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Arthritis doesn't have to mean a lifetime of pain and medication. Chiropractic care at Pura Vida can reduce joint inflammation, improve mobility, and slow the degenerative process — giving you better quality of life without drugs or surgery.
Arthritis refers to inflammation of one or more joints, with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis being the most common types. Osteoarthritis results from cartilage breakdown in joints subjected to years of improper mechanics and compressive stress. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks joint lining. In both cases, misaligned joints accelerate cartilage wear and increase inflammation. Chiropractic care doesn't reverse arthritis, but it significantly reduces the mechanical stress on arthritic joints, decreases inflammation, and restores as much mobility as possible — allowing patients to remain active and reduce their dependence on pain medications.
Dr. Foss adapts his approach for arthritic patients, using the gentle SOT blocking and category-based system that avoids aggressive manipulation of inflamed joints. The focus is on restoring proper biomechanics around arthritic joints to reduce compressive forces, decreasing nerve interference that amplifies pain signals, and improving the overall neurological environment to support the immune system. For rheumatoid arthritis patients, reducing subluxation-related neurological stress can help modulate the inflammatory response. Most arthritic patients experience a meaningful reduction in pain and stiffness with consistent care.
At Pura Vida Chiropractic, Dr. Foss uses Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) — a gentle, category-based system that addresses the spine, pelvis, and craniosacral rhythm as one integrated unit. SOT restores proper biomechanics, reduces nerve interference, and creates the neurological environment your body needs to heal itself.
For many patients, combining spinal correction with regenerative therapies produces faster and more lasting results. Depending on your condition, Dr. Foss may incorporate one or more of the following:
Patented unfocused shock waves spread over a broad treatment area to reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, and activate stem cells — promoting cellular regeneration and long-term pain relief.
Photobiomodulation with a 10–15W Class IV laser delivers therapeutic light energy deep into tissue, reducing inflammation, blocking pain signals, and speeding healing at the cellular level.
Pura Vida Chiropractic is a family-friendly, bilingual (English/Spanish) clinic serving San Antonio, TX. Dr. Dan Foss is trained in Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), a comprehensive chiropractic system that addresses the whole body — not just the area of pain. We combine hands-on spinal correction with the latest regenerative technology to help patients resolve the root cause of their condition rather than masking symptoms.
We are insurance friendly. Bring your insurance card and ID to the office to verify how your insurance can contribute to your care. New patient appointments are available promptly.
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Joint pain in adults most often stems from osteoarthritis — the gradual breakdown of joint cartilage from repetitive loading, prior injury, and the cumulative effect of joint dysfunction that wasn't corrected earlier in life. Inflammatory arthritis (rheumatoid, psoriatic) is a separate medical category that requires medical management alongside conservative care.
Chiropractic doesn't reverse osteoarthritis, but restoring proper joint motion dramatically reduces the pain, stiffness, and inflammation it produces. SOT adjustments improve joint nutrition and lubrication by restoring normal motion, while Class IV laser reduces inflammation deep within the joint capsule. SoftWave therapy stimulates collagen repair in surrounding ligaments and tendons.
Most patients with osteoarthritis-driven joint pain notice meaningful relief within 4–8 visits. Because the underlying joint changes are chronic, ongoing care (1–2 visits per month) is typically what maintains the improved comfort and function long-term.
Yes. SOT uses gentle, low-force techniques that are particularly well-suited to arthritic joints. Dr. Foss avoids any high-velocity manipulation of joints with significant degeneration and screens for inflammatory arthritis patterns that warrant rheumatology referral alongside chiropractic care.
Schedule your new patient appointment with Dr. Foss at Pura Vida Chiropractic in San Antonio, TX. We'll identify the root cause and build a personalized care plan.
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