Our Centennial chiropractor treats a number of common sports injuries here at Murphy Family Chiropractic. While many cases are due to mild sprains and strains, we also see a number of more serious conditions such as post-surgical ACL injuries and hamstring pulls. Here are the top seven reasons patients seek out Centennial sports injury treatment.
1. Sprained Ankles
When the foot suddenly turns inward, tears and stretches can cause severe pain on the outside of the ankle. Because this area of the body is relatively weak, these are the most common sports injuries our Aurora chiropractor encounters.
2. Hamstring Strains:
Over-stretching of the three sensitive muscles in the hamstring is a common occurrence in athletes who participate in sports such as running and track and field activities like hurdling. These injuries can require 6-12 months to fully heal, and our Aurora chiropractor can help speed recovery.
3. Groin Pulls
Players of hockey, football, soccer, baseball, and wrestlers are the most common sufferers of this painful condition. Side-to-side pushing motions gone awry are the most typical cause of groin pulls.
4. Patellofemoral Syndrome
While it sounds scary, this condition occurs due to repetitious motions of the patella (kneecap) against the femur (thigh bone). As the connecting tissues become damaged, pain results. This injury is common in runners, gymnasts and volleyball and basketball players.
5. Shin Splints
Chronic pain down the front of the legs below the knee are called shin splints. Our chiropractor in Aurora sees a number of cases occurring in runners, weightlifters and in sports that require a lot of leg work such as soccer.
6. Tennis/Golfers Elbow
Also known as epicondylitis, this occurs with repetitious elbow use, which is why it’s a common sports injury in golf and tennis. These tiny tears in the elbow’s tendons can bench you for several weeks.
7. ACL Tears
Possibly one of the most damaging of all sports injuries of the knee, ACL tears are the excruciating result of getting hit from the side or making sudden cuts or stops. While they usually require surgery, we can help you heal more quickly as you recover.
Contact Murphy Family Chiropractic for Centennial Sports Injury Treatment
Call our Centennial chiropractor today at (720)-708-6890 to learn how non-invasive chiropractic care can help expedite your recovery to get you off the sidelines faster and back in the game.
