How Can Physiotherapy Help You Recover Fast From a Sports Injury?
Our spine holds us up and plays a vital role in all our day to day movements. It is made up of many small bones and cartilage and without proper care it is easy to injure your back while engaging in sports. If you think about it, the lower back takes the weight of the upper body and endures mechanical stress from all our daily and sporting activities, so it is no surprise that this area of our back is often the most painful. Strengthening and stretching the body helps to prevent injury – and that is the number 1 of our 5 tips on how to prevent sports related back injuries.
Warming Up and Stretching
Having a proper warm up session which includes stretches is an excellent way to increase the blood circulation and prepare the body for athletic performance. It can really improve the flexibility of ligaments and muscles and this is helpful in preventing injuries. Following these tips can help you to get the most out of your stretches:
– Stretch gently with slow movements and stop when you feel mild tension – Make sure that each part of your body gets equal amount of stretching time – Each stretch should be held for 10 to 30 seconds – without any bouncing movements – After your game, stretch again to relieve tight or sore muscles
Reducing Injury by Using Proper Protective Equipment
There is a risk of injury when playing any sport, but some sports pose more risk than others. Generally speaking, the more contact there is in a sport, the greater the risk of injury. Wearing protective equipment that is appropriate for the activity will reduce the risk of injury particularly to the spine. Supportive shoes that are well suited to your activity, are also a must. Here is a list of protective equipment that can help prevent injuries to various parts of the body:
– Helmet – Shoulder pads and neck rolls – Pads (shin, knee, chest, elbow, wrist) – Face Guard – Mouthpiece – Eyewear – Protective cup
Prevent Overuse
Repetition of the same movements puts athletes at risk of Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs) such as tendonitis, bursitis and tennis elbow (epicondylitis). These are disorders that occur when a movement is repeated and causes damage to the body. People love their sports and will want to keep on playing, so it is very important to avoid overusing any part of the body. Here are some tips to follow:
– Have rest periods in between games and practices
– Ensure that you use correct technique and form when engaging in your sport and take lessons if you need assistance with this
– Contact your physician if you have inflammation, feel muscle fatigue or pain, swelling, or nerve tissue compression
– Cross-training with different sports will reduce strain on the same muscle groups
Staying Hydrated
Excessive exercise in low humidity and high heat conditions when playing sports can result in heat injuries. These types of injuries which can be potentially serious can be easily avoided by following these common sense suggestions:
– Hydrate yourself well by drinking plenty of fluids before, throughout and after your sporting activity
– Wear light sport appropriate clothing that allows your sweat to evaporate
– Take breaks and allow for rest periods so your body can recuperate
– Avoid practicing and playing in periods of extreme humidity and heat.
Choose a Healthy Lifestyle
In addition to your sporting activities, find ways to enhance your overall well-being by adopting health lifestyle choices including the following:– A low fat, well-balanced diet with plenty of vegetables and fruits.
– Avoiding excessive consumption of alcohol and smoking
– See your physician annually to detect issues before problems become serious
– Consult with your physician if you have any medical conditions before starting a new physical or sports regimen
– Make sure to get sufficient rest so your body can fully recover from sporting activities
OTHER HELPFUL SOLUTIONS
The best way to “stay in the game” is to take preventative steps and reduce the risk of neck or back injuries. Spinal misalignment can affect players and increase risk of sports related injury. Working with a trained sports physiotherapist or chiropractor can help you with muscle flexibility, spinal alignment and strength building to prevent sports related back injuries.
North Star Medical Center offers quality care at one of the best sport clinics in Illinois focusing on sports injuries, physical injuries and injury prevention. Our certified physiotherapists offer the highest quality patient experience by ensuring safe, effective, and pain-free solutions for athletes, active adults and children that play sports. We also offer Holistic Chiropractic care and Physical Therapy, Pain control, Nutritional Response Testing, Holistic Medicine and more. Our methods help to keep your body in optimal condition for your sporting activities.
