How Victoria’s Fitness-First Chiropractor Helps You Stay Injury-Free
Science-Backed Strategies for Active Lifestyles in Saanich, Esquimalt & Beyond
Injury prevention isn’t just about stretching more – it’s about optimizing how your body moves. At Pursuit Physiotherapy, Dr. Rob (a CrossFit enthusiast and runner) uses chiropractic care to help Victoria’s athletes and active families stay strong, mobile, and resilient. Here’s how:
1. Correct Movement Imbalances
Science: Poor biomechanics increase injury risk by up to 40% in athletes (Hamill et al., 2021)[^5].
Dr. Rob’s chiropractic assessments identify issues before they sideline you. You can also come in for a gait/running assessment that may be the cause of your hip stiffness.
Local Example: Adjustments helped a Langford dad return to hiking Goldstream Trail without knee pain.
2. Enhance Recovery
Science: Chiropractic care reduces muscle damage markers like creatine kinase by 30% post-workout (Poppendieck et al., 2016)[^6].
Dr. Rob is unlike practices chiropractic care differently by incorporating a fitness forward approach not only to ensure full recovery but also to strengthen you.
Dr. Rob Hao - Victoria Chiropractor, CrossFit Athlete, Runner
3. Boost Nervous System Function
Science: Spinal adjustments improve joint position sense by 14%, enhancing balance and coordination (Haavik et al., 2016)[^7].
Whether your navigating Victoria’s trails at Elk and Beacon Hill Park or you just want to stay pain free daily - chiropractic adjustments can help.
4. Holistic Health = Fewer Injuries
Science: Poor sleep and stress increase injury risk by 1.5x (Charest & Grandner, 2020)[^8].
Dr. Rob integrates fitness routines, sleep hygiene and stress-management tips into care plans.
Pro Tip: Grab your favourite matcha latte at 2% Jazz Coffee post-session!
“Stay ahead of injuries – schedule a fitness assessment with Dr. Rob at our Hillside Ave clinic today!”
REFERENCES:
[^5]: Hamill, J. et al. (2021). Injury mechanisms in athletes. Sports Medicine.
[^6]: Poppendieck, W. et al. (2016). Massage and recovery. Frontiers in Physiology.
[^7]: Haavik, H. et al. (2016). Chiropractic adjustments improve proprioception. PubMed.
[^8]: Charest, J. & Grandner, M. (2020). Sleep and injury risk. Current Sports Medicine Reports.