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any of the many other things that can cause an injury. It’s what you do after an injury that determines how you heal.
Healing takes place in stages. First inflammation and swelling to fight off infection, then after the inflammation and swelling is gone real healing begins by replacing the damaged tissue and cells. There are 3 things you can do to help speed up your healing process.
After you’ve been injured you should not continue to the injured muscle or joint, take some time to rest and get the pressure off while your body begins the process of swelling and inflammation.
It’s a common misconception to use either heat or ice. When it comes to healing from an injury it can be detrimental to use heat as it causes more inflammation to the area. That extra inflammation, instead of assisting in the healing process, can cause more damage. Inflammation is beneficial in killing off any infection from virus or bacteria that may be in the affected area. It’s best to use ice to help reduce the inflammation so healing can begin after the inflammation has run its course.
Like any injury, there’s the after effect it has on the body. Not all injuries heal the same, in fact, some never fully heal at all. Taking time to see a chiropractor can help you heal faster and to your fullest potential. Long term, chiropractic can even help prevent future injuries.
We are always taking new patients. If you have a question about an injury or chiropractic in general, give us a call at 815-562-5333 or visit us at willschiro.com. To learn more about injuries, watch the video from Dr. Bryan Wills here.
As a parent, ensuring your baby's health and happiness is always at the forefront of your mind. The benefits of chiropractic care are as pronounced for your baby as they are for you. Pediatric chiropractic can help newborns and infants grow and develop while addressing common health issues along the way.
The holiday season is coming, and chances are good that you’ll be spending a lot of time behind the wheel between the typical commute, shopping trips, and visiting friends and family. If you spend a lot of time driving, you find yourself with a stiff neck or a sore lower back. These stretches can help you stay pain-free so that you enjoy more of the goodness that the holidays have to offer.
