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Go The Distance With Chiropractic

by | Jun 23, 2015 | Health Articles

Healthcare New Fairfield CTAs an athlete prepares for a big race, the excitement can begin with the pulling tight of the laces on the track shoes.  The heart pounds a little louder as a quietness falls over you and the mental vision of the race pushes your thoughts of  “I am READY!”

But are you really ready?  Have you prepared to the best of your ability?

Today, the greatest athletes have added the next level to their preparedness – a Chiropractic and Physical Coaching Team which may include Physical Therapists, Massage Therapists, and Physical Trainers.  This conglomeration of expertise prepares the body to maximize performance by keeping their body in the correct alignment for the most enjoyment and maximum benefit which has led them to be the new top 1%!

How Can I Increase My Performance Quotient?

In order to get the most out of the valuable time you spend exercising, we want to ensure that your musculoskeletal system is working effectively and efficiently. Bones, joints, and muscles need to be able to go through a full range of motion in order to exercise properly. Any limitation of mobility might cause an injury, which would not only be painful but would set back your normal exercise schedule.

A healthy spine and posture is so important and especially critical for athletes, or anyone who exercises regularly. Many people are unaware that they can have a difference of 2 to 10 pounds in their weight distribution.  Add the pressure of running, riding or any other sport and over time and major damage can occur.

Regular chiropractic care is designed to create balance in the body and helps you enjoy a full exercise program and reap all the benefits that exercise brings by helping make sure that your muscles, bones, and joints are working to their best ability.

A Perfect Example

The Ironman Triathlon is regarded as one of the toughest races a human can do. Needless to say, the athletes that compete in the Ironman Triathlon have to be in the best shape. Chiropractic care has helped many Ironman athletes in the race and has allowed their bodies to be pushed to the limit over and over again.

The Ironman Triathlon World Championship is held every year in Kona, and many of the athletes qualify for a slot by being among the top finishers in their age bracket at one of the worldwide competitions. This race has found incredible value and in Chiropractic and has ensured that Chiropractors are always on hand to treat injuries and remove obstacles that may prohibit an athlete from performing at their peak. A range of techniques are found to be used, including standard chiropractic adjustments and the Active Release Technique (ART).

Lisa Walker, a woman in her early 50s from Edmonds, WA, credits Florida chiropractor Dr. Dan with allowing her to compete in the World Championships. “I met Dr. Dan in the ART tent the week before the race.  He explained that without a healthy, efficient spine the body cannot work to its full capacity.  The spine is the body’s foundation and the position of the spinal bones will help dictate where the weight placement and the pressure on each of the other joints such as knees, hips, head rotation affected could be.  I had issues with both shoulders and my right foot. Dr. Dan fixed me up so well I went back two more times just to see him about the issue. I really appreciated what he did for me because it gave me back my confidence in both swimming and my run. This was my 4th time in Kona and I ended up with a 7th place AG finish, a personal record (PR) and a Boston marathon qualifying time by 11 minutes on the run.”

Chiropractic Works!

Chiropractic care is a vital part of the training for most Ironman athletes and without it they would be unable to compete.  Having a chiropractor is a huge benefit for any athlete or weekend warrior as they can experience optimum spinal health, which in turn will lead to peak performance, the quickest recovery time from injuries and an overall feeling of healthiness.

Ready to Race!

If you are partaking in a sport that includes running, where efficient coordination of movement is paramount, a chiropractic checkup should be vital to see if you are getting the most out of your efforts in both training and racing.  If you are in competitive running sports we further recommend a chiropractor who uses X-rays to accurately assess pelvic alignment and leg-length difference, which are extremely important to running at your peak potential and avoiding unnecessary injury.

So lace up!  Our team is ready to help you achieve your 1%!

