More and more children are getting involved in sports. Sources say that a staggering 75% of families with children between the ages of 5 and 18 have at least one child that’s interested in or active in sports. Participating in athletics offers a multitude of physical benefits including muscle development and increased bone strength. Additionally, athletics provides many psychological benefits through learning about teamwork, sportsmanship, and success and failure.
Why Take Care of Your Body?
It is very important for young athletes to take care of their physical health. Research indicates that 40% of injuries sustained by teenagers and young adults are sports-related.
When working to prevent injuries, it’s important to consider the following factors:
1. The genetic and physical make-up of the child. Some children naturally have strong ligaments while others don’t. The strength and resilience of muscles, tissues, and the spine differs for everyone.
2. The maturity of the young athlete’s body as compared to their competitors.
3. The degree of supervision.
4. The use of protective equipment.
5. The adequacy and consistency of warm-up exercises.
6. The type of sport played.
When you feel fatigued or in pain, pay attention to your body’s needs. Otherwise, if you push yourself too far, you might end up paying for expensive treatments. Why wait to heal an injury when there’s preventative help available? Below, we’ll address the benefits of chiropractic treatment and discuss where to consult.
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