Sports Injuries
Those who prioritize an active lifestyle are usually putting more stress on the body than those who don’t.
We see patients at every stage of life and with a range of athletic abilities.
Those who prioritize an active lifestyle are usually putting more stress on the body than those who don’t.
We see patients at every stage of life and with a range of athletic abilities.
All are hoping to increase their performance through organic chiropractic care. Some of our patients include:
No matter who you are, if you’re committed to exercise or a team or have an activity you love to do, you don’t need to do it in pain. Nor should you. We will find you a wellness plan that will have you crushing your goals. We work with people of all shapes and sizes, from elementary school to college to professional, or those who are just finding that exercise is important to them; we will help get you where you want to be physically.
Understanding the necessity of a balanced body that is well maintained is going to help you thrive in your event and your life.
When we overuse our muscles or joints for sports or exercise, pain is often the product. But how do you continue your favorite hobbies or remain on your team if you’re constantly in pain? The truth is, living that way won’t last long. Your pain will become more severe and may even spread to other areas.
Depending on your physical activity, a chiropractor may be a smart decision on an ongoing basis. If you are often hit or tackled, for instance, working with a chiropractor to increase strength, keep balance, and decompress will help you perform better and get your body trained to support you.
Our sports chiropractors are here to exceed your expectations. We want you to do more than enjoy your activities but truly succeed at them. Whatever your fitness goals are, we aim to get you there, then surpass them. We won’t let pain stand in the way of your victories.
Many of our athletic patients come into one of our four chiropractic offices because they are experiencing one or more of the following conditions:
Some of the leading causes for these sports-related injuries include:
We want to find the natural, safe strategy you’re looking for to get your body working at top speed. No matter your age or fitness level, we have the techniques that will allow your body to shine, endure, and maintain its best form. We’ll put in just as much work as you do to get your fitness goals met.
If you are suffering from a sports injury, we invite you to come in for a visit with one of our sports chiropractors. We are well versed in working with athletes of all athletic abilities. You work hard to promote your fitness health, don’t let your pain or discomfort get in the way of that hard work.
If you are preparing for an event, have been injured in a game, or are trying to get to that next level of ability, we are here to support, educate, and embolden you. Our holistic, non-invasive techniques will safely increase your performance and give you insight into maintenance and ongoing care.
When we say your success is our success, we mean it. We’re athletes ourselves, and we understand the sacrifice and devotion that come with an active lifestyle. We want those things to mean something. If you’re experiencing a sports injury, please contact us so we can get to the root and remedy the problem.
Some of the typical sports injuries we see include:
Our doctors are dedicated to your success, which makes your goals our goals. We will work to find responsible solutions to your care through non-intrusive chiropractic treatment, never promoting the use of masking pain medication. No matter the severity of your injury or pain, we will support you in body, mind, and spirit so you can accomplish what you’re setting out to achieve.
We will thoroughly discuss your needs and create a wellness plan that can be utilized well beyond our in-office meetings. With the proper stretching and exercise techniques, you will have the tools to keep your body functioning at its prime.
To get your body where you want it, we will provide chiropractic care and rehabilitation techniques for the quickest, smartest approach to your wellbeing.
Some of our most common treatments include:
Adjustments are commonly thought of as spinal treatment; however, we can also adjust joints in the feet, wrists, elbows, and other extremities. If you are in pain due to overuse or an injury acquired while training, we may be able to fix the problem with a quick, controlled, manual thrust to the affected area, stabilizing balance and symmetry and responsibly getting your body back to its best self.
Applying Kinesiology Tape to an injured area allows for better blood flow and oxygen to sore, overworked, or injured muscles. It decreases pain while it increases mobility and flexibility.
We will work with you on the best exercises and stretches for your ability and goals. You’ll learn the correct ways to perform this part of your program so you can utilize the benefits at home and while not in our immediate care. We believe that these proactive measures will allow you to strengthen your body and keep you from further injury.
Every service we offer is safe and natural but also effective. We want you to feel confident that your body will not only withstand the pressure it’s put under during your event but will excel throughout. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a consistent stair-user, a skier, hiker, climber, gym-goer, or anything in between, we want to help you out-perform your physical goals.
Sports, games, exercises, competitions; whatever physical activity you like to do, we want you to do it at your best. Your body needs to be at its peak to perform well, and we can help you achieve your goals. Pain should never be part of your regimen, so get it under control quickly so you can continue your training with a healthy, balanced body.
We will use safe, effective, proven techniques to enhance your performance naturally. Your specific wellness plan will benefit all aspects of your life, help you focus, and motivate you to cross the finish line. Whether you’re looking for proactive care or have been injured, let us give you the means to succeed.
All four of our locations have the same process. We’re a lively group of doctors and rehab therapists who want to start your recovery process as quickly as we can. On your first visit, be prepared to discuss your past health conditions, your current discomfort, and your wellness goals. Then, the fun starts. We will dive right in with your physical exam, determine a program you feel comfortable with, and start the healing process.
