If you are an active person, having a sports chiropractor is a good idea. When you feel pain after running or playing golf, it's great to know you have someone you can turn to. Dr. Andrew Cherry of the Broward Neuropathy & Wellness Center in Hollywood, FL, offers therapies and treatments that you need to get back to your sport as quickly as possible.
Chiropractic adjustments
When visiting a sports chiropractor, the most common treatment will be chiropractic adjustments. While we often adjust the spine, any joint in the body that has been injured can usually benefit from an adjustment. When the spine is out of alignment, messages can not travel from the brain to all the areas of the body where they are needed. The muscles and joints also get fatigued faster because they don’t balance each other as well. For many athletes, the elbow, shoulder, or knee needs to be realigned to enhance recovery and performance.
Vibration massage
Vibration massage can be very effective for treating stiff and sore muscles. It improves the blood flow to the affected area and speeds up recovery time.
Laser therapy
Laser therapy uses light to reach beneath the skin and stimulate the cells. This results in increased blood flow to the area, reducing inflammation. Laser therapy accelerates healing and reduces pain by stimulating the release of ATP and endorphins, nature's pain relievers.
Spinal decompression
When you have back pain related to herniated discs, your sports chiropractor is the one to see. After an examination, if it is determined that a disc is the issue, spinal decompression can be helpful. It uses a segmented table and a computer program to gently increase the space between the vertebrae and allow the disc to be pulled back into its proper location. It takes more than one treatment to increase the space, but it can be an option other than surgery to correct the problem of a bulging or herniated disc.
Therapeutic exercise
Therapeutic exercise includes stretches and strengthening exercises that are essential to maintaining the health of your back and the rest of your body. The program will be personalized to your injuries and allow you to maintain the mobility and balance you have achieved through your treatment.
If you live in or near Hollywood, Cooper City, Pembroke Pines, Davie, Plantation, Miramar, and Southwest Ranches, FL, you can count on Dr. Cherry at the Broward Neuropathy & Wellness Center to be your sports chiropractor. Call (754) 227-9640 or email us through our website to make an appointment today.
