Wellness

How Pro Athletes Deal With Pain

March 19, 2026

Bottom Line

Professional sports is big business, and sports performance is a huge part of winning. To help athletes play at the highest levels possible, they're given access to a variety of the best healthcare options available — and that includes chiropractic care.

Chiropractors can be found on nearly every sideline working to keep athletes happy, healthy, and productive on and off the field, pitch, rink, ring, court — you name it!

Why It Matters

Thankfully, the days of receiving shots of narcotics on the sidelines are over. Blocking pain is not an excellent way to prevent pain — it's a way to cause more injury.

That's why chiropractors are so important. Nearly every professional sports team has a team chiropractor, and it's estimated that 90% of professional and Olympic-class athletes use chiropractic care to increase performance and reduce injury risk.

What Athletes Say

Notable athletes have credited chiropractic care as essential to their performance and recovery, describing it as keeping them flexible, pain-free, and one step ahead of the game.

Next Steps

You don't need to be part of a professional sports team to enjoy the benefits of chiropractic care! Whether you're a weekend warrior or constantly traveling for youth sports, chiropractic care can help keep you in the game.

If you're looking for a sports rehab chiropractor in Fayetteville, AR, our doors are open. Give us a call to get started!

Dr. Ben Ozanne, chiropractor and founder of Thrive Wellness Center in Fayetteville AR

Dr. Ben Ozanne

Chiropractor and Owner of Thrive Wellness Center

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