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From weekend warriors to pro athletes, chiropractic care helps improve performance, prevent injury, and speed up recovery. Learn how Chiropractic Fitness supports active lifestyles!
Chiropractic Fitness | 704-543-7206 |8316 Pineville-Matthews Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226 | chiropracticfitness.com
Hey everyone, welcome back to Back To Fitness! I’m Dr. Craig Schulman, and today we’re diving into an exciting topic — chiropractic care for athletes.
Now, you don’t have to be a professional to experience the wear and tear that sports and exercise put on your body. Whether you’re a runner, a CrossFitter, a weekend golfer, or just someone who loves to stay active, chiropractic care can be a game-changer for your performance and recovery.
Let’s start with one big myth — chiropractic care isn’t just about fixing injuries after they happen. It’s actually one of the best ways to prevent injuries in the first place.
When your spine is properly aligned and your joints are moving the way they should, your body is able to handle stress, impact, and motion so much better. That means fewer strains, fewer sprains, and fewer setbacks.
But what happens when injuries do occur?
Chiropractic adjustments can help speed up healing by improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and restoring proper nerve function. We also use therapies like soft tissue work, stretching programs, and sometimes spinal decompression — depending on what you need — to get you back in action faster.
Athletes also come to us because regular chiropractic care improves overall performance. A well-aligned body moves more efficiently. Range of motion improves. Reaction time sharpens. Strength output can even increase.
When your nervous system and musculoskeletal system are working in sync, your athletic potential really shines.
At Chiropractic Fitness, we create personalized care plans based on your sport, your body mechanics, and your goals. Whether you’re chasing a new personal record or just want to stay pain-free during your pickleball games, we can help you move better and feel better.
And remember — you don’t have to wait for an injury to take advantage of chiropractic care.
Taking care of your body proactively is what keeps you in the game for the long haul.
If you’re curious about how chiropractic can help you up your game, give us a call.
Chiropractic Fitness is ready to support your active life.
Thanks again for tuning in — we’ll catch you next time!
I came in with a reversed cervical curve and Dr. Schulman was able to completely fix it. He uses different techniques than just the basic readjustments that most chiropractors do, so he actually fixes problems long term. Mary the receptionist is also so sweet and welcoming. Always brightens my day to see her!
I’m so glad I came here! 🙌 Everyone made me feel like they genuinely cared about my health and getting me better. I had never had X-rays done on my back before, and being able to actually see what was going on and understand that there were ways to improve it made me feel much more at ease. I really appreciate the doctor for explaining everything, giving me stretches to work on at home, and providing adjustments that have been helpful. I’m definitely coming back!
Great experience! Went in for a DOT exam and it was super fast the doctor and front desk were very nice.
I highly recommend Dr. Schulman! He is personable, knowledgeable, and professional. I went from having neck and back pain almost every day to having no pain at all. I also continued seeing him throughout my pregnancy, and he was always thoughtful about accommodating me and adjusting care as needed. Sheila and Mary at the front are so sweet and welcoming as well. I’m very appreciative of the care and kindness I’ve received here!
I came into Dr. Schulman's office with severe sciatica pain, heel pain on right, and such a tight neck that I couldn't sleep at night from throbbing aches and pains. Now that I've been seeing Dr. Schulman for 3 months now, I'm running with my dogs again, and getting back into the gym without any back or neck pain. Best decision I ever made for self care! Highly recommend!
I have endured an 18 year headache due to a car accident. I’ve visited multiple Chiropractors over the years with no change to my issue. I’m now seeing there is light at the end of this dark tunnel. The care that I am receiving is unmatched. I no longer have a constant headache. I recommend coming here for Chiropractic care if you desire to get better.
I found Dr. Schumann at the Taste of Charlotte a few weeks back, and it has completely turned everything around for the better. I have had chronic pain in my low back, hip, leg, and groin since November of 2025 (~7 months unresolved). I went to orthopedic doctors, physiologists, physical therapists and more in that time frame — no one was able to give me a concrete or definite source of my pain — if anything, I was thrown around a million different diagnoses and treatments. I’m a healthy, active 26 y/o and had no prior injury. Very quickly (when I say fast, I mean with scans evaluated during our FIRST consult) Dr. Schumann was able to identify that I’ve had a pinched nerve at my S1. I’ve been following his plan for the last two weeks and have already felt relief that I completely forgot exists. I can proudly say that I am no longer in chronic pain, while I experience minimal flares as we work to fully resolve the issue. I plan to continue treatment until my spine is realigned. Whether you’re in need of immediate relief, long term relief, or someone that will affirm you are not crazy and there is a source to your pain — Chiropractic Fitness is the place to go (and Dr. Schulman’s team is absolutely phenomenal and so helpful).
Excellent care. Knowledgeable chiropractor and patient care.