Category: Athletics
Prep for the Greens and Prevent Golf Injuries
As the warmer months kick into gear, people all over the country are heading out to the golf course for a round with friends as a summer activity. While the game of golf looks relaxing, the sport places stress on the body, opening the potential for low back pain and other injuries. Golfers often contort […]
Exercise Can “Add Life to Your Years”
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends we get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week. But exercise isn’t just about developing strong muscles and bones or even enhancing our cardiovascular health. As one doctor of chiropractic explains, it’s about so much more. Importance of Physical Activity with Age “You don’t just […]
Chiropractor to Support Team USA at Paralympics in Paris
Jordan Knowlton-Key, DC, is one of several doctors of chiropractic providing care at the Paris Olympics and Paralympics this month with Team USA, part of an elite healthcare team that helps athletes compete on one of the biggest stages in the sports world. Dr. Knowlton-Key is one of four chiropractors employed by the U.S. Olympic […]
Pickleball: How to Prevent Injuries and Play Safely
By Christina DeBusk Almost one in five adult Americans—roughly 48.3 million in total—have played pickleball in the last year according to the Association of Pickleball Professionals (APP). This represents a 35% increase over the year before. While pickleball is a fun sport and a good way to get physical activity, research also indicates that pickleball […]
Improving Foot Health: Athletic Shoes, Orthotics, and More
By Christina DeBusk Research indicates that “footwear is the oldest known fashion accessory in use,” with evidence suggesting that people were wearing something on their feet by the Stone Age. Since that time, we’ve seen numerous advances in footwear, providing benefits to athletes and non-athletes alike. Though opinions may differ on how exactly these advances […]