Running injuries are types of sports injuries that can limit mobility and keep you out of the competition. Our chiropractor in Dallas, TX, can treat you right away using various natural therapies and techniques to relieve pain and other symptoms. With several sessions of non-invasive chiropractic therapy at APEX Wellness Center, you'll be back on your feet before you know it!
Types of Running Injuries
Our Dallas chiropractor have expertise in treating the following types of running injuries affecting the joint, muscle, ligament, or tendon:
- Ankle sprains
- Runners knee
- Shin splint
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Stress fracture
- Achilles tendonitis
- Muscle pulls (calf, groin, or hamstring)
- ITBS or Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Causes of Running Injuries
- Overuse
- Poor running form/biomechanics
- Poorly designed running shoes
- Failure to warm up
- Not stretching after running
- Weak joints or muscles
- Increase in distance or intensity
Chiropractic Treatment for Running Injuries
Acute or chronic running injuries should be treated immediately to optimize healing and prevent any reduced range of motion. Your chiropractic wellness plan may include these drug-free therapies to reduce pain, heal the injured soft tissue, joints, and bones, and improve flexibility:
Spinal adjustment: To realign the spinal structures, this helps to improve your running form and prevent sports injuries.
Active release technique (ART): To break up scar tissue in the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia causing pain, ART reduces inflammation, improves circulation, and restores tissue functions.
Graston technique: Specialized tools are used to mobilize the soft tissue and release muscle restriction to speed up healing.
Kinesio taping: A special stretchy tape is placed over the injured site to release the pressure on the soft tissue. It helps activate the body's natural pain relievers to reduce the pain and heal the tissues.
Treat Your Running and Sports Injuries with Chiropractic Care in Dallas, TX
Getting prompt treatment at APEX Wellness Center is necessary to prevent chronic pain and permanent damage due to these types of running injuries. Whether you run as part of your exercise regimen or you're a professional athlete, you can continue getting chiropractic care to strengthen soft tissue and prevent future injuries. Contact our Dallas, TX, office today at 972-392-9402 to book an appointment.