CONDITIONS WE TREAT

Helping Active Adults, Runners, Cyclists, Lifters, and Athletes Get Out of Pain — and Back to Training

We specialize in treating pain and injuries in people who want to stay active, keep training, and perform at a high level. Whether your goal is to run, lift, cycle, golf, or simply move without pain, we help you find the root cause, fix it, and build long-term durability.

Below are the most common conditions we treat in person at our Charlotte clinic.

Spine & Low Back

• Low back pain (acute or chronic)

• Disc-related pain

• Lumbar stiffness during lifting or running

• Sciatica and nerve irritation

• Pain from prolonged sitting or driving

• Back pain during squats or deadlifts

• Recurrent low back flare-ups

Neck & Upper Body

• Neck pain (stiffness, tension, mobility limitations)

• Headaches related to neck tightness

• Shoulder pain with lifting or overhead work

• Rotator cuff irritation

• Shoulder mobility restrictions

• Upper back tightness affecting posture or breathing

Hip & Pelvis

• Hip flexor pain or tightness

• Glute pain, weakness, or inhibition

• Hip impingement (pinching in the front of the hip)

• SI joint pain

• Hip instability during running or single-leg work

• Pelvic rotation or asymmetry during movement

Knee

• Runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain)

• IT band syndrome

• Pain on stairs, hills, or inclines

• Pain with squats, lunges, or lifting

• Meniscus irritation

• Patellar or quadriceps tendinopathy

• Cycling-related knee pain

Foot & Ankle

• Plantar fasciitis

• Achilles tendinopathy

• Calf tightness or strain

• Recurrent ankle sprains

• Limited ankle mobility affecting squats or running

• Foot pain during long runs or rides

Running-Related Injuries

• Shin splints

• Overuse injuries from mileage increases

• Pace or form-related pain

• Hip drop or knee collapse

• Running gait inefficiencies

• Pain during speed work, intervals, or hills

Cycling-Specific Pain

• Knee pain related to saddle height or volume

• Hip flexor irritation from prolonged positioning

• Low back pain during long rides

• Neck or upper back tension

• Foot numbness or pressure issues

Lifting & Performance Injuries

• Overuse pain from strength training or CrossFit

• Barbell technique issues leading to pain

• Tendon pain (Achilles, patellar, shoulder, elbow)

• Plyometric limitations or discomfort

• Mobility restrictions affecting squat, hinge, or press patterns

Chronic or Recurring Pain

• Pain that comes and goes with training

• Issues that persist despite PT, chiro, or massage

• Long-standing mobility or strength deficits

• Problems limiting confidence or consistency in training

How We Treat These Conditions

Our approach blends chiropractic care with strength-based rehab and performance training, including:

• Targeted manual therapy and adjustments (as needed)

• Soft tissue techniques

• Strength and capacity progressions

• Mobility and control work

• Plyometric and return-to-sport progressions

• Running, lifting, and cycling technique coaching

• A long-term plan for durability and performance

Every session is one-on-one, one hour, and focused on creating lasting change—not temporary relief.