Boulder Sports Clinic

Chiropractic
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in Boulder, CO

At Boulder Sports Clinic, we provide chiropractic care in Boulder focused on pain relief, injury recovery, and improved mobility.

Whether you are recovering from a car accident, staying active as an athlete, or seeking support during pregnancy, our chiropractors take the time to understand how your body moves and tailor care to your goals.

Explore our chiropractic services below or schedule a visit to get started.

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Chiropractic Care in Boulder

The Boulder Sports Clinic Difference

Chiropractic care focuses on restoring normal movement to joints—especially the spine—so your body can move, train, and live with less strain. At Boulder Sports Clinic, chiropractic is used to improve mobility, reduce mechanical stress, and support long-term function—not just to “crack backs.
”We use both traditional adjustments (HVLA) and low-force techniques (Activator, ArthroStim) based on your comfort, goals, and exam findings. Care starts with a thorough evaluation, then fits into a larger plan that may include physical therapy, massage, or advanced therapies.

The goal is simple: help you move better now, recover fully, and stay active doing what you love.
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Who This Page Is For

  • Active adults with recurring neck pain or low-back stiffness
  • Athletes who feel “off” or restricted despite training
  • Desk workers with headaches, neck tension, or poor posture
  • Outdoor enthusiasts dealing with nagging joint pain
  • Pregnant patients seeking gentle, low-force care
  • Anyone who wants to stay active—not just pain-free

The Problem

Joints are meant to move. When they don’t—because of posture, overuse, old injuries, or repetitive stress—your body compensates. Muscles tighten, movement patterns change, and irritation builds.
Think of it like a door hinge that hasn’t been oiled: it still opens, but not smoothly, and everything around it works harder. Chiropractic care helps restore normal joint motion so the rest of the system can relax and function the way it’s supposed to.
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Comprehensive Whole-Body Chiropractic Care

Our chiropractors provide comprehensive chiropractic care that addresses the entire body, not just the spine. While chiropractic care is often associated with back and neck pain, we also evaluate and treat joints such as the hips, knees, ankles, shoulders, elbows, and wrists. By looking at how the body moves as a whole, our chiropractic services focus on improving alignment, reducing pain, and supporting long-term mobility and function.

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Car & Auto Accident Chiropractic Care

After a car accident, chiropractic care can play an important role in recovery. Our auto accident chiropractic services focus on pain relief, restoring mobility, and addressing soft tissue and spinal injuries caused by collisions. We work to reduce inflammation, improve movement, and support long-term healing so patients can safely return to daily activities.
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Chiropractic Adjustments

We provide chiropractic adjustments using a variety of techniques tailored to your symptoms, movement patterns, and comfort level. Whether you are experiencing acute pain, recovering from an injury, or seeking preventive chiropractic care, our adjustment techniques are selected intentionally to improve spinal alignment, reduce pain, and support overall health and long-term mobility.
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Flexion Distraction Therapy

Flexion distraction therapy is a gentle, non-surgical chiropractic technique used to decompress the spine and reduce pressure on spinal discs. This therapy is commonly used as part of chiropractic care for conditions such as disc injuries, sciatica, and chronic lower back pain, helping improve mobility and reduce discomfort.
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Pregnancy Chiropractic Care

Pregnancy places increased physical demands on the body, particularly the spine, hips, and pelvis. Our pregnancy chiropractic care uses gentle, safe chiropractic adjustments to help relieve pain, improve mobility, and support proper alignment throughout each stage of pregnancy, promoting greater comfort and function.
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Spinal Decompression Therapy

Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical chiropractic treatment designed to relieve pressure on spinal discs, joints, and nerves. At Boulder Sports Clinic, we use the HillDT Decompression Table, which adjusts in real time to your body to improve comfort and precision during treatment. This therapy is commonly used in chiropractic care for herniated discs, pinched nerves, sciatica, facet joint pain, and chronic neck or lower back pain, especially when other conservative treatments have not provided sufficient relief.
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How We Treat at Boulder Sports Clinic

