Santa Fe Chiropractic & What We Treat | Body In Motion

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At Body In Motion in Santa Fe, we specialize in evidence-based chiropractic care, physical therapy, Active Release Technique (ART), and customized strength training programs designed to help you move better, recover faster, and stay pain-free. Below is an overview of the conditions we commonly treat and how our integrated approach helps restore optimal function.

Sciatica 
Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated or compressed, causing pain down the leg.
How we treat Sciatica:

• Chiropractic adjustments to improve spinal alignment and reduce nerve irritation
• Physical therapy for mobility, nerve glides, and posture correction
• Active Release Technique to release tension in the piriformis, glutes, and lower back
• Strength training to stabilize the core and hips to prevent future flare-ups
• Check out our Blog on how we treat sciatica long term!

Plantar Fasciitis
A common cause of heel pain, plantar fasciitis is often related to tissue overload or biomechanics.
How we treat it:

• Manual therapy and ART to break down scar tissue and improve foot mobility
• Chiropractic adjustments to the foot and ankle for proper mechanics
• Physical therapy exercises for calf flexibility and foot strengthening
• Custom strength programming to reduce strain and improve gait

Rotator Cuff Tears & Shoulder Pain
Rotator cuff injuries can cause pain, weakness, or limited overhead motion.
How we treat it:

• Physical therapy and targeted strengthening to restore shoulder stability
• ART to release adhesions in the rotator cuff and surrounding muscles
• Chiropractic care to improve shoulder, neck, and thoracic spine mechanics
• Personal Training to safely rebuild shoulder function

Hip Impingement (FAI)
Hip impingement leads to pinching pain during squats, walking, or sitting.
How we treat it:

• Adjustments and mobilization to increase hip joint space and improve motion
• Active Release Technique for tight hip flexors, glutes, and deep hip rotators
• Physical therapy focused on mobility, stability, and movement retraining
• Custom strength training to support the hip and optimize movement patterns

Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain)
A common overuse injury, runner’s knee causes pain around the kneecap.
How we treat it:

• Biomechanical assessment to find root causes such as hip weakness or poor tracking
• Chiropractic adjustments for knee, hip, and ankle alignment
• ART to release tension in the IT band, quads, and hip flexors
• Strength programs tailored to runners to improve stride and reduce loading

Shin Splints
Shin splints are often due to overuse, improper footwear, or biomechanical imbalances.
How we treat it:

• ART and soft tissue therapy to reduce tension in the calves and tibialis muscles
• Physical therapy to correct running form and improve tissue resilience
• Chiropractic adjustments to optimize lower-limb mechanics
• Strength programming to improve foot and calf strength

Neck Pain
Neck pain can stem from posture, muscle tension, injuries, or desk work.
How we treat it:

• Chiropractic adjustments to restore mobility and relieve nerve pressure
• ART for tight neck, shoulder, and upper-back muscles
• Physical therapy exercises for posture correction and mobility
• Strength training to support the cervical spine and reduce recurring tension

Low Back Pain
One of the most common conditions we treat, low back pain can result from disc issues, muscle strain, or movement dysfunction.
How we treat it:

• Precise chiropractic adjustments for spinal alignment
• Active Release Technique to release tight lumbar and hip muscles
• Physical therapy for core stability, mobility, and movement retraining
• Custom strength training to build long-term resilience and prevent flare-ups