Sports Injury
Sports injuries are extremely common, especially among kids, teenagers, and young adults. Some aren’t as bad, but some injuries can cause serious damage or problems if you don’t seek the right help when they happen. A Sports Injury can be devastating for most athletes as it often means rehabilitation and time off from the sport. Our chiropractic physicians are skilled in getting you back in shape to be able to perform at your optimum level again.
Types of Sports Injury include:
- Pulled/strained muscle
- Neck and back injuries
- Sprained tendons and ligaments
- Sports hernia
- Post Concussion Syndrome
- Foot injuries
- Tendonitis
- Shin splints
Injuries are becoming serious as the popularity in sports grows. A Sports injury is very common in sports like football and basketball, but the rise in injuries among runners, cyclists, and other sports that require a high physical demand on specific parts of the body. Feet injuries are very common among soccer players and athletes with a heavy demand on their feet, shins, and upward into their knees and hips.
Pay close attention to your sports injury and try to relieve some of the pain at home with rest, elevation in some cases, and a hot/cold compress. If symptoms continue, it may be time to see our doctor. Find a Location conveniently operating around your area in Connecticut to schedule an appointment.
