Upstate Spine & Sport

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Comprehensive Chiropractic Solutions in Greenville

At Upstate Spine & Sport, our integrative healthcare team is dedicated to helping patients achieve rapid pain relief, improved mobility, and enhanced performance in both life and sport. We combine chiropractic care, acupuncture, massage therapy, and advanced techniques like StemWave to address musculoskeletal issues with personalized treatment plans. Our team prioritizes teamwork and communication, ensuring each patient receives individualized attention tailored to their unique needs. With expertise in treating athletes, pregnant women, and pediatric patients, we focus on identifying root causes of discomfort rather than offering temporary fixes.

Our clinicians hold certifications in specialized methodologies such as Active Release Technique, McKenzie Method, and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization, reflecting our commitment to evidence-based care. As official chiropractors for local sports teams like the Greenville Triumph and Furman Paladins, we bring professional-grade expertise to every patient. We emphasize patient education, empowering individuals to maintain long-term health through self-care strategies and preventive practices. Our mission is to restore function, reduce pain, and enable patients to return to the activities they love with confidence and lasting results.

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Chiropractic Care Pediatric Chiropractic Dry Needling Acupuncture StemWave Therapy Massage Therapy Sciatica Treatment Fascial Stretch Therapy Active Release Technique

Highlights and features

We combine 20+ years of sports medicine expertise with cutting-edge therapies like StemWave for faster recovery
Our team holds advanced certifications in pediatric and pregnancy chiropractic care
We implement a patented McKenzie Method for mechanical diagnosis and treatment
Official chiropractors for Greenville Triumph and Furman University athletic teams
Personalized treatment plans integrate multiple disciplines for comprehensive care

Associations and certifications

Active Release Technique
McKenzie Institute USA
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS)
Titleist Performance Institute
Motion Palpation Institute

What people say

"Best specialist ever" Pain-free after weeks Professional environment Transformative impact Lifesaver for pregnancy care

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Chiropractic Care

Our evidence-based chiropractic treatments address musculoskeletal conditions through precise spinal adjustments and joint manipulations. Combining traditional techniques with modern methodologies like the McKenzie Method, we target root causes of pain rather than temporary symptoms. Each session includes movement analysis and personalized rehabilitation exercises to improve mobility, reduce nerve irritation, and enhance overall function for patients with back pain, neck pain, and sports injuries.

StemWave Therapy

This innovative therapy uses high-frequency acoustic waves to stimulate healing in soft tissue injuries and chronic pain conditions. By increasing blood flow and reducing inflammation, StemWave effectively treats plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, and shoulder pain without surgery or medication. Most patients experience significant improvement after 3-4 sessions combined with complementary chiropractic care.

Pediatric Chiropractic

Specially trained chiropractors provide gentle adjustments for infants, children, and adolescents. Using DNS methodology, we address developmental movement patterns, birth trauma effects, and sports-related injuries. Our pediatric care focuses on improving nervous system function, posture development, and overall wellness through non-invasive techniques tailored to each child's unique needs.

Dry Needling

Certified practitioners insert fine needles into trigger points to relieve muscle tension and chronic pain. This technique effectively treats myofascial pain syndromes, sports injuries, and repetitive strain conditions by restoring normal muscle function. Combined with movement assessments, it helps break pain cycles and improve range of motion for lasting relief.

Acupuncture

Licensed acupuncturists use traditional Chinese medicine principles to treat pain, stress, and systemic conditions. By stimulating specific points, we enhance circulation, reduce inflammation, and balance energy flow. Our integrative approach combines acupuncture with modern pain science to address chronic conditions, sports recovery, and women's health issues like fertility support and menstrual irregularities.

People

Dr. David Jolson

Chiropractic Physician

Founder of Upstate Spine & Sport, Dr. Jolson specializes in sports chiropractic with certifications in Active Release Technique and Titleist Performance Institute. He serves as team chiropractor for PGA Tour professionals and local sports teams, combining 15+ years of experience with advanced training in movement analysis and rehabilitation.

Dr. Tanner Garey

Chiropractic Physician

Certified in pregnancy and pediatric chiropractic care, Dr. Garey focuses on women's health and sports injury prevention. She holds advanced training in Webster technique for prenatal care and treats athletes from local collegiate teams, emphasizing holistic wellness through non-invasive adjustments and lifestyle education.

Dr. James Finnen

Chiropractic Physician

A Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician with athletic training background, Dr. Finnen specializes in functional rehabilitation and dry needling. He combines sports medicine expertise with chiropractic care to treat active individuals from weekend warriors to professional athletes, focusing on rapid recovery and performance optimization.

Fran Jolson

Acupuncturist

A Greenville native and valedictorian graduate from National University, Fran specializes in women's health and fertility acupuncture. With personal experience overcoming health challenges through traditional Chinese medicine, she provides personalized treatments for hormonal balance, stress reduction, and chronic pain management.

Christina Thomason

Acupuncturist

Combining nursing experience with acupuncture expertise, Christina treats musculoskeletal pain and digestive issues using integrative approaches. Her background in bodywork therapy informs her holistic treatment plans that incorporate cupping, electro-acupuncture, and lifestyle modifications for lasting wellness improvements.

Questions

What conditions do you treat?

We specialize in back pain, sciatica, neck pain, sports injuries, and pregnancy-related musculoskeletal issues using integrated chiropractic care.

Do you accept insurance?

We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance claims but operate as a private pay clinic for personalized care.

Are treatments safe for pregnant women?

Yes, our chiropractors have advanced training in prenatal care and use specialized Webster technique adjustments.

How quickly can I get pain relief?

Most patients experience improvement within 3-4 sessions, with acute injuries often showing immediate response to our multimodal treatments.

What makes your clinic different?

Our unique combination of chiropractic, acupuncture, and StemWave technology delivers faster results compared to traditional single-modality clinics.

Reviews (3)

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Deborah Bouts

Oct 07, 2020 Report

Incredible care & expertise. Dr. Jolson and Fran Jolson have helped to reduce my back pain as well as improve my entire system. A massage by Elaina is not to be missed!

Tate Brody

Apr 07, 2020 Report

I have so much love for this place! I discovered Upstate Spine & Sport in 2018 after biking the Gran Fondo Hincappie. Recently before wandering over to their tent, I had mentioned my wrist pain to a friend who raved about Dr. Jolson from Upstate Spine. Since 2018 and meeting with Dr. J, I have felt so much more aware of my body and breathing. He has been an outlet for me, not only with eliminating my wrist issues, but also with knee and back pain as well. I appreciate his adjustments and also that he takes the time to create personalize stretches and exercises for me and all of his clients!

Jennifer Jones Mauro

Feb 18, 2020 Report

I recently started going to Upstate Spine & Sport for hip pain related to cycling. I was new to cycling and while it is lower impact, it really started to a toll on my hip. I found out about Upstate Spine & Sport's, Dr. Jake Aleck, through the cycle club I attend. He is also a participant at the same cycle club, so he could really speak to what the issue could be. After 4 sessions, my hip is back to normal.

I now have the tools to continue to strengthen my hip and prevent further injury. Dr. Aleck does an excellent job of listening and explaining the mechanics of the body. I am truly amazed. Now the focus has shifted to a shoulder issue I have had off and on for years! Just one session in and I can already feel a difference. Honestly, this is unlike any place I have ever gone! You will not be disappointed!