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. 2023 Apr 5;15(4):e37157.
doi: 10.7759/cureus.37157. eCollection 2023 Apr.

Unlocking Athletic Potential: The Integration of Chiropractic Care into the Sports Industry and Its Impact on the Performance and Health of Athletes and Economic Growth in China and Hong Kong

Andy Fu Chieh Lin  1 , Shun Zhe Piong  2 , William Mh Wan  2 , Peng Li  3   4 , Valerie K Chu  5 , Eric Chun-Pu Chu  2
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Unlocking Athletic Potential: The Integration of Chiropractic Care into the Sports Industry and Its Impact on the Performance and Health of Athletes and Economic Growth in China and Hong Kong

Andy Fu Chieh Lin et al. Cureus. .

Abstract

This study explores the significant role chiropractic care can play in the sports industry, with a focus on countries like China and Hong Kong. As a vital component of sports medicine, chiropractic care can enhance athletic performance, health, and competitiveness by addressing biomechanical imbalances and optimizing neuromuscular function. The potential impact of chiropractic care on the sports industry includes attracting international events and investments, leading to increased economic opportunities, and the overall growth of the industry. Key strategies for promoting chiropractic care in the sports industry encompass developing a robust chiropractic care infrastructure, raising public awareness through targeted campaigns, and implementing supportive policies by governments and sports organizations. The integration of chiropractic care within sports medicine not only benefits individual athletes but also contributes to the broader development and success of the sports industry as a whole.

Keywords: chiropractic; chiropractic treatment; hong kong; olympic; sports medicine.

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The authors have declared that no competing interests exist.

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Figure 1. Integrating chiropractic care into the sports industry
Integrating chiropractic care into the sports industry requires a multi-pronged approach, including the development of a chiropractic care infrastructure, public awareness and educational campaigns, and supportive policies
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