Sports Chiropractic in Indianapolis
You still want to play. But lately, your elbow aches after a match, your shoulder bothers you when you serve, or your back feels stiff long after you’ve put the clubs away. When something you enjoy starts leaving you uncomfortable, it’s worth finding out what’s going on. At Amonett Chiropractic, our Indianapolis chiropractor, Dr. Christian Amonett, D.C., knows how much that matters. Known to patients as Dr. Blake, he injured his back during his senior year of high school, just as he was looking forward to collegiate tennis. He remembers being the athlete who wanted to get back out there. Chiropractic care helped him recover and go on to play in college.
A Conversation About Your Sport and Your Symptoms
Your visit begins with a conversation. What do you play? When does the discomfort show up? Is it a particular movement, or do you feel it most the next morning? Dr. Blake asks about your training and past injuries, then examines how your spine and joints move. He uses the Gonstead technique, which combines several checks to help guide specific adjustments. These include hands-on examination and a Nervoscope, a handheld instrument that measures skin-temperature differences along the spine. X-rays may be recommended if the examination indicates a need. If adjustments are recommended, our chiropractor typically treats one to three spinal segments. He explains what he’s found and checks how you respond as care progresses.
From Sore Elbows to Low Back Trouble
Dr. Blake sees all sorts of athletes such as tennis players, soccer players, golfers, gymnastics, volleyball, swimmers, basketball, and other active people with concerns such as:
- Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
- Shoulder discomfort with overhead or repeated movements
- Low back and disc-related symptoms
- Stiffness or restricted movement during activity
- Discomfort that lingers after training or games
Serving, swinging, and turning are part of these sports. We’ll look at which movements trouble you and how your training demands or an old injury may be involved.
Someone Who Understands Why You Want to Keep Playing
A missed match can mean more than a change in your schedule. Sport may be how you spend time with friends, challenge yourself, or take a break from everything else. Dr. Blake keeps that in mind when discussing your options. Care may help with musculoskeletal discomfort and movement limitations, but the next steps depend on your injury and progress. If you need further medical evaluation or rehabilitation, he’ll help point you toward the right provider.
Let’s Talk About Getting Back to Your Sport
Whether you play competitively or just enjoy a weekend round, we welcome your concerns. Contact Amonett Chiropractic to schedule your sports chiropractic evaluation and talk about what’s keeping you from enjoying your game.
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