Kinesio Taping Method

The Kinesio Taping Methods enhance the body's natural healing process and provide support to the muscles without restricting range of motion. This taping methods work on two levels:

• Provides support to muscle structure

• Rehabilitates the affected area

By lifting the skin on a microscopic level, Kinesio Tape effectively relieves pain through facilitating lymphatic drainage in the affected muscles. This lifting power also serves to decrease any inflammation that may be occurring.

The application of Kinesio Tape has been developed over many years. Taping is done according to specific patient needs following a thorough assessment. Many factors are taken into account upon application, such as position, strip shape, and the amount of stretch with which the tape is placed. Because Kinesio Tape can be applied in hundreds of ways, the delivering physicians must be fluent in their use. Dr. Velez has years of experience in the application of Kinesio Tape, assuring an accurate and effective placement and treatment.

General Athletic Care

Beyond the Kinesio Taping Method, Baystate Musculoskeltal Center offers a number of techniques to help athletes remain in peak form. Each technique is customizable to the conditions present. In some cases, it may be to help an athlete recovery from an injury. In other cases, it may simply be to maintain good health.

The treatment plan designed by Dr. Velez takes an athlete through the acute phase of injury to the corrective strengthening phase. This system allows for the athlete to recover faster and function at higher level than he or she has ever before. Through the use of cold laser therapy athletes can recover from injuries faster than ever before. Visit the cold laser therapy section for more information.

Athletes have special needs and our office understands the specific nature and requirements needed to help you perform optimally. Whether it's during the season or in the off-season, Chiropractic care is becoming the competitive advantage that many athletes are now seeking.

When your body is in better alignment, your nervous system is finely tuned, all piston's are firing!!!! This leads to better performance, fewer injuries and quicker recovery.

Research

A research study published in the journal of Chiropractic research and Clinical Investigation, 1991, indicated chiropractic care might improve athletic performance by as much as 16.7% over a two week period. The report also concluded that subluxation-free athletes react faster, coordinate better, execute fine movements with improved accuracy and precision, amounting to an overall better athlete.

Top professionals in every sport are under chiropractic care to increase health and performance.

Dynamic and static stretching techniques are used to help an athletic body maintain flexibility and strength. Static stretches are held at the resistance point of a muscle for about 20 seconds at a time. Dynamic stretches are done in motion, only hitting the muscle resistance point for a moment before continuing movement. Dr. Velez will make specific recommendations to athlete patients, helping them to maintain a proper routine.

Beyond these techniques, Dr. Velez is well versed in athletic physique and how to keep it running well. The initial consultation will determine the correct treatment for the circumstances. So if you're looking for a sports chiropractor in the Merrimack Valley, please call our office today to schedule a complimentary consultation and find out how to optimize your body's natural healing potential.