06/27/2023
Got foot or ankle issues? 🦶
A sports chiropractor is trained to evaluate and treat musculoskeletal conditions, including those affecting the feet and ankles. Here are some of the ways in which sports chiropractic can help:
▪️Assessment and Diagnosis: A sports chiropractor will assess your condition, taking into account your medical history and symptoms. They will perform a comprehensive evaluation to determine the underlying cause of your foot or ankle pain.
▪️Pain Relief: Sports chiropractors can provide various pain-relieving techniques such as joint manipulation, mobilization, soft tissue therapy and modalities like electric stimulation. These methods can help reduce pain and promote healing processes.
▪️Strengthening and Stability: Weakness or instability in the muscles surrounding the foot and ankle can contribute to pain and susceptibility to injuries. A sports chiropractor trained in corrective exercise can prescribe targeted exercises to strengthen the muscles, improve stability, and enhance overall function.
▪️Range of Motion and Flexibility: Limited range of motion and flexibility can either be a cause or result of foot or ankle pain. Sports chiropractors can employ stretching exercises, joint mobilization, and other techniques to increase joint mobility and restore flexibility.
▪️Education and Prevention: Sports chiropractors may provide guidance on activities to avoid or modify during the healing process, help guide you back to normal movement and exercise, as well as offer strategies to reduce the likelihood of future injuries.
💥Dr. Alexis is a sports chiropractor who is also trained in corrective exercise and is well-versed in exercise and rehabilitation principles. She’s worked with plenty of conditions ranging from plantar fasciitis to ankle sprains to Achilles tendinopathies. She also recently worked with the podiatry team at the 2023 Northern California Special Olympic Summer Games.
If you have foot or ankle pain, shoot us a DM to get started on your road to recovery and 💪🦶
