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Sprains and strains — ligament and muscle injuries from trauma or overuse — are among the most common acute injuries. Our combination of joint correction and regenerative therapies speeds recovery and prevents chronic instability.
A sprain is a stretching or tearing of a ligament (bone-to-bone), while a strain involves a muscle or tendon (muscle-to-bone). Grade I injuries involve microscopic tearing with intact structural integrity; Grade II involve partial tears with some functional loss; Grade III involve complete tears requiring surgical assessment. The most common sites are the ankle, knee, wrist, and low back. After acute ligament injury, joint mechanics are invariably disrupted — the injured joint develops compensatory positioning, surrounding muscles guard protectively, and the nervous system alters motor control patterns. Chiropractic correction of these secondary joint dysfunctions is essential for complete recovery.
Dr. Foss evaluates both the injured structure and the surrounding joint mechanics. After the acute phase, joint adjustments restore normal alignment that was disrupted by the injury — preventing the development of chronic instability and compensation patterns. Regenerative therapies are applied to the injured ligament or muscle to accelerate tissue repair and restore full collagen organization. Progressive rehabilitation exercise prevents recurrence. A complete recovery plan that includes joint correction, tissue healing, and strength restoration prevents the all-too-common cycle of re-injury.
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.
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A sprain is a ligament injury (the tissue connecting bone to bone), while a strain is a muscle or tendon injury (the tissue connecting muscle to bone). Both produce pain, swelling, and limited function but heal through somewhat different mechanisms and timelines. Ankle sprains and hamstring strains are the most common examples.
Dr. Foss addresses both the injured tissue directly and the upstream biomechanical patterns that contributed to the injury. Gentle joint mobilization restores normal motion, soft-tissue work supports tissue healing, and Class IV laser plus SoftWave therapy accelerate the healing of ligament and muscle fibers. Most injuries heal faster and recur less when treated comprehensively.
Mild sprains and strains often resolve in 4–8 visits over 2–4 weeks. Moderate injuries typically need 8–16 visits over 4–8 weeks. Severe (Grade 3) injuries require longer rehabilitation and sometimes orthopedic consultation. SoftWave and laser shorten the timeline significantly.
Yes. SOT and gentle joint mobilization are well-suited to acute injuries. Dr. Foss screens for fracture and complete ligament rupture before initiating manual therapy and coordinates with orthopedics when imaging or surgical consultation is appropriate.
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