Chiropractic Therapies in Bartlett, TN
Supporting therapies that ease pain, calm inflammation and help injured tissue heal.
Understanding Our Therapies
How Chiropractic Therapies Support Healing
What supporting therapies do and why we combine them with adjustments
Reviewed by Dr. Jared Worthington, DC, chiropractic physician. Last updated: September 2026.
Chiropractic therapies in Bartlett, TN at Worthington Chiropractic are the supporting treatments that help sore, inflamed or tight tissue recover while your joints are being corrected. Adjustments restore motion, but muscles, tendons and fascia often need their own attention before pain truly settles. That is where this group of therapies comes in. Some use energy, such as acoustic sound waves or low-level light, to encourage the body's natural repair process. Others are hands-on or needle-based, releasing knots and adhesions that keep a muscle guarded. The rest are active, retraining strength and control so an old injury is less likely to return. Dr. Jared Worthington holds certifications in functional dry needling, myofascial release and extremity rehabilitation, and he chooses therapies based on what the exam shows rather than offering every tool to every patient. Most sessions fit into a regular visit, need no downtime and are drug-free. Many patients use these therapies for heel pain, tendon irritation, stubborn trigger points and recovery after strain.
Energy-Based, Hands-On and Active Therapies
Energy-based options send a signal into tissue to calm inflammation and stimulate healing. Hands-on and needle-based options target specific muscles and connective tissue. Active options, including guided exercise and electrical stimulation, rebuild strength and support recovery. Instrument-assisted work in our office follows the Graston Technique protocol, and MedlinePlus offers a plain-language overview of tendinitis if you want background before your visit.
How Therapies Fit With the Rest of Your Plan
Therapies rarely stand alone. Most patients combine them with our Chiropractic Care treatments like adjustments and decompression, and athletes or accident patients often use them within our injury recovery and sports programs. For body contouring, pelvic floor and mood support, explore our wellness services in Bartlett.
What We Offer
Our Chiropractic Therapies in Bartlett
Six therapies, each matched to a specific tissue problem
Every therapy below has a full page with details on how it works, what a session feels like and who is a good candidate.
Shockwave therapy in Bartlett, TN
Acoustic pulses are delivered through the skin to areas of chronic tendon or soft tissue pain. The goal is to restart a healing response in tissue that has stalled. Sessions take about 10 to 15 minutes, and many plans run 3 to 6 weekly visits.
Laser therapy for pain in Bartlett, TN
We use cold laser, also called low-level laser therapy (LLLT), not a high-power class IV laser. Light energy is applied to injured tissue to help reduce inflammation. It is painless, produces no heat and takes about 5 to 15 minutes.
Dry needling in Bartlett, TN
Thin, sterile needles are placed into tight bands of muscle to release trigger points and reduce tension. Dr. Worthington is certified in functional dry needling. Most sessions last 10 to 20 minutes.
Graston Technique and soft tissue therapy
Stainless steel instruments and hands-on myofascial release work through scar tissue and adhesions that limit movement. This is helpful when a muscle or tendon feels thick, tight or restricted.
Rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise
Guided corrective exercise rebuilds strength, balance and control around an injured area. You leave with a home plan so progress continues between visits and the risk of re-injury goes down.
Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS)
Mild electrical pulses delivered through pads on the skin help ease pain and relax guarded muscles. Most people describe a light tingling or pulsing, and sessions take 10 to 20 minutes.
Shockwave Therapy
Acoustic wave therapy for stubborn tendon, heel and soft tissue pain, without drugs or surgery.
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Laser Therapy for Pain
Gentle cold laser light that may calm inflammation and support healing of injured tissue.
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Dry Needling
Functional dry needling that releases tight muscle knots and eases pain and tension.
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Soft Tissue Therapy
Instrument-assisted soft tissue work and myofascial release to ease tight, restricted muscles and scar tissue.
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Rehabilitation Therapy
Guided exercise that rebuilds strength, restores movement and helps keep pain from coming back.
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Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS)
Gentle electrical pulses that calm sore muscles and support recovery between visits.
Learn More Which Chiropractic Therapy Is Right for You?
