Chiropractic and Common Sports Injuries

 

Sports injury got you down and out? Dr. Jay McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center is committed and specialized in treating sports injuries for residents in Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, Teays Valley, and Nitro, WV

4 Common Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are common for all athletes – whether you participate on the weekends for fun or professionally. While sports can be great for getting and staying in shape, they can also lead to some painful injuries. Below are five of the most common sports injuries that athletes face.

Misalignment

From a full-body tackle to landing improperly as you run, anything can impact your spinal alignment. Unfortunately, a spinal misalignment can impact your muscles, joints, nerves, and more.

Pinched Nerves

Injuries and misalignment of the spine can often put pressure on the surrounding nerves. When this occurs, you can suffer through tingling, weakness, numbness, and shooting pain.

Sprains, Strains, and Overuse Injuries

Playing hard at your favorite sport means putting your muscles through the wringer, and often leads to tears in the fibers. At times, these tears are minor and can heal pretty quickly. Other times, they may induce muscle spasms, weakness, inflammation, and more that simply won’t go away on their own.

Dislocations

Joint dislocations are not an uncommon occurrence, especially in high-impact activities. Without treatment, it can take weeks or longer to heal – during which you will likely suffer an immense amount of pain.

Chiropractic Treatment for Sports Injuries in Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, Teays Valley, and Nitro, WV

Sports injuries can range from minor annoyances to such severe pain that you cannot enjoy your favorite activity any longer. However, a visit to Dr. McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center can help you recover more quickly through a variety of treatment methods, including those below.

• Spinal adjustments: This is a safe, effective treatment option that realigns the spinal column and helps relieve pressure on pinched nerves.
• Massage therapy: This can help relieve tension and soft tissue injuries.
• Therapeutic exercise: Targeted workout problems can help you stretch and strengthen damaged areas.
• Therapeutic ultrasound therapy: This method helps address soft tissue injuries by increasing blood flow and breaking down scar tissue in a targeted area.

These are just a few of the methods Dr. McClanahan uses to address sports injuries. Your specific treatment plan will include a combination of treatment options that can address your individual needs.

Don’t let sports injuries win. If you live in Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, Teays Valley, or Nitro, WV, schedule an appointment with Dr. McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center by calling (304) 776-1520 today.