The ASR Approach to Sports Injury

This course, presented by Dr. Kirk Lee, offers chiropractors a comprehensive approach to managing sports injuries. Participants will learn a unique combination of adjustments, supportive procedures, and rehabilitative exercises designed to effectively treat common athletic ailments. The curriculum covers injuries frequently seen in runners, walkers, and athletes participating in sports such as football, baseball, soccer, and volleyball. Originally delivered in October 2010 and sponsored by Foot Levelers, this program aims to equip practitioners with the skills to become the go-to chiropractor for sports-related injuries. It provides valuable insights into diagnosis and treatment plans, enhancing a chiropractor's ability to care for a wide range of sports-related conditions.

• •Understand the ASR (Assessment, Stabilization, Rehabilitation) approach framework for evaluating and managing acute and chronic sports injuries
• •Identify common sports injuries in runners, walkers, and athletes in football, baseball, soccer, and volleyball
• •Apply appropriate chiropractic adjustments and manipulative techniques specific to sports-related conditions
• •Develop comprehensive treatment plans incorporating supportive procedures and rehabilitative exercises
• •Implement evidence-based rehabilitation protocols to optimize athletic recovery and prevent re-injury
• •Differentiate between injuries requiring referral versus those appropriate for chiropractic management
• •Establish yourself as a sports medicine specialist to attract and retain athlete patients