Sports Injury Treatment in Tucson, AZ — Get Back to Your Sport Faster

A pulled muscle. A nagging pain that won't go away. An injury that keeps coming back no matter how much you rest. As an athlete, you know your body—and you know when something isn't right. Sports injury treatment in Tucson at Civano Chiropractic Clinics goes beyond just getting you out of pain. Dr. Clint Mausser identifies what's causing your injury and fixes it, so you can get back to training without worrying about reinjury.

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Signs You Need Sports Injury Treatment

 

Athletes often push through pain. Sometimes that's the right call. Sometimes it makes things worse. Here's when you should get help: pain that doesn't improve with rest, pain that gets worse during or after activity, swelling that doesn't go down, a joint that feels unstable or "gives out," or an injury that heals but keeps coming back.

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There's also a difference between soreness and injury. Muscle soreness after a hard workout is normal and goes away in a day or two. Pain that's sharp, localized, or affects how you move is a sign something's wrong. The longer you wait on a real injury, the longer your recovery will take. Early treatment often means faster healing and less time away from your sport.

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Our Sports Injury Treatment Options

 

Dr. Clint works with active people from all sports and all levels—from University of Arizona athletes to weekend warriors who just want to keep enjoying Tucson's outdoor lifestyle. The approach is always the same: find what's really causing the problem, not just where it hurts.

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Cycling injury care addresses the unique problems cyclists face. Tucson is a cycling city—The Loop, Mount Lemmon, and countless desert roads attract riders year-round. But cycling puts specific stresses on your body. Lower back pain from riding position, knee issues from repetitive motion, neck and shoulder tension from holding your head up—these problems are common but very treatable. Dr. Clint can help you get back on the bike and may even identify position issues that are contributing to your pain.

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Running injury treatment helps with the repetitive stress that running puts on your body. Shin splints, plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, runner's knee—these are all common conditions that respond well to chiropractic care. Running injuries often come from alignment issues elsewhere in the body. A hip that doesn't move right can cause knee pain. An ankle problem can show up as shin pain. Dr. Clint looks at the whole picture to find the source.

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Athletic performance care isn't just about injuries—it's about helping your body work at its best. Many athletes see a chiropractor regularly, even when nothing hurts, because proper alignment improves range of motion, reduces injury risk, and helps the body recover faster between workouts. If you want to perform better and stay healthy, regular care can help.

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Sports Injury Care for Tucson Athletes

 

Tucson's outdoor lifestyle means plenty of opportunities to stay active—and plenty of chances for injury. Cycling on The Loop and up Mount Lemmon. Running through Sabino Canyon or along the Rillito River. Hiking in the Catalinas. Playing golf, tennis, or pickleball. Training for El Tour de Tucson or a local 5K. Whatever your sport, Dr. Clint can help when something goes wrong.

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We serve athletes from across the Tucson area. Our Central office near Fort Lowell and Swan is convenient for Winterhaven, Sam Hughes, University of Arizona, Old Fort Lowell, and Blenman-Elm. Our Civano office serves Rita Ranch, Vail, and Southeast Tucson. We offer same-day appointments because we know athletes don't want to wait weeks to get treatment.

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What to Expect

 

When you come in with a sports injury, Dr. Clint will ask about how it happened, what makes it better or worse, and what your training looks like. He'll examine the injured area and related joints, checking for alignment issues, mobility restrictions, and muscle imbalances. Often, the cause of an injury is somewhere other than where it hurts.

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Treatment usually involves adjustments to restore proper joint movement, along with advice on stretching, strengthening, or modifying your training while you heal. Dr. Clint will be honest about how long recovery might take and what you can safely do in the meantime. The goal is always to get you back to full activity as safely and quickly as possible.

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Why Choose Civano Chiropractic Clinics for Sports Injuries

 

Dr. Clint graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic and is trained in both spinal and extremity adjustments—important because many sports injuries involve arms, legs, and joints, not just the back. He takes a root-cause approach, looking for what's actually causing your injury instead of just treating symptoms. We offer same-day appointments, accept Medicare and VA referrals, and provide personalized care that respects your athletic goals.

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