Sports Injury and Performance

If you have a sports injury or simply want to improve athletic performance, see the specialists at Iowa Chiropractic Clinic & Sports Injuries in Altoona, Ankeny, and Grimes, Iowa. Aaron Martin, DC, and his highly trained team offer holistic sports injury and performance solutions to improve healing, reduce pain, and enhance your athletic ability. Call the office nearest you to get started, or use the online scheduler today.

What is sports injury and performance?

Sports injury and performance at Iowa Chiropractic Clinic & Sports Injuries uses various methods to help your body heal from a sports injury, allowing you to get out on the court, field, or rink as quickly as possible. The skilled team uses cutting-edge, natural treatments to speed up recovery without invasive procedures or downtime.

What are the benefits of sports injury and performance?

The benefits of choosing sports injury and performance solutions at Iowa Chiropractic Clinic & Sports Injuries include:

• Reduced pain
• Less inflammation
• Faster healing 
• Restored musculoskeletal functioning
• Improvements in quality of life
• Increased range of motion
• Better athletic performance
• Improved strength and endurance

Holistic treatments restore tissue damage and enhance recovery without surgery or harsh medicines. 

Which sports injury and performance treatments are best for me?

To determine which sports injury and performance solutions best match your needs, the Iowa Chiropractic Clinic & Sports Injuries team discusses your medical history, lifestyle, symptoms, and more. 

During a physical exam, they evaluate painful or injured areas of your body and often order blood tests, digital X-rays, or other imaging procedures.

You might be a candidate for sports injury and performance treatments if you struggle with the following:

• Joint pain
• Knee, shoulder, hip, or other joint injuries
• Back pain
• Neck pain
• Plantar fasciitis
• Fractures
• Strains
• Sprains
• Swelling
• Stiffness
• Weakness
• Tendinitis 

The Iowa Chiropractic Clinic & Sports Injuries team then tailors a treatment plan best suited for your diagnosis and lifestyle. 

What should I expect during sports injury and performance treatment?

Your sports injury and performance treatment plan may include one or more of the following:

• Ice or heat packs
• Bracing
• Specialized footwear
• Nutritional supplements
• Acupuncture
• Spinal decompression therapy
• Chiropractic adjustments
• MLS laser therapy
• Power Plate technology
• Electrical muscle stimulation
• Ultrasound
• HeartMath technology
• Trigger point therapy
• Physiotherapy

You might undergo more than one type of treatment and multiple treatment sessions to ensure exceptional healing and long-lasting pain relief.

It’s also important to complete stretching and healing exercises at home as directed by your provider, eat nutritious foods, and avoid strenuous activities until given the okay. Don’t hesitate to call the office at any time with questions.

The Iowa Chiropractic Clinic & Sports Injuries team follows up with you as needed and refers you to a specialist if you have a severe sports-related injury requiring surgery. 

Call the Iowa Chiropractic Clinic & Sports Injuries office nearest you to take advantage of sports injury and performance solutions, or use the online booking feature today.