Passionate about skiing
We're mad on skiing at Putney Chiropractic. Dr Craig has been heavily involved in the ski industry since 1999 and he understands the particular demands skiing places especially the spine.

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World renowned skiers Graham Bell and Konrad Bartelski have been visiting the practice with great results. Graham was due a further shoulder operation which has now been postponed and we have enabled him to keep on with his downhill runs when filming for the BBC's Ski Sunday program. Konrad’s troublesome neck injury was resolved at PCC.

We work closely with Warren Smith of the Warren Smith Ski Academy in Verbier since 2002. Warren has often flown direct from Switzerland to Putney to get his spine adjusted and Warren shares his story here. Dr Craig has been invited to be a member of Warren's bio-mechanics and physiology experts.

We also work with the Ski Club of Great Britain who feature our strengthening exercises on their website.

Prepare your body for the piste
Working with many skiers, from very experienced to total novices, we have noticed that most found that they were compromised to some extent with their movement and flexibility on the slopes.

We can work in association with specialized ski boot fitters and ski coaches so all three areas are covered with regards to correct equipment, coaching and body performance.

|The PCC Assessment
The assessment at Putney Chiropractic involves looking at two different areas of imbalance. The first involves a bio-mechanical testing including range of motion and flexibility, and second is a neurological assessment to determine the neuro-muscular deficiencies unique to each individual including myotomal strength, core strength and proprioception.

If imbalances are found in either the biomechanics or the neurology then a course of treatment is set to attempt to resolve these blockages. Benefits can include improvement in:

- Significant turn preference
- Poor fore/aft control (back seat skiing)
- Early leg burn
- Back, leg, knee or foot pain
- Slow technical development (plateau)
- Office to piste transition

Bespoke programme of care
Clients are presented with a report and a unique tailored programme using bespoke combination chiropractic treatment, ski specific exercises, and alignment correction.

We also promote the importance of core strength and training before heading off to the piste. Our exercises are designed to improve optimal range of motion and strength across the key joints used while skiing to increase performance and reduce the chance of injury.

Check us out at this years Metro Ski Show at Olympia.

Ski exercises to boost performance
A series of stretches and strengthening exercises have been specifically designed for our clients who want to take their skiing to the next level.

Our exercises are designed to you optimal range of motion and strength across the key joints used while skiing. There is an emphasis on independent leg strength and control.

Performed correctly these exercises will increase your performance and reduce the chance of injury.

Ski Flexibility and Mobilisation
A series of stretches developed specifically for the skier for the skier to prepare for and during ski activity.

Ski Strength and Endurance
A series of strengthening exercises specifically for the skier to enhance movement and endurance on piste.

Ball Exercises – Basic
These exercises are designed to improve the stability and strength of the trunk, low back and abdominal muscles.

Sensible precautions
Begin your exercise regime a minimum 6 weeks prior to departure, and complete an 8-10min warm up (run/cycle) before starting.

Putney Chiropractic Centre strongly recommends that you do not attempt these activities if you carry an injury or have a low level of fitness.

Other solutions
We recognize that problems with your skiing are not just related to how your body is performing.

Our strong associations with other experts helps us to help you with the complete solution whether it be equipment (Profeet) or technique (Warren Smith Ski Academy).