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What Are Overuse Injuries?

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Whether you’ve been a patient at Stiles Chiropractic for years or are entirely new to chiropractic, you probably already know how important a strong core and proper posture are for your spinal (and overall) health. After all, the foundation for a healthy body is a properly functioning spine with great mobility that is free from joint dysfunctions and restrictions. If you don’t pay attention to your posture and spine, you risk suffering overuse injuries. Here’s what you need to know about overuse injuries and how Dr. Tracey Stiles can help you avoid them.

What is an Overuse Injury?

Even if you aren’t one for extreme sports or intense exercise, you still need to be on the lookout for overuse injuries. Overuse injuries aren’t just caused by BIG repetitive movements, like pivoting and jumping; they can be caused by simple movements you make every day, like keystrokes on your keyboard without attention to ergonomics or proper posture. Any action that is done repeatedly can cause pain and discomfort if you don’t address it and ensure you are protecting your health.

How to Prevent Overuse Injuries

Fortunately, there are measures you can take to prevent injuries from overuse and you can start by visiting your local Chicago chiropractor! Dr. Tracey Stiles has years of training and experience to help identify issues that can lead to injuries and can treat them before they turn into larger problems. By targeting joint dysfunctions and restrictions that are a result of everyday movements, the underlying issue that caused your injury can be treated.

It’s also important to keep moving. So much of the movement you make in daily life is repetitive, especially during social distancing. Try to work in some new exercise routines to balance the movements you make, which will be helpful in the long run for your wellness. There are plenty of free online courses available so you can try something new like yoga, HIIT, or even dancing!

Another way to prevent overuse injuries is to be sure you are getting plenty of rest. If you want to avoid an injury from overuse, don’t overuse the muscles! Work in at least one day each week to recover and rejuvenate and break from normal patterns of work, play, and exercise to relax.

Managing inflammation is also an important part of the prevention of overuse injuries. This can be done through a combination of eating a proper diet and with the help of chiropractic care. If you would like to learn more about how chiropractic can help reduce inflammation, just ask during your next adjustment!

Overuse injuries can sneak up on you quickly, so be sure to pay attention to your spinal health and keep up with regular chiropractic care. To schedule your next adjustment, just click here!

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"My overall health has also improved because my allergies and my arthritis are also not as severe as they used to be. Dr. Stiles has always been very accommodating with her hours and appointments, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. Over the years, I have recommended my sister, my best friend, my cousin and other friends to this office for chiropractic care."

-Anonymous

"Excellent patient care and a convenient location.  Dr. Stiles technique is gentle and effective.  The office staff is professional and flexible.  The office hours offer a wide array of times for busy working people.  I switched from a chiropractor that I loved for the location and have not lost anything in terms of service.  I highly recommend for pain management, maintenance and wellness services."

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"Not the typical doctors office.  Dr. Stiles & staff are friendly and are flexible with appointments. And my neck and my back feel great!"

-Kevin T.

"Dr. Stiles is very gentle and caring and helpful in explaining what was wrong with my neck and spine. She came up with a treatment plan for me for the next few months. I was re-examined a few weeks ago and showed a lot of improvement! All without surgery. I highly recommend this chiropractic office."

-Monique P.

"Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful. I started going to Dr. Stiles because I had vertigo for more than a year. My doctor just told me it would go away eventually and prescribed Dramamine (which just made me feel sick). I decided to try this method as a last effort to get rid of it and it's worked. I couldn't be happier with the results from my visits here. I would (and have) recommended her to friends and co-workers."

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"I've been seeing Dr. Stiles for the past 10 years and in that time, my sciatic nerve has stopped flaring up. I also have had no more middle ear infections or ringing in my ears. I first started going to Stiles Chiropractic for what I thought was the beginning of carpal tunnel syndrome, my wrists, hands and fingers were numb and tingling. After a few adjustments, I was feeling much better and have not had that issue since.

-Dee M.

"Dr. Stiles has been my chiropractor for almost a decade. Regular visits to Dr. Stiles help me prevent tension from escalating and causing severe, debilitating pain that I've had in the past. I used to "throw my back out" once or twice a year, resulting in my being unable to move for three or four days. With ongoing maintenance, I'm happy to say that that rarely happens anymore, and if it does, Dr. Stiles knows me well enough to help fix it right away."

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"I see Dr Stiles every week for neck pain and she is amazing! She is very kind and responsive to her clients. Highly recommended."

-Samantha M.

"Dr. Stiles is stellar! I am a resident of Los Angeles and any time I'm in town this is my go to place for chiropractic. Dr. Stiles is very thorough and educated on every joint in the body. I feel at ease and in good hands and most importantly well-informed through our entire sessions. I always walk out feeling taller and poised with a healthy body!"

-Kaila H.

"Wonderful! Best Ever! – I have been to chiropractors throughout my life (good and bad ones) but I have had the best experience here with Dr. Tracey. She gave me a very detailed exam and took the time to go over my exam and explain a treatment plan that will help me feel better in the long run. And I am all about preventative maintenance! She also explained my adjustment so well, I didn't freak out. Her office is wonderful, Friendly and warm!!"

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