Sports Injuries

Sports Injuries

We are a healthy active island, where sport and physical activity are part of our identity.


Unfortunately, many of us suffer injuries as we get out on the weekend for a game of badminton or when we sign up for a running event.

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Relieving Pain, Restoring Movement, and Speeding up Recovery

Engaging in sports and physical activities is not without its risks. Sports injuries can occur, affecting athletes of all levels, from professionals to amateurs.


These injuries can hinder performance, cause pain, and impact overall well-being. Understanding the most common types of sports injuries is crucial for athletes to seek appropriate care and recover effectively.


At One Spine Chiropractic, we specialise in providing chiropractic care for a wide range of sports injuries, catering to athletes of all levels in Singapore. Engaging in sports and physical activities is not without its risks, and understanding the most common types of sports injuries is crucial for athletes to seek appropriate care and recover effectively.

Sports Injuries

The Most Common Sports Injuries:

  1. Knee Injuries: Knee injuries are among the most prevalent sports injuries. They often occur due to sudden stops, twists, or direct impact. Common knee injuries include ligament tears (such as ACL or MCL tears), meniscus tears, patellar misalignment and patellar tendonitis.
  2. Shoulder Injuries, including Rotator Cuff Injuries: The shoulder joint is highly susceptible to injuries, especially in sports involving repetitive overhead movements. Rotator cuff injuries, which involve the tearing or inflammation of the muscles and tendons surrounding the shoulder joint, are common among athletes participating in activities like badminton, tennis, and throwing sports.
  3. Acute Injuries: Acute injuries happen suddenly, typically as a result of collisions, falls, or sudden twists. These injuries can range from sprains and strains to dislocations and fractures. Examples include ankle sprains, muscle strains, and wrist fractures.
  4. Chronic Injuries: Chronic injuries develop over time due to repetitive stress on certain body parts. Athletes who engage in activities involving repetitive motions, such as running or jumping, are prone to chronic injuries. Common examples include runners knee, achilles tendinitis, tennis elbow, and stress fractures.
  5. Stress Fractures: Stress fractures are tiny cracks in bones, often caused by repetitive stress and overuse. They commonly occur in weight-bearing bones, such as the shinbone (tibia) or the foot bones. Athletes involved in activities like running, gymnastics, and basketball are at a higher risk of developing stress fractures.
Chiropractic Care for Sports Injury

Chiropractic Care for Sports Injury

Chiropractic care is a non-invasive and drug-free approach to treating sports injuries.


At One Spine, our chiropractors use a variety of techniques to relieve pain, restore movement, and speed up recovery. These techniques include:

  1. Spinal Adjustments: Spinal adjustments are the cornerstone of chiropractic care. By applying specific pressure to the spine, our chiropractors can restore proper alignment, relieve pressure on the nerves, and reduce inflammation.
  2. Soft Tissue Therapy: Soft tissue therapy involves using hands-on techniques to manipulate the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This can help relieve pain, improve flexibility, and speed up recovery.
  3. Therapeutic Modalities: In addition to spinal adjustments, we may incorporate various therapeutic modalities to enhance the healing process. These may include electrical stimulation and ultrasound that is tailored to your specific needs.
  4. Decompression Therapy: We use spinal decompression to gently stretch the spine, discs and muscles with the goal of relieving pressure and improve the health of vertebral discs.
  5. Rehabilitation Exercises: Rehabilitation exercises can help athletes regain strength, flexibility, and range of motion after an injury. Our chiropractors can create a customised exercise plan that targets the specific needs of each patient.

When to Visit a Sports Chiropractor in Singapore

If you're an athlete experiencing pain or discomfort, it's important to seek treatment as soon as possible.


Delaying treatment can lead to further injury and a longer recovery time. Here are some signs that it's time to visit a sports chiropractor in Singapore:

  1. You're experiencing chronic pain: If you're experiencing pain that persists for more than a few days, it's time to seek treatment.
  2. You're unable to perform your usual activities: If your injury is preventing you from participating in your usual activities, it's time to seek treatment.
  3. You're experiencing numbness or tingling: Numbness or tingling can be a sign of nerve damage, early intervention is important for optimal recovery.


At One Spine Chiropractic, our goal is to help athletes recover from their injuries and optimise their performance.


Whether you're a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, we're here to help you achieve your goals.

Begin Your Journey: First Consultation at One Spine Chiropractic Singapore

Posture Screening

Posture Screening

We measure the angles and linear distances of posture displacements from the head all the way down to the ankles for our chiropractors to identify your overall posture alignment. 

Chiropractor Consultation

1-on-1 Doctor Consultation

1 on 1 consultation with our Chiropractors to perform a comprehensive review of your health history as well as understand your day-to-day lifestyle activities. 

Physical Examination

Physical Examination

Our Chiropractors will perform physical examinations which usually include different assessments such as comparison of muscle strengths, testing range of motion, testing reflexes, carrying out palpation, and conducting orthopedic and neurological tests based on the complaint.

Chiropractic Treatment

Chiropractic Treatment

Our Chiropractors will use their hands or a small instrument to apply a controlled, sudden force to a spinal joint. The goal of this procedure, also known as spinal manipulation, is to improve spinal motion and improve your body's physical function.

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Commonly Asked Questions About Sports Injuries

  • Chiropractic treatments for sports injuries

    Whether you’re a full-time athlete or an amateur, you may sustain an injury at some point in time. Stressing one part of your body can result in some kind of injury. The more stress you put on a certain part of your body, the more your muscles, joints and nerves work for you, which can lead to fatigue, overuse injury and inflammation.


    Some athletes simply ignore the pain and work through it. However, this can’t be done for long. The pain is your body letting you know there is an area that is overloaded and needs your attention. Some of the most common injuries sports chiropractors come across are:


    • Shoulder injuries
    • Repetetive use Injuries
    • Tendon strains
    • Chronic back pain
    • Tennis/Golfers elbow
    • Hamstring strains
    • Running injuries
    • Knee Pain
    • Neck injuries

    A good chiropractor will not only help you heal your injuries and nurture you back to health but also show you how to avoid getting injured again.

  • How long does it typically take to recover from a sports injury with chiropractic care?

    The duration of recovery from a sports injury varies depending on the type and severity of the injury, as well as individual factors. Chiropractic care can help expedite the healing process by reducing pain, improving range of motion, and enhancing overall function. The specific timeframe for recovery will be determined by factors such as the extent of the injury, the patient's adherence to the treatment plan, and their body's response to care.

  • When is the right time to visit a Chiropractor?

    Should you wait to strain a tendon to visit a sports chiropractor? Not at all. In fact, you should pay a visit to a chiropractic professional if you would like to improve your mobility and performance you may also visit if you are feeling like you could be close to an injury. We aim to keep you in the game at your best and not wait until it's too late. 

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