Injuries are an unfortunate part of any sport, and hockey is no exception. Some of the more commonly seen injuries in hockey are as follows: AC Joint injury/separation, rotator cuff tears, ACL sprain/tear, MCL sprain/tear, fractured collarbone, concussion, hip and thigh contusions, groin hernias, groin/muscular strains, wrist mechanical obstruction, hip mechanical obstructions, low back mechanical obstructions, shoulder dislocations, bruised/broken rib(s), etc.
Can Chiropractic Care Help With a Sports Injury?
The answer is YES! Ice hockey is a physically demanding sport that places immense load and force on the body. Whether you're playing at a professional, junior, college, even beer league level. You need to comprehend the importance of maintaining peak physical condition to excel on and off the ice in order to help prevent future injuries. Chiropractic Care more specifically a Sports Chiropractor can be a game-changer for hockey players, offering a range of benefits that enhance performance, prevent injuries, and accelerate the recovery process.
Improved Mobility and Flexibility: Hockey requires players to move swiftly, change direction, and maintain balance, all of which depend on proprioception and joint mobility. Chiropractors can assess and address joint restrictions, neuromuscular feedback, and alignment issues, helping hockey players achieve optimal range of motion. Enhanced mobility translates into improved agility and maneuverability on the ice.
Faster Recovery: Chiropractic care can play a vital role in the recovery process. Chiropractors help reduce healing time by a multitude of factors such as: restoring range of motion into a joint, enhancing cognitive function, promoting blood flow to injured areas via soft tissue work, to which aids in tissue repair. We can also offer guidance on mobility/stability exercises to plyometric sport oriented exercises to enhance your rehabilitation.
Pain Relief and Injury Prevention: The physicality of hockey can lead to various injuries (as listed before). Chiropractors are skilled at diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries. We use hands-on adjustments and other non-invasive techniques to alleviate pain and restore proper function. Regular chiropractic visits can also identify potential problem areas and address them before they escalate into more severe injuries.
Enhanced Performance: Maintaining optimal spinal alignment and joint function is crucial for peak athletic performance. When your body functions at its best, you can skate faster, shoot more accurately, and make quicker decisions on the ice. Chiropractors work to ensure your nervous system is operating efficiently, which can translate into improved reaction times and coordination.
Stress Reduction: The high-stress environment of competitive sports can take a toll on an athlete's mental and physical well-being. Chiropractic adjustments can help reduce stress by releasing tension in the body. Many athletes report feeling more focused and mentally prepared after a chiropractic session.
You are NEVER too old to be playing the sport you love! Movement is medicine. Most of these mechanical obstructions of your joints occur due to a sedentary lifestyle. Keep your joints moving and properly treated. (Pictured to the left is Minnesota native and the world’s oldest known hockey player according to the Guinness World Records, Mark Sertich).
In conclusion, Chiropractic care offers a holistic and drug-free approach to enhancing the performance and well-being of hockey players. By focusing on mobility, injury prevention, and overall physical health, Chiropractors can help you stay in top form and enjoy the game you love with reduced pain and enhanced capabilities on the ice. If you're a hockey player looking to take your game to the next level, consider adding chiropractic care to your training and recovery regimen.
Dr. Matt Mechalko of Pro Motion Chiropractic in Hamburg Township of Michigan is a prior college club hockey player and team Chiropractor for the Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL). Not only do we treat hockey players but Dr. Matt himself has went through the rehabilitation of 50% or more of the injuries listed in this blog article.
"With the help of my Sports Chiropractor with treatments consisting of Chiropractic Manipulations, McKenzie Technique Exercises, Mobility Exercises, Cognitive Function Exercises and Active Release Technique Soft Tissue Work, I am able to continue to play the sport that I love." - Dr. Matt.
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