Who this page is for
- Student athletes in school and club sports such as football, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, cheer and swimming
- Gym and strength athletes who lift, do CrossFit-style training or take fitness classes
- Weekend athletes in adult leagues, martial arts, cycling and other sports
Golfers, pickleball players and runners have a page of their own.
What athletes commonly come in for
- Sprains, strains and overuse injuries
- Shoulder pain from throwing, swimming and overhead lifting
- Knee pain from running, jumping and cutting
- Elbow pain from throwing, gripping and racquet sports
- Low back pain from lifting and twisting
- Neck pain after a hit or a fall
If you have had a concussion, tell us at your first visit. We take it into account in your exam and work alongside your medical providers.
How care works here
We look for why the injury happened as well as where it hurts. A sore shoulder may trace back to the upper back or neck, and a sore knee to the hip or ankle. Depending on what we find, your care may include:
- Chiropractic care for the spine and for shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles
- Shockwave therapy, which patients commonly seek for stubborn tendon pain
- Class IV laser therapy for sprains and joint pain
- Instrument-assisted soft-tissue work, deep tissue massage and Active Isolated Stretching
- Neuromuscular re-education to retrain the movement behind the injury
Laser therapy, shockwave therapy and massage are offered at the Brandon office.
In season and out
An injury does not always mean sitting out. Often you can keep training at a lighter load while the tissue settles. Your provider will tell you what to limit and when to build back up.
Young athletes
Children 12 and under have their own fee schedule: $162.50 for the new patient visit and $50 for follow-ups. See fees and payment.
Cost
Natural Healing of Tampa Bay is a self-pay practice with posted prices. For adults, the new patient visit is $325 and includes the first adjustment. Neck X-rays are $35 and follow-up visits are $100. See fees and payment.
Where we see patients
We see patients in Tampa at 4017 Henderson Blvd. on Mondays, and in Brandon at 911 S Parsons Ave, Suite A, Monday through Thursday. Call (813) 655-2829 or request an appointment online.
Frequently asked questions
Can I keep training while I’m being treated?
Often, yes, at a lighter load. It depends on the injury, and your provider will tell you what to limit.
How long until I can compete again?
It varies with the injury and how long you have had it. You will get an estimate at your evaluation, and no timeline is promised.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can schedule directly.