Chiropractic Care in Annapolis, MD

Chiropractic care can play an important role in treating many conditions involving the spine, joints, muscles, and surrounding tissues.

At Shakley Chiropractic, we don't believe every patient should receive the same adjustment or follow the same treatment routine. Your care is based on your individual examination findings, condition, goals, and response to treatment.

We provide chiropractic care for patients experiencing a variety of concerns, including:

• Back pain

• Lower back pain

• Neck pain

• Sciatica

• Certain headaches associated with musculoskeletal conditions

• Joint pain and stiffness

• Restricted mobility

• Disc-related conditions

• Muscle and soft-tissue problems

• Sports injuries

• Auto accident injuries

• Other musculoskeletal conditions

Chiropractic treatment may include spinal adjustments as well as extremity adjustments when appropriate.

The goal isn't simply to treat the spot where you feel pain.

We want to understand why you're having the problem, how it is affecting your movement and function, and what type of care may be appropriate for you.

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Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Physical Therapy

Sometimes chiropractic care is only one part of what your body needs.

An injury, prolonged pain, or restricted movement can affect strength, flexibility, stability, and the way you move. Addressing those factors may be an important part of getting you back to your normal activities.

That's why rehabilitation physical therapy can be incorporated into chiropractic care at Shakley Chiropractic when appropriate.

Depending on your needs, rehabilitation may include:

• Therapeutic exercise

• Strengthening

• Mobility and stretching

• Functional movement exercises

• Balance and stability training

• Neuromuscular re-education

• Soft-tissue techniques

• Myofascial release

• Trigger point therapy

• Electrical muscle stimulation

• Ultrasound

• Kinesio taping

• Functional movement assessment

• Home exercise recommendations

• Movement and ergonomic education

Not everyone needs the same combination of therapies.

That's why we evaluate first and then determine what makes sense for your particular condition.

The goal is to help address not only how you feel, but also how you move, function, and return to the activities that are important to you.

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Back & Neck Pain Treatment in Annapolis

Back and neck pain can affect almost every part of your day.

Sitting at work can become uncomfortable. Sleeping can become difficult. Driving can hurt. Exercise may no longer feel possible. Even simple movements around the house can become frustrating.

And when pain continues, it's easy to start changing the way you move without realizing it.

At Shakley Chiropractic, we take a comprehensive approach to evaluating back and neck problems. We look at your symptoms, history, physical findings, movement, and other relevant information to develop a better understanding of your condition.

Care may be appropriate for:

• Lower back pain

• Upper and middle back pain

• Neck pain

• Sciatica

• Disc-related conditions

• Joint restrictions

• Muscle tension

• Reduced mobility

• Movement-related problems

• Injuries involving the spine

Depending on your condition, treatment may include chiropractic adjustments, rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, soft-tissue therapies, and other appropriate techniques.

You don't have to simply learn to live with pain.

A thorough evaluation can help you understand what's going on and what options may be available.

 

Disc Care & Spinal Decompression in Annapolis

Disc-related conditions can make everyday activities surprisingly difficult.

Sitting, standing, bending, exercising, or even finding a comfortable sleeping position can become a challenge.

For certain patients with specific spinal and disc-related conditions, spinal decompression therapy may be an appropriate part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

Shakley Chiropractic utilizes a specialized decompression table that provides controlled mechanical movement and targeted distraction of the spine.

Spinal decompression isn't right for everyone, and we don't believe the availability of a particular piece of equipment should determine your treatment.

Your condition determines your treatment.

That's why we begin with a thorough evaluation. If decompression is appropriate for you, it can be incorporated into a broader plan that may include chiropractic care, rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, and other supportive therapies.

The technology is simply another tool available to us.

The important question is whether it's the right tool for you.

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Sports Injury Chiropractic in Annapolis

When you're active, an injury can affect much more than your body.

It can keep you from your favorite workout.

Your weekend game.

Running around with your kids.

Getting back on the golf course.

Or simply doing the activities that make you feel like yourself.

At Shakley Chiropractic, we provide chiropractic and rehabilitation care for a variety of sports and activity-related injuries.

Sports injuries can involve more than the location where you feel pain. Mobility, strength, flexibility, stability, and movement patterns can all play a role in how your body performs.

Depending on your injury and goals, your treatment plan may include chiropractic care along with rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise.

We may focus on:

• Restoring mobility

• Improving strength

• Building stability

• Addressing soft-tissue restrictions

• Improving movement patterns

• Supporting recovery following an injury

• Helping you return to your normal activities

Whether you're a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or simply someone who enjoys staying active, your goals matter when we develop your care.

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Auto Accident Injury Care in Annapolis

An automobile accident can put significant stress on the body.

Sometimes the effects are obvious right away. Other times, discomfort or stiffness becomes more noticeable after the initial effects of the accident have worn off.

Neck pain, back pain, headaches, muscle soreness, stiffness, and changes in movement can all be reasons to have your condition evaluated.

At Shakley Chiropractic, we begin with a thorough examination to understand what happened and how your body may have been affected.

Depending on your individual findings, care may include chiropractic treatment, rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, soft-tissue therapies, and other appropriate techniques.

If you've been involved in an auto accident and something doesn't feel right, you don't have to try to determine the extent of the problem on your own.

A thorough evaluation can help you understand what's going on and what type of care may be appropriate.

 

Why Choose Shakley Chiropractic in Annapolis?

There are many choices when you're looking for a chiropractor in Annapolis.

We believe the most important question isn't simply, “How close is the office?”

