Athlete Care in Embrun
Sports injury rehab in Embrun helps athletes of every level recover from strains and overuse injuries and return to play stronger, with a clear, staged plan.
Embrun Chiropractic Clinic
Athlete Care in Embrun
Whether you're chasing a PR or just trying to get back on the field after a nagging strain, Dr. Laura Murray builds your rehab around the sport you love and the goals that matter to you. Athletes across Embrun, Russell, Casselman, and Eastern Ontario come to us because we treat the whole athlete — not just the injured part — with a clear, staged plan that moves from pain control to performance, so you return stronger than before the injury.
How it works
What to expect with athlete care
- Step 1
Thorough injury and movement exam
Dr. Murray evaluates the injured structure alongside sport-specific movement patterns to find the root cause — not just the pain site — and rule out anything that needs imaging or referral.
- Step 2
A staged return-to-sport plan
You receive a clear, phased roadmap — from pain control through tissue loading to full performance — with honest milestones so you always know where you stand and what unlocks the next stage.
- Step 3
Hands-on care plus progressive rehab
Each visit combines adjustments, soft-tissue work, and sport-appropriate exercise so the injured tissue heals correctly and the movement pattern driving the injury gets corrected for good.
Why patients choose it
Benefits of athlete care
Whole-athlete approach — treats the injury in the context of your sport and movement
Clear staged plan with milestones, not vague "rest and wait" advice
Reduces re-injury risk by correcting the movement fault that caused it
Combines hands-on care and rehab into every visit
Works for weekend warriors and competitive athletes at every level
Honest timelines and referrals when imaging or specialist input is needed
The basics
About athlete care
Athletic injuries are rarely just tissue damage. An ankle sprain changes how you load your knee. A shoulder strain alters your throwing pattern. A tight hip shows up as low back pain three weeks later. That chain reaction is why "rest until it feels better" so often leads to the same injury again — the movement fault that caused it in the first place never got corrected.
Our approach looks at the injury inside the context of your sport and your movement. We identify what broke down — joint mobility, soft-tissue integrity, motor control, or all three — and build a staged return-to-sport plan with benchmarks you can see and feel. Weekend warriors and year-round competitors both benefit from this level of attention, because every athlete deserves to know exactly where they are in their recovery and what comes next.
New Patient Special
$49
(Placeholder offer — confirm the clinic’s actual new-patient offer before launch.)
New patients only. Mention this offer when booking.
From overuse injuries to acute strains, our sports rehab gets you back to training with a clear, staged plan — not vague “rest and see how it feels” advice. We treat the injury and the movement pattern that caused it.
What is athlete care?
Athlete care at our Embrun clinic is a whole-athlete approach to sports injury rehab and performance support. It goes beyond treating the painful spot — we evaluate the injury inside the context of your sport, identify the movement breakdown that contributed to it, and build a staged plan that takes you from pain control through full return to sport. The result is a more complete recovery and a lower chance the same injury comes back.
We combine chiropractic adjustments, targeted soft-tissue work, and progressive sport-specific rehab into every visit. Depending on your injury, that may include active-release technique, kinesio taping, or other evidence-based tools — always in service of a clear return-to-sport roadmap.
What to expect
Your first visit is an in-depth injury and movement exam. Dr. Murray reviews your history, evaluates the injured structure with orthopedic and functional testing, and looks at how your body moves in sport-relevant patterns. You leave with a plain-English explanation of what he found and a staged care plan with honest milestones — not an open-ended schedule.
From there, each visit builds on the last. Early sessions focus on pain control and restoring joint and tissue mobility. As you progress, loading increases and the exercises become more sport-specific. You clear each stage by hitting defined benchmarks — range of motion, strength, movement quality — so the decision to advance is based on your body, not a calendar. When you’re cleared to return to full activity, you return with better mechanics than before the injury.
