Recharge Sports Injury Center offers a more complete approach to chiropractic care. Located in Ashburn, VA, Dr. Bruce Short provides hands-on, results-focused treatment designed to relieve pain, restore movement, and help you get back to doing what you love.
Many patients come in after trying other options without lasting relief. The goal here is different: identify the source of the problem and treat it directly with the right mix of hands-on therapies.
What Does a Chiropractor Do?
Chiropractic care is a non-invasive approach to treating the musculoskeletal system. It focuses on restoring proper motion to joints, reducing nerve irritation, and improving overall function.
A chiropractor evaluates how your spine, joints, and soft tissues are working together. When movement is restricted or imbalanced, it can lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced performance.
Treatment may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments to restore joint motion
- Soft tissue therapy to address muscle and tendon issues
- Targeted therapies to reduce inflammation and support healing
- Movement and exercise recommendations to improve strength and flexibility
At Recharge, care goes beyond a single adjustment. Each visit may include multiple therapies to address both joint and soft tissue problems at the same time.
More Than an Adjustment
Not every injury responds to the same treatment. Dr. Short uses a combination of advanced methods to create a customized plan for each patient.
Chiropractic Methods
Spinal Decompression Therapy
A traction-based therapy used to relieve pressure on discs and nerves, often for back pain and disc injuries.
Class IV Laser Therapy
Uses light energy to reduce pain, inflammation, and support tissue healing.
Acoustic Wave Therapy
Helps stimulate healing in chronic soft tissue conditions and areas with poor blood flow.
Active Release Technique (ART)
A hands-on method that treats tight muscles, scar tissue, and nerve irritation.
Dry Needling
Targets trigger points in muscles to reduce tension and improve flexibility.
Cupping Therapy
Improves circulation and helps relieve muscle tightness and congestion.
Custom Insoles
Molded specifically to your feet for a more precise fit and better support.
What Chiropractic Care Can Help Treat
Chiropractic care can help with a wide range of musculoskeletal and nerve-related conditions—especially those involving the spine, joints, and soft tissues. At Recharge Sports Injury Center, care is focused on identifying the root cause of pain and restoring proper movement so you can get back to doing what you love.
Back & Spine Conditions
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Pinched nerves
- Sciatica
- Chronic or acute back pain
Neck & Head Conditions
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Headaches and migraines
Shoulder & Upper Extremity Conditions
- Shoulder pain and limited mobility
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
Lower Extremity Conditions
- Hip, knee, foot, and ankle pain
- Ankle sprains
- Plantar fasciitis
- Muscle strains and overuse injuries
Chronic Conditions
- Osteoarthritis and joint degeneration
- Fibromyalgia
When Should You See a Chiropractor?
You should consider seeing a chiropractor if you are dealing with:
- Ongoing pain that is not improving
- Limited mobility or stiffness
- A recent injury from sports or daily activity
- Pain that keeps coming back
- A recommendation for surgery that you want to avoid
Many patients also come in before pain becomes severe, to address small issues early and stay active.