Sports Injury Treatment in Loveland
One minute you’re doing what you love. The next, you’re limping off the field, nursing a sore shoulder, or wondering why your back decided to give out halfway through a run.
Injuries are frustrating enough the first time. When the same problem keeps showing up, though, it’s worth asking why.
At Back To Health Chiropractic, we look at how your body moves, not just the spot that’s hurting.
Why Does That Injury Keep Coming Back?
Your muscles rely on one another to keep your joints moving and your body balanced. When certain muscles aren’t doing their share, others may end up taking on more stress than they should.
That’s one reason an injury can seem better after a little rest, only to flare up again when you get back to training.
Different Sports, Different Demands
A runner and a wrestler might both come in with knee pain, but that doesn’t mean they need the same approach.
We consider what your sport asks of your body, including:
- Repeated impact on the knees and lower back
- Running, jumping, and quick changes in direction
- Shoulder strain from wrestling or contact sports
- Restricted rib movement during endurance activities
- Persistent muscle tension and trigger points
- Returning to training before an injury has healed
Even small changes in how you move can make a difference over time.
When Your Body Starts Making Adjustments
Maybe you’re favoring one leg without realizing it. Your shoulder feels weaker than it used to, or there’s a stubborn knot that stretching never seems to reach. These are all things worth mentioning during your evaluation.
A Closer Look at How You Move
Dr. Derek Carroll, DC, studied the neurological aspects of chiropractic care at Parker University and has completed numerous hours of extra training in functional neurology.
He also knows what it’s like to be sidelined. A sports injury of his own led him to chiropractic, and that experience still shapes how he approaches injured athletes.
Your evaluation may include muscle function, joint movement, and spinal and pelvic mechanics. Depending on what we find, care might involve adjustments, rehabilitation exercises, cold laser therapy, or dry needling.
If imaging or another specialist’s opinion is needed, we’ll help point you in the right direction.
So, When Can You Play Again?
That’s the question nearly every athlete wants answered.
For some significant sprains and strains in younger athletes, recovery may take two to six weeks. Other injuries need considerably longer.
We know sitting out isn’t fun, especially when a big game or competition is coming up. But Dr. Carroll believes in being straightforward about recovery rather than rushing someone back before they’re ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my child wants to keep playing through an injury?
Can dry needling help with sports injuries?
What if my sports injury needs more than chiropractic care?
Let’s Work Toward Getting You Back Out There
A nagging injury doesn’t have to leave you guessing about your next move. Contact Back To Health Chiropractic to schedule an evaluation. Find out how we can help you work toward returning to the activities you love.
