Sports Injury Treatments
Have you suffered a sports-related injury in Victoria, TX? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Dr. Cynthia Airhart is an expert at not only treating sports injuries but also returning athletes to their sport in a better condition than before. At Crossroads Chiropractic Clinic, our wide variety of chiropractic specialties has proven time and time again to restore athletic performance, so you can get back to playing the sport you love.
Why Do Sports Injuries Happen?
Sports, by nature, are risky. At the top level, athletes stretch themselves to the edge of human performance, so it makes sense that sometimes things get stretched a little too far. But even if you’re not an Olympian, sports injuries are a common part of the game. Missteps, bumped heads, falls, tackles, or even just insufficient recovery can cause muscle and joint problems, and it’s a chiropractor’s job to set things right.
Types Of Sports Injuries
In general, sports injuries fall into one of two categories: acute and chronic/overuse injuries.
Acute injuries
An acute injury has a very clear onset - a specific incident that causes immediate pain, discomfort, or impairment. Examples of acute injuries include:
- Knee ligament sprains or tears
- Ankle sprains
- Muscle strains
- Fractures
- Severe bruising (such as a black eye)
- Shoulder dislocation
- Concussion
- …and more.
Overuse injuries
In contrast, overuse injuries happen over time, typically as a result of overtraining, poor nutrition, or a lack of recovery. These chronic sports injuries include things like:
- Stress fractures
- Stress reactions
- Disc herniations
- Patellar tendonitis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Shoulder impingement
- General muscle/joint pain that comes on over time
How We Treat Sports Injuries In Victoria, TX
At Crossroads Chiropractic Clinic, Dr. Airhart uses techniques like global assessment, Myofascial Disruption Technique, spinal decompression, acupuncture, dry needling, and nutrition consultations to manage sports injuries. Your specific treatment plan will depend on the type, degree, and location of your injury, so make sure to speak with your chiropractor to get an individualized program.
Visit our services section to learn more about each type of treatment you might receive, or go ahead and schedule an appointment with us to get started. Call us at (361) 579-9325 or fill out our contact form, and get back to optimal performance ASAP!