3 Waves of spine and joint therapy
The 3 Waves of Spine and Joint Therapy
By Dr. Ryan Saldivar, DC
At our clinic, we’ve developed a powerful approach to healing and performance called The 3 Waves of Spine and Joint Therapy, rooted in clinical evidence and years of experience. The first wave is massage therapy, specifically using advanced techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and deep tissue massage. These methods allow us to release chronic muscle tension, improve fascial mobility, and decompress the soft tissues that surround joints. By unlocking muscle patterns and reducing neurological guarding, we create a foundation where deeper therapeutic work becomes not only possible but profoundly more effective.
The second wave is chiropractic care, which focuses on restoring motion and alignment to the spine and joints through precise, neurologically-based adjustments. Once soft tissues are relaxed through massage, chiropractic adjustments can be delivered more gently and effectively—helping to restore normal joint biomechanics, reduce nerve interference, and improve overall mobility. This synergistic approach not only provides immediate relief but also improves the nervous system’s ability to regulate pain, posture, and movement, enhancing long-term functional health.
Finally, the third wave is shockwave therapy, a cutting-edge modality that stimulates tissue regeneration and accelerates healing at the cellular level. By delivering focused acoustic energy to damaged tendons, ligaments, and joint capsules, shockwave therapy helps break up scar tissue, stimulate blood flow, and activate natural repair mechanisms. When combined with soft tissue release and spinal adjustments, it creates an optimal healing environment—addressing inflammation, dysfunction, and structural misalignment in a single, integrated session. This powerful trifecta allows us to treat everything from spinal disc issues to stubborn tendinopathies with a level of precision and effectiveness that radically improves our patients' quality of life.