We start with an evaluation to understand why you’re limited—not just where it hurts. From there, we build a plan that may include:
  • Chiropractic adjustments to improve joint and tissue mobility when appropriate
  • Physical Therapy for strength, control, and long-term correction
  • Massage Therapy to address muscle tension and soft-tissue restrictions
  • Advanced Therapies (laser, shockwave, decompression, ART, dry needling) when indicated
Treatment is chosen based on findings—not a preset formula.
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What Makes Our Approach Different

  • Team-based care: chiropractors, physical therapists, and massage therapists collaborate
  • Progression-focused: pain relief → correction → performance
  • Education-driven: you learn how to prevent flare-ups
  • Goal-oriented: treatment plans align with your sport, work, or lifestyle

Conditions People Commonly See a Chiropractor For

People seek chiropractic care for a wide range of movement-related issues—often when stiffness, tension, or recurring discomfort is getting in the way of daily life or activity. Chiropractic care is most helpful when joint motion is restricted and the body is compensating around it.
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Common reasons patients come in include:
  • Neck pain and stiffness, often related to posture, screen time, or stress
  • Low back pain, including flare-ups with sitting, lifting, or activity
  • Headaches, especially tension-type or those linked to neck tightness
  • Sciatica, pain that radiates down the leg
  • Mid-back pain or rib stiffness, common with prolonged sitting or training
  • Disc Herniation or Disc Bulge, common cause of lower back and sometimes leg pain
  • Shoulder Impingement or discomfort related to mobility limitations or overuse
  • Hip pain or imbalance that affects walking, running, or lifting
  • Postural strain from desk work or repetitive daily habits
  • Mobility and Flexibility deficits, even when pain has mostly resolved
Many patients seek chiropractic care not just for pain, but because they feel restricted, asymmetrical, or “off” during exercise or everyday movement. An evaluation helps determine whether chiropractic care alone—or in combination with physical therapy or massage—is the best next step.
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Chiropractic Techniques Matched to Your Needs

We provide a range of chiropractic techniques to match each patient’s condition, preferences, and comfort level. By using both high force and low force chiropractic adjustments, our chiropractors are able to deliver effective care that supports pain relief, spinal alignment, and safe recovery.

High Force Low Amplitude (HVLA) Adjustments

High Force Low Amplitude (HVLA) Adjustments:

High Force Low Amplitude (HVLA) chiropractic adjustments use quick, precise movements that may produce a popping sound within the joint. These chiropractic adjustments are commonly used to reduce stiffness, improve joint mobility, and restore proper spinal alignment.
Low Force Techniques

Low Force Techniques:

Low force chiropractic techniques include drop table adjustments, activator technique, flexion distraction therapy, and joint mobilization. These chiropractic services are often recommended for patients who prefer gentler care, have specific health considerations, or require a more gradual approach to treatment.

What Results Patients Can Expect

Most patients notice improved movement and reduced pain and stiffness within the first few visits.
Over the following weeks, the focus shifts to restoring strength, control, and confidence in movement. While timelines vary, many people transition from symptom relief to long-term resilience—moving better, training more consistently, and relying less on “quick fixes.”

FAQ

What is chiropractic care, exactly?

Chiropractic care improves joint mobility and nervous-system function by restoring normal motion to restricted joints, especially in the spine.

Do I have to get my back cracked?

No. We use both traditional adjustments and low-force options. The technique is chosen based on your comfort and exam findings.

Is chiropractic care good for athletes?

Yes. Athletes often use chiropractic care to maintain mobility, recover faster, and move more efficiently.

Can chiropractic help headaches or neck pain?

Often, yes—especially when headaches are related to neck stiffness, posture, or joint restriction.

Is chiropractic safe during pregnancy?

Yes. We are trained in pediatric and perinatal chiropractic care. We use gentle, pregnancy-specific techniques designed for comfort and safety.

How many visits will I need?

