Sports Injury Chiropractor in Eugene, OR

What Is Sports Injury Chiropractic Care?

Sports injuries range from acute trauma, such as sprains, strains, and fractures, to overuse conditions that develop gradually through repetitive loading. Chiropractic care addresses both by restoring joint movement, reducing soft tissue tension, and supporting the rehabilitation of the structures involved.

Common presentations include ankle sprains, IT band syndrome, shoulder impingement, rotator cuff injuries, shin splints, knee pain, and lower back injuries from athletic loading. Chiropractic care is also commonly used alongside strength and conditioning work during return-to-sport phases, to ensure the injured area is mechanically sound before full training resumes.

At Back2Strength, sports injury care is integrated with on-site spinal rehabilitation and SoftWave shockwave therapy, meaning patients can move through acute care, strengthening, and advanced tissue recovery without leaving the clinic.

How Back2Strength Approaches Sports Injuries

Dr. Andrew Huston's interest in chiropractic started from personal experience. As a collegiate track athlete at Louisiana State University, he suffered a back injury that was misdiagnosed and mistreated for over a month by the athletic training staff before a chiropractor accurately identified and resolved the root cause. That experience shapes how he approaches every sports injury patient: accurate diagnosis first, treatment second.

Dr. Nicholas Brown holds the same Master of Science in Sports Medicine and competed in football and lacrosse at Husson University, including selection for the NEILA Senior All-star game. He continues to compete in jiu-jitsu at the national level. Eric Clausen, CSCS, leads the rehabilitation side with a Kinesiology degree from the University of Northern Colorado and nine years of one-on-one strength and conditioning work.

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What to Expect at Your First Sports Injury Appointment

Assessment

Your chiropractor will review your injury history, identify the structures involved, and assess how the injury is affecting your movement mechanics before recommending a care plan.

Treatment

Treatment typically includes chiropractic adjustment, soft tissue work, and taping or bracing where appropriate. You may also be referred to Eric for rehabilitation or the SoftWave team depending on your presentation.

Follow-Up

Follow-up appointments are typically 30 to 45 minutes, structured around a gradual return to full training load rather than requiring complete rest.

What Sports Injury Treatment Can Help You Achieve

The primary goal for most athletes is a safe, structured return to their sport. Treatment is designed around that endpoint, not just symptom reduction. Addressing the root cause of an injury, whether a joint restriction, a muscle imbalance, or a movement pattern fault, also reduces the likelihood of recurrence once training resumes.

For injuries that involve tendon or soft tissue damage, SoftWave shockwave therapy is available on-site and accelerates healing in cases that respond slowly to manual care alone. Most patients are able to continue modified training throughout their care rather than stopping entirely.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Injury Care

Can a chiropractor treat sports injuries?

Yes. Chiropractors are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, including those common in sport. At Back2Strength, Drs. Brown and Huston hold Master of Science degrees in Sports Medicine in addition to their chiropractic degrees, giving them advanced clinical training for traumatic and overuse injury presentations.

How soon after an injury should I come in?

For acute injuries, earlier assessment is generally better. Getting an accurate diagnosis quickly means treatment can begin before compensatory movement patterns develop. For overuse injuries that have built up over time, there is no urgency, but earlier intervention typically means a shorter recovery.

Do I need to stop training while I receive treatment?

Not necessarily. This depends on the injury and your goals. Many patients continue modified training throughout their care, and the rehabilitation component of treatment is designed to support a gradual return to full load rather than require complete rest.

What is the difference between chiropractic and sports medicine for injuries?

In practice, the two overlap significantly. At Back2Strength, the chiropractic and sports medicine training are held by the same practitioners: Drs. Brown and Huston completed both their DC degrees and their MS degrees in Sports Medicine at the University of Western States. Treatment integrates both disciplines in the same appointment.

Book a Sports Injury Appointment in Eugene

Back2Strength is accepting new patients at our Delta Oaks Drive clinic in Eugene.

Whether you are dealing with a recent injury, a recurring issue, or an overuse condition that has not responded to rest, our team has the training and the tools to help.

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