Chiropractic Care for Sports Injuries in Rhode Island | DeCrescenzo Chiropractic
Have you suffered a sports injury? Our chiropractic care provides effective, non-invasive treatment for injuries sustained while playing sports, helping you recover quickly and safely. Schedule your consultation today to start your recovery!
Convenient Offices in: East Providence / Pawtucket / Providence / Central Falls
Chiropractic Care for Sports Injuries in Rhode Island
Sports injuries can sideline even the most dedicated athletes, causing pain, reduced mobility, and prolonged recovery times. At DeCrescenzo Chiropractic, we understand the unique demands of sports-related injuries and provide tailored chiropractic care to address both acute and chronic conditions. Whether you’re a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, our non-invasive treatments are designed to speed up recovery, reduce inflammation, and improve overall performance.
Common Sports Injuries We Treat
Our chiropractors specialize in treating a variety of sports-related injuries, including:
- Sprains and Strains: Overextended or torn ligaments and muscles that cause pain and swelling.
- Tendonitis: Inflammation of the tendons caused by repetitive motion.
- Shin Splints: Pain and inflammation along the shinbone, often caused by overuse.
- Rotator Cuff Injuries: Shoulder pain and weakness caused by tendon damage.
- Runner’s Knee: Pain around the kneecap from overuse or misalignment.
Our goal is not only to relieve pain but to identify the root cause of your injury and prevent future occurrences.
Advanced Chiropractic Treatments for Sports Injuries
At DeCrescenzo Chiropractic, we offer a range of cutting-edge therapies to ensure a comprehensive approach to sports injury recovery.

Spinal Manipulation
Spinal manipulation can be highly beneficial for athletes, helping to realign the spine, restore proper biomechanics, and reduce pain after a sports injury. This technique can address joint restrictions and improve overall function, allowing for a faster return to sports activities.

Decompression
Decompression therapy can help alleviate pressure on spinal discs that may have been compressed or herniated during sports activities. By gently stretching the spine, this technique creates negative pressure within the discs, promoting healing and reducing pain.

Class IV Hot Laser Therapy
Class IV Hot Laser Therapy can be instrumental in reducing inflammation and promoting healing of sports injuries. The laser energy penetrates deep into tissues, increasing blood circulation and stimulating cellular regeneration to accelerate the body's natural healing process.

Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy can address pain and soft tissue damage resulting from sports injuries. The high-energy sound waves used in this therapy stimulate the body's natural healing response, breaking down scar tissue, reducing inflammation, and promoting the growth of new blood vessels for long-term pain relief.

Cold Laser Therapy
Cold laser therapy can help manage pain and inflammation associated with sports injuries. It uses low-level laser energy to stimulate cellular activity and reduce pain, providing relief and promoting healing.

Electro Muscle Stimulation
Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) can be used to strengthen muscles weakened or injured during sports activities. By stimulating muscle contractions, EMS helps to restore muscle function, improve stability, and reduce pain, aiding in a faster and more complete recovery.

Intersegmental Traction
Intersegmental traction can help reduce pain and improve mobility after a sports injury. This therapy gently stretches the spine, reducing pressure on discs and nerves, which can be particularly beneficial for those experiencing back or neck pain after intense physical activity.

Ultrasound Therapy
Ultrasound therapy can be beneficial in reducing pain and inflammation after a sports injury. The sound waves generate deep heat within the tissues, increasing blood circulation, relaxing muscles, and promoting healing.
Why Choose DeCrescenzo Chiropractic for Sports Injury Recovery?
At DeCrescenzo Chiropractic, we combine experience, advanced technology, and a patient-focused approach to deliver effective care for sports injuries. Here’s why athletes trust us:
- Personalized Treatment Plans: Every injury is unique, and so is our approach.
- Non-Invasive Therapies: Effective, drug-free treatments that target pain at its source.
- Focus on Prevention: We don’t just treat the injury—we help prevent future ones.
- Comprehensive Care: From spinal adjustments to advanced therapies, we cover all aspects of recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
You should seek chiropractic care as soon as possible after an injury to prevent further damage and start the healing process early.
Absolutely. Regular chiropractic care can improve alignment, flexibility, and strength, reducing the risk of recurring injuries.
Yes, chiropractic treatments are safe, non-invasive, and widely used by professional and amateur athletes alike.
Contact Us for Sports Injury Chiropractic Care in Rhode Island
Don’t let a sports injury keep you on the sidelines. At DeCrescenzo Chiropractic, our team is dedicated to helping you recover faster, prevent future injuries, and achieve peak performance. Visit one of our convenient locations in East Providence, Pawtucket, Providence, or Central Falls for expert care tailored to your needs.

We offer Chiropractic Treatments across Rhode Island at our 4 convenient locations.
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Deborah Holden
So my story:
I had a bad car accident back in 2017 that fractured my left wrist, one of my ribs, my neck seized up and couldent move it to the left, and did something to my lower back where later on it went out where it was consistently going out of alignment. Think of you back as an upside down T, as the ( --- ) is the hips/waist and the ( | ) as the spine. My Spine is a (《 ) and my hips is ( / ), higher on one side then the other. This has caused excessive pain at some points. 8 years later I'm still going for monthly maintenance to keep everything in check. My neck can move after a few treatments and I still get the "rice crispy cereal popping sound" but I don't think that'll ever go away but it's jot as loud and I can move my neck. My lower back is the stubborn problem at this point.
They started doing the shockwave therapy maybe a few years ago at this point and I was a difficult patient to get to try it with all the adjustments and the money I was spending when my back would flare up and really be out of alignment and sometimes have 3 visits a week. I gave in and started the shockwave which made them so happy, and myself after. It was night an day difference. Now I know if I have a flairup that option is there. Due to how well the shockwave treatment works, I have not had many flairups because it works. It breaks down the swelling, inflammation, scar tissue, increases blood flow...etc. My muscles are not pulling my waist as tight in one direction anymore.
Now my most recent issue which one would think why the Chiropractor for this. I woke up the other week and couldent walk on my foot. Thought I stepped wrong at work and pulled a muscle. Over a few days it swelled and got worse. I ended up calling the office to get in for Shockwave knowing it helped my back before. I had, and have, Edema in my right foot, ankle, and calf. It was swollen. Like a balloon. They did the shock and Dr Chris told me to still see my primary which I did and found the reason for it and treating that as well. The Shockwave therapy REMOVED AND DRAINED THE EDEMA!!!! It's not a one time fix due to the cause of the Edema but just had another treatment and still a few more to go. The progress is amazing. I'll upload the before and after pic and you can determine yourself. It's just WOW!
Like i said, I love the treatment, the staff, and I'll continue to come here because if it wasn't for them, I'd be falling apart more then I am now. They keep me tuned up.
(Sorry the after pic of my un swollen foot doesn't show much of the ankle)
You’re not just another appointment on their schedule—they make you feel seen, heard, and cared for. After experiencing the level of care here, I can confidently say I will never go to another chiropractic office again. This team has set the bar incredibly high, and I’m so grateful to have found them.