Tri Modern Health, a well-known Hoffman Estates chiropractic practice, has joined the Schaumburg Boomers baseball team as the exclusive provider of chiropractic care for members of the team and team staff.

Dr. Hector Martinez directs the staff of the five-year-old business in providing the latest in chiropractic care.

In addition to a wide variety of bodywork treatments, the Tri Modern clinic recently added its third dedicated acupuncture room and also offers a variety of treatments to help with posture, flexibility and stretching.

A technique that is proving particularly effective at treating muscle strains such as those experienced by Boomer players is the Electrical Muscle Stimulation procedure.

“I know from speaking with Boomer players that they face a lot of stress on their bodies over a 97-plus game season, particularly on their arms and legs. What can start as simple ache or pain can escalate to prevent a player from playing multiple games if the problem is not addressed quickly,” says Martinez. “My team and I are there to provide quick, effective treatment to keep the player on the field”.

Similarly, Martinez points out that for those of us conducting every day life a small ache can turn into an incapacitating injury if not treated quickly and properly.

Just the kind of treatment offered by the professionals at the Tri Modern Health clinic.

Seven Tips for Weekend Warriors

Eat a healthy diet. Exercise requires energy and the best way to fuel your body is with a healthy diet. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein to supply your body with the nutrients it needs to perform – which may also help you ditch unwanted pounds. And the less weight you’re carrying around, the less pressure your joints will feel.

Stay hydrated. While exercising, you lose water faster than your brain realizes. Drink too little fluid and your performance may take a hit. Perhaps even more concerning, dehydration can lead to heat exhaustion – and that can take you out of the game. But you don’t have to rely on liquid alone. Water-rich fruits and vegetables such as watermelon, grapes, berries and cucumbers can help you reach your daily needs.

Wear proper footwear. Don’t try to run a 10K on last year’s overused sneakers. In the same way running requires extra cushioning, court sports like basketball, tennis and racquetball demand shoes with side-to-side ankle stabilization.

Warm up and cool down. Stretching before and after a workout helps prevent overuse injuries. Tight tendons and muscles are more likely to strain and snap if they’re not warm. Your best bet: Do a dynamic/moving warm up for five to ten minutes (such as walking) followed by a few static stretches for another five to ten minutes. Hold each stretch for at least 30 seconds. After your workout, cool down with gentle stretches to relax worked muscles while your heart rate recovers.

Do supplemental activities. The key to weekend warrior success is keeping muscles conditioned and supple throughout the week, even if that doesn’t include a standard 30-minute workout. Just ten to 15 minutes of stretching or strengthening can help prime your body for weekend activities. Playing a tennis match over the weekend? Do planks on weekdays to condition your shoulder and core muscles.

Mix it up. If you do the same activities every time you exercise, you run the risk of developing an overuse injury. Maximize your workouts by focusing on different muscles each day and giving your other muscle groups a break. Avid runner? Take a few laps in the pool. Play soccer on the weekend? Shoot a round of golf or play tennis instead.

Know your limits. You have to listen to your body. If your workout is causing pain, dial it down. You may be mentally ready to run a half marathon, but your body may need time to get up to speed physically. Can’t keep up on the tennis court the way you used to? Play against someone who is new to the game or find a partner and play doubles so there’s less stress on your body.

Source: Henry Ford Health Center