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Muscle Strains: how Dr. Nathan Beyerl treats it in Carlsbad

Looking for help with muscle strains in Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside or North County San Diego? Dr. Nathan Beyerl, DC, CPT at The Bridge Chiropractic (6102 Avenida Encinas, Suite H, Carlsbad, CA 92011) approaches muscle strains by looking past the painful area to the mobility, strength and movement patterns that load it, then combining hands-on treatment where appropriate with progressive strengthening so the area can tolerate more activity. His approach is described below in his own words. To work with him, book a free discovery call or call (858) 277-7500.

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Written by Dr. Nathan Beyerl, DC, CPT (Doctor of Chiropractic (DC); Certified Personal Trainer (CPT); Titleist Performance Institute Level 2 Fitness Certified; DBC Performance Level 2 Certified; trainer at DBC and Legacy Performance Training). Last updated 2026-11-03.

How muscle strains is treated at The Bridge Chiropractic

What most people do

Most people rest the injured muscle until it stops hurting.

What we look at

We assess the injured tissue, strength limitations, and which movements aggravate symptoms.

Then

Then we use appropriate treatment and progressively reload the muscle to restore strength and movement capacity.

Muscle Strains by sport

Sport-specific versions of this problem, each with its own rehab program and outcome.

Muscle Strains in Golfers (Golf): Improved strength, restored movement, and a more confident return to the course.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Basketball Players (Basketball): Reduced hip discomfort, improved strength and mobility, and greater confidence sprinting, cutting, and jumping.
Hamstring Strains in Basketball Players (Basketball): Restored hamstring strength, improved sprinting tolerance, and a confident return to explosive basketball movements.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Volleyball Players (Volleyball): Reduced hip discomfort, improved strength and mobility, and greater confidence jumping, landing, and moving around the court.
Hamstring Strains in Football Players (High School Football): Restored hamstring strength, improved sprinting tolerance, and greater confidence accelerating and running at high speeds.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Football Players (High School Football): Reduced hip discomfort, improved strength and mobility, and greater confidence sprinting, cutting, and changing direction.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Tennis Players (High School Tennis): Reduced hip discomfort, improved strength and mobility, and greater confidence accelerating, rotating, and changing direction.
Muscle Strains and Overuse Injuries in Surfers (Surfing): Reduced discomfort, restored strength and mobility, and greater confidence returning to regular surfing.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Field Hockey Players (High School Field Hockey): Reduced hip discomfort, improved strength and mobility, and greater confidence sprinting, rotating, and maintaining athletic positions.
Hamstring Strains in Field Hockey Players (High School Field Hockey): Restored hamstring strength, improved sprinting tolerance, and greater confidence accelerating and running at high speeds.
Groin Pain and Adductor Strains in Field Hockey Players (High School Field Hockey): Reduced groin discomfort, improved hip strength and stability, and greater confidence cutting, defending, and changing direction.
Hamstring Strains in Baseball Players (High School Baseball): Restored hamstring strength, improved sprinting tolerance, and greater confidence accelerating and running the bases.
Oblique Strains and Rotational Muscle Injuries in Baseball Players (High School Baseball): Reduced trunk discomfort, restored rotational strength, and greater confidence swinging, throwing, and performing explosive baseball movements.
Hamstring Strains in Track and Field Athletes (High School Track and Field): Restored hamstring strength, improved sprinting tolerance, and greater confidence accelerating and running at high speeds.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Track and Field Athletes (High School Track and Field): Reduced hip discomfort, improved strength and mobility, and greater confidence sprinting, jumping, and accelerating.
Calf Strains in Track and Field Athletes (High School Track and Field): Restored calf strength, improved lower-leg function, and greater confidence during explosive push-offs and running.
Quadriceps Strains in Track and Field Athletes (High School Track and Field): Restored quadriceps strength, improved running and jumping tolerance, and greater confidence during explosive athletic movements.
Muscle Strains in Weightlifters (Weightlifting): Restored muscular strength, improved movement tolerance, and greater confidence returning to resistance training.
Calf Strains in Pickleball Players (Pickleball): Restored calf strength, improved lower-leg function, and greater confidence moving explosively around the court.
Hamstring Strains in Pickleball Players (Pickleball): Restored hamstring strength, improved movement tolerance, and greater confidence sprinting, stopping, and changing direction.
Hamstring Pain and Strains in Rowers (Rowing): Improved hamstring strength, reduced discomfort, and greater tolerance for rowing movements.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Cheerleaders (Cheerleading): Reduced hip discomfort, improved strength and mobility, and greater confidence during jumps and tumbling.
Hamstring Strains in Cheerleaders (Cheerleading): Restored hamstring strength, improved movement tolerance, and greater confidence during jumps and tumbling.
Muscle Strains and Overuse Injuries in CrossFit Athletes (CrossFit): Restored strength, improved movement tolerance, and greater confidence returning to CrossFit workouts.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Softball Players (Softball): Reduced hip discomfort, improved mobility and strength, and greater confidence during pitching, hitting, and sprinting.
Hamstring Strains in Softball Players (Softball): Restored hamstring strength, improved sprinting tolerance, and greater confidence running the bases.
Oblique Strains and Rotational Muscle Injuries in Softball Players (Softball): Restored rotational strength, reduced discomfort, and greater confidence swinging and throwing.
Hamstring Strains in Soccer Players (Soccer): Restored hamstring strength, improved sprinting tolerance, and greater confidence running at high speeds.
Groin Pain and Adductor Strains in Soccer Players (Soccer): Reduced groin discomfort, improved hip strength and stability, and greater confidence kicking, cutting, and changing direction.
Hip Pain and Hip Flexor Strains in Soccer Players (Soccer): Reduced hip discomfort, improved mobility and strength, and greater confidence during soccer activities.
Calf Strains in Soccer Players (Soccer): Restored calf strength, improved running tolerance, and greater confidence during explosive movements.

Muscle Strains: common questions

How does The Bridge Chiropractic treat muscle strains?

Most people rest the injured muscle until it stops hurting. We assess the injured tissue, strength limitations, and which movements aggravate symptoms. Then we use appropriate treatment and progressively reload the muscle to restore strength and movement capacity.

Is muscle strains treated differently for athletes?

Yes. Dr. Beyerl has written sport-specific programs for muscle strains in golf, basketball, volleyball, football, tennis, surfing, field hockey, baseball, track and field, weightlifting, pickleball, rowing, cheerleading, crossfit, softball, soccer. The assessment looks at the same joints and strength qualities, then the rebuilding phase is matched to what that sport demands, and each program ends with a sport-specific outcome.

Where are you located and how do I start?

The Bridge Chiropractic is at 6102 Avenida Encinas, Suite H, Carlsbad, CA 92011, serving Carlsbad, Encinitas, Oceanside, Solana Beach, Del Mar and San Diego. Start with a free discovery call, online or at (858) 277-7500, followed by an in-person assessment.