Keep Your Knees Kicking Strong

by | May 19, 2015 | Health Articles

Knee Pain New Fairfield CT Prevention

Let's live healthier and more active longer.  That alone has become the motto of our generations who may have reached our embracing years of our thirties and older.  Our ability to want to play full out is fabulous as long as we maintain and take care our health and our bodies along the way.  One...

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Welcome to Arch Madness!

by | Mar 31, 2015 | Health Articles

Foot Pain New Fairfield CT Orthotics

Shoes glorious shoes!  Most women and a great deal of men love their shoes.  They are designed to be worn for about eight months or 500 miles but like most of us it really depends on what we do in those 500 miles.  Just as a great car we want them to look good but...

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Sleep Easy

by | Jan 8, 2015 | Health Articles

Sleep Wellness New Fairfield CT Back Pain

If you have trouble sleeping, rest assured you are not the only one. Perhaps “rest assured” is the wrong phrase … Anyway, surveys into this problem reveal that between 40 and 60% of us don’t sleep as well as we’d like to. It may be down to money worries, family concerns, issues at work, aches...

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Prevent Injuries this Winter Season

by | Dec 11, 2014 | Health Articles

Injury Prevention New Fairfield CT
Let the games begin!  The winter season of sports and activities has begun.  Whether you are a novice or a pro please take precautions to prevent injuries this winter.

Winter Fun Safely

Snow, ice, and cold weather are part of the seasonal fun but  can create a different set of problems besides slips and falls.  Those who like to indulge in winter sporting activities are also far more likely to receive injuries if they have not conditioned and prepared their bodies in advance.

Properly warming up your body is even more important before embarking on any exercise or sport in cold weather. The cold weather temperatures cause less blood to flow to the extremities in order to keep the core warmer.  The key to avoid muscle spasms, strains, and tears is to make sure the body is properly insulated and to warm the muscles up before exercising.  This applies to both indoor and outdoor sports activities.

Basic Guide to Warming Up for Winter Sports:

  • Skiing: Perform 10 to 15 squats, legs shoulder width apart, knees aligned over your feet. Lower your buttocks as you bend your knees out over your feet, then push up to standing again. Slowly does it.
  • Skating: Several lunges, adopting a moderately advanced step forward with one foot, letting your back knee lower towards the floor. Keep your shoulders positioned over your hips, and repeat with your other foot.
  • Tobogganing: Sitting or lying on your back, bring your knees to your chest for 30 seconds several times to guard against compression injuries caused by the shocks of bouncing down bumpy slopes.
  • Cooling down is also important during and after winter exercise and sport to restore and maintain flexibility.

Other Tips for a Less Fun Winter Activity

Whether you take part in other winter sports activities one activity that transcends to most of the population is shoveling.

So, when faced with shoveling snow this season follow these tips to avoid back pain and other sprains and strains:

  • Plan your shoveling so you don’t rush it; listening to weather forecasts will help, especially if you have to shovel before leaving for work.
  • Wear several layers of clothing to keep your muscles warm and therefore flexible.
  • Warm-up exercises can help prevent shoveling injuries, which particularly affect your shoulders, upper back, lower back, buttocks and legs.
  • Push the snow straight ahead of you and carry it to where you want to dump it. Throwing it somewhere left or right involves potentially damaging twisting motions.
  • Take some of the strain away from your back by bending your knees when shoveling and lifting the snow. Your leg and arm muscles are more able to cope with strain than your back.
  • Take regular breaks to rest your muscles, but don’t get too cold in between.
  • Any chest pain, excess fatigue or shortness of breath is a sign you should stop and possibly seek medical attention.

After finishing the job, although you’ll have no doubt had enough of the cold, applying an ice pack to any sore area will ease the pain. Keep it on there for 20 minutes before removing it for a couple of hours. Repeat twice a day for a couple of days.

We Can Help!

Any pain, strain or soreness that lingers beyond what you’d naturally expect may indicate that a visit to our practice may be in order.  Our expert team has been assembled to provide you with the care that will quickly get you back out enjoying this season’s activities!

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