We serve the Lisle, Naperville, Downer’s Grove, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton, Bolingbrook and Woodbridge, IL areas and are committed to excellence striving to provide the best service. Please contact us at 1-630-795-1889 if you have any questions or are a new patient who would like to book your first appointment. If you are an existing patient, you can book you’re your appointment online on our website by clicking here: https://northstarmedicalcenter.com/.
Dr. Paul has earned both a Bachelors and a Masters of Art from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL in Spanish Business Translation, and Language and Literature, while fulfilling premedical coursework. In 2003 he graduated from the National University of Health Sciences, in Lombard, IL, with a Doctorate of Chiropractic (DC) degree. He also graduated with a master of science (MSN) in nursing with emphasis as Nurse Practitioner.
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Dr. Paul and staff continue to provide personal, thorough, informed, thoughtful and professional services, encompassing both where each patient is at the moment as well as a broader picture of each individual’s history and health goals.
I go when I need a tune up or my back gets achy and I can't stretch my way out of it. Dr Paul finds a way to help using a variety of methods that I don't always understand. He knows a lot of approaches to health and brings that all together to make me feel healthy. Part of his approach is making a personal connection to patients. He keeps up a running good natured conversation about my hobby the whole time he is working on fixing what I messed up by not taking care of myself well enough. I'm lucky folks don't know how good this guy is or I wouldn't be able to get an appointment.
Dr. Paul has made all the difference in the healing we have experienced! We are so grateful to him and all the staff.
Blessings to you all and your families!
The entire staff provides top notch care and service. If you are looking to improve your health this is the place to be. Dr. Paul has been a God send for me and my husband.This is a hidden gem that should not be missed!
I’m looking for alternative and natural healthcare. I can count on Dr. Paul and his staff to provide it. Common illnesses can be treated with chiropractic, acupuncture and homeopathic remedies that Dr. Paul prescribes. I’m grateful for having Northstar available to meet my natural healthcare needs.
If you’re looking for a chiropractor who goes above and beyond, Dr. Paul is your man. He gets to the root of your problem in a holistic and natural way. Doesn’t throw pills at you to test symptoms; he treats the cause. I always feel great leaving there and highly recommend this practice for all your chiropractic and medical (Dr. Paul is also a nurse practitioner!) needs.
I go when I need a tune up or my back gets achy and I can't stretch my way out of it. Dr Paul finds a way to help using a variety of methods that I don't always understand. He knows a lot of approaches to health and brings that all together to make me feel healthy. Part of his approach is making a personal connection to patients. He keeps up a running good natured conversation about my hobby the whole time he is working on fixing what I messed up by not taking care of myself well enough. I'm lucky folks don't know how good this guy is or I wouldn't be able to get an appointment.
Dr Paul is the man! I’d refer him to anyone that is interested in improving their overall health and wellness. Super knowledgeable, attentive, easy to talk to, and open minded. I look forward to every appointment on my calendar and hope to keep seeing him for many years to come!
I’m looking for alternative and natural healthcare. I can count on Dr. Paul and his staff to provide it. Common illnesses can be treated with chiropractic, acupuncture and natural remedies that Dr. Paul uses to treat his patients. I’m grateful for having Northstar available to meet my natural healthcare needs.
Great staff with awesome doctors specially doctor Paul is the best as a business owner I’m standing all day at work and I go in for lower back pain I always come out feeling better they definitely take care of me I highly recommended also they offer different resources for your health like vitamin shots, B12, detox and more check them out…..
If you’re looking for a chiropractor who goes above and beyond, Dr. Paul is your man. He gets to the root of your problem in a holistic and natural way. Doesn’t throw pills at you to test symptoms; he treats the cause. I always feel great leaving there and highly recommend this practice for all your chiropractic and medical (Dr. Paul is also a nurse practitioner!) needs.
Very impressed with this clinic. I've dealt with back pain for a long time and Dr. Paul is very helpful & patient. I'd recommend to anyone local who is having a hard time finding someone reliable.
Dr. Paul has made all the difference in the healing we have experienced! We are so grateful to him and all the staff.<br><br>Blessings to you all and your families!
I was very impressed with the services provided at NORTHSTAR. Dr Paul took time explaining his approach and treatment plan following my evaluation. Dr Paul and his staff are very attentive and thorough with getting started with services.
