Sports Injury Chiropractor in Ahwatukee, AZ & Phoenix, AZ
Helping You Recover From Painful Sports Injuries
Sports are a staple of American culture. Whether you enjoy watching basketball on TV or love watching your teen play high school football, sports have an impact on nearly everyone. However, playing sports can also lead to painful injuries that require significant treatment to address. At Life Chiropractic, we believe in providing exceptional care to each of our patients dealing with a sports injury. Our team proudly serves adult and teen athletes in Phoenix, AZ, and we’d be glad to learn more about your condition and treatment needs.
The Most Common Types of Sports Injuries
Sports injuries vary greatly. Depending on the sport, an athlete might risk a different set of injuries. Fortunately, our sports injury chiropractors can treat a range of conditions that affect casual athletes and full-time players. Talk to a member of our team if you’re worried about any of the following injuries:
- Knee pain
- Back pain
- Dislocations
- Sprains and strains
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Swollen muscles
- Tendon and ligament tears
- Sciatica
- Shoulder pain
Methods for Treating Sports Injuries
Because every sports injury is different, it follows that each patient requires a different approach to treatment. At Life Chiropractic, we strive to treat everyone that comes through our doors with the personalized care they deserve. Our chiropractors for sports injuries may recommend one of the following types of treatment:
We offer a slew of chiropractic methods that can help with mobility, spinal alignment, and much more. We use this approach for patients struggling with back, neck, and shoulder pain.
Sports injuries can take a mental toll as well as a physical one. Our stress management professionals can help you cope with the stress associated with getting hurt on the field.
While sports injuries aren't always preventable, there are several steps athletes can take to minimize the chances of getting hurt. Our chiropractors offer services that help patients avoid muscle strain and maintain good nutrition.
Effective Pain Relief Before Your Appointment
Sometimes, you may not be able to get to a chiropractor right away. But not to worry—you can get immediate relief from sports injuries using a few strategies. Whether you’re caring for yourself or your child, we recommend taking these steps:
- Rest the injury and avoid additional stress
- Stay hydrated
- Ice the injury for 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off
- Wrap the injured area to minimize swelling
- Elevate the injury when possible
Chiropractic Care for Children and Adults
Sports injuries can affect anyone who chooses to participate in sports. While we see plenty of adults for these injuries, we mostly see children and teenagers. Thankfully, our chiropractors have experience treating kids of all ages, from infants to older teens. Nearly everyone can benefit from chiropractic care, and the team at Life Chiropractic is glad to offer top-quality treatments to our broad community of patients.
Make an Appointment Today
Scheduling a chiropractic appointment is easy when you choose our healthcare center. The friendly team at Life Chiropractic will get you on our calendar quickly so you or your child can start recovering from a sports injury. Don’t wait to get treatment—these injuries rarely get better on their own! Get in touch with us today to learn more about our services and make an appointment.