Chiropractic & Sports Injuries

Sports are a big part of a students life, but even into adulthood, sports are still a huge aspect of family gatherings and entertainment. About 30 million children and teens participate in some form of organized sports, and more than 3.5 million injuries are experienced by these participants. Almost one-third of all injuries incurred in childhood are sports-related, and the most common are sprains and strains.

At Absolute Wellness Center, we are here for the WHOLE family, this includes your children, especially, but not limited to those who are in sports activities. Here are a few things you may like to know about sports injuries, but also how Absolute Wellness Center can come alongside your family on the journey to healing.


The Most Common Sports Injuries

We mentioned above that sprains and strains are the most common. In addition to those, you may also see pulled muscles and joint problems. Sports can put a lot of wear and tear on our bodies, and it’s easy to sprain ankles and wrists or pull a muscle that was not stretched. Quick movements that are found in sports are also hard on the joints, sometimes causing unwanted pain, swelling, or stiffness. 

Common Ways to Treat Injuries

For many minor injuries, it is common for people to seek over the counter treatments, as well as heat, ice, and compression. At Absolute Wellness Center, we treat the body in so many other ways and offer several techniques and therapies to aid in healing. We offer the Graston Technique, which is a manual therapy to help decrease overall treatment time, foster father rehabilitation, and even reduce the need for anti-inflammatory medications. 

We also offer electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound therapy, and cold laser treatments. All of these are natural and holistic options to counteract the need for over the counter medications with unwanted side-effects. 

Preventing Unwanted Sports Injuries

The downside to sports is that you can’t prevent all injuries. Random injuries can happen any time, however, prevention is possible for some injuries. Proper stretching and warm-ups help prevent many sports injuries, especially with pulled muscles. It’s also important to realize the value on prevention and treatment measures that can aid in your body’s ability to stay healthy. Regular chiropractic care has been shown to treat some types of sports injuries, as well as prevent many others. 


Chiropractic for Sports Injuries at the Lake of the Ozarks

One of the prime goals of a chiropractor is to keep the spine in proper alignment. When your spine is aligned the way it is supposed to be, your entire body can function better and feel healthier. This can often result in fewer injuries, a better range of motion, and faster recovery time. Obviously, there are so many MORE reasons to hire a chiropractor at the Lake of the Ozarks, it’s for more than just sports injuries - but it can help with that. We also offer other services like massage therapy at the Lake of the Ozarks and nutritional counseling at the Lake of the Ozarks. Both of these can help the athletes in your life, as they relax with a massage, and learn how to fuel and care for their body through food. Summer is a huge sports season, and as we move into fall, your kids will be back to school and their busy sports schedules. Starting them on chiropractic treatment for kids at the Lake of the Ozarks NOW could be just the thing you’re looking for.


Absolute Wellness Center Inc
4203 E US Hwy 54
Linn Creek, MO 65052
573-346-3777
Location: Linn Creek, MO 65052, USA

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