We know that we’re not the usual chiropractic care office, and our patients love that. Our team works together to best support your body’s full function and complete balance. We’re excited to get started working with you today.
We are happy to contribute to the health of our many sportspeople, athletes, and avid exercisers. Feel free to read some of the testimonials from our patients below.
“I am a very active person and I had increased my training load for an upcoming marathon. Unfortunately, I began having Achilles tendon pain and ankle pain with the increased load. By complete chance I met Dr. Joe Farris and he was able to identify the problem right away. I went to Tangelo in Greenlake and Dr. Joe worked on the pain points while I also received PT with Tyler. As a team they worked very well and I really began to improve. Things started easy, but they adjusted the difficulty such that by the end of 12 sessions I was struggling and the PT became intense! I truly felt like I was building muscles that were underdeveloped. I also have a new workout routine to keep developing these muscles to prevent recurrences.
My pains began to dissipate and I was surprised that never once did anyone tell me that I should stop training or scale back. I’ve had doctors tell me this before, but I feel that they simply don’t understand the mindset of someone who is seriously training for a goal. It’s nearly impossible to stop training! If my body is not completely broken… then I’m running. Fortunately Dr. Joe and Tyler were willing to do their best to ensure that I didn’t miss a step!
At the end of the treatment course I was ready to run the marathon and I set a new PR! Overall I’m very happy with the treatment I received and I would recommend the team without any reservations. I feel like they did a great job.” – Jason D., Greenlake
“To say that Tangelo has changed my life would be the understatement of the year. I was referred to Tangelo by my Orangetheory Fitness Studio, and I met Sean Masters, one of the Rehab Specialists, at a running clinic at OTF.
My problems started several years ago, when I ran a marathon with an injury. I have had nagging, but not debilitating, pain in my hip for years. I knew the problem was in my tensor fasciae latae (TFL) muscle, and I had gotten physical therapy and ART therapy before, but nothing ever stuck. I was also diagnosed with arthritis in my upper back a few years ago, and when my shoulder flared up, I chalked it up to the arthritis. I honestly thought I just had to live with this type of pain.
I recently re-committed to my fitness goals in a major way, and I knew I could not hit my strength goals without treating some of my long-term problems. I have been working with Dr. Dave Mobley and Sean for my treatment, and the program has just been so fantastic. Not only did I get treated for my issues, I learned to re-train my body and fix some fundamental movement patterns to improve my overall mobility and core strength. With their help, I’ve even integrated the majority of physical therapy exercises in my regular workout routine with my personal trainer, so I solidify these habits for life.
The treatment prescribed was aggressive, and it required a daily commitment from me to follow through. But I’m so much happier and stronger, and my problem hip finally feels normal after more than a DECADE of chronic pain – and I’ve only done about seven to eight weeks of treatment. Tangelo is really invested in teaching their patients true functional fitness, and provides a toolbox for people to not just get better, but to stay better and stay healthy. They are truly the best and I’m so glad I found them!” – Joie B.
“Tangelo changes the game. My gym is right next door which is how I heard about them. I decided to check it out about a month ago when I was having severe quad/IT band pain. I wasn’t even sure if my injury was ‘bad’ enough to actually do something about. Fast forward to now, and I feel like my body works a whole new way. The practice of the hands-on/chiropractic goods with the rehab exercises is genius. I just keep thinking about how long I’ve overcompensated my movements and how in just a short time I’ve been able to learn things I can take with me in my workouts on my own and everyday life movement. I had no idea what there was to learn and I’m so, so happy I ended up at Tangelo.
The entire team at West Seattle Tangelo is SO AWESOME. The entire staff is so personable and helpful. Dr. Mike, Robb, Kate, and Garrett are all a treat to be around. I’m going to be so sad to leave!! I HIGHLY recommend them for any kind of pain or weird, funky move your body is unsure about.” – Norah C.
“I visited Dr. Joe at this Tangelo office in November 2017, as I had been struggling with a bad case of golfer’s elbow for nearly two years (from rock climbing.) At the time, just the act of turning a doorknob was painful.
Well, after an intensive two weeks for consultation and rehab treatment, I started climbing again after a forced three-month break. And since then I’ve been hitting it hard with CrossFit 4 – 5 times a week, in combination with training for rock climbing.
I never dreamed I would be where I am at today. In less than a year I’m as fit as ever at the age of 37, and pain-free. I’m climbing stronger than ever before (I started rock climbing 18 years ago), and I’ve also been able to completely recover from a severe ankle sprain and a shoulder injury that occurred in March of this year (mainly due to the experience of how CARs, mobility exercises, etc. can benefit me.) In fact, I still do some of the exercises and stretches that I learned from Dr. Joe and Tyler a few times a week.
Thank you! As the treatment and knowledge that you gave me have been a life changer.” -Aaron R.