Athletes put their bodies through intense physical demands—whether it’s training, competition, or simply staying active. Over time, repetitive movement, sudden impact, or overuse can lead to injuries, stiffness, or reduced performance.
At Alive and Wellness, Dr. Aletha provides care as a trusted sports chiropractor in Atlanta, helping athletes of all ages and levels recover from injuries, move better, and prevent future setbacks.
How Sports Chiropractic Helps Athletes
Sports chiropractic care goes beyond just treating injuries. By improving spinal alignment and supporting the nervous system, it helps your body adapt, recover, and perform at its best.
- Improved Mobility: Gentle adjustments restore joint movement and flexibility.
- Injury Recovery: Reduces inflammation, promotes healing, and helps you return to activity faster.
- Performance Enhancement: Keeps the nervous system sharp and muscles coordinated for peak performance.
- Injury Prevention: Balanced joints and muscles lower the risk of future injuries.
Common Sports Injuries We Help With
Our chiropractic care supports recovery from:
- Sprains and strains
- Shoulder, knee, and ankle pain
- Back and neck injuries from sports impacts
- Sciatica and nerve irritation
- Overuse injuries (like tennis elbow or runner’s knee)
- Postural issues that affect performance
Techniques Used in Sports Chiropractic
Dr. Aletha combines gentle adjustments with supportive therapies to create a customized plan for every athlete:
- Full Spine & Extremity Adjustments: Restores alignment in the spine, shoulders, knees, and ankles.
- Thompson Drop Table Technique & Lightforce Adjustments: Precise, low-force care that reduces stress on joints.
- Activator Method: Gentle instrument-assisted adjustments for sensitive or injured areas.
- Electric STIM: Relaxes tight muscles and improves recovery time.
- Neuromuscular Re-education (NMR): Re-trains muscles for better movement and stability.
What to Expect at Your Visit
- Evaluation & History: We’ll discuss your activity level, injuries, and goals.
- Movement Assessment: Tests for mobility, strength, and posture.
- Chiropractic Care: Tailored adjustments and therapies to relieve pain and restore function.
- Prevention Plan: Exercises and strategies to keep you strong and performing at your best.
Nutrition Support with Standard Process® & Detox Guidance
As part of our holistic approach, we proudly use Standard Process® whole food supplements and the Standard Process Purification Program to help you feel your best from the inside out.
Every day, your body is exposed to toxins, through food, air, water, and medications. Over time, this can contribute to symptoms like fatigue, cravings, headaches, digestive problems, and low immunity.
The Standard Process Purification Program
Unlike restrictive fad diets or short-term cleanses, the Standard Process Purification Program is a whole-body reset that supports long-term wellness. This program is about learning what your body needs, and giving it the support to thrive. You'll learn how to:
- Eliminate processed and sugar-laden foods
- Support healthy digestion, mental clarity, and energy
- Fuel your body with clean, whole-food nutrition
- Improve function across major organ systems
- Build lasting healthy habits
Play Hard, Recover Smarter
Whether you’re a weekend runner, a student athlete, or a lifelong competitor, chiropractic care helps you stay active, recover faster, and perform at your peak.
At Alive and Wellness, we’re proud to support athletes across Atlanta’s Westside, Midtown, Blandtown, Upper Westside, and Howell Station.