How our six therapies compare at a glance
A simple way to think about it: energy-based therapies (shockwave and cold laser) suit tissue that is inflamed or slow to heal. Needle and instrument work (dry needling and Graston) suit tight, knotted or restricted muscle. Active care (rehabilitation and EMS) rebuilds strength and eases guarding. Many plans use two or three together, and your exam guides the mix. This table is general guidance, not a diagnosis.
Conditions We Treat
Soft Tissue Conditions We Treat in Bartlett, TN
Common problems these therapies are chosen for
These conditions often respond best when supporting therapies are part of the plan. Each has its own page with causes, symptoms and treatment details.
Foot and Tendon Pain
- Plantar fasciitis treatment in Bartlett, TN. Sharp heel pain, often worst with the first steps in the morning, that may respond to shockwave and cold laser.
- Tendonitis treatment. Irritated tendons in the elbow, shoulder, knee or ankle that ache with use and are slow to settle.
Muscle Tension and Knots
- Trigger point therapy for muscle knots. Tender, tight spots in a muscle that can refer pain elsewhere, often addressed with dry needling and Graston work.
Therapies also support recovery from spine problems. You can browse the full list of conditions we treat to find your concern.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Worthington Chiropractic for Chiropractic Therapies in Bartlett, TN
Specific training behind every therapy we offer
Dr. Jared Worthington is certified in functional dry needling, myofascial release, and cervical, thoracic, lumbar and extremity rehabilitation. He is also trained in shockwave therapy. That training means therapies are chosen for a reason and delivered with precision, not added to fill time. We use cold laser (LLLT), not class IV, so treatment is painless and heat-free. Therapies are built into your regular visit whenever possible, which keeps your schedule simple. Learn more about our Bartlett clinic and team.
Certified in Dry Needling
Functional dry needling training for trigger point release
Graston and Myofascial Release
Instrument-assisted and hands-on soft tissue techniques
Rehab-Certified Provider
Spine and extremity rehabilitation certifications
Recognized Locally
2025 Memphis Most Award and nearly 300 five-star Google reviews
Care Under One Roof
Adjustments, decompression, therapies and rehab in one Bartlett clinic
Walk-Ins Welcome
Open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM on Stage Road in Bartlett
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic Therapies
What patients ask before adding therapies to their plan
Do therapies replace chiropractic adjustments?
No, therapies usually work alongside adjustments rather than replacing them. Adjustments restore joint motion, while therapies address the muscles, tendons and fascia around the joint. Some patients with isolated tendon or heel pain may rely mainly on therapies. Your exam determines the best combination.
Is your laser a cold laser or a class IV laser?
We use a cold laser, also called low-level laser therapy (LLLT). It is painless and produces no heat. It is not a high-power class IV laser. Our cold laser therapy page explains how it works, what a session feels like and what to expect.
Which therapy is best for plantar fasciitis?
Shockwave and cold laser are the therapies most often used for plantar fasciitis. Both aim to calm irritated tissue and encourage healing in the heel. Soft tissue work on the calf and foot is often added. Read more about shockwave therapy for heel and tendon pain.
Does dry needling hurt?
Most people feel a quick pinch and then a brief twitch or ache as the muscle releases. Mild soreness can last a day or so. Dry needling targets trigger points in muscle and is different from acupuncture in purpose and approach.
How many therapy sessions will I need?
It depends on the therapy and the condition. Shockwave plans often run 3 to 6 weekly sessions, while soft tissue work and rehabilitation continue over several visits as you progress. Dr. Worthington will give you an estimate after your exam and adjust it based on how you respond.
How do I get started with therapy?
Start with a consultation and exam so we can confirm which therapies fit. Your first visit includes a consultation, full chiropractic exam, X-rays if needed and your first adjustment. Mention the special when you schedule your visit. Cherry and CareCredit financing are available.
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Serving Bartlett and the greater Memphis area
Ready to ease pain and help injured tissue heal? Book an appointment for therapy in Bartlett, TN, call (901) 519-7777 or walk in Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM. We welcome patients from Bartlett, Memphis, Cordova, Arlington, Lakeland, Millington, Germantown and Collierville.
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7174 Stage Rd, Suite 111, Bartlett, TN 38133