Business Details
47 Years
experience
Cambridge Chiropractic Care for Sports Injuries
Khalsa Chiropractic, established in 1979, has provided expert chiropractic care to Cambridge and surrounding areas for over four decades. Our team of certified professionals specializes in advanced soft tissue integration, treating elite athletes from the Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots, Olympic teams, and collegiate programs. We employ evidence-based techniques like Active Release, Graston, and FAKTR while collaborating with medical specialists for comprehensive care. Our practitioners hold certifications from leading institutions and have extensive experience in sports medicine, prenatal care, and rehabilitation.We emphasize patient-centered treatment plans tailored to individual needs, combining manual therapies with corrective exercises to address acute injuries and chronic conditions. With locations in Harvard Square and Boston's Back Bay, we serve diverse populations including athletes, performing artists, and individuals seeking non-surgical joint pain solutions.
Services
Sports Injuries
Women's Health
Performing Artists Care
Prenatal Support
Repetitive Strain
Spinal Adjustments
Active Release
Graston Technique
Functional Rehabilitation
Orthopedic Care
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience treating professional athletes from Boston's major sports teams
- Our practitioners utilize patented soft tissue techniques like Active Release and Graston
- We coordinate care with Harvard University Health Services and Boston medical specialists
- Our staff includes certified strength and conditioning specialists with sports science backgrounds
- We offer specialized care for performing artists and prenatal/postnatal musculoskeletal conditions
Associations and certifications
- American Chiropractic Association
- International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
- Massachusetts Chiropractic Society
- Professional Baseball Chiropractic Society
What people say
Fast recovery
Expertise with athletes
Comprehensive care
Pain-free marathon
Career-saving treatment
Services
Sports Injuries
Our sports injury treatment combines advanced soft tissue integration with biomechanical analysis for professional and amateur athletes. Using techniques like Active Release and Graston, we accelerate recovery from conditions such as iliotibial band syndrome and plantar fasciitis while improving performance. Our certified specialists collaborate with Boston's major sports teams to deliver Olympic-level care.
Prenatal Support
Specialized musculoskeletal care addresses pregnancy-related pain through gentle joint mobilization and myofascial release. We treat sacroiliac joint dysfunction and pubic symphysis pain while optimizing pelvic alignment for labor preparation. Webster Technique-certified practitioners create ideal in utero environments and alleviate discomfort from postural changes during pregnancy.
Repetitive Strain
We treat cumulative trauma disorders from occupational and recreational activities using functional movement assessment and soft tissue mobilization. Evidence-based protocols address carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome and rotator cuff injuries through combined manual therapy and ergonomic retraining to break pain cycles and prevent recurrence.
Performing Artists
Customized treatment plans for dancers, musicians, and theater professionals combine extremity adjustments with neuromuscular reeducation. We address performance-specific conditions like snapping hip syndrome and De Quervain's tenosynovitis while optimizing range of motion and preventing career-threatening injuries through kinesiology taping and rehabilitative exercise programs.
Active Release
Certified practitioners deliver precise fascial manipulation to resolve scar tissue adhesions and optimize musculoskeletal function. This hands-on technique treats tendonopathies, nerve entrapments, and joint restrictions while complementing spinal adjustments. Treatment combines movement-based assessment with targeted myofascial release for enhanced tissue mobility.
People
Dr. Hari Khalsa
Founder
Established the practice in 1979 and served as team chiropractor for New England Patriots since 2022. Holds extensive sports medicine experience treating Olympic and professional athletes while maintaining community care focus in Cambridge.
Dr. Thomas Hagan
Sports Medicine Specialist
NYCC graduate with CCSP certification specializing in soft tissue treatment for athletes. Provides official care for Boston Red Sox and Harvard University as chiropractic consultant while maintaining active lifestyle through outdoor sports.
Dr. Sara Morrissey Posner
Back Bay Director
Founder of Back Bay location with honors doctorate from NYCC and post-doctoral specialty in women's health. Served Boston Breakers and local collegiate athletes with Graston technique expertise while integrating acupuncture and pilates into multidisciplinary care.
Dr. Andrea Ansenberger
Sports Rehabilitation
MSU graduate and ART-certified provider serving Harvard University Track & Field. Utilizes evidence-based approach combining soft tissue mobilization with functional rehabilitation to treat active individuals from professional athletes to weekend warriors.
Dr. Kyle Parrilla
Sports Performance
Prior experience in multidisciplinary pain management focused on opioid reduction. Provides onsite care for Boston Red Sox and Harvard athletic teams using soft tissue techniques. Emphasizes patient education and functional improvement through evidence-based chiropractic interventions.
Questions
Do you treat non-athletes?
Yes, our expertise in musculoskeletal care benefits anyone seeking non-surgical pain relief regardless of activity level.
How do you handle complex cases?
We collaborate with medical specialists and use advanced diagnostic techniques to create comprehensive treatment plans for complex conditions.
What makes your prenatal care unique?
Webster Technique-certified providers focus on pelvic alignment optimization with gentle methods tailored to each pregnancy stage.
Can you help with repetitive work injuries?
Yes, we specialize in resolving cumulative trauma disorders using functional movement analysis and targeted soft tissue treatment.
Do you work with other healthcare providers?
We maintain strong relationships with medical specialists and coordinate multidisciplinary care when needed for optimal patient outcomes.
What techniques do you use?
We employ Active Release, Graston, FAKTR, and other evidence-based techniques matched to individual patient needs and conditions.
Reviews (5)
Thomas Kittredge
May 02, 2022
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In need of an urgent adjustment while out of town and the office manager is very unwilling to work with me.
Nicolas N.
Jul 17, 2021
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When my orthopedist told me to go to Khalsa Chiropractic for deep tissue/myofascial release work on my shoulder and hip I was hesitant - I've never been to chiropractor before and didn't know what to expect - but I made an appointment with Dr. Sara Morrissey Posner and would at least give it a try. Their office on Boylston Street is spotless and doesn't have a doctor's office feel - more like the Pilates studio they share the space with. Dr. Morrissey Posner asked lots of question and explained the myofascial techniques before she proceeded - very thorough. Pleasantly surprised doesn't describe the amount of pain relief and gain of range-of-motion I've experienced after 5 visits to her. It's just remarkable how much better I feel.
Stephanie Gipson
Mar 10, 2021
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I was skeptical to visit a chiropractor due to previous experience. I wanted actually help vs simply having a generic adjustment. I will say Dr. Toader does a phenomenal job. Not only does she listen to me when I go in, but makes great recommendations to help me continue to remain injury free during training season. I have never met the other practitioners there, but I Dr. Toader is great to work with.
Carrie Arruda
Jan 27, 2021
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I've been to many chiropractors throughout my life, and Dr. Toader has been the most thorough. Many chiropractors spend only 10 minutes with you - quick adjustment and then they're onto the next one. Dr. Toader takes the time to listen and puts so much effort into helping you feeling better for the long haul.
Antonio Jimenez
Feb 23, 2020
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I highly recommend Dr. Ansenberger. Very thorough and professional. I used to see her before she moved to the Boston area, and I still miss her adjustments. She always had me feeling better after I saw her. The Boston area is lucky to have her. Top notch chiropractor!
