Our largest population of people we see are active adults. These are patients who engage in regular physical activity and lead a lifestyle that includes consistent expertise. They place a high priority on their physical health and well-being, striving to stay fit and agile as they age. Yet, as we age, we all experience some of the following conditions:
- Musculoskeletal Pain: Engaging in physical activities can lead to pain in muscles, joints, and the spine. Chiropractic care can help alleviate this pain through spinal adjustments and other techniques.
- Injuries: Active adults are at a higher risk of injuries such as sprains, strains, and fractures. Chiropractors can help with the recovery process and prevent future injuries by improving alignment and mobility.
- Reduced Flexibility: Over time, flexibility can decrease, making it harder to perform certain actives. Chiropractic adjustments can help maintain and improve flexibility.
- Posture Issues: Poor posture from activities like sitting at a desk or using electronic devices can lead to chronic pain. Chiropractors can help correct posture and reduce associated discomfort.
- Stress and Tension: Physical activity can sometimes increase stress and tension in the body. Chiropractic care can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Degenerative Conditions: Conditions like arthritis can develop with age and impact mobility.
Chiropractic care can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. United Wellness & Sports Rehab providers are experts in keeping our patients MOVING regardless of ago or diagnosis.
Most Beneficial Services to an Active Adult*:
- Chiropractic Care
- Physical Therapy
- Massage
- Performance Rehab
- Dryneedling
- Personal Training
- Graston Technique
- Shockwave Therapy (based on diagnosis)
- Muscle Release Therapy
- Activator (for those sensitive to manual adjustments)
- EMS (excluding pregnant patients or patients with pacemakers)
- Orthotics
- Disc Decompression (based on diagnosis)
- Cupping
*Please visit any of our offices to see where your service is offered.
“We love united wellness! We’ve been going there since I had my knee surgery. I’ve been working with Elliott the most! I love him!! He is an amazing PT, he is very professional and has a lot of expertise .he is very caring as well! I worked with JC which is an amazing Pt and is funny as well! Connor Megan and Kayla are great pt assistants! It was a pleasure working with all of them! I can’t be more grateful for all of them! I wanted to mention as well that every staff member is very welcoming especially at the front desk. I really recommend this place!” – Jilnar Naim
“Including the excellence of the staff at the front desk, Dr. H has been such a help in my life. I have a rare skeletal condition that requires extra attention, insight, and care, and Dr. H is one of the rare people who has made an extra effort to help and understand. He has been a guiding light on my journey to healing, assessing how my exercise routine affects my body through chiropractic adjustments each and every appointment.” – Benjamin
FAQs
Question: I’m 52 years old and enjoy running several miles each week, but it is beginning to hurt. What can you do to help?
Response: I’m sorry to hear that that running is starting to hurt. It’s great that you’re staying active, though! United Wellness can definitely help address the discomfort and get you back to running comfortably. Here are some ways we can assist you:
- Identify and Correct Misalignments: A chiropractor can assess your spine, hips, and other joints to identify any misalignments thjat might be causing pain or affecting your running form.
- Improve Joint Mobility: Regular adjustments can help improve the mobility of your joins, making it easier for you to move and reducing the strain on your body while running.
- Relieve Muscle Tension: Chiropractic care often includes techniques like massage and myofascial release to relieve muscle tension and tightness, which can be a common issue for runners.
- Customized Exercise Plans: Chiropractors can provide you with exercises to strengthen weak areas, improve flexibility, and correct imbalances that might be contributing to your pain.
- Enhance Performance: By optimizing your body’s alignment and function, chiropractic care can help enhance your running performance and prevent future injuries.
