If you are interested in sports wellness, contact us today to discuss our offerings and what to expect on your first visit.

Non-Invasive

  • Athletes endure a lot of wear and tear on the body. Rather than injecting themselves with short-term relief, or undergoing surgeries once injuries are too far along, chiropractic care can serve as a holistic, long-term approach to injuries. Its non-invasive process is what entices a lot of people, not just athletes, to the practice. Chiropractic visits are usually quick and painless, depending on what you’re in for. Routine visits become a highlight of some athlete’s weeks. The simple fix sets them up for success, providing somewhat of a reset button for their bodies.

Preventative

  • Chiropractic care is preventative care in many ways. Routine chiropractic care can offer recovery that no other therapy may provide. Athletes experience a lot of inflammation in the body, making range of motion more limited. As with any sport, the more range of motion you have, the more options your body has to make a play or, simply, move. When inflammation continues to build up without any relief, it may lead to further injuries or weakness. Another common injury that is aided by chiropractic care is pinched nerves. Chiropractic visits can help alleviate this issue, reducing pain and allowing for returned functionality.

Increased Blood Circulation

  • Regular chiropractor visits can also help with blood circulation. This is especially important for athletes. Increased blood flow helps with breathing and maintaining healthy muscles, both of which are crucial for athletes. Many athletes bulk up or work out in ways that limit healthy blood circulation. Chiropractic care opens up areas of the body that are normally tight or fixed in ways that will allow for better flow. Even seemingly healthy athletes without any signs of injuries benefit from chiropractic care simply for enhanced blood circulation.

If you are in need of preventative care or are seeking help to reduce pain from an existing injury, you will benefit from chiropractic care in ways you didn’t even realize you needed. Especially for athletes, chiropractic care allows for ways to decompress. When the muscles can relax, the mind can relax. Whether you are looking for pain relief, ways to enhance your range of motion or another tool to add to your A-game, Dr. Craig Stover will help you and your sports enhancement needs.