Who it helps
Athlete care is a strong fit for anyone who plays, competes, or trains and wants a smarter path back from injury:
- Rotator-cuff injuries and shoulder pain from overhead sports or throwing
- Knee pain from running, cutting, or jumping sports
- Hip pain affecting stride, squat, or swing mechanics
- Elbow pain from tennis, golf, baseball, or repetitive gripping
- Plantar fasciitis and lower-leg issues in runners and court athletes
- Sprains and strains and overuse injuries across any sport
- Low back pain or sciatica flaring up during training
Weekend warriors with busy schedules and competitive athletes with season timelines both benefit from having a clear, staged plan with honest milestones. If imaging or specialist input would change your care, we’ll say so and help coordinate it.
Why choose Embrun Chiropractic Clinic
Athletes across Embrun, Russell, Casselman, Russell Township, and Rockland choose Dr. Laura Murray because he treats the whole athlete, not just the injury. You get a real return-to-sport plan, hands-on care that moves at your pace, and honest communication about where you are in your recovery at every visit — not guesswork.
Ready to get started? Our New Patient Special makes your first visit easy, and you can book an appointment online in under a minute.
What it helps
Conditions we treat with athlete care
Do you treat weekend warriors or just competitive athletes?+
Both. Whether you run 5Ks or compete year-round, we build a rehab plan around your sport and your goals.
What kinds of sports injuries do you treat?+
We treat sprains, strains, overuse injuries, shoulder and rotator-cuff problems, hip and knee pain, elbow and wrist issues, low back and sciatica from sport, and plantar fasciitis — essentially the full range of musculoskeletal injuries athletes encounter.
Will I need to stop training completely during rehab?+
Not always. Depending on your injury and how far along you are in recovery, we often modify training rather than stopping it entirely. The goal is to keep you as active as safely possible while the tissue heals.
How long until I can return to my sport?+
It depends on the injury and your baseline. After your exam Dr. Murray gives you honest, specific milestones — not a vague timeframe — so you know exactly what you need to hit before each phase of your return.
Does sports rehab hurt?+
Hands-on treatment can involve some therapeutic discomfort, especially in the early stages, but we work within your tolerance. Progressive loading is calibrated so the tissue adapts without being overwhelmed.
Is chiropractic care safe for athletes?+
Yes. We screen every patient thoroughly before beginning care. Adjustments, soft-tissue work, and sport rehab are all evidence-based, non-invasive approaches that are widely used at every level of athletics.
Will my insurance cover athlete care and sports rehab?+
Many major plans cover chiropractic and rehab services. We verify your benefits before your first visit and walk you through any out-of-pocket costs. Affordable self-pay options are available as well.
Do you use any special techniques for athletes?+
Yes — depending on your injury, we may incorporate active-release technique, kinesio taping, or other sport-specific therapies alongside chiropractic adjustments and progressive rehab exercises.
Can you help prevent injuries, not just treat them?+
Absolutely. Performance support and injury prevention — addressing mobility restrictions, movement faults, and muscle imbalances before they become injuries — is a core part of what we do with athletes.
Do I need a referral from my physician or coach?+
No referral is required in Ontario. You can book directly, and if we find anything that warrants coordination with your team physician, physical therapist, or specialist, we'll make that happen.
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What our Embrun patients say
“Dr Gregory is amazing! Always feel amazing after seeing him. He has helped me over several years and never disappoints! Very easy to feel relaxed and comfortable. You should definitely consider making chiropractic care part of your life.”
“I have been seeing Dr. Gregory and Dr. Laura for about 3 years now, with visits approximately every 4 weeks to help maintain my health. Each visit is a great experience - I'm always met with a positive and welcoming atmosphere. I genuinely look forward to my appointments. If you are in the area and looking for a great chiropractor, I highly recommend Embrun Chiropractic Clinic.”
“Dr. Varty and Dr. Murray have been my chiropractors for 18+ years now, and I have to say they are some of the BEST in their field. They are both kind, gentle, excellent, top of the line chiropractors and I am not just saying that because I am their daughter! Both doctors posses healing hands and they will make you feel better in the first appointment! Amazing clinic, fantastic doctors, would recommend to everyone.”