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Chiropractic Care in San Mateo, CA
Dade W. Donovan DC is dedicated to providing exceptional chiropractic care to help patients achieve and exceed their health goals. Our approach focuses on evaluating each patient holistically, addressing primary concerns while guiding them toward a pain-free lifestyle. We utilize evidence-based methods, including chiropractic manipulation, soft tissue techniques like Active Release Technique (ART), Graston Technique, SASTM, and rehabilitation exercises. Dr. Dade Donovan specializes in treating spine and extremity conditions, emphasizing rehabilitation and prevention of repetitive stress injuries.With over two decades of experience, he combines traditional chiropractic adjustments with holistic strategies addressing Diet, Rest, Exercise, Alignment, and Mindfulness (D.R.E.A.M.). Our clinic in downtown San Mateo serves patients from San Mateo, Burlingame, Hillsborough, and surrounding areas, offering personalized care tailored to individual health goals.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Active Release Technique
Graston Technique
Therapeutic Exercises
Neck Pain Treatment
Back Pain Relief
Sports Injury Recovery
Headache Management
Postural Correction
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in chiropractic care and soft tissue therapy.
- Our team utilizes evidence-based techniques like Active Release Technique and Graston.
- We provide personalized treatment plans addressing diet, exercise, and mindfulness.
- Our clinic serves patients from San Mateo and surrounding Bay Area communities.
- We prioritize patient education and long-term wellness over temporary symptom relief.
Associations and certifications
- National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
- California State Chiropractic Board
What people say
Amazing chiropractor
Genuine care
Effective treatments
Thorough assessments
Pain relief
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments correct spinal misalignments to ensure proper body function. We develop personalized plans combining light stretching, exercise, and manual adjustments to address pain and improve mobility. This non-invasive approach promotes natural healing without medication or surgery, focusing on long-term wellness through regular maintenance.
Active Release Technique
ART targets adhesions in muscles, tendons, and ligaments causing pain and restricted movement. This hands-on technique breaks down scar tissue and restores normal tissue function through precise movements combined with patient-directed tension. Effective for chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis and repetitive strain injuries, it accelerates recovery while improving range of motion.
Therapeutic Exercises
Customized corrective exercises address biomechanical imbalances and prevent compensation patterns. These targeted movements improve muscle activation before progressing to integrated exercises, helping patients regain proper function after injury. Our programs focus on rebuilding strength and mobility safely while preventing future injuries through proper movement patterns.
Graston Technique
This evidence-based method uses stainless steel instruments to detect and treat soft tissue restrictions. By breaking down fibrosis and chronic inflammation, Graston Technique restores pain-free movement while stimulating blood flow for faster healing. Particularly effective for acute/chronic injuries, it combines instrument work with therapeutic exercises for optimal results.
Nutritional Counseling
We provide personalized nutrition advice to support overall wellness and recovery. Our recommendations focus on balancing essential nutrients like magnesium and calcium while addressing dietary factors affecting inflammation and tissue health. This holistic approach complements physical treatments by optimizing the body's natural healing processes through proper nutrition.
People
Dade W. Donovan
Chiropractor
Dr. Dade Donovan graduated Summa Cum Laude from Life Chiropractic College West in 1998. He specializes in Active Release Technique and combines chiropractic care with holistic health strategies. A San Mateo native, he focuses on treating sports injuries and chronic pain through personalized treatment plans.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, and other musculoskeletal conditions using chiropractic adjustments and soft tissue therapies.
What makes your approach unique?
Our holistic approach combines chiropractic adjustments with Active Release Technique, Graston Technique, and personalized rehabilitation programs addressing diet, exercise, and mindfulness.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans and can help verify your coverage for chiropractic services during your initial consultation.
How long are appointments?
Initial consultations last 45-60 minutes, while follow-up treatments typically take 20-30 minutes depending on individual treatment plans.
Are treatments painful?
Our techniques prioritize patient comfort. While some soft tissue work may cause temporary discomfort, we adjust pressure based on individual tolerance levels.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Please bring any relevant medical records, imaging results, and a list of current medications to help us create your personalized treatment plan.
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Reviews (6)
Jeremy Sklyar
Apr 22, 2022
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Dr Donovan cured chronic back pain I had for many years. I now bring my entire family to him. I highly recommend his services.
William
Apr 18, 2022
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After being face up, looking at the ceiling for hours, and feeling that you will never get your lower back to work again, you discover hope. Dr Dade Donovan through expertise, empathy, and encouragement got my lower back to work with me. I can't imagine anyone more knowledgeable and personable to help me on my healing journey.
Jamar Ramos
Mar 09, 2022
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I've been going to Dr. Donovan for a few months. He has helped alleviate my hip pain and lessened my ankle pain. My quality of life has improved, and I've been able to up my exercise thank to the work Dr. Donovan has done. He is a pro has a great conversational manner when he works with you. I'd recommend him to anyone looking for a great chiropractor!
J. P.
Jun 28, 2021
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I've been seeing Dr. Donovan since 2007. He is extremely knowledgeable, skilled, caring, and has a great sense of humor. He takes the time to address the soft tissues if needed, which really benefits the patient. I've seen many chiropractors over the years. He is by far the best one and I feel fortunate to have found him. Every time I have an adjustment from him, I feel as though I have had a full body tune-up.
Lynne Poirier
Apr 15, 2020
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I cannot recommend Dr. Donovan enough! I've been under his care for several years now, and as a long-time martial artist and fairly active person, his exceptional care and therapy has made a considerable difference in my life and my body's ability to continue a physically active lifestyle relatively pain free. He's professional, very knowledgeable and caring, a great listener, and he maintains a positive demeanor before, during and after his thorough assessment which always helps to put me at ease.
I have great confidence in Dr. Donovan and his warm and friendly staff, so much so that I am now driving from the Sacramento area so I can remain under their wonderful care - thank you Dr. Donovan and team!
I have great confidence in Dr. Donovan and his warm and friendly staff, so much so that I am now driving from the Sacramento area so I can remain under their wonderful care - thank you Dr. Donovan and team!
Yvette Montoya-Kelly
Mar 19, 2020
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Help me get through my plantar fasciitis almost 8 years ago and has not come back. His expertise of ART and chiropractic are great combinations for health.
