Muscle Strain
A muscle strain happens when muscle fibers are overstretched or torn, usually from sudden movement, overexertion, or improper lifting technique. Strains can range from mild overstretching to a partial or complete tear, and typically cause localized pain, swelling, weakness, and restricted movement in the affected muscle.
How We Treat Muscle Strains at Club West Chiropractic
Our chiropractors evaluate the injured muscle and surrounding joints to determine the severity of the strain and whether any misalignment is contributing to ongoing muscle tension or re-injury risk. Chiropractic adjustments help restore proper joint mechanics so the muscle isn’t compensating for a restricted joint as it heals.
We pair this with acupuncture to reduce inflammation and promote circulation to the injured tissue, and massage therapy to relax surrounding muscle guarding, break up tension, and support proper healing of the strained fibers.
Dealing with a nagging muscle strain? Schedule an appointment with our Blaine team.
