Football season looks very different this year and as much fun as it is to watch once again, it is a very serious sport. From professional players to touch football games to enjoying from the sidelines, chiropractic care can benefit football players and fans alike. Here’s what you need to know.
Chiropractic Care Helps Joints Function at Their Best
Joints are the physical connection where two bones meet. They have a piece of cartilage or fibrous materials in the middle and are full of fluid that allows for smooth movement and provides nutrition. When joints function at their best, players can perform better and spectators can watch with comfort.
Chiropractic Care Improves Mobility
Your body has many different joints that allow for different movements. For example, the primary motion of the hip joint is flexion/extension, which is important while running down the field or for those seated and standing in the bleachers. The hip joint also rotates both externally and internally. For football players, that rotation is used when twisting, turning, pivoting, and crouching. For fans jumping up and down in excitement over a great play, that rotation is also necessary. With regular chiropractic care and stretches, your body will be able to both play and celebrate plays with full range of motion.
Chiropractic Care Keeps Joints Lubricated
Your joints are full of fluid and every single cell in your body is made up of – and therefore requires – water. Both athletes and fans should consume plenty of water, especially in warmer temperatures. For spectators, try to drink about half your body weight in ounces per day. Athletes require even more as they use a lot of energy during practice and at game time. When adequate hydration, function improves down to a cellular level and joints are properly lubricated, so the body can move properly. Along with proper hydration comes proper movement, which helps keep joints loose. Regular adjustments at your local Voorhees, NJ chiropractor can help your joints maintain lubrication.
Benefit Your Body with Chiropractic
Whether you’re a football player or football fan, chiropractic care can make the game more enjoyable. Regular adjustments improve a player’s ability to perform at their peak, increase joint function, speed up recovery time, and help manage pain. For fans spending a lot of time standing or sitting, chiropractic can improve comfort.
At Bird Chiropractic, our team can help you enjoy a happy and healthy football season. Click here to request an appointment today!
