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Sarasota Upper Extremity Specialist

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Advanced Corrective Chiropractic Care

Are you sidelined by persistent shoulder, elbow, or wrist pain? At Vertical Chiropractic®, we move beyond the spine to address the biomechanical root of upper extremity dysfunction. Led by Dr. Bobby Fano, DC, MS—a world-renowned Gonstead Diplomate and Lead Instructor for Werking On Extremities—our Sarasota clinic provides the precision needed for elite recovery.

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Shoulder Pain & Dysfunction

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, making it highly susceptible to misalignment and mechanical irritation. We specialize in:

  • Shoulder Impingement & Rotator Cuff Dysfunction: Restoring proper joint tracking to prevent fraying and tears.
  • Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder): Utilizing specific Gonstead adjustments to restore range of motion.
  • Scapula Dyskinesis: Correcting “winging” or improper movement of the shoulder blade.
  • AC & Sternoclavicular Joint Dysfunction: Addressing the critical junctions where the arm meets the torso.
  • Shoulder Labrum Irritation & Swimmer’s Shoulder: Essential corrective care for overhead athletes and swimmers.

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Elbow Injuries & Overuse Syndromes

Elbow pain is rarely just about the elbow; it is often a result of compensation from the shoulder or wrist. Our corrective approach includes:

  • Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) & Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow): Addressing the mechanical tension at the tendon attachments.
  • Radial Head Fixation: A common, often overlooked cause of restricted arm rotation.
  • Elbow Sprains & Nerve Entrapments: Including Cubital Tunnel Syndrome and Pronator Teres Syndrome.

Nursemaid’s Elbow: Gentle, specific adjustments for pediatric elbow subluxations.

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Wrist & Hand Conditions

Precision is paramount when dealing with the intricate bones of the wrist and hand. We provide expert care for:

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Relieving median nerve pressure through specific carpal bone adjustments.
  • De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (“Mommy Wrist”): Specialized care for perinatal patients and caregivers.
  • Wrist Sprains & Instability: Restoring the “Foundation Principle” to the small bones of the wrist.
  • TFCC Irritation: Addressing the ulnar-sided wrist pain common in athletes.
  • Trigger Finger & Thumb CMC Dysfunction: Managing the mechanical components of hand arthritis.