Chiropractic Care in Chattanooga, TN

Sports Chiropractor for Athletes & Active Adults | Root-Cause, Movement-Focused Care

Most chiropractic care stops at "crack and go" a quick adjustment aimed at the spot that hurts, with no real plan for why it keeps happening. If you've been adjusted before and the relief only lasted a few days, the issue usually isn't the adjustment itself. It's that nothing addressed the movement pattern, muscle imbalance, or soft tissue restriction that pulled you out of alignment in the first place.

At ProActive Health, chiropractic care is one part of a larger, root-cause approach built specifically for Chattanooga's athletes, weekend warriors, and active adults. We don't just adjust and send you out the door… we assess how you move, why you're compensating, and what needs to change so the relief actually holds.

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What Makes Our Chiropractic Approach Different

Chiropractic adjustments restore proper joint mechanics and reduce stress on the nervous system, which is a critical piece of resolving pain and restoring function. But an adjustment alone rarely fixes what caused the joint restriction to begin with.

That's why every chiropractic visit at ProActive Health is grounded in:

Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA): We evaluate how your entire body moves (not just the area that hurts) to identify the true source of dysfunction.
Targeted Spinal & Extremity Adjustments: Precise, hands-on adjustments to restore joint mechanics and mobility where you actually need it.
Integration with Soft Tissue Therapy: Adjustments paired with manual therapy like Active Release Technique (ART) and IASTM to address the muscle tightness and adhesions that pull joints out of position in the first place.
A Plan Beyond the Table: Corrective exercise and movement retraining so your body stays in alignment between visits, not just during them.

Who We Treat

We work exclusively with athletic adults and active individuals in Chattanooga who want more than temporary pain relief… they want to keep training, competing, and moving without setbacks. That includes:

Runners dealing with recurring hip, knee, foot/ankle, or low back tightness
CrossFit athletes and weightlifters managing shoulder, low back, or hip dysfunction
Cyclists and climbers with postural or repetitive-strain pain
Weekend warriors returning from injury who want to stay active long-term
Desk-bound professionals whose training is being sabotaged by poor posture and tightness

Conditions Chiropractic Care Can Help With

Low back pain and recurring "tweaks" during training
Neck pain and tension from desk work or poor posture
Shoulder impingement and restricted overhead mobility
Hip tightness and asymmetries affecting running or lifting mechanics
SI joint dysfunction
Sciatica-type symptoms
Postural dysfunction from prolonged sitting
Nagging joint stiffness that limits training intensity

What to Expect at Your First Visit

Your first appointment is about understanding you, your problem, and your goals, not rushing straight to the table.

Comprehensive History: We review your current injury, health history, training load, and goals.
Full-Body Functional Movement Analysis: We assess how your entire body moves to find where the real restriction is coming from, often not where you feel the pain.
In-Depth Exam: We pinpoint the source of your pain based on what we find, not a generic protocol.
Same-Day Treatment: In most cases, we move directly into treatment during your first visit.
Custom Treatment Plan: From there, we build a plan specific to your sport, goals, and movement patterns.

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Meet Your Chiropractor

Dr. Mike Eyerly D.C. ART is a second-generation chiropractor and graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, based in Chattanooga, TN. Dr. Mike specializes in helping athletes and active adults recover from injury and maximize performance through a combination of chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and functional rehabilitation. His goal isn't just to get you out of pain, it's to build lasting capacity so you can train harder without recurring setbacks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor? No. You can schedule directly with us, no physician referral required.

Will one adjustment fix my pain? Sometimes you'll feel immediate relief, but lasting results come from addressing the underlying movement dysfunction, not just the joint restriction. That's why we build a full plan around your assessment findings.

Do you accept insurance? ProActive Health is a direct-pay, out-of-network provider. We accept cash, credit card, HSA, and FSA, and can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for potential partial reimbursement.

Is chiropractic care safe for athletes? Yes. Our adjustments are tailored to your sport, training demands, and movement patterns, with a focus on restoring function so you can keep training, not sit on the sidelines.

Where are you located? ProActive Health is located at 6148 Lee Hwy Suite 130, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

Ready to Fix the Cause, Not Just the Symptoms?

If you're tired of adjustments that only last a few days, it's time for a chiropractic approach built around why the problem keeps coming back — not just where it hurts right now.