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Running is considered to be one of the most popular forms of
physical activity. This activity is not limited by location and because of its
many benefits, such as building the muscles of the lower body and the burning
of calories, its no wonder running is a preferred choice of exercise among many
individuals. However, the constant and repetitive overuse of the feet against
hard surfaces can frequently result in damage or injury to the hips, knees, and
ankles.
Running injuries can occur unexpectedly over a variety of
reasons and situations. Once you’ve suffered an injury as a result of running,
time and patience will be a key element towards recovery and it’s important to
give your body the proper time to heal. Using over-the-counter medication for
the symptoms of pain and cold therapy to reduce the inflammation around the
injury, are all temporary ways to relieve an individual’s injury or condition.
But, ultimately, chiropractic care can be a great treatment option for runners.
Chiropractic treatment focuses on musculoskeletal injuries, or soft tissue
injuries, which can help heal many types of injuries, symptoms and conditions
as well. Runners can greatly benefit from chiropractic care.
Many individuals believe that chiropractors only treat neck
and back injuries but the entire human body can benefit from chiropractic
adjustments and manual manipulations. The American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
indicated that knee pain is the most commonly diagnosed running injury. A chiropractor
will gradually work with an individual’s injured knee according to their
specific type of injury or condition by using specific chiropractic adjustment
and manipulation techniques on areas of limited mobility of the surrounding
joints of the knee, in order to increase movement, improve function, and reduce
pain. Running injuries can cause pain, discomfort, and other symptoms, which
can greatly alter an individual’s lifestyle. Chiropractic can help reduce an
individual’s level of pain and shorten the amount of time they experience the
pain and symptoms. Chiropractic care helps manage an individual’s symptoms naturally
without needing the use of medications.
Occasionally, chiropractic care may follow with a set of
personalized exercises to improve an individual’s strength, endurance, and
stability, as well as to prevent future injuries. Running injuries most
commonly occur due to overuse and/or an improper running form or gait. By
maintaining the body’s correct alignment and its proper function, a
chiropractor can help restore a runner’s health and allow them to return to
their sport or physical activity. Sprains, strains, and other forms of trauma
to the joints of the body can also be treated by a chiropractor.
Chiropractic treatment also promotes faster healing for injuries
because it allows the body to heal itself. Chiropractic adjustments and manual
manipulations work to increase the blood flow around the area of the injury as
well as improve an individual’s restricted mobility resulting from the injury. Chiropractors
may also use adjustments and manipulations on other areas of the body to
stimulate healing of the affected region.
Running is a great form of exercise that many people can
enjoy without injury if the proper precautions are taken. From using proper
footwear, stretching and warming up, to avoiding overexertion, it’s important
to follow these steps to minimize injuries. However, if an injury does occur, chiropractic
treatment may be a great treatment option for many individuals to decrease the
symptoms, improve healing time, and maintain the body’s overall health.
By Dr. Alex Jimenez
