Wellness Articles

When to Use Heat Versus Ice

Everyday in my chiropractor and sports based practice I offer home care advice in the form of stretches, strengthening exercises, and hydrotherapy. Here is my criteria and reference guide for hydrotherapy use: Ice pack- 10 minutes on, 30 minutes off. Repeat as necessary. Ice massage- Using an ice cube, continually...

• Posted: October 12, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |   1 Comment
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Contrast,  Heat,  Hot and Cold Therapy,  Ice

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Stress Fractures

A stress fracture is a partial to complete hairline break in a bone, without displacement, due to repeated trauma and with no history of overt trauma. The bones most commonly affected are: 1. Metatarsals (foot bones)- especially the second one 2. Tibia (shin) - upper shaft more common in dancers...

• Posted: October 10, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy, Wellness Articles
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Rehabilitation,  Runners,  Sports Therapy,  Stress Fracture

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Shin Splints

By definition, shin splints is a catchall term referring to leg pain brought about by running or jumping.  “Shin splints” in and of itself is not a diagnosis; it is merely a collection of symptoms. Shins splints fall into three main categories: 1. Strain, tendonitis, or periostitis 2. Stress fracture...

• Posted: October 9, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  MTSS,  Shin Splints,  Sports Therapy,  Strain

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Pre-Game and Post Game Nutrition

In this final article on sports nutrition, pre and post game nutrition is discussed. Pre-Game Nutrition What you eat several days before endurance activities affects performance. Your food the morning of a sports competition can ward off hunger, keep blood sugar levels adequate and aid hydration. Avoid high protein or...

• Posted: September 26, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Nutrition Tips, Sports Therapy
• |  Tags: Athlete,  Carbohydrate,  Nutrition,  Protein,  Sports Therapy

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Sports Nutrition and Hydration

Athletes who want a winning edge require optimal nutrition. When you drink enough water and eat a healthy, well-balanced diet, your body can make energy efficiently and this fuels top performances. You are more capable of making the most of your athletic talents by potentially gaining more strength, power, and...

• Posted: September 24, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Nutrition Tips, Sports Therapy
• |  Tags: Hydration,  Nutrition,  Sports Therapy,  Training,  Water

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Running Injuries

Most running injuries occur as a result of overuse or inappropriate biomechanics. A good analogy is to think of a pulley system where the rope is your muscle and the pulley is the joint. If you have asymmetry in the way you are pulling on the “rope”, you are not...

• Posted: September 15, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Orthotics,  Running,  Sports Therapy,  Strengthening Exercises

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Treatment and Prevention of Iliotibial Band Syndrome

Knee pain and injuries, as a result of iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome, can be an extremely painful and frustrating injury that puts a big strain on both the knee and hip joints. Knee injuries are very common among runners and cyclists. However, they doesn't usually occur in an instant, like a...

• Posted: September 10, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy, Wellness Articles
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Iliotibial Band,  ITB Syndrome,  Sports Therapy,  Stretches

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