Whether you are a seasoned athlete or slowly getting more active, injuries and muscle strains are inevitable. If and when you suffer from a sports-related injury, it is important you are ready with a handful of natural remedies to get you back on track. Here are 6 natural therapeutics you can use to heal your sports injuries.
Note: please see your primary care doctor if sports injuries are serious or recurring. This could be an indication of something much more serious.
Vitamin Supplements
When you are very active and put stress on your body, there is a good chance your body needs extra vitamins to heal. In addition, if your diet is not well-balanced, your body could be lacking an essential vitamin to prevent and treat a sports injury. Some of the best vitamins to supplement with whenever you have an injury include vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin A, and B vitamins. All of these have antioxidant and wound-healing properties that can help with sports injuries. Click here for more information.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a practice that has shown numerous health benefits, especially in helping treat sports-related injuries and strains. Acupuncture works directly to free the flow of energy (or Qi) through these areas of stagnation to assist healing and speed recovery. Acupuncture will relieve the pain and swelling, bring vital nutrients to the afflicted area and carry dead cells away from the site. Click here for more information.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is not only great for relaxation, but this therapy has a handful of benefits for sports injuries. Licensed massage therapists apply various massage techniques to help treat injuries, reduce pain, and even reduce the chance of further injury. Even better, a massage therapist can show you some massages you can do yourself. Click here for more information.
Epsom Salt Baths
Epsom salt is a natural compound commonly used to reduce swelling, fight inflammation, and ease muscle soreness. Between the warm water and the Epsom salt, an Epsom salt bath is a perfect treatment for sore muscles and minor sports injuries.
Electronic Muscle Stimulation
Electronic muscle stimulation is a physical therapy treatment that uses electrical impulses to make the muscle repeatedly contract and relax. These muscle contractions strengthen and repair the muscle and the pulses block the transmission of pain signals from reaching the brain. This therapy primarily focuses on soft tissue injuries and repair. Click here for more information and what you can expect during a session.
Chiropractic Care
An estimated 90% of all world-class athletes routinely use chiropractic care to prevent injuries and boost performance, and for good reason. Chiropractic care treats some of the most common sports injuries, including strains, shin splints, shoulder tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, and knee injuries. Even better, chiropractic care reduces your recovery time. Click here for more information.
If you or a loved one are interested in Acupuncture, Massage Therapy, Electronic Muscle Stimulation, or Chiropractic Care for a sports-related injury, Arapahoe Chiropractic & Acupuncture Center is here to help. We are located in Centennial and our patients are located throughout the Denver Metro Area. Please call us or contact us online today!
BY: Dr. Friedman
Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy
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