Chiropractic can help you play better 

Based on:  Unlocking Athletic Potential: The Integration of Chiropractic Care into the Sports Industry and Its Impact on the Performance and Health of Athletes and Economic Growth in China and Hong Kong [Open Access Review Article DOI: 10.7759/cureus. 37157]

• Chiropractic addresses biomechanical imbalances and optimises neuromuscular function.
• This leads to potential boosting of athletic performance which leads to inclreased competitiveness locally, nationally and internationally.
• Chiropractic's preventive and rehabilitative capabilities can contribute to reduction in injury rates, improved long term health and career longevity for athletes.

Chiropractic and football

According to FIFA there are approximately 300 million football players world wide. 

According to FIFA there are approximately 300 million football players world wide.

Dr. Sharon Wardle has completed the FIFA  Diploma in Football Medicine and recommends the following:

• Pre-season check-up

Why do I need a pre-season check-up ?

Every footballer regardless of age or grade can benefit from a pre-season chiropractic check-up. Common injuries such as hamstring strains can often be the result of pelvic misalignment - something a chiropractor can identify and manage. Issues of general health are also discussed at the check-up and if necessary, the player can be referred on for further medical investigations. Pre-season is the time to work on fitness  and healing without the pressure of upcoming games and intensive training sessions.

• Regular Check-ups Throughout the Season

This is strongly advised. Frequency of check-ups will of course vary from player to player but this is the only way to know if spinal structures are in alignment. Remember that spinal subluxations and pelvic misalignments have far-reaching consequences, especially when put through gruelling training sessions. No amount of stretching will overcome the neurologically induced muscle spasm that results from a spinal subluxation. It must be corrected by your chiropractor.

LINKS TO THE FIFA 11+ TRAINING MANUALS AND VIDEOS ARE PROVIDED ON THE RESOURCES FOR FOOTBALLERS PAGE:

Resources for Footballers

The pre-season check-up in detail

This applies to all sports

Sports Chiropractic helps you to prepare for the sporting season by:

• Correcting joint misalignments (subluxations) that interfere with your performance
• Reducing energy loss due to unnecessary muscle spasm
• Sports massage with treatment
• Treatment to minimize the risk of hamstring strain
• Postural advice for on and off the field
• Training tips for injury prevention
• Age-specific advice (young players have different requirements to older players)

FIFA 11+ TRAINING MANUALS AND RECENT RESEARCH WILL BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST

Sports Medicine Australia's Adult Pre-Exercise Screening System

Please answer the following questions:

1. Has your doctor ever told you that you have a heart condition or have you ever suffered a stroke?

2. Do you ever experience unexplained pains in your chest at rest or during physical activity/exercise?

3. Do you ever feel faint or have spells of dizziness during physical activity/exercise that causes you to lose balance?

4. Have you had an asthma attack requiring immediate medical attention at any time over the last 12 months?

5. If you have diabetes (type I or type II) have you had trouble controlling your blood glucose in the last 3 months?

6. Do you have any diagnosed muscle, bone or joint problems that you have been told could be made worse by participating in physical activity/exercise?

7. Do you have any other medical condition(s) that may make it dangerous for you to participate in physical activity/exercise?

If you answered NO to all of these questions you may proceed with light to moderate physical training, but if you answered YES to any of these questions please see a health professional for further screening.