Sports Chiropractic
If you want to compete at the highest level, Chiropractic is an essential for increasing your competitive edge. There is a reason why all 32 teams in the NFL have a Doctor of Chiropractic on staff. Michael Jordan, Babe Ruth, Tiger Woods, Usain Bolt, Tom Brady, and many more used chiropractic care as part of their training regiment. Both Doctors at ACE Chiropractic competed as athletes in college. Dr. Simmons and Dr. Keys both agree that without the use of chiropractic care, their performance would have been limited or hindered.
How can chiropractic care help with athletic performance?
3X Olympic Gold medalist Leshawn Merritt said it best in our opinion. "When I was running I wanted to know that the nerve from my brain down to my foot and back up would be uninterrupted when I was racing...I wanted every edge that I could get." Dr. Simmons had the pleasure of meeting the track and field legend where they discussed the benefits of chiropractic care.
Reaction Time
Upper cervical chiropractic care focuses on aligning the top vertebrae of the spine to optimize nervous system function. By restoring proper communication between the brain and body, this specialized approach can enhance reaction time, as a well-functioning nervous system ensures quicker and more efficient responses to stimuli. Monitoring progress is made precise and reliable with the use of Titron infrared thermography providing an objective tool to track improvements and guide care for optimal results.
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In fact there was a study showing there was a 14.9% increase in mental rotation cortical reaction time after upper cervical adjustments.
Kelly DD, Murphy BA, Backhouse DP. Use of a mental rotation reaction-time paradigm to measure the effects of upper cervical adjustments on cortical processing: a pilot study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2000 May;23(4):246-51. doi: 10.1067/mmt.2000.106099. PMID: 10820297.
Sleep & Recovery
Upper cervical chiropractic care plays a crucial role in optimizing sleep and recovery for athletes by enhancing nervous system balance. Misalignments in the upper spine can overstimulate the sympathetic nervous system, which keeps the body in a "fight or flight" state, hindering proper rest and tissue repair. By realigning the upper cervical spine, chiropractic adjustments help activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes deep sleep, muscle recovery, and overall healing. For athletes, this means faster recovery times, improved performance, and reduced risk of overtraining, enabling them to consistently perform at their best.
Digestion
Upper cervical chiropractic care can significantly improve digestion, ensuring your body is properly fueled for optimal performance. Misalignments in the upper spine can interfere with the nervous system's control over digestive processes, reducing nutrient absorption and energy availability. By correcting these misalignments, upper cervical adjustments restore communication between the brain and digestive organs, enhancing nutrient breakdown and assimilation. When your body is fueled more effectively, you have the energy and stamina needed to perform better, whether in sports, work, or daily activities. Proper digestion leads to better endurance, quicker recovery, and sustained peak performance.
Strength output
Achieving maximum strength output relies on a well-functioning nervous system, which is where upper cervical chiropractic care can make a difference. Misalignments in the upper spine can disrupt the brain-to-muscle communication necessary for peak force production. By realigning the upper cervical spine, chiropractic adjustments restore optimal nerve flow, enabling muscles to contract more efficiently and powerfully. This enhanced neuromuscular connection boosts strength output, improves overall performance, and supports injury prevention—helping athletes and fitness enthusiasts push their limits and achieve their goals.