Sports Chiropractic · St. Louis, MO
Move better.
Hurt less.
Get back to your sport.
Evidence-based assessment, hands-on treatment, and rehab — built around your goal, usually starting at your first visit.
Our Process
Five clear steps. One plan built around your goals. Most conditions are often resolved in 8-10 visits.
1
Your First Visit · 45 Minutes
Assessment
We start by finding the true cause of your problem — evaluating your movement, posture, strength, and range of motion, along with your vitals and medical history. Imaging is ordered only if red flags appear. When appropriate, treatment usually begins during this same visit.
2
Built During Your First Visit
Customized Treatment Plan
Before your first visit ends, we build your customized plan together: your goal, in your own words; the phase of care you’re in — Pain Relief, Return to Activity, or Performance; a clear timeline; and homework to keep your progress moving between visits.
Your Plan Checklist
Built During Your First Visit
- ✓Your goal — in your own words
- ✓Your phase — Pain Relief, Return to Activity, or Performance
- ✓Your timeline — clear milestones
- ✓Your homework — exercises between visits
3
More Frequent Visits at First
Pain Relief Phase
Visits start more frequently while we work to get your symptoms under control. Chiropractic adjustments, myofascial muscle work, and other therapies restore healthy movement — not just mask the pain.
4
Less Frequent Visits, More Progress
Return to Activity Phase
As pain settles, visits become less frequent. We add rehab exercises and movement modifications so you can return to work, sport, and daily life — pain-free and with confidence.
5
Fine-Tuning and Maintenance
Performance Phase
This is the fine-tuning and maintenance phase. With custom home exercise programs, occasional adjustments, and muscle work, you’ll become stronger, faster, and smarter — preventing plateaus and relapses.
Common conditions we treat:
Athletic / Sports Conditions
Back and Neck Conditions
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- Back pain / low backaches
- Neck pain / stiffness
- Headaches
- Sciatica
- Spinal stenosis
Personal Injury & Accident Conditions
Other conditions include
- Shoulder pain
- Loss of range of motion and flexibility
- Knee pain
- Ankle and Achille’s pain
- Work-related injury
- Sporting event preparation
- Sports rehabilitation
- Preventative care for the body
Sports Chiropractic Care in St. Louis, MO
At ActiveSTL Chiropractic & Sports Rehab in St. Louis, we help your body work at its most natural and efficient state — so you perform, feel, and function at your best.
Using evidence-based, non-invasive chiropractic care and rehabilitation, we treat athletes, desk workers, and active adults who want to stay strong and mobile as they age — whether you are recovering from an injury, managing pain, or training for your next goal.
Posture · Strength · Flexibility · Mobility · Injury recovery · Pain-free performance
Your body is constantly in use, even at rest — just like a car, it needs proactive maintenance to stay in top condition. Our personalized plans combine adjustments, muscle work, exercise, and expert guidance to restore balance, improve function, and support both physical comfort and overall wellness.
Ready to move better and stay pain-free? Schedule your appointment at our St. Louis sports chiropractic clinic and experience the difference of a body performing at your best.
As a life-long marathoner, I’ve been to multiple chiropractors who haven’t been able to solve my problems with repeated costly visits. Dr. Donahue is the first I’ve found who is proactive with working with me on a plan to minimize reoccurrence and has me running pain-free and smoother than ever. For a first-rate professional experience, I highly recommend Dr. Donahue and his staff.
Jill F.
Marathon Runner
I have been headache free for the past week thanks to my adjustments. (I have been living with almost daily headaches for more years than I can count.) I particularly like the fact that Dr. Donahue realizes that the muscles and bones work together so he works to stretch muscles as well as make sure the spine is aligned. He is extremely professional! I feel amazing after only 3 visits.
Kathy P.
Busy Grandparent
Dr. Donahue is an amazing chiropractor. He is attentive, thorough, has a friendly demeanor, thoughtful, and extremely knowledgeable. I came in hobbling from an ankle injury and Dr. Donahue gave me the information and healing I so needed. In 6 sessions he was able to get my ankle moving and get some of the scar tissue straightened out. Dr. Donahue is a great asset to have. I’m so happy I found him!
Erin K.
Active Mom
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Important Information
In-network with UHC, Anthem BCBS, Aetna, and Medicare. HSA/FSA accepted. Cost depends on treatment type, number of sessions, and insurance coverage. Dry needling, Class IV laser, and shockwave are cash services. Our front desk verifies your benefits and gives you an estimated cost of care before treatment starts — no surprises. Questions? Call 314-553-9785.
Treatment is usually performed during your first visit to the office. Imaging or other tests are only performed if red flags are present.
Conditions are often resolved in 8-10 visits.
Please allow up to 45 minutes for your initial visit. Wearing athletic clothing that allows you to move, walk, and squat comfortably is important.