Spring weather in the Carolinas means it’s time to get outdoors and active! For families in Waxhaw, Pineville, and the Greater Charlotte area, this time of year also signals the start of kids’ sports seasons, outdoor family games, and neighborhood pick-up matches.
At Carolinas Chiropractic and Spinal Rehab, we’re big believers in movement as medicine, and we want you to enjoy every minute outdoors. But with more outdoor activity this time of year, sports injuries often come along for the ride.
To help you stay in the game this spring and summer, here are some common sports injuries to be aware of, along with how our chiropractic physicians get you back in the game.
Sprains and Strains
Sprains and strains are among the most frequent sports injuries we see. Whether it’s a twisted ankle from soccer or an overstretched calf from a sprint, sprains and strains can be painful and disruptive.
What’s the Difference?
● A sprain happens when ligaments (the connective tissue around joints) stretch or tear.
● A strain involves damage to muscles or tendons, often from overuse or sudden force.
How We Treat Sports Sprains and Strains
Rest and cold therapy can start the healing process, but we take it up a notch with class IV laser therapy. This safe, non-invasive treatment boosts blood flow to damaged muscles, ligaments, and tendons, delivering oxygen, nutrients, and healing power right where you need it. The result? Faster recovery so you can get back to doing what you love.
Back and Neck Pain
Back and neck pain are common complaints for both kids and adults who play spring and summer sports. Twisting to swing a baseball bat, taking a tumble in soccer, or absorbing a hard tackle in football can leave your spine stiff and sore.
How We Treat Back and Neck Sports Injuries
At Carolinas Chiropractic, we personalize your care with a thorough evaluation to pinpoint the issue. Chiropractic adjustments can loosen stiff joints, while class IV laser therapy works as a non-surgical boost to speed healing in surrounding soft tissues. For tougher cases, we may use axial or lumbar decompression therapy to ease pressure on vertebrae and nerves, delivering lasting relief from sports-related pain.
Wrist and Elbow Injuries
Wrist and elbow injuries can throw a wrench in your fun, especially when it comes to sports in the Carolinas. Dribbling a basketball, swinging a golf club too hard, or whipping a tennis serve can lead to nagging pain, stiffness, or reduced flexibility.
How We Treat Wrist and Elbow Sports Injuries
We harness the healing power of class IV laser therapy to tackle these injuries head-on. By reducing inflammation and speeding through the body’s natural repair process, this treatment cuts down pain and boosts range of motion. Paired with targeted chiropractic adjustments, it helps you grip, swing, and throw again with confidence.
How Class IV Laser Therapy Works
Think lasers are just for sci-fi or surgery? Think again!
Class IV laser therapy uses concentrated light energy to penetrate beneath your skin, reaching the tissues that need help most. It’s painless, and you might only feel a gentle warmth. As the technology works, it energizes your cells to accelerate healing by reducing inflammation fast.
We’ve seen thousands of success stories in Charlotte using class IV laser therapy for sports injuries, offering a safe, drug-free way to get you moving again without downtime.
Stay Active, Stay Pain-Free – Schedule Your Visit With Carolinas Chiropractic and Spinal Rehab
Don’t let a sports injury keep you on the bench this spring and summer. Schedule your visit with Carolinas Chiropractic and Spinal Rehab in Waxhaw or Pineville today. Call us at (704) 243-1010, or book an appointment online right now!
