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How Baseball & Softball Players Can Protect Their Shoulders All Season

Shoulder injuries are one of the most common problems for throwing athletes. Whether you’re a pitcher, infielder, outfielder, or catcher, keeping your shoulders healthy through a long season is the difference between consistency and frustration. At TRC+ in Boise, we see athletes every week who don’t necessarily have a “torn” shoulder — they just have one that’s overworked, imbalanced, or breaking down from repetitive stress. The good news is that most of these issues can be prevented with the right preparation, strength work, and recovery routine.

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Sports Chiropractic vs. Regular Chiropractic: What’s the TRC+ Difference?

If you’ve ever Googled “chiropractor near me,” you’ve likely seen dozens of options—many of which focus on quick adjustments and general pain relief. But what if you’re more than just sore? What if you’re an athlete, a CrossFitter, a weekend warrior, or someone trying to get back to full speed after an injury? That’s where sports chiropractic comes in—and it’s exactly what sets TRC+ apart from traditional chiropractic offices.

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When Knee Pain Sidelines Your Training: Understanding Patellar Tendinopathy (“Jumper’s Knee”)

For active adults and athletes, knee pain can be one of the most frustrating obstacles to training. It sneaks in gradually — first as a small ache during squats or runs, then as a sharp pain that lingers long after your workout. What often starts as a mild discomfort can evolve into a chronic, nagging condition known as patellar tendinopathy, or “jumper’s knee.” This injury is especially common in athletes who jump, sprint, or lift heavy, such as basketball and volleyball players, runners, or gym enthusiasts who perform deep squats and Olympic lifts. The patellar tendon, which connects your...

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Shoulder Pain from Training? Here’s What’s Really Going On (and How to Fix It)

If you’ve spent any time in the gym or on the field, you’ve probably felt it — that dull ache or pinching sensation deep in your shoulder when pressing, reaching overhead, or sleeping on your side. It’s one of the most common issues I see in active adults and athletes, and it often comes down to a condition called shoulder impingement.

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