Sports Chiropractic Care in New Berlin
Athletes ask a lot of their bodies. Runners, golfers, hockey players, swimmers, weekend players and student athletes all put steady demands on their backs, hips, shoulders and necks, and a body that is sore or stiff makes the next practice or game harder. If you are looking for a sports chiropractor in New Berlin, this page is a good place to start.
At Advantage Chiropractic in New Berlin, Dr. Evan Norum and Dr. Taylor Moore look for the cause of your symptoms and explain what they find in plain language. Below you will find how the first visit works, what an adjustment feels like, the injuries athletes run into most and the warning signs that mean you should see a medical doctor first.
Our Sports Chiropractors in New Berlin, WI
How We Approach Sports Problems
The doctors look for the cause of your symptoms instead of only chasing the sore spot. For an athlete that means looking at how the back, hips, shoulders and neck are moving, since a problem in one area often shows up as pain in another.
You do not need a referral to be seen. If a problem needs medical care outside the office, the doctors refer you to the right specialist, and they frequently work with primary care physicians and specialists.
What Your First Visit Looks Like
The first appointment lasts 30 to 60 minutes and includes a 54 point neurological and spinal evaluation, which shows how well your brain and body are communicating and where nerve interference may be.
They are taken only if indicated. The doctors then review the exam and any X rays with you, usually at the second visit, and tell you what they found, how they can help and how long it should take. Costs are explained up front.
What an Adjustment Feels Like
The main method here is the Torque Release Technique. The doctor uses a handheld instrument called the Integrator, which delivers a quick, light impulse. There is no twisting, no pulling and no cracking, and most patients describe it as a light, localized tap.
Follow up adjustment visits are typically 5 to 10 minutes long.
The Doctors Behind the Care
Dr. Taylor Moore played hockey as a young person and had frequent headaches until a chiropractor introduced him to spinal adjustments. He studied Kinesiology and Exercise Science at Carroll University, and he still plays pond hockey. You can read more about his background on his page.
Dr. Evan Norum hurt his back playing baseball around age 14, and a first adjustment helped. That experience led him to chiropractic, and he founded Advantage Chiropractic in 2017.
Common Sports Injuries
Sports injuries fall into a few familiar groups. Knowing which one you are dealing with helps you decide what to do next.
- Sprains and strains, such as a rolled ankle or a pulled hamstring.
- Shin splints, a dull ache along the inner shin that builds with running.
- Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow, which are overuse problems of the tendons at the elbow.
- Shoulder pain from throwing, swimming or overhead lifting.
- Low back soreness from running, lifting or twisting, which you can read about on the low back pain page.
- Knee and hip pain from repeated impact or sudden direction changes.
Getting Back to Sport Safely
Most overuse problems start when training load rises faster than the body can adapt. A big jump in mileage, a new lifting program or a return from time off with no ramp up are common triggers. Increasing your training gradually, warming up before you play and taking rest days give tissue time to recover.
Pain that is sharp, gets worse as you keep going or changes how you move is a signal to back off, not push through. Playing through a real injury often turns a short problem into a long one.
When to See a Medical Doctor First
Go to a doctor or an emergency department first if you suspect a fracture, have severe swelling, a bone or joint that looks out of place, or cannot put weight on a leg, knee, ankle or foot. NIAMS explains that fractures and dislocations need prompt medical attention.
After any bump, blow or jolt to the head, watch for concussion danger signs such as repeated vomiting, a headache that keeps getting worse, increasing confusion, slurred speech or seizures. The CDC list of signs has the full set. If you see any of them, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Sports Chiropractor New Berlin FAQs
What should I do in the first day after rolling an ankle?
Stop playing and take weight off the foot. Put a cold pack wrapped in a cloth on the ankle for about 15 to 20 minutes at a time, wrap it with an elastic bandage and raise it above heart level. Walk on it only as pain allows. If you cannot bear weight or the bone itself is tender, get it checked.
How do I tell shin splints from a stress fracture?
Shin splints cause a dull ache along a wide stretch of the inner shin that often eases as you warm up. A stress fracture hurts at one spot you can cover with a fingertip, and the pain builds during activity and lingers at rest. Pinpoint bone pain needs a medical doctor before you run again.
What causes tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow?
Both come from overusing the forearm tendons that attach at the elbow. Tennis elbow affects the outer side and comes from repeated wrist extension and gripping. Golfer’s elbow affects the inner side and comes from repeated wrist flexing and gripping. Any repeated gripping, lifting or hammering can bring them on, not only racquet sports and golf.
Why does my back hurt after running?
Running sends repeated impact through the spine. Tight hips, weak core and glute muscles, stiff joints, worn shoes and a sudden jump in mileage can all pile extra load on the low back. Pain that travels down a leg, or comes with numbness or weakness, deserves a prompt medical exam.
What is the difference between an overuse injury and an acute injury?
An acute injury happens at a clear moment, such as a twisted knee, a fall or a collision, and pain starts right away. An overuse injury builds slowly from repeated stress, such as running mileage or throwing, and often begins as a nagging ache that grows. Both deserve attention when pain lingers.
When should I stop playing and get checked right away?
Stop at once after a hit to the head with confusion, repeated vomiting, a worsening headache or slurred speech, and call 911. Also stop for a joint that looks out of place, a bone you felt snap, severe swelling or being unable to put weight on a leg. Playing through these can make the injury worse.
