Business Details
23 Years
experience
Expert Chiropractic Care for Sports Injuries in Novato
Our practice is built on a deep commitment to helping individuals recover from injuries and achieve lasting pain relief. With over 25 years of experience in chiropractic care, we specialize in addressing soft tissue injuries through advanced techniques like Active Release Techniques (ART) and gentle chiropractic adjustments. Our approach focuses on identifying the root cause of pain and dysfunction, tailoring treatments to each patient's unique needs. We serve both athletes and non-athletes, prioritizing functional movement and overall wellness.Our expertise extends to prenatal and postnatal care, ensuring safe and effective treatment for expectant and new mothers. By combining chiropractic precision with a thorough understanding of anatomy, we deliver solutions that restore mobility and enhance quality of life. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures patients benefit from the latest advancements in soft tissue therapy. We measure success by our patients' ability to return to their daily activities and passions without pain.
Services
Sports Injury Treatment
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Active Release Techniques
Postnatal Recovery
Chronic Pain Management
Spinal Adjustments
Rehabilitation Exercises
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Certified Active Release Techniques practitioner since 2000
- 25+ years of experience treating sports and soft tissue injuries
- Personalized treatment plans combining chiropractic and soft tissue therapy
- Specialized prenatal and postnatal chiropractic care expertise
- Proven success with professional athletes and active individuals
Associations and certifications
- Active Release Techniques
What people say
Dramatically reduced pain
Highly recommend
Personalized care
Expertise in ART
Effective treatment
Services
Sports Injury Treatment
Specialized care for athletes and active individuals using Active Release Techniques to resolve soft tissue injuries. Targets adhesions and scar tissue causing pain or restricted movement. Combines chiropractic adjustments and rehabilitation exercises to restore function and prevent recurrence.
Active Release Techniques
Advanced manual therapy addressing muscle, tendon, and nerve injuries through precise adhesion release. Utilizes motion during treatment to identify and correct tissue restrictions. Effective for chronic pain, repetitive strain injuries, and sports-related micro-trauma.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Gentle spinal adjustments and posture correction for expectant mothers experiencing biomechanical stress. Addresses low back pain, sciatica, and joint discomfort caused by pregnancy-related weight gain and postural changes. Prepares the body for easier labor and delivery.
Postnatal Recovery
Pelvic realignment and soft tissue therapy for new mothers recovering from childbirth. Addresses musculoskeletal imbalances from carrying infants and post-pregnancy ligament laxity. Combines ART with postural education to relieve neck, back, and shoulder pain.
Chronic Pain Management
Comprehensive approach to persistent pain conditions through chiropractic adjustments and fascial release. Targets root causes of nerve entrapment and muscle weakness. Includes lifestyle recommendations and therapeutic exercises for sustained improvement in mobility and comfort.
People
Dr. Marilyn Britton
Chiropractor
Certified Active Release Techniques practitioner with 25+ years of experience treating sports injuries and chronic pain. Holds a Master's in Psychology to better understand patient recovery dynamics. Serves professional athletes and local Marin County residents.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in sports injuries, chronic pain, sciatica, repetitive strain injuries, and prenatal/postnatal musculoskeletal issues using chiropractic and Active Release Techniques.
Is ART treatment painful?
While some pressure is applied during tissue release, treatments are carefully adjusted to patient tolerance. Most report immediate improvement in mobility and pain reduction after sessions.
Do you treat non-athletes?
Yes, our care benefits anyone with soft tissue injuries or chronic pain, including office workers, parents, and active seniors seeking improved mobility and function.
How many sessions are needed?
Treatment plans vary by condition, but many patients experience significant improvement within 4-6 sessions combined with recommended rehabilitation exercises.
Is chiropractic safe during pregnancy?
Yes, we use gentle, pregnancy-specific techniques to address biomechanical stress while ensuring comfort and safety for both mother and baby throughout all trimesters.