Most patients feel pain relief in just a few visits. Most treatment plans are short. But, it ultimately depends on your goals, history, and how your body responds. We reassess regularly and adjust the plan as you progress. You will not be sold thousands of dollars of care on the first visit.

Should I choose chiropractic or physical therapy?

You don’t need to decide. We’ll guide you to the right combination after your evaluation.

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Personalized Chiropractic Care

Schedule your spine and extremity chiropractic evaluation with Boulder Sports Clinic to understand what is contributing to your pain, movement limitations, or discomfort. Our chiropractic care focuses on identifying the root cause and creating a plan that supports recovery, mobility, and long-term health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is chiropractic care?

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Chiropractic care at Boulder Sports Clinic focuses on diagnosing and treating neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions through manual and instrument-assisted adjustments of the spine and extremities. This care aims to improve joint mobility, alignment, and overall function while reducing pain and enhancing movement.

What conditions can chiropractic care treat?

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Chiropractic care can help treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, joint pain, posture-related discomfort, acute and chronic sports injuries, muscle strains, ligament sprains, and certain types of nerve pain. More complex conditions may be addressed in conjunction with physical therapy or other care teams.

What if I am nervous about getting adjusted?

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If you are nervous about chiropractic adjustments, Boulder Sports Clinic offers low-force and alternative techniques such as Activator, Arthrostim, flexion distraction, Active Release Techniques (ART), and Graston Technique. These methods help improve joint mobility with gentler application rather than traditional high-velocity adjustments.

Will I be sore after a chiropractic adjustment?

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Most patients do not experience significant pain during or after chiropractic adjustments. Some may feel mild soreness or discomfort similar to exercise-related muscle soreness, which typically resolves within a day or two. Chiropractors work to ensure adjustments are as comfortable as possible.

Can I work out or train after a chiropractic adjustment?

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In many cases, patients can work out or train after a chiropractic adjustment. Chiropractors at Boulder Sports Clinic can provide guidance on what types of exercise are appropriate based on your injury, treatment plan, and recovery stage.

What should I expect during my first chiropractic visit?

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During your first chiropractic visit, you can expect a thorough evaluation including health history, range of motion and functional testing, a discussion of findings, and often your first treatment. Initial visits typically last longer so your provider can create an individualized care plan.

What is a sports chiropractor?

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A sports chiropractor at Boulder Sports Clinic is a chiropractor who has completed advanced training in sports medicine, including the Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP®) program. This training equips them to manage sports-related injuries, emergency on-field care, and performance-focused chiropractic services.

What happens during a chiropractic adjustment?

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During a chiropractic adjustment, the chiropractor uses their hands or a small instrument to apply a controlled force to a specific joint. The goal is to improve range of motion, enhance joint function, reduce nerve irritability, and ease muscle tension. Adjustments are quick, precise movements that may produce a popping sound as gas is released from joint fluid.

How many chiropractic sessions will I need?

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The number of chiropractic sessions needed depends on your condition, the chronicity of your pain, your personal health goals, and how your body responds to treatment. Some people experience relief after a few visits, while others benefit from ongoing chiropractic care as part of a long-term plan.

Can chiropractic care help with chronic conditions?

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Chiropractic care can be beneficial in managing chronic conditions such as long-standing back pain, old sports injuries, posture-related issues, and arthritis-related discomfort. While it may not cure a chronic condition, chiropractic care can help reduce symptoms, improve function, and enhance overall quality of life.

Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor?

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No referral is needed to see a chiropractor at Boulder Sports Clinic. You can schedule your chiropractic appointment directly without a doctor’s referral, and providers will evaluate you to determine the best plan of care.

What makes Boulder Sports Clinic’s chiropractic care different?

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Boulder Sports Clinic integrates sports medicine, physical therapy, and chiropractic care with advanced training, longer appointment times, and personalized one-on-one care. Providers focus on individualized treatment plans and full-body movement assessments rather than quick adjustments alone.