It's “How will I be treated when I get there?”

At Shakley Chiropractic, our approach is built around taking the time to understand each patient and providing care based on what we find.

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Thorough Evaluation

We listen to your concerns, review your history, perform a comprehensive physical examination, and use diagnostic imaging when appropriate.

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Individualized Care

Your treatment isn't based on a template. We consider your condition, examination findings, goals, and response to treatment when developing your care.

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Chiropractic + Rehabilitation Physical Therapy

When appropriate, chiropractic care can be combined with active and passive rehabilitation techniques, therapeutic exercise, and other therapies to address mobility, strength, stability, movement, and function.

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A Broad Range of Treatment Options

We offer chiropractic adjustments, extremity adjustments, rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, soft-tissue therapies, spinal decompression, and other supportive treatments when appropriate.

 

Time to Understand Your Care

We believe you deserve to understand what we're finding and why we're recommending a particular approach.

Our goal is for you to leave with answers—not more questions.

 

Serving Annapolis for More Than a Decade

Shakley Chiropractic has been part of the Annapolis community for more than a decade.

Dr. Ryan Shakley established his practice after years of clinical experience, bringing a thorough and individualized approach to chiropractic care to patients throughout Annapolis and the surrounding area.

Over the years, the practice has had the opportunity to care for patients and families from throughout Anne Arundel County.

Those relationships are an important part of what Shakley Chiropractic has become.

Healthcare is personal. Patients aren't just cases or appointments on a schedule. They're people with jobs, families, activities, responsibilities, and goals.

After more than a decade serving Annapolis, our commitment remains the same:

Take the time to understand the patient and provide thoughtful care based on what they actually need.

 

Chiropractic Care for Annapolis,  Anne Arundel County, and Beyond.

Our Annapolis office provides chiropractic and rehabilitation care for patients throughout Annapolis and Anne Arundel County.

People seek care at Shakley Chiropractic for a variety of reasons, including back pain, neck pain, disc-related conditions, sports injuries, auto accident injuries, and other musculoskeletal concerns.

You don't have to know exactly what's wrong before you call.

You don't have to know which treatment you need.

That's what the evaluation is for.

If you're searching for a chiropractor in Annapolis, MD, looking for treatment for back or neck pain, or seeking chiropractic rehabilitation after an injury, we're here to help you understand your condition and your options.

 

What to Expect at Shakley Chiropractic

Walking into a new healthcare office can be uncomfortable—especially when you're already hurting.

We want your experience to feel different.

Your first visit gives us time to listen to you and understand what's been happening. We'll review your history, discuss your concerns, perform a thorough examination, and use diagnostic imaging when appropriate.

Then we'll take the necessary time to fully evaluate your case.

Once we've done that, we'll sit down with you and explain what we're finding and what we believe your options for care should be.

You won't be expected to understand everything on your own.

We'll walk through it with you.

Our goal is for you to understand your condition, understand your treatment recommendations, and feel comfortable with the next step.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a chiropractor do?

A chiropractor evaluates and treats conditions involving the musculoskeletal system, particularly the spine and joints. Chiropractic care may include adjustments and other techniques designed to address joint movement and function. Rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise may also be incorporated when appropriate.

What conditions do you treat?

Shakley Chiropractic provides care for a variety of musculoskeletal concerns, including back pain, neck pain, sciatica, certain disc-related conditions, joint restrictions, sports injuries, and injuries associated with automobile accidents.

What happens during my first visit?

Your first visit is designed to give us a thorough understanding of your condition. We'll discuss your history and concerns, perform a comprehensive physical examination, and use X-rays or other diagnostic imaging when appropriate.

We then take the necessary time to evaluate your case and sit down with you to explain our findings and discuss the care we believe is appropriate.

Do you offer rehabilitation?

Yes. Rehabilitation may be incorporated into chiropractic treatment plans when appropriate. This can include therapeutic exercise, strengthening, mobility and stretching, balance and stability exercises, neuromuscular re-education, soft-tissue therapies, and active and passive physical therapy techniques.

Do you offer spinal decompression in Annapolis?

Yes. Spinal decompression is available for patients who may be appropriate candidates. A thorough evaluation is performed first to determine whether decompression is appropriate for your condition.

Do you treat sports injuries?

Yes. We provide chiropractic and rehabilitation care for a variety of sports and activity-related injuries. Treatment is based on your injury, physical findings, goals, and activity level.

Do you treat auto accident injuries?

Yes. We evaluate and provide chiropractic and rehabilitation care for patients experiencing musculoskeletal problems following automobile accidents.

Do I need X-rays?

Not every patient requires X-rays. Diagnostic imaging is recommended when it is clinically appropriate and may provide useful information about your condition.

How do I know if chiropractic care is right for me?

The best way to determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate is through a thorough evaluation. We'll review your history, examine your condition, explain our findings, and discuss the treatment options that may be appropriate for you.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If pain or an injury is keeping you from doing the things you enjoy, you don't have to figure it out alone.

At Shakley Chiropractic in Annapolis, we'll take the time to listen, evaluate your condition, explain what we're finding, and help you understand your options.

Whether you're looking for a chiropractor for back or neck pain, dealing with a disc-related condition, recovering from a sports injury or auto accident, or looking for a comprehensive approach that combines chiropractic care and rehabilitation, we're here to help.

Schedule your appointment with Shakley Chiropractic in Annapolis today.

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Shakley Chiropractic

185 Harry S. Truman Pkwy, Suite 100
Annapolis, MD 21401
410-263-4171

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