Business Details
Your Trusted Oakland Chiropractor for Holistic Injury Care
Riverstone Sports Chiropractic in Oakland, CA combines movement and stillness to help patients achieve optimal health. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in musculoskeletal injury diagnosis and hands-on treatments. Our practice offers trans-competent intake and treatment, size-inclusive care, and a fragrance-free environment. We prioritize one-on-one care using modern, evidence-based methods like manual therapy, physiotherapy, and extremity adjusting.Our mission is to bring clarity to treatment objectives while enabling patients to overcome injuries and maintain active lifestyles. We serve runners, athletes, and individuals seeking natural healing without medications or surgeries.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Active Release Techniques
Graston Technique
Kinesio Taping
Physiotherapy Exercises
Manual Therapy
Sports Massage
Myofascial Decompression
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Injury Rehab
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in musculoskeletal injury treatment
- LGBTQIA+ friendly and trans-competent care provided
- Size-inclusive and weight-neutral practice environment
- No high-pressure sales or generic treatment plans
- Fragrance-free office with certified manual therapy expertise
What people say
Amazing and definitely knows what they're doing
Excellent experience
Lifesaver
Fabulous chiropractor
Highly recommend
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments restore joint function by correcting spinal misalignments through manual manipulation. Using diversified techniques, drop tables, and activator tools, we address subluxations causing pain, numbness, or restricted mobility. This non-invasive treatment improves nerve function, reduces inflammation, and enhances overall musculoskeletal health for long-term wellness.
Active Release Techniques
Active Release Techniques (ART) treat soft tissue disorders by breaking down scar tissue and restoring muscle function. Certified practitioners use precise movements to resolve overuse injuries like plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel, and shoulder pain. This hands-on method improves circulation, reduces tension, and accelerates recovery for athletes and active individuals.
Graston Technique
Graston Technique uses stainless steel instruments to detect and treat fascial restrictions. By breaking down fibrosis from overuse injuries, this evidence-based method increases blood flow, reduces inflammation, and restores mobility for conditions like tennis elbow, shin splints, and chronic back pain through targeted soft tissue mobilization.
Physiotherapy Exercises
Customized physiotherapy programs strengthen weak muscles, stabilize joints, and improve flexibility. Developed by a certified yoga therapist, these evidence-based exercises prevent re-injury, enhance performance, and address biomechanical imbalances through home-based routines supported by digital instructional platforms for sustained recovery.
Manual Therapy
Manual therapy combines myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and joint mobilization to alleviate chronic tension. Certified in advanced techniques, practitioners address muscle knots, fascial restrictions, and movement impairments through deep-tissue work that complements chiropractic adjustments for comprehensive musculoskeletal rehabilitation and pain relief.
People
Dr. Sandy Baird
Founder & Chiropractor
Dr. Sandy Baird, a California-licensed chiropractor with 15+ years of experience, specializes in musculoskeletal injury treatment. Certified in ART, Graston, and kinesio taping, they combine chiropractic adjustments with manual therapy. A former civil engineer turned healthcare provider, Dr. Baird offers trans-competent, inclusive care while serving as a yoga therapist and sports event chiropractor.
Questions
Do I need a referral to receive treatment?
No referral is needed. As a direct access provider, we evaluate and treat patients independently without requiring physician referrals for chiropractic care.
Is chiropractic care covered by insurance?
We operate out-of-network to prioritize patient-centered care over insurance limitations. We provide superbills for potential out-of-network reimbursement and offer discounted visit packages for upfront commitments.
Can chiropractors treat muscular pain?
Yes. Chiropractors diagnose and treat muscular-skeletal interconnections using techniques like Active Release to resolve soft tissue dysfunctions causing pain, numbness, or restricted mobility beyond spinal adjustments.
What makes Riverstone different from other chiropractors?
We offer trans-competent care, size-inclusive treatment, and evidence-based extremity adjusting combined with manual therapy. Our one-on-one sessions focus on root causes rather than generic protocols, avoiding automated treatments common in high-volume clinics.
How long until injuries improve?
Most patients experience pain relief within 1-3 sessions. Comprehensive treatment plans typically require 6-12 visits over several months to correct underlying biomechanical issues and prevent recurring injuries through personalized rehabilitation.
Do I need lifelong chiropractic care?
Ongoing care is optional. While regular maintenance improves long-term wellness, we respect patient autonomy. We provide injury-specific treatment plans with clear goals, allowing clients to choose follow-up frequency based on individual health objectives.
