Many athletes are often unable to play or deliver utmost performance because of physical injuries. Many realize that administration of drugs to deal with the pain isn't always the best solution. Orally taken drugs can only go as far as mask the symptoms, and the injury may worsen when the athlete goes back to performing right away without solving the root cause. That's why more and more people are taking advantage of chiropractic for sport injury these days.

It's not unlikely for you to hear of seasoned athletes to have their own chiropractors around. This natural health care approach believes in the capability of the body to heal itself. The chiropractor gives special attention to the athlete's spine, as well as the muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and other joints - all of which receive tremendous amount of stress during a game.

Pointing out of misaligned or displaced joints, most especially along the spine, is done. It's accompanied as well by a few neurological and orthopedic examinations. If deemed necessary, the use of diagnostic tools like x-rays or MRI scans is also done. When the problem is confirmed, spinal adjustments are often performed. Such help in aligning the joints, normalizing blood flow and nerve transmission, thus allowing the body to heal.

Since it's a non-invasive caring method, no surgical procedure is involved. Likewise, the chiropractor won't prescribe analgesics and other similar drugs. Instead, the pain will be dealt with through some natural means. Problems a chiropractor can help solve include strains, sprains, bursitis, tendonitis, and problems concerning the joints in the foot, ankle, hip, shoulder, elbow, wrist, arm and others.

For more information or to schedule an appointment please contact Morris Family Chiropractic at

440-639-9171 or visit http://www.morriswellness.com/

And remember...A healthy spine means a healthier you!