No matter what sport you play, there is always a risk of injury. Even injuries that may seem minor at first can lead to serious and life-limiting health issues if not properly treated. If you’re involved in any sport, it’s important to take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and avoid sports injuries. Below, find three ways to prevent them.  

3 Ways to Avoid Sports Injuries

1. Utilize Proper Technique

In any sport, there are right and wrong techniques. From how you hold and carry your body to the ways you move and interact with others, there is a proper approach to everything. Know these techniques, and get in the habit of reinforcing them throughout the season. After a while, they will become second nature, and you will be safeguarding yourself and your fellow players from the risk of serious sports injuries.

2. Take a Day Off

Athletes are known for their dedication to their sport, and this is certainly an admirable thing. But too much dedication also has a downside; namely, increasing the odds of suffering an injury. Practicing or training every day of the week can be harmful because your body needs rest and recovery time. Take at least one full day off during the week. Your body will thank you.

3. Increase Strength & Flexibility

In most sports, our bodies are our tools. And those tools need to be in peak physical form so they can operate most effectively when in play. Make sure you are consistently working on building and maintaining your strength and flexibility when you are off the field. Weight training, conditioning and stretching exercises should be a part of any athlete's regimen.

If you have a sports injury, let the chiropractors at Randy R. Collins, D.C. in Honolulu, HI, get you back in top shape. Dr. Collins and his team have been offering chiropractor and physical therapy services since 1983. To schedule an appointment, call (808) 839-7474 or visit their website. To learn more information, connect with them on Facebook.