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Sports Injury Chiropractic Care

Faster recovery, better mobility, and fewer nagging injuries — for weekend warriors and competitive athletes alike.

You don't have to be a professional athlete to put repetitive stress on the same joints and muscles. Runners, weekend basketball players, and gym regulars all benefit from a chiropractor who understands athletic movement, not just general pain relief.

Common Sports Injuries We Treat

  • Tennis elbow and other overuse tendon injuries
  • Shoulder impingement and rotator cuff tightness
  • Runner's knee and IT band tightness
  • Low back strain from lifting or twisting movements
  • Plantar fasciitis and ankle mobility restrictions

Recovery Tools for Athletes

Alongside adjustments, we lean on compression pump therapy to boost circulation and flush soreness, Erchonia laser therapy for inflammation, and Graston technique to break up scar tissue that's limiting your range of motion.

Staying Ahead of Overuse Injuries

Many athletic injuries build gradually rather than happening all at once. Regular checkups can catch these patterns before they turn into a sidelined week. Read more in our blog post on chiropractic care for athletes.

Why Athletes Choose LA Chiro Care

  • Treatment built around your sport and movement pattern
  • Compression therapy to speed recovery between sessions
  • Graston technique for stubborn scar tissue and tightness
  • Laser therapy for inflammation without missing training time
  • Flexible scheduling, including house calls

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be injured to see a sports chiropractor?

No — many athletes build a maintenance visit into their monthly routine to stay ahead of overuse injuries, the same way they'd schedule a massage.

Will treatment keep me out of training?

Usually not. Most sports injury treatment plans are designed to keep you training and competing while we address the underlying issue.

What's the difference between this and a sports massage?

Chiropractic care addresses joint mobility and alignment in addition to soft tissue, giving a more complete picture than massage alone — and the two are often used together.

Sports injury care

Ready to feel your best?

Book your visit at our Sherman Oaks clinic, Glendale office, or request a house call.

New patient? See answers to common questions or take a look inside the clinic.