If you’re an athlete in St. Petersburg, you know how frustrating sports injuries can be. They throw off your training schedule and can even sideline you for the rest of the season. As chiropractors, we understand your desire to return to your activity as quickly as possible, but proper care is necessary to get you there.

Prevent Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are distressing to the body and the mind of any St. Petersburg athlete, so you need to take preventative measures to protect yourself. You may be inclined to focus only on  your respective pastime, but we believe that a balanced exercise routine promotes overall vitality. Regardless of your activity, it’s important to incorporate strength training, cardiovascular exercise, and plenty of stretching to increase flexibility. Other prevention methods include:

• Wearing protective gear specific to your pastime.
• Wearing supportive footwear that absorbs shock.
• Warming up before a workout.
• Stretching beforehand.
• Preparing for activities accordingly.
• Stopping when you’re fatigued.
• Cooling down afterward.

A quick warm-up will increase your blood flow and improve your flexibility, which will make stretching easier. If you’re a runner, opt for softer surfaces like grass or a track. Concrete and asphalt are hard on your muscles and joints. Too many of our St. Petersburg patients come to us because they pushed themselves too hard, so don’t overdo it. Same goes for working through the pain. This doesn’t make you tougher. It will only make things worse. Knowing your body’s limits will help with preventing sports injuries.

How Can a Chiropractor Help with a Sports Injury?

Whether you’ve pulled your groin sliding into home plate or have chronic swelling from overusing your shoulder, we can help. Our professionals are experts in manual adjustment of the spine and other joints. Chiropractic care will keep the bones aligned and minimize sports injuries. Yes, there are several ways to prevent trauma to the body, but some things are beyond our control.

By consulting chiropractic care in St. Petersburg, you can address any symptoms before they develop into larger problems. We will use therapeutic methods to heal the hurt area and teach you exercises to strengthen the affected area. Every type of athlete can profit from chiropractic care. We will give you treatment specific to your needs without involving surgery or drugs. Let us help you get back in the game!

Bond Thomas Chiropractic

We know that rest, ice, and elevation aren’t always enough, so consult Bond Thomas Chiropractic in St. Petersburg to treat any sports injuries you have. We will help you reclaim mobility and maximize overall performance in your recreational activity. Call us at 727-522-1900 to learn more about our hands-on therapy!