Getting Back to Spring Activities: A Chiropractor's Guide

As winter fades and temperatures rise, many of us can’t wait to get outside for gardening, biking, running, and other outdoor activities. But jumping back into these activities too quickly can lead to injuries and discomfort.

To avoid unnecessary strain and setbacks, it’s essential to take the proper steps before increasing your activity levels.

Proper Preparation Is The Key

Before diving into spring activities, Dr. Siler offers his recommendations:

• Ease back into activities gradually
• Include proper warm-up and cool-down routines
• Stretch before and after physical activity
• Get chiropractic adjustments to ensure proper body alignment

At our practice, we help prepare your body for increased activity levels. When your body functions at its best, you’re less likely to experience injuries during your favorite spring pastimes.

Prevent Common Injuries and Enjoy the Season More

Many spring activities involve movements your body hasn’t performed in months. Gardening requires significant bending and lifting while running and cycling engage muscle groups that may have been relatively inactive during winter.

Holistic Therapies to Support Recovery

If you do experience an injury despite taking precautions, chiropractic care can help you recover and get back to enjoying your activities.

“It’s the same process, just a little more work,” notes Dr. Siler. “We get the body moving again with the adjustments, get everything back where it’s supposed to be, and then work on a strengthening program to make sure it’s strong before they go back out.”