Sports Injury

A sports injury can happen during a high-school football game, a weekend run, or a professional competition. Regardless of the level of play, the goal of treatment is to identify the structural cause of pain and restore function as quickly as possible. At Hastings Family Chiropractic in Hastings, NE, Troy Wilson, DC, and Amanda Kathman, DC, initiate care with a thorough diagnostic process. Our protocol includes a complete physical, neurological, orthopedic, and chiropractic exam. This detailed evaluation allows us to see how the injury affects your range of motion and nerve function, ensuring we treat the cause rather than just react to the symptoms.

Chiropractic Adjustments for the Spine and Extremities
Physical activity places repetitive stress on the joints, which can lead to misalignments that hinder performance. Dr. Wilson and Dr. Kathman perform precise adjustments to the spine and extremities to restore proper mechanical balance. While spinal alignment is vital for a healthy nervous system, many sports injuries involve the ankles, knees, wrists, or shoulders. By correcting these joint subluxations, we reduce the uneven wear and tear on the body, allowing athletes in Hastings, NE, to return to their sport with improved stability and power.

Advanced Soft Tissue Therapy and Recovery
Treating the skeletal system is only one part of recovering from a sports injury. The surrounding muscles, tendons, and ligaments often experience significant strain or tearing. Dr. Wilson and Dr. Kathman use various soft tissue therapies to accelerate the healing process. We may use electric stimulation to reduce muscle spasms and manage pain, or provide hot and cold pack applications to control inflammation. These modalities help relax the soft tissues, making the chiropractic adjustments more effective and sustainable during the recovery phase.

Restoring Mobility with Specialized Modalities
In our Hastings, NE, clinic, we also provide access to a roller bed, which helps gently stretch the spinal ligaments and improve circulation to the intervertebral discs. This passive motion is excellent for reducing stiffness after a long period of training or following an acute sports injury. Dr. Wilson and Dr. Kathman monitor your progress through every stage of the healing process, gradually increasing the intensity of care as your strength returns. This multifaceted approach ensures that the supporting structures of the body are resilient enough to handle the demands of physical activity.

Professional Sports Medicine Care in Hastings, NE
Hastings Family Chiropractic is proud to help local athletes achieve their health and performance goals. Whether you are dealing with a recent sprain or a chronic overuse issue, Troy Wilson, DC, and Amanda Kathman, DC, provide the clinical expertise for a safe return to play. We invite you to experience a professional environment focused on your long-term mobility and athletic success by scheduling a visit to our Hastings, NE, office. Call (402) 463-1955.