Dr. Paul and staff continue to provide personal, thorough, informed, thoughtful and professional services, encompassing both where each patient is at the moment as well as a broader picture of each individual’s history and health goals.
Excellent clinic. The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful. The doctor consistently takes the time to listen and thoroughly understand any concerns. He looks beyond the surface of the issue and strives to identify and address the underlying cause.
Dr. Paul is amazing! I had an extreme pain in my hip flexor and unable to walk. After a fifteen minute session, pain was gone and I was able move without pain. Just wonderful staff and service. Highly recommend this place for chiropractic care.
Dr Paul and the staff are always a pleasure to visit.<br>Doc works on deep level issues beyond what my skeletal system is showing in the moment. He has extremely intuitive skills<br><br>I very much enjoy each visit
Magic, hung the moon, the goods, miracle worker. These are all ways I describe Dr. Paul; if I could put him in my pocket, I would. As a patient of his for nearly a decade, I can honestly say that he has changed my life.<br><br>I initially went to him for back issues because I had shoveled heavy snow and caused a past accident injury to flare up. He not only fixed that, but also resolved my IBS, which was something I truly thought I had to live with forever more.<br>To have such a sound balance of Eastern and Western medicine at my fingertips is a gift.<br>He takes time to educate you, which is so empowering. His commitment to emotional and mental health shines through with his monthly Wellness Group that gives you even more of an opportunity to learn how to "self-serve" on some of the more Eastern techniques, if you are interested.<br>Dr. Paul's focus and tenacity to make sure that his patients walk out of his office and back into their lives with a body/system that is fully functioning and working harmoniously is something I love about him. He doesn't stop working on an issue until it is resolved.
Staff are all very patient and nice. Not much of waiting time and Dr. Paul is great at what he does. The energy of the place starts to heals you from the moment you enter the door.
I cannot say enough about Dr. Paul and the entire team at Northstar Integrated Health. From the moment I walked through the door, I felt heard, respected, and genuinely cared for. Dr. Paul takes the time to truly listen to patient concerns, thoroughly investigates the root causes through appropriate testing, and offers real, effective solutions—not just temporary fixes to mask symptoms.<br><br>His approach is refreshing and empowering. He treats the body as a whole and focuses on reversing the actual causes of health issues. His depth of knowledge and commitment to healing are extraordinary. After years of frustration and disappointment with traditional doctors, I finally feel like I’m on a path to real recovery.<br><br>The staff at Northstar are equally impressive—kind, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to make patients feel comfortable and supported. My experience here has truly restored my faith in the medical system. I highly recommend Northstar Integrated Health to anyone seeking not just answers, but real healing.
Northstar chiropractor es el mejor lugar para terapias de espalda,te ayudan para las alergias es un buen equipo de trabajo el doctor Paul habla español allí mismo te puden hacer estudios de sangre, también te pueden hacer radiografías etc y lo mejor me siento en familia !! Gracias
Dr Paul and his staff address my health needs and concerns on every visit. Since I am very active and aging, my body needs attention ongoing and I get excellent care. I can always count on Dr. Paul to address and resolve my health concerns. Highly recommended to others.
Paul Rieselman has been my doctor for over 20 years. Recently he cured a skin condition via his vast expertise and homeopathic skills. I never expected to get my skin treated at a chiropractic office. In my opinion, this just proves that it Northstar has a multifaceted and very effective approach to healthcare.
Dr Paul is a wonderful chiropractor and very kind, patient human being !supportive of whatever you ask or want ,he explains and sits with you !<br>Never rushes you through to get the job done ,even if it's a longer drive for me,it's totally worth it!!
As always, Dr Paul helped me out a great deal! I crawled into his office but was able to walk out pretty steady. His manners, approach and willingness to help are priceless!
Doctor very friendly. Took plenty of time with us. Nursing staff was exceptional. Terry Stewart was friendly and professional and able to explain to us all the services Northstar offers!
Northstar is great. Dr. Paul and the staff are very pleasant and address all of your concerns. There are various therapy and treatment options available for all types of pain or illnesses. I look forward to my visits.
