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Youth Training With Chiropractic Care

By Donna Stark

If you follow any type of competitive sport or have a personal connection to one, you probably know the amount of rigorous training and physical strain that is placed upon the athletes. Hours and hours of strength and aerobic training, session after session of skill building ... the things that athletes endure just in order to play a game or compete against another individual can be mind-boggling sometimes, especially when it involves our children. It's amazing to me to see the intensity that children have these days when it comes to their chosen sport, and it's so important that as adults, we make sure they are training safely.

Problems With Training

The growth and development stage doesn't pause for sports which is why it is critical to make sure that your children are training safely. Obviously, you can do this with the help of coaches and trainers, but did you know that your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic can help with that as well? Take a look at some of the areas that should definitely be focused on to avoid the risk of injury.

  • Poor form - Obviously, different sports have different techniques and skill sets, which is why it is very important that your child is using the correct form for the chosen sport they are in at the time.  Paying careful attention to their form while training and competing, not only improves their performance but also reduces the risk of injury.
  • Improper use of equipment - If protective equipment is needed, make sure that it fits your child correctly and that it is properly worn. Considerations to think of are the fit, weight, and durability of the specific equipment your child uses. And don't forget to check it before they compete!
  • Misalignments - A restricted, or "misaligned," spine can easily add extra stress and strain to your child's joints and muscles, but by placing your child's spine in proper alignment and removing any joint restrictions, your local chiropractor can help reduce that risk of injury.
  • Restricted mobility - For any number of reasons, your child's ability to move freely could be compromised by joint restrictions which can increase the risk of injury. On top of that, and depending on the chosen sport, having a greater range of motion may be critical to performance. Regular chiropractic care can improve your child's range of motion and flexibility which in turn, can increase their overall mobility.

Staying in the Game

It's important to recognize that physical impact and falls aren't the only things that can put your child at risk for injury. There are so many pieces to the puzzle of injury-free play, but with proper training, careful attention, and routine chiropractic care, that risk can be significantly reduced. And with more than 450 locations nationwide and no appointment required, bringing your child in to see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic (and keeping those injuries at bay) is easier than you think! Give it a try!

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Alpharetta, Ga.

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