Summer is in full swing, which has many of us spending more time being active outdoors. Whether it’s down at the beach or in your own backyard, volleyball not only remains a popular choice for a summer activity but has been on the rise as of late. And while it’s good for us to be active, if we haven’t been active for some time and then jump into a sport like volleyball without the proper preparation, we may be more prone to injury.
Injuries that you’re likely to get from volleyball include sprains in the ankles or fingers and ligament tears. Are back injuries common as well?
Is Volleyball Hard on Your Back?
Volleyball can be hard on a player’s back; particularly when it comes to serving and hitting. There are a number of reasons why volleyball is hard on the back, similar to many other sports. When going for the ball, you could find yourself lunging for it quickly to keep it in play. This could result in pulling back muscles and causing additional stress. If you end up pulling back muscles, you can often find yourself overcompensating with other muscles, causing you pain and discomfort, which can result in spinal misalignment.
Can Volleyball Cause Nerve Damage?
While there is no conclusive scientific evidence to show this being an indisputable fact, there have been studies that show a correlation between volleyball and suprascapular neuropathy. This is when a section of the nervous system is impacted, resulting in isolated paralysis.
This condition can be caused by excessive strain on your nerves, which can be caused by high-impact repetitive activity when playing certain sports. In the case of volleyball, this can result in suprascapular neuropathy affecting the shoulders or elbows if you’re not careful.
What Is Impingement Syndrome?
Shoulder impingement, also known as rotator cuff tendinitis, is the result of damage to the soft tissue that connects your muscles to your shoulder. This can result in pain in that region of the body that worsens when you lift your affected arm, particularly over your head.
Additionally, shoulder impingement can lead to overall weakness in the arm and disrupted sleep as a result of the pain. The pain can last weeks or months on average and will require certain exercises, care, and lifestyle advice to properly recover from.
Total Chiropractic Care Treats a Number of Sports Injuries
Sports-related injuries are a hazard at any time of the year. Many summer-related sports injuries can be related to strains and sprains from running around as well as motions like rearing back to hit a ball that suddenly jerks your back muscles or otherwise causes spinal misalignment. Our experts at Total Chiropractic Care are well-trained and equipped to provide chiropractic care in response to sports-related injuries, including spinal manipulation, exercises to do at home, lifestyle advice, and more. If you’re suffering from an injury, don’t wait for the pain to get in the way of your day-to-day life. Contact us today to set up an appointment.