Does your occupation involve lifting heavy things? Or perhaps you lift weights to keep your physicality in shape? Whatever the reason, you need to be aware of potential injuries you can suffer when lifting heavy objects. If you are suffering from a lifting injury, our team at Campion Chiropractic, serving Bryan, College Station, and its environs, can help. We will diagnose the root cause of your pain and create a treatment plan that’s right for you.
Common Lifting Injuries
Lifting injuries occur when undue pressure is placed on the body. Unfortunately, as your body tries to compensate, you put excessive stress on certain body parts, leading to pain. Common lifting injuries we see at our clinic include:
- Disc herniation: Poor lifting mechanics may dislocate a spinal disc, placing excessive on the surrounding nerves. Tingling, pain, and numbness in the back are common signs of herniated discs.
- Back pain: Besides disc herniation, there are several types of lower back pain you can develop due to lifting. Sciatica, sprains, strains, and spinal fractures are some injuries you can sustain when lifting heavy objects.
- Shoulder injuries: Your shoulder is a complex structure that can easily sustain injuries when lifting weights. Torn rotator cuff injuries are common in the shoulder. Also, dislocation can happen when the weight is too much. A SLAP tear is also common in the shoulder due to excessive muscle use.
These are just a few of the many injuries that can occur from weight lifting. Others include knee pain, neck pain, IT band syndrome, and Achilles tendonitis.
Chiropractic Care for Lifting Injuries
A chiropractic adjustment is a standard treatment for treating back and neck pain. This technique is used to realign the musculoskeletal system, alleviating pain and promoting the body’s natural healing process. Other treatments like spinal decompression, nutrition counseling, cold laser therapy, and the Graston technique can treat symptoms associated with lifting injuries.
Visit Us for Chiropractic Care for Pain Relief in College Station, TX
Don’t quit lifting due to injuries. At Campion Chiropractic, we can correct any problem you may have developed due to lifting and reduce the risk of reinjuring yourself in the future. Our chiropractor focuses on eliminating your pain and helping you get back to your everyday life as soon as possible. We can improve your work ergonomics and recommend other ways to improve your lifestyle. Contact our team today to learn more about the services we offer or to schedule your first consultation.
