Youth sports have come a long way — more teams, more competition, and more expectations than ever before.
But with all that growth, there’s also been a major increase in something else: overuse injuries, burnout, and inconsistent development.
That’s where performance-focused chiropractic care comes in.
At Fortify Chiropractic in Lubbock, we help youth athletes not just recover, but move better, stay healthier, and perform at a higher level.
Injuries Are Getting Younger
The rise of year-round sports, early specialization, and tournament-heavy schedules has led to:
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Stress fractures in middle schoolers
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Shoulder pain in 12-year-old baseball players
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Chronic knee pain in teenage soccer players
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Back issues in competitive gymnasts and volleyball athletes
These aren’t freak accidents — they’re signs of too much volume, too little recovery, and movement inefficiency.
Our Approach to Youth Athlete Care
Whether your child is a high performer or just getting started, they deserve more than a “rest and wait” approach.
Here’s what performance care looks like at Fortify:
Movement Assessments – Catch faulty mechanics before they lead to injury
Hands-On Treatment – Soft tissue therapy and gentle adjustments when needed
Strength-Based Rehab – Focused on coordination, core control, and power development
Return-to-Sport Strategy – Not just “pain-free” but physically and mentally ready to play
We don’t just chase symptoms — we build a stronger, more durable athlete.
Why It Matters Long-Term
Athletes who learn how to move well early are more likely to:
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Perform better under pressure
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Avoid chronic pain later in life
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Build real confidence in their body
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Transition to higher levels of sport more safely
And even if your child doesn’t plan to “go pro,” the lessons from structured performance care — strength, mobility, discipline — pay off in every area of life.
Who It’s For
We regularly work with youth athletes in:
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Baseball / Softball
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Volleyball
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Soccer
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Football
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Gymnastics / Cheer
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Track and CrossFit
From growth plate concerns to movement prep and performance tuning — our job is to keep your young athlete in the game and performing their best.
Final Word for Parents
If your kid keeps getting the same injury…
If they’re moving awkwardly or compensating during their sport…
Or if they’re training hard but not seeing the performance gains they should…
There’s likely more to the story than soreness or “just growing.”
Early care matters. And at Fortify Chiropractic, we’re here to support the next generation of athletes with care that builds strong foundations — not just quick fixes.
Fortify Chiropractic | Lubbock, TX
Performance-focused care for athletes of all ages.
Dr. David Farley
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