ACTIVE REHAB FOR CONCUSSION AND POST-CONCUSSIVE SYNDROME
There are many ways we can start to enhance our ability to recover from a concussion. You should build a team of healthcare practitioners that you can leverage to provide these therapies to get you back to what you love. If you are having trouble finding those who can best support you, please reach out to us at Action Potential and we can connect you to the right people.
THE BRAIN ON CHIROPRACTIC
Chiropractors can tout some crazy claims about the ability of an adjustment to heal people, but what does the evidence say about adjustments and brain function? Let’s find out!
THE POTENTIAL OF HABITS
Health, or the lack thereof, is ultimately a result of the habits we have. These habits can either help us or hurt us so let’s discuss how to construct proper health habits and how to follow through on them.
CONCUSSIONS HIDING IN THE CFL/NFL
Today we are going to go over “Why Professional Football Players Choose Not to Reveal Their Concussion Symptoms During a Practice or Game” written by Jeffery Scott Delaney, an associate professor and research director at the Department of Emergency Medicine at McGill University Health Centre, along with his colleagues.
POST-CONCUSSION SELF-CARE STRATEGIES
Today we are going to go over “Active Rehabilitation of Concussion and Post-Concussion Syndrome” written by John Leddy, MD at the University of Buffalo along with their colleagues.
LOW BACK PAIN REDUCES BODY AWARENESS
Today we are going to go over “Differences in brain processing of proprioception related to postural control in patients with recurrent non-specific low back pain and healthy controls” written by Nina Goossens, who is part of the department of rehabilitation sciences at KU Leuven University in Leuven, Belgium along with her colleagues.
HOW TO TREAT AND PREVENT CROSSFIT INJURIES
CrossFit is more than just exercise; it is training designed to test the mind and push the body beyond certain limits. The endurance-testing training includes high-intensity workouts that can change the body and mind.
7 WAYS ATHLETES CAN PREVENT INJURY
Whether you play sports for fun or competition, injuries are not a welcome occurrence. They are painful and uncomfortable. They will cost you time off the pitch or track. In some cases, injuries will cost you money. Most injuries happen during training and are avoidable. Therefore, athletes should learn to care for their bodies to avoid injuries.
HOW CHIROPRACTIC CARE CAN HELP ATHLETES RECOVER FROM INJURY
Injuries can be painful and require a long time to heal. During this time, you may miss games and practice. It may mean needing more time to catch up with your teammates. However, chiropractic care will help you recover fast from your injuries. You can get back to the sport you love without losing much time. How does chiropractic care do this?
SPORTS INJURY REHAB: DO’S AND DON’TS
It is important to know when to rest and when to build up aspects of your fitness when recovering from a sports injury. Your injury must fully recover before you can resume your physical activities.
HOW A SPORTS CHIROPRACTOR CAN IMPROVE YOUR PERFORMANCE
Pain and tightness can prevent you from moving as you should during a game. The discomfort may come from an untreated injury. That is why the American Chiropractic Association recommends regular sessions with a sports chiropractor. Doing so can improve your performance as an athlete. Here are the details about how seeing a sports chiropractor can enhance your performance.
THE IMPORTANCE OF ROUTINE STRETCHING FOR PREVENTING SPORTS INJURIES
People often talk about how important stretching is. But many don’t do it because they don’t know how to perform it right, are too lazy, or don’t believe it can help them. However, studies done by Harvard Medical School have shown that stretching regularly can make a big difference in a person’s mobility and flexibility. It can improve your agility and responsiveness when engaging in physical activities.
WHAT ATHLETES CAN EXPECT DURING CONCUSSION REHAB
If you’ve had a concussion, you might need concussion rehab to get better. Your doctor will conduct a comprehensive examination as part of your concussion therapy. This exam will look at all the causes and effects of your concussion. It will also examine any physical or emotional symptoms you may have. Your healthcare provider will make a personalized treatment plan based on the assessment. The goal is to help you get better as quickly and safely as possible.
5 Reasons for Getting Chiropractic Treatment After A Concussion
Accidents happen, leaving us to do nothing but deal with the injuries that follow. One of the common injuries that people often sustain from accidents is a concussion.
COMMON SPORTS INJURIES TREATED BY SPORTS CHIROPRACTORS
Sports chiropractic is a branch of the chiropractic field that specifically focuses on the care of athletes and individuals who lead an active lifestyle. This discipline combines general chiropractic techniques with specialized methods tailored to the unique needs of athletes. The goal of sports injury chiropractic is not only to treat existing injuries but also to enhance performance and prevent future injuries.
MAXIMIZING ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE WITH A CHIROPRACTOR
Chiropractic care is a versatile form of medicine that can help anyone dealing with musculoskeletal issues. While it is more known for treating people with back pain, it is also effective in helping athletes. In sports and high-performance athletics, it is helpful for both injury treatment and performance. It is so popular that many top athletes now include personal chiropractors in their teams.
WHAT MAKES AN ATHLETE INJURY-PRONE?
In a physically demanding sport, injuries are a natural occurrence. There will always be certain injuries that are almost impossible to prevent, such as tearing an ACL. However, some athletes are more likely to get non-contact injuries than others. Several things contribute to this.