Common sports injuries
Sprains, strains and overuse injuries come from sports, exercise or hard physical work. Tendonitis, irritation and swelling of a tendon, is common in the shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee and heel and usually comes from repeating the same motion. Joint pain can come from injury, overuse or arthritis.
Common signs
- Pain during or after workouts
- Tendonitis in the shoulder, elbow or knee
- Low back pain from lifting or running
- Mild swelling or stiffness
Get care right away if you have
- An obvious deformity, or a bone that looks out of place
- You can't put weight on it or move the joint
- A loud pop with fast, severe swelling
- Numbness, coldness or color change below the injury
How we help at Grace Wellness
Digital X-rays on site rule out bone injury before you train again, when your exam calls for them.
Care may include soft-tissue work, adjustments to the spine and extremities (shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles), kinesiology taping, acupuncture, and rehab exercises that rebuild strength and stability for your sport.
What happens at your first visit
- Paperwork. A few forms about your health. Fill them out online before you arrive to save time.
- Consultation and exam. You talk through your symptoms and goals, then your doctor checks posture, range of motion, reflexes and strength.
- X-rays, only if needed. Taken right here in the office, no separate appointment.
- Your first treatment. In most cases you're treated the same day, and your doctor explains each step before starting.
Questions patients ask
Do you treat joints other than the spine?
Yes. Our doctors adjust the jaw, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles, not just the spine.
When can I go back to my sport?
Your doctor builds a plan around a gradual return and adjusts it as you get stronger. Rehab exercises you can do at home help your progress last.
Do you see student athletes?
Yes, we see athletes and active adults of all ages, including high school and college athletes.
Related care
Sources: MedlinePlus: Sports injuries. MedlinePlus: Tendinitis. This page is general information, not a diagnosis. Your doctor will examine you and explain your options.