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range of motion.  Each muscle and ligament must glide smoothly.  Each complex motion, such as pitching, must be done with coordination of structures so that each region of the body supports and compliments the other, leading to more finesse, power, grace and, ultimately, success. </div> <div>  </div> <div> When an athlete is injured, one of the biggest frustrations is having to take a rest from training and, possibly, lose ground. We do our best to continue training through periods of injury through sensible rehab and by replacing activity prohibited by injury with activity that can be beneficial. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Very often, simple manual manipulation, or <A HREF="id28.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Facts About Chiropractic and Back Pain"><U>chiropractic</U></A> adjustment, can be the key to increasing joint range of motion, decreasing strain on muscles ligaments and tendons and leading to better performance with fewer injuries. </div> <div>  </div> <div> If you watch professional or collegiate sports, you will see many, many chiropractic patients competing.  "But those people aren't sick," some would say.  "Why go to the doctor?"  Because, as well as solving problems such as injuries, chiropractic is also about enhancing performance.  Sometimes results are subtle. Sometimes they are dramatic.   </div> <div>  </div> <div> Here's an example:  I once treated a man in his late 50's who ran marathon races.  He was constantly in the middle or back of the pack.  When he came to us, it was clear that he had some tight muscles and joint restrictions in his low back and hips. The piriformis muscles were causing him to walk or run with his toes turned way out.  This restricted the length of his stride.  By treating him and giving him specific training instructions, we were able to correct the problem.  With the same energy and same number of strides he was able to cover more ground because he had better efficiency in his stride.  Within two weeks he moved from the back of the pack to the front. </div> <bR> <div> To find out more, call to <A HREF="id4.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE=" Make an Appointment"><U> Make an Appointment</U></A> today.  </div> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>