Whether you’re training for the Chicago Marathon, running along the lakefront, or just jogging through Lincolnwood’s beautiful trails, running is one of the best ways to stay healthy and active. But for many runners, nagging injuries like knee pain, hip tightness, and lower back aches can put a quick stop to your routine.

At Bourdage Chiropractic, we love helping Chicago runners of all levels stay strong, pain-free, and performing their best — naturally.

Why Do Runners Get Injured So Often?

Running is simple, but it’s repetitive. Every step puts stress on your spine, hips, knees, and feet. Over time, small misalignments in your spine and pelvis can throw off your body’s mechanics, causing tight muscles, uneven wear, and overuse injuries.

Common issues we see with runners include:

• Shin splints
• Runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain)
• Hip tightness or IT band pain
• Lower back pain
• Plantar fasciitis

How Chiropractic Helps

As a vitalistic chiropractor in Lincolnwood, I don’t just focus on the pain — I focus on the whole system. Here’s how chiropractic care helps runners:

– Keeps Your Spine & Hips Aligned

Misalignments in your pelvis and lower spine can cause uneven stride and extra stress on your joints. Adjustments help keep your body balanced so you move efficiently.

– Improves Nervous System Function

Your nervous system controls every muscle in your body. By clearing stress from your spine, chiropractic care helps your brain communicate better with your muscles — meaning better coordination and fewer injuries.

– Speeds Recovery

Regular adjustments help reduce inflammation and keep your joints moving properly, so small aches don’t become big injuries that sideline you.

– Supports Whole-Body Wellness

When your spine and nervous system are working well, you sleep better, recover faster, and handle the physical stress of training more easily.

If you are a runner, give us a call to schedule an appointment or you can click here to schedule with us. We look forward to meeting you!