Winter sports like skiing and snowboarding can be a lot of fun, but these activities can potentially lead to injuries. If you're aware of some of these common injuries, you can take steps to prevent them. With locations in East and West Midtown Manhattan, Rockefeller Health & Medical treats injuries with natural and effective chiropractic care.
Common Winter Sports Injuries
While injuries can happen at any time, slippery winter weather can increase the risk of injury. Some of the most common injuries caused by winter sports activities include:
Spinal Injuries
Injuries like slips and falls can cause the muscles and ligaments along the spine to become sprained or strained. Falls can also push the joints of the spine out of alignment.
Dislocations
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body, which puts it at increased risk of dislocation. Coming into contact with hard ice can lead to a dislocated shoulder. If you're falling and you stretch your hands out to break your fall, you could also wind up with a dislocated elbow. These injuries are particularly common in skiers, snowboarders, and ice skaters.
Knee Injuries
There are many ways to injure your knee while enjoying winter sports. Torn ligaments, torn meniscus, and fractured kneecaps are all common injuries. All of these injuries can restrict your movement and cause significant pain.
Skier's Thumb
When you ski, you use your hands and wrists to grip your ski pole. This can potentially put stress on the ligament of your thumb and could even lead to a tear. Since this injury is so common in skiers, it's usually referred to as skier's thumb.
Get Treatment for Your Winter Sports Injuries
A winter sports injury can be painful and keep you from enjoying your favorite winter activities. If you've been injured, you can find treatment for your pain and heal with the help of a sports chiropractor. Rockefeller Health & Medical has two locations in Manhattan: one in East Midtown and another in West Midtown. If you're near Rockefeller Center, make an appointment at a location that is convenient for you. Call our team today at (212) 388-5050 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.