Athletes & Active Adults
Sports chiropractic care for competitive athletes, recreational players, and anyone staying physically active.
VAL Chiropractic · San Jose, CA
Sports Injury Chiropractor in San Jose
Whether you're a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or just trying to stay active — VAL Chiropractic in San Jose provides chiropractic care for sports injuries, recovery, and performance.
20+Years Experience
All LevelsAthletes Welcome
New PatientsWelcome
Same-WeekAppointments
Shoulder & Hip Care
Evaluation and treatment for shoulder injuries, hip pain, knee problems, and ankle sprains common in sport.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Targeted muscle and fascia work to address tightness, scar tissue, and overuse issues that affect performance.
Performance Recovery
Care designed to support faster return to sport and help you move more efficiently to reduce re-injury risk.
Sports Injury Chiropractic Care in San Jose
Sports and physical activity put significant demands on the body — and injuries happen at every level, from professional athletes to people who exercise recreationally. At VAL Chiropractic in San Jose, Dr. Lam Nguyen, D.C. evaluates and treats sports-related musculoskeletal injuries with an approach focused on root-cause assessment and functional recovery.
Dr. Nguyen has helped athletes recover from shoulder injuries, hip pain, knee issues, ankle sprains, and back problems — getting you back in the game.
Sports Injuries We Commonly Treat
- Shoulder injuries — rotator cuff strains, impingement, AC joint sprains
- Hip pain — hip flexor strains, IT band tightness, hip impingement
- Knee pain — patellar tracking issues, IT band syndrome, ligament strains
- Ankle sprains — lateral ligament injuries, peroneal strains
- Lower back pain — lumbar strain, disc irritation, sacroiliac dysfunction
- Neck pain — cervical strain, upper cross syndrome from training posture
- Overuse injuries — tendinopathy, muscle adhesions, repetitive stress issues
Approach to Sports Chiropractic Care
Dr. Nguyen begins with a thorough evaluation to understand the mechanism of injury, contributing movement patterns, and any underlying imbalances. Care may include spinal and extremity adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and guidance on activity modification during recovery. The aim is to support the healing process and help you return to full activity — not just reduce symptoms temporarily. Individual results vary.
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Common Questions
Sports Injury FAQs
Do you treat sports injuries?
Yes. Dr. Nguyen has extensive experience treating sports-related injuries including shoulder injuries, hip pain, knee pain, ankle sprains, and back and neck pain for athletes of all levels.
Can chiropractic care help with athletic performance?
Chiropractic care is designed to help restore proper joint function, reduce muscle imbalances, and support recovery — which may help you move and perform more efficiently.
How many visits will I need for a sports injury?
That depends on the nature and severity of your injury. Dr. Nguyen will assess your condition and develop an individualized care plan with realistic expectations.
Sports Injury? We Can Help.
VAL Chiropractic is located at 3239 South White Road, San Jose, CA 95148. New patients welcome. Same-week appointments may be available.
Call (408) 532-1139