3 Ways to Keep Muscles Recovered Between Treatments
At Apex Sports Medicine in Leander, we believe recovery doesn’t stop when you leave the office. Our approach to chiropractic care goes beyond spinal adjustments, we look at the body through a movement lens, addressing muscles, joints, and overall mobility as a whole system.
Keeping your muscles relaxed and flexible between treatments helps you move better, recover faster, and get more lasting results from your care. Here are three simple ways you can support your body at home.
Foam Rolling for Self-Myofascial Release
Foam rolling is like giving yourself a mini deep tissue massage. By applying pressure to tight muscles and fascia, you can:
Improve circulation and muscle recovery
Break up adhesions that restrict movement
Reduce soreness after workouts
Focus on major muscle groups like the calves, quads, hamstrings, and upper back. Just a few minutes per day can make a noticeable difference (Harvard Health).
Keep Moving
Movement is medicine. One of the best ways to keep muscles loose is to avoid staying still for too long. Whether you sit at a desk or are on your feet all day, try incorporating:
Dynamic stretches to keep joints mobile
Short walking breaks every hour
Gentle mobility drills for hips, shoulders, and spine once per hour
This type of intentional movement helps prevent stiffness, supports circulation, and keeps your muscles “primed” for activity.
Strengthening & Corrective Exercises
Weak or imbalanced muscles can create unnecessary tension in other areas of the body and can be a precursor to injury down the road. That’s why part of our three-prong approach at Apex includes rehab and corrective exercises.
At home, try:
Core stability work to support spinal movement and stability
Resistance band exercises for posture and shoulder health
Glute and hip strengthening to reduce strain on the lower back
By reinforcing strong, balanced movement patterns, you’ll help your body maintain progress between visits (Harvard Health).
Why This Matters
When you combine home care strategies like foam rolling, movement, and strengthening with professional care, you’re addressing both immediate relief and long-term function.
This is at the heart of our three-prong approach at Apex:
Chiropractic Adjustments to restore and improve joint motion
Soft Tissue Therapy to relieve tension and improve mobility
Rehab & Exercise to build strong, resilient movement patterns and an injury resistant body
Together, this creates a foundation that helps you move better, recover faster, and stay active longer.
Take the Next Step
Ready to experience a care plan that goes beyond quick fixes? At Apex Sports Medicine, we’ll create a treatment approach tailored to your goals and lifestyle.
👉 Book your appointment today and keep your body moving at its best.