Running is a popular exercise because it’s effective and you can do it anywhere. As a runner, you know it’s a fantastically engaging cardiovascular exercise because it benefits most of your body’s main and stabilizer muscles. It also burns more calories than cardio equipment such as ellipticals and bikes. Whether you’re a casual daily jogger or you compete in marathons, chiropractic adjustments can boost your performance and keep you comfortable while you jog.

The Benefits of Chiropractic Adjustments

How It Benefits Runners

Though running is an effective exercise, it can also be hard on the body. The pounding of the feet on the pavement hour after hour puts a significant strain on the musculoskeletal system. This is why pain and injuries are common for runners in the knees, ankles, and hips. It worsens when your body is out of alignment, or your muscles are unbalanced.

Chiropractic adjustments provide a range of benefits for the runner. Adjustments align the musculoskeletal system, so the muscles work properly, and no single joint is suffering most of the pressure. It relaxes the muscles, releasing the tension that builds up in them and boosts their strength. Many patients experience immediate pain relief after their appointment, and by treating the cause behind the pain (misalignment), an adjustment will provide long-term relief too.

What Treatment Includes

Common alignments will target the spine since this is where misalignment occurs. When the spine is properly aligned, the rest of the skeletal structure will follow suit. Because the spine is at the center of the nervous system, adjusting this can affect feeling and performance throughout the rest of the body. However, a chiropractor can also target specific areas. For example, they may adjust a problem knee or hip.

Whether you’re recovering from a sprain or want to prevent injury as you train, chiropractic adjustments at Get Well Family Chiropractic will help. This team provides holistic care for runners and athletes in Florissant, MO. Their chiropractors will create a personalized care plan for your needs and training regimen. Contact them online, or at (314) 524-2580 to schedule your appointment.