Chiropractic Care for Muscle Sprains & Strains in
Milpitas & San Jose
Whether you pulled a muscle during a workout or twisted your ankle stepping off a curb, muscle sprains and strains can quickly disrupt your routine. While these injuries may seem minor at first, they often cause persistent discomfort, swelling, and limited motion—sometimes lasting longer than expected if left untreated.
Sprain or Strain? What’s the Difference?
Though often used interchangeably, sprains and strains are different injuries. A sprain occurs when ligaments—the tough bands of tissue connecting bones—are overstretched or torn, often leading to swelling, bruising, and joint instability.
A strain, on the other hand, involves injury to muscles or tendons, resulting in pain, muscle tightness, and limited movement. Both injuries can slow you down—literally—but chiropractic care helps address the root causes, encouraging faster and more complete healing.
How Chiropractic Care Supports Healing
So, how does chiropractic help? Adjustments help reduce pain and improve mobility by restoring proper alignment in the spine and joints. Gentle adjustments, combined with soft tissue therapies like massage and stretching, reduce tension and promote blood flow, which is essential for healing. Techniques such as hot and cold therapy, electrical muscle stimulation, and guided exercises further relieve discomfort and strengthen surrounding muscles.
When Should You See a Chiropractor?
While rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) can help in the first 24-48 hours, lingering pain, limited motion, or symptoms like numbness may indicate a deeper issue. Dr. Patel or Dr. Riley can assess your injury, address any misalignments, and customize a recovery plan to restore function and help you feel better sooner.
Get Back to Moving Comfortably
Muscle injuries don’t have to keep you from doing what you love. Contact Milpitas Spine Center today and get on the path to lasting relief.
