That Nagging Injury Isn't Going Away on Its Own
You modified your workout. You iced it. You told yourself it would work itself out after a few more games. But the ache in your shoulder from tennis, the knee that flares up after every run along the 606, or the elbow that's been bothering you since your last pickleball tournament is still there, and it's starting to change how you move, not just how you play.
You don't want to stop being active. You want whatever is actually wrong fixed, by someone who understands what your body needs to get back to full speed, not just told to rest and hope for the best.
What Sports Chiropractic Care Treats
Sports chiropractic addresses the strains, overuse injuries, and alignment issues that come from repetitive movement and physical activity: things like tennis and golfer's elbow, runner's knee, shoulder impingement from overhead sports, and the low back and hip tightness that shows up after CrossFit, pickleball, or long training blocks. The goal isn't just pain relief. It's correcting the underlying mechanics so the injury doesn't keep coming back every season.
Treatment Built for Active Bodies
Dr. Steinys has practiced in Bucktown for over 20 years and trains for races alongside her own patients, so she understands the demands you're putting on your body, not just in theory. She's certified in Graston Technique and McKenzie Therapy, and uses Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) and the Cox Technique for disc-related and mechanical issues that come up in active patients. Every visit is one-on-one with Dr. Steinys, and her plans are built around what you actually do, whether that's pickleball three times a week or training for your next 5k on the Bucktown course.
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Graston Technique for scar tissue, tendonitis, and soft-tissue restrictions
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McKenzie Therapy and Cox Technique for disc and mechanical low back issues
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Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) to correct the movement patterns behind repeat injuries
What to Expect From Your First Visit
1. ASSESSMENT
Dr. Steinys evaluates your injury, your sport or training routine, and the movement patterns behind the problem, not just the symptom.
2. TREATMENT
You receive a targeted combination of adjustment, Graston or soft-tissue work, and modalities like kinesiotape, cold laser, or electric muscle stimulation depending on the injury.
3. RETURN TO PLAY
Your plan is built to get you back to your sport, with guidance on what to modify in the meantime so you don't re-injure the same area.
Why Patients Keep Coming Back
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Faster relief from overuse injuries like tennis elbow, runner's knee, and shoulder strain
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Treatment built around your actual sport and training load, not a generic protocol
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Lower re-injury risk through corrected movement patterns, not just symptom management
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One-on-one care from a provider who trains and competes herself
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports injuries do you commonly treat?
Pickleball and tennis elbow, runner's knee and IT band issues, shoulder strain from overhead sports, and the low back and hip tightness common in CrossFit and strength training are among the most frequent.
Do I need to stop playing my sport while I'm being treated?
Usually not entirely. Dr. Steinys will tell you specifically what to modify or scale back based on your injury, with the goal of keeping you as active as safely possible while you heal.
How is sports chiropractic different from regular chiropractic care?
The techniques used, like Graston, McKenzie Therapy, and DNS, are specifically suited to overuse and movement-pattern injuries common in athletes, and the treatment plan is built around your training demands, not just general spinal health.
How many visits will I need?
It depends on the injury and how long it's been going on, but Dr. Steinys will give you a clear plan and timeline after your first assessment rather than an open-ended "come back and see."
Does insurance cover sports chiropractic visits?
Core Chiropractic accepts insurance for many plans, and the office verifies your specific benefits before treatment begins.
