If you are an athlete or enjoy being active, Dr. Kali Krivinchuk at Willow Creek Chiropractic in Sandy, UT, provides customized sports chiropractic care to keep you pain-free and performing at your best.
Guide to Sports Chiropractic Care
While sports can be great for your health and allow you to do something you love, they can also put strain on the body. Many athletes suffer from injuries that leave them in chronic pain and unable to perform optimally. Below, Dr. Krivinchuk and the team at Willow Creek Chiropractic in Sandy, UT, shares how sports chiropractic can help.
What Is the Difference Between a Sports Chiropractor and a Regular Chiropractor?
Both are chiropractors who specialize in issues and treatment of the musculoskeletal system, as well as improving quality of life. However, a sports chiropractor specializes in sports and exercise, the potential injuries associated with them, how they impact the body, and how to ensure the body performs optimally.
How Can Sports Chiropractic Help Athletes?
Sports chiropractors can be an invaluable resource for athletes. Below are just a few of the benefits they can provide.
- Prevention of sports injuries
- Faster recovery from sports injuries
- Better mobility, flexibility, and muscle function
- Improved general health
All of these benefits are provided through natural and holistic methods. Sports chiropractors customize their treatment approach to the individual, ensuring the most optimal results.
What Types of Injuries Do Sports Chiropractors Treat?
A sports chiropractor can help treat any issue within the musculoskeletal system. This includes but is not limited to:
- Sprains and strains
- Shin splints
- Achilles tendonitis
- Dislocations
- Bursitis
- Shoulder injuries
- Tennis or golfer’s elbow
- Runner’s knee
- Jumper’s knee
- Herniated discs
- Nerve compression
- Sciatica
Does a Sports Chiropractor Only Treat Professional Athletes?
Not at all. Athletes of all levels can benefit from the help of a sports chiropractor. This includes professional athletes, amateur athletes, and even those who simply enjoy sports as a weekend hobby.
Additionally, you don’t have to play an actual sport to benefit from chiropractic care. Regular exercise – though highly beneficial for your health – can also put strain on the body and lead to injuries. Therefore, if you are a runner, swimmer, cyclist, weightlifter, or regularly carry out any other type of exercise, visiting a sports chiropractor can help relieve pain, prevent injuries, and help you perform at your best.
Learn more about how sports chiropractic can benefit you by visiting Dr. Krivinchuk at Willow Creek Chiropractic in Sandy, UT. Call (801) 942-4999 to schedule an appointment today.