Treatment for Sports Injuries in St Charles
Whether you’re a passionate CrossFitter, cyclist, pickleball player, or weekend warrior sports injuries can sideline you from the activities you love. Our chiropractors specialize in treating and preventing sports-related injuries, helping athletes of all levels and ages perform at their best and recover faster.
Common Sports Injuries and Our Approach
Athletes often face a range of injuries, including sprains, strains, neck and back injuries, concussions, and repetitive stress injuries. Our chiropractic care is effective in addressing these issues and more, getting you back in the game quickly and safely. We tailor our treatment to your specific needs, considering your sport, position, training regimen, and injury history.
The Performance Edge
Chiropractic care isn’t just for treating injuries—it can also enhance your athletic performance. Regular adjustments can improve balance, reaction time, coordination, and flexibility. Many top athletes, including Michael Jordan, have relied on chiropractic care to maintain their competitive edge. The basketball legend would often get adjusted before games and even at halftime to ensure peak performance.
Professional Recognition
The value of chiropractic care in sports is widely recognized. Every professional sports franchise in America, from soccer to hockey, baseball to basketball, and even the U.S. Olympic teams, has a chiropractor on staff. Many major collegiate sports teams also have chiropractors on campus, reflecting chiropractic’s critical role in athletic health and performance.
Conveniently located near Lindenwood University, our practice offers care to student-athletes looking to enhance their performance, recover from injuries, and stay in top shape throughout the season.
Sport-Specific Considerations
Unsurprisingly, different sports pose unique risks. Contact sports like football and hockey often lead to more injuries due to the false sense of security provided by protective gear. Soccer players, especially at collegiate and professional levels, are prone to neck injuries and concussions. In football, running backs and linebackers face significant spinal compression due to repeated impacts.
Concussion Management
While many think of concussions as purely a brain issue, the neck is also significantly impacted during head injuries. Our chiropractic care plays a crucial role in managing and treating the cervical spine following concussions, helping to stabilize the nervous system and promote faster recovery.
The Value of Proactive Care for Long-Term Health
Regular chiropractic check-ups can help you stay ahead of potential injuries and maintain optimal health. We recommend:
- Sticking to a consistent schedule of chiropractic care
- Getting frequent check-ups to prevent sprains and strains from sidelining you
- Allowing your body proper rest and recovery time after practices and games
- Being mindful of sport-specific risks and taking appropriate precautions
Be at Your Athletic Best
Let’s help you get off the sidelines and back to your sport of choice. Contact RiverTowne Family Chiropractic today to book an appointment!
