Addressing Chronic Low Back Pain and Adductor Strain in Athletes: The Story Unveiled: WIR 22
CrossFit Low Back Pain & Martial Arts Adductor Strain: How Sports Chiropractic Helps Athletes Recover
At The FARM: Functional Athletic Rehabilitation and Movement in Birmingham, AL, our team specializes in helping athletes return to peak performance after injury. In a recent episode of our Week in Review podcast, Dr. Beau Beard, Dr. Cody Dimak, Dr. Kyle Thompson, and Dr. Alex Coleman—joined by chiropractic students Seth Graham and Tristen Collins—discussed two challenging sports cases:
Chronic low back pain in a CrossFit athlete
Adductor strain with neurodynamic involvement in a Taekwondo athlete
Both cases highlight how sports chiropractic care can be tailored to the unique demands of different athletes.
Case 1: CrossFit Athlete with Chronic Low Back Pain
CrossFit athletes face repetitive heavy lifting, explosive movements, and high training volumes—all of which can stress the lumbar spine. Chronic low back pain often stems from movement inefficiency, load mismanagement, or motor control breakdowns.
Our approach includes:
Comprehensive movement assessment
Manual therapy for short-term pain relief
Strength and conditioning integration to restore spinal and hip control
Education on recovery strategies like sleep, mobility, and load management
With this individualized plan, CrossFit athletes can train smarter, reduce flare-ups, and continue performing at a high level.
Case 2: Taekwondo Athlete with Adductor Strain & Nerve Involvement
Taekwondo places extreme demands on the hips and groin due to high kicks and split positions. In this case, a simple adductor strain was complicated by nerve tension (neurodynamic involvement)—a reminder that not all pain comes from muscles alone.
Treatment required a dual focus:
Progressive loading of the adductors for tissue healing
Neurodynamic drills (nerve glides and mobilizations) to restore normal nerve function
Gradual return to sport-specific movement patterns
By addressing both the muscle and the nervous system, the athlete regained confidence and mobility for competition.
Why Choose Sports Chiropractic?
Whether you’re a CrossFitter dealing with chronic back pain or a martial artist battling groin injuries, sports chiropractic offers more than quick fixes. At The FARM, we focus on:
Precise diagnosis
Individualized rehab plans
Athlete education and empowerment
If you’re searching for sports chiropractic in Birmingham, AL or need help with low back pain, adductor strains, or athletic injuries, our team is here to help.
📍 Schedule your appointment today and get back to moving, training, and competing pain-free.
