Basketball is one of the most common and fun sports for people to engage in and enjoy. However, because of the running and jumping involved in this sport, the sport can take a toll on the athletes that play it. The joints, spine, and muscles can all be affected. Those who train long and hard, or even those who just play the sport casually may begin to see wear and tear on their bodies, manifesting itself as discomfort, weakness, and pain. Chiropractic care can help with many of these issues, restoring speed and endurance, encouraging better performance, and helping the player have fun on the court again. To find out how chiropractic care and spinal adjustments can help basketball players, contact the Temecula CA practice of Dr. Nathen Horst.

Why Is Chiropractic Care for Basketball Players Beneficial?

Injuries are common among basketball players, as they are in athletes of other sports, and even a small injury can sideline a player, making it impossible not only to participate in games, but also to practice. Proper chiropractic care can help a player recover from an injury, and it can also help him or her from becoming injured in the first place. By ensuring that the skeletal system, muscles, joints, and other parts of the body are all functioning as they should, a chiropractor can make it much less likely that a player will encounter an issue. In the event that someone does become injured while playing basketball, chiropractic care can help lead the patient back to the road of recovery. Additionally, regular treatments will help keep the patient in better shape.

What Are Common Basketball Injuries That Can Be Treated with Chiropractic Care?

Some of the most common injuries that basketball players encounter include ankle sprains, MCL and ACL injuries, hamstring problems, wrist sprains, tendonitis, and shin splints. Chiropractic care can treat all of these issues and can even help the player to avoid developing them in the first place by strengthening the joints and muscles and improving flexibility in the body. If a player regularly experiences one of these problems or another joint or ligament-related injury, chiropractic care can be effective at treating it.

What Types of Chiropractic Care Will Help Basketball Players?

There are several types of chiropractic care that will help basketball players. The stop and go nature of basketball is indeed what makes the game exciting, but it is also extremely hard on the joints. This joint pain can be minimized with regular trips to the chiropractor. The chiropractor will adjust the joints carefully, and will also recommend stretching methods and techniques that will help protect the joints, extending the longevity of an athlete’s career in basketball. For people interested in continuing to play basketball, they will want to ask their chiropractor about regular and ongoing chiropractic care.

For more information about chiropractic care for basketball players, or to make an appointment with a chiropractor, contact Horst Chiropractic today. Any of our staff members can schedule an appointment, or answer any questions patients may have.