Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Chiropractic in Murray, UT

Can a sports chiropractor help with back pain in Murray, Utah?

Yes. Chiropractic care is a safe and effective option to help with low back pain. Low back pain can result from a variety of causes; muscle tightness, joint restriction, disc bulge, and strain-sprain injuries are among the most common causes of low back pain that respond well to chiropractic care. Sports chiropractors are specifically trained to look at all of the factors of your injury, determine an accurate diagnosis, and provide care that can quickly get you up and going again. A typical treatment plan provided in our sports chiropractic and rehabilitation office for our Salt Lake City area residents focuses on restoring normal tissue tone to tight muscles, normal movement to affected spinal joints, and a focused rehabilitation and home care exercise plan tailored to your condition and goals.

How Long Until I feel Better?

Most patients at Revive Sport & Spine see significant improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent care, and many feel noticeable relief after their first few visits. That said, everyone heals differently; your timeline depends on the severity of your condition, how long it's been going on, and how consistently you follow your care plan. We track your progress with objective measures (range of motion, strength tests, pain scores) and adjust your treatment as you improve. We'll give you a realistic timeline at your first visit based on your specific situation.

Can a sports chiropractor help with sciatica in Murray, Utah?

Yes. One of the most common conditions successfully treated in a sports chiropractic office is sciatica. Sciatica is often a presentation of multiple underlying issues. Without an extensive anatomy lesson, the sciatic nerve exits the spine at the lower back and proceeds to course down the back of the leg. Proper movement, decreased muscle tightness, and exercises to reduce discomfort and pain produced by a bulging disc are all well within the realm of care of a skilled sports chiropractor. If you are looking for help with your sciatica and are in Murray, Utah, or in the surrounding Cottonwood Heights, Holladay, or Salt Lake City, Utah, area, we are here to help.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes, Revive Sport & Spine accepts most major insurance plans, including select PPO plans, and we're happy to verify your specific coverage before you come in. We also offer affordable cash-pay options for patients who prefer to pay out of pocket or don't have insurance. Just call our Murray, Utah, office at 801-944-1855, and we'll check your benefits, explain your coverage, and answer any questions. No surprises, no hidden fees, just transparent care from the start. We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United HealthCare, Select Health, Cigna, PEHP, University of Utah, and Medicare.

What should I expect at my first visit?

Your first visit to Revive Sport & Spine is thorough and unhurried; we don't rush through new patients. You'll receive a complete history, a functional movement assessment, and an orthopedic evaluation to identify the root cause of your pain, not just the symptoms. We take the time to understand your goals, whether that's running a marathon, getting back to golf, or simply living pain-free. From there, we build a personalized treatment plan that may include chiropractic adjustments, dry needling, shockwave therapy, or rehab exercises, and we explain everything along the way. No pressure. Initial appointments are 45-60 minutes. Book Today.

What's the difference between Revive and a standard chiropractor?

At our Murray, UT, sports chiropractic clinic, we focus on active rehabilitation, strength, and performance, not just spinal adjustments. While traditional chiropractors may rely primarily on adjustments, we combine chiropractic care with dry needling, shockwave therapy, cupping + red light therapy, soft tissue work, and individualized exercise rehab. We use functional assessments to find the root cause of your pain. We give you the tools to stay healthy long-term: rehab exercises, movement corrections, and lifestyle guidance, so you're not just feeling better between visits; you're actually getting stronger and more resilient over time.

Do you treat auto accident injuries?

Yes, absolutely. If you've been in a car accident in the Salt Lake City or Murray, Utah, area, we can help with whiplash, back pain, neck pain, headaches, and soft tissue injuries. We provide thorough exams, imaging and orthopedic referral if needed, and detailed documentation for your insurance claim or personal injury case. Early treatment after an accident leads to faster, more complete recovery, and we work directly with your insurance so you can focus on healing, not paperwork.

What are your hours?

We're open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. We're closed Saturday and Sunday to spend time with family and rest. You can book online anytime through our website, or call or text us at 801-944-1855 during office hours to schedule.

Do I need a referral to schedule?

Nope, no referral needed. We're a direct-access clinic, which means you can book an appointment without seeing your primary care physician first. Just schedule online through our website or give us a call at 801-944-1855. We'll take it from there.

What areas do you serve? Where is your clinic located?

Revive Sport & Spine is located at 1996 East 6400 South, Suite 260, Murray, Utah 84121, just off I-215 near the intersection of 6400 South and Highland Drive. We're conveniently located for patients in Murray, Cottonwood Heights, Holladay, Millcreek, Midvale, and the greater Salt Lake City area. Whether you're coming from the valley or the east bench, our central location makes it easy to get care close to home or work.

Can I come in for maintenance or preventive care even if I'm not in pain?

Absolutely, in fact, that's one of the smartest things you can do for your body. Maintenance care focuses on identifying and correcting small movement issues before they become painful injuries. We'll conduct a movement assessment, address any restrictions or imbalances, and ensure you're moving efficiently for your sport or daily activities. Many of our runners, golfers, and active patients come in monthly or quarterly for tune-ups to stay healthy and perform at their best.

Do you accept HSA or FSA?

Yes, we accept HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Spending Account) cards for all services, including chiropractic adjustments, dry needling, shockwave therapy, cupping, and exercise rehab. These funds can be used to cover your care with pre-tax dollars. Just let us know at check-in, and we'll process your HSA or FSA card like any other payment method.

Do you offer online scheduling?

Yes, you can book online anytime through our website. Just visit revivesportspine.com and click the Schedule or Book Now button to see available appointment times. You can also call or text us at 801-944-1855 during office hours if you prefer to schedule over the phone or have questions about which appointment type is right for you.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Bring your insurance card and photo ID, along with any relevant imaging (X-rays, MRIs) or medical records if you have them. Wear comfortable clothing; athletic shorts and a t-shirt work well, so we can perform a thorough movement assessment. If you're a runner, bring your current running shoes if you have questions about gait or footwear. And come with a list of your goals: what hurts, what you want to get back to, and anything you've already tried.

Do you only see athletes, or can anyone come in?

Anyone can come in; you don't have to be a marathon runner or competitive athlete to benefit from our care. While we specialize in sports chiropractic and active rehabilitation, we treat patients of all activity levels, from weekend warriors and gym-goers to desk workers dealing with back pain and patients who just want to move without discomfort. Our approach works for anyone who wants to move better, feel better, and stay active in their daily life.

What conditions do you treat?

We treat a wide range of sports- and activity-related conditions at Revive Sport & Spine, including low back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches, runner's knee, IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, Achilles tendinopathy, hamstring strains, golf injuries, shoulder impingement, rotator cuff strains, tennis and golfer's elbow, hip pain, and auto accident injuries. We also see patients for performance optimization, injury prevention, and maintenance care, even if you're not currently in pain. If you're active and something hurts, we can help.

 Frequently Asked Questions | Sports Chiropractic Therapies & Rehabilitation

Do you offer dry needling?

Yes, functional dry needling is one of our core services at Revive Sport & Spine, and we're among the few sports chiropractic clinics in Murray, Utah, and the Salt Lake Valley specializing in it. It's highly effective for releasing muscle trigger points, reducing pain, and improving range of motion, especially for runners, golfers, and active adults dealing with chronic muscle tightness, hamstring strains, low back pain, and shoulder impingements. We use thin filiform needles to target the specific muscles contributing to your pain, and most patients feel results within 1-2 sessions.

What is shockwave therapy, and do you offer it?

Yes, we proudly offer shockwave therapy at Revive Sport & Spine. It's a non-invasive, evidence-based treatment that uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing of chronic soft-tissue conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, patellar tendinopathy, and IT band syndrome. The waves break down scar tissue, increase blood flow, and activate your body's natural repair mechanisms. Most patients experience significant improvement after 3-4 sessions, with little to no downtime; you can go about your day immediately after treatment.

What is dry needling therapy?

Dry needling is a skilled technique performed by trained Chiropractic Physicians and Physical Therapists to manage neuromusculoskeletal injuries and pain and address movement dysfunction. Dry Needling uses a thin filiform needle to penetrate the skin, fascia, and muscles to address adhesions, trigger points, and connective tissue, thereby speeding healing and relieving pain. Functional application focuses on decreasing muscle hypertonicity, increasing joint range of motion, and correcting movement dysfunction. At Revive Sport & Spine, we are one of the only sports chiropractic clinics in Murray, Utah, specializing in Functional Dry Needling.

What's the difference between dry needling and acupuncture?

Great question. Dry needling and acupuncture both use thin filiform needles, but their approaches are completely different. Dry needling is a modern, evidence-based technique that targets specific muscle trigger points, adhesions, and tight bands of tissue contributing to pain and movement dysfunction. Acupuncture is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and focuses on energy pathways (meridians) throughout the body. At Revive Sport & Spine, we are trained in and specifically use functional dry needling as a neuromuscular treatment for muscle tightness, pain, and injury recovery.

Can Dry Needling Therapy Help With Low Back Pain?

Yes. Dry needling has proven effective in current research as well as in our clinic in relieving back pain and helping patients recover faster, so they can return to the things they enjoy. As we often utilize dry needling therapy in our Cottonwood Heights, Utah, clinic, we find it speeds recovery, often cutting our treatment plan by 1/3. On a deeper level, dry needling allows us to reach muscles that are unreachable by hand or with an IASTM tool. Dry needling helps to decrease muscle tightness, improve circulation to the area, decrease pain, and improve movement and function.

How does Dry Needling work?

When a dry needle is inserted into a tissue, the result includes increased blood flow to the taut muscle fibers, allowing increased oxygen to infiltrate, releasing the band and increasing the muscle extensibility and joint range of motion. Regarding pain, studies have shown that dry needling can lower pain generators and block pain at a central nervous system level.

 Frequently Asked Questions | Sports Chiropractic & Sports Injury Care

Can a sports chiropractor help with running injuries?

Absolutely. As a sports chiropractic clinic in a large running community like Salt Lake City, we specialize in running injuries. Our aim is to keep you running and working toward your ‘A’ race of the season. Many running injuries are the result of many different factors, all stacked together. Our job is to uncover those problems and develop a plan around your running goals while helping you get out of pain quickly. As a sports chiropractor, we look at your movement and how it relates to your sport and complaint. From there, we can develop a plan around your specific issues and restrictions. Running Injuries are our specialty, and in most cases, you can keep running! Start HERE for a few basic warm-up and recovery exercises.

Do you treat golf injuries specifically?

Absolutely! Golf injury care and performance are among our specialties. Dr. Andrew is a Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certified medical provider, which means he's trained to assess how physical limitations in your body affect your swing mechanics. We treat the most common golf injuries, low back pain, golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis), shoulder impingement, hip pain, mid-back stiffness, and wrist injuries, by finding the movement breakdown causing your pain and fixing it at the source. We don't just treat the symptoms; we combine chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue work, dry needling, and a personalized golf-specific rehab program to get you swinging pain-free and playing better than before.

Do you see teenagers or young athletes?

Yes, we treat active teens and young athletes, especially those involved in school and club sports, as well as distance runners. Common issues we see in younger patients include Osgood-Schlatter disease, shin splints, patellofemoral pain, sprains and strains, and sports-related back pain. Our approach is conservative, movement-first, and focused on keeping young athletes playing safely. We'll also provide a home exercise program to support their training long-term.

Do you treat runners specifically?

Yes, running injury care is one of our core specialties at Revive Sport & Spine. Dr. Andrew is a runner himself and understands the unique demands of training, racing, and coming back from injury. We treat runner's knee (patellofemoral pain syndrome), IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome), Achilles tendinopathy, hamstring strains, and more. But we don't just adjust you and send you out, we combine chiropractic care with active rehab, gait analysis, and strength exercises to fix the movement breakdowns that caused the injury in the first place. Most runners can keep training while under our care.