Sports Injury Chiropractic FAQs and Answers from Modesto Chiropractor

The chiropractic team at Graham Chiropractic is happy to answer the questions you and your loved ones have about sports injuries and sports injury chiropractic care. Athletes of all ages and ability levels are among our favorite patients to work with! Our trusted Modesto chiropractor answers some frequently asked questions about sports injury chiropractic treatment.

What are some common sports injuries my family needs to look out for?

We evaluate and treat a variety of sports injuries at our Modesto chiropractic clinic, and have seen athletes of all skill levels deal with them. These injuries may include:

• Muscle strain
• Bursitis
• Tendonitis and tendon ruptures
• Ligament sprains and ruptures
• Labrum and meniscus tears 
• Joint dislocations and subluxations
• Nerve impingement (e.g., sciatica, radiculopathy)
• Shin splints
• Plantar fasciitis
• Whiplash, concussion, and post-concussive syndrome

So, what causes a sports injury in the first place? Factors are highly variable and can include things like:

• Over-training or under-training
• Improper technique, equipment, body mechanics, or recovery strategy
• Inadequate hydration and nutrition
• Specific sports-related accident (e.g., slip, fall, collision)

What are symptoms of a sports injury?

Like the causes of a sports injury, symptoms are quite variable, as well. They may include:

• Swelling, redness, and warmth at the injury site (especially in acute stages)
• Pain (dull, achy, throbbing, boring, searing, numbing, tingling, etc.) either at rest or with certain movements
• Stiffness
• Instability or weakness (especially in chronic stages) 
• Headaches, jaw pain, mental fogginess, and ringing in the ears (in the case of whiplash and concussion)

What treatments does your chiropractor offer for people with sports injuries?

The chiropractic care services offered by our chiropractor are ideal for people with sports injuries. For one thing, no drugs are involved, so athletes concerned about testing and anyone concerned about drug side effects don't have to worry!

Our healing services are also safe and effective for athletes of any age, with minimal to no risk of side effects. Plus, when individually tailored, our services can optimize and accelerate tissue healing, circulation, cellular repair, joint alignment, nervous system function, and pain relief in order to help get you or your loved one back in the game as soon as possible. 

Specific treatments include spinal manipulations, laser therapy, ultrasound, spinal decompression, and functional medicine. 

Contact Our Modesto Chiropractor for Sports Injury Treatment Today

Are you currently affected by an acute or chronic sports injury? Let our trusted Modesto chiropractor and his team help you get back in shape and avoid future issues. Contact our clinic now by calling 209-545-8727.