Winter Sports & Spinal Safety: Preventing Injuries on the Slopes
Winter sports like skiing and snowboarding challenge your strength, balance, and agility—but they can also strain your spine if you're not prepared. These high-impact activities often involve repetitive movement, twisting, and the occasional fall, all of which can affect spinal alignment and joint function.
Common Winter Sports Injuries:
Whiplash from falls or rapid stops
Lower back strain from weak core engagement
Shoulder and knee issues from poor landing techniques
Muscle tightness due to cold weather
How Chiropractic Care Helps:
Restores proper spinal alignment to prevent compensatory movement patterns
Improves mobility and flexibility, especially in the lumbar and cervical spine
Enhances proprioception and balance to help avoid falls
Accelerates recovery if injuries occur
Winter Safety Tips:
Warm up with spinal mobility exercises and light cardio
Strengthen your core to support spinal stability
Use ergonomic, well-fitted equipment
Stay hydrated even in cold conditions
Visit Radiant Chiropractic before and after your snow trip for assessment and recovery
