The Most Common Spring/Summer Injuries that Chiropractors and Physical Therapists Treat

Summertime means getting outside and being active. It's the ideal time for outdoor activities like jogging, hiking, golfing, biking, swimming, and much more. However, you are susceptible to injuries while participating in these activities. At West Loop Spine & Stability, we have provided residents of Chicago, IL with natural and effective chiropractic care and physical therapy for many years.

Injuries Treated 

Injuries should not slow you down, as chiropractors and physical therapists can help. At West Loop Spine & Stability, we pride ourselves on seeing our patients recover from those nagging injuries sooner than expected. Let's explore some of the common injuries we encounter and treat during summer.

• Back pain: Back pain is probably one of the main reasons most people visit chiropractors. We provide spinal manipulation, massage therapy, and other treatments to treat back pain.
• Knee injury: Hiking, cycling, and contact sports may result in knee injuries, including tendonitis, bursitis, and torn ACL. We can manipulate your knee to restore optimal health.
• Tennis elbow: Tennis elbow or golfer's elbow is a common injury treated during summertime. It occurs due to overuse of the tendons and muscles and when joints and bones are not stable.
• Plantar fasciitis: There are also running injuries for those who like to run during summer or walk. Plantar fasciitis is an injury at the bottom of your foot that causes inflammation and pain.
• Rotator cuff: Summer outdoor activities like sports, swimming, or gardening can lead to rotator cuff injuries in your shoulders.
• Whiplash: Whiplash is a common car accident injury. Most people like traveling during summer, increasing the chances of auto injuries.
• Strains and sprains: Outdoor activities like hiking may lead to slips and falls, resulting in strains, sprains, and other injuries.

Each injury requires special attention. Our chiropractor and/or physical therapist will identify the root cause of your injury and create a specialized treatment plan. Whatever plan they suggest, be assured it's non-invasive. Treatment plans include chiropractic adjustment, physical therapy, massage therapy, acupuncture, and more.

Sports Injury Treatment in Chicago, IL

Don't let that sports injury slow you down. Please schedule an appointment with West Loop Spine & Stability for precise diagnosis and treatment. We serve residents of the West Loop, Fulton Market, River West, West Town, Ukrainian Village, Wicker Park, Bucktown, River North, South Loop, Streeterville, Gold Coast, and the Greater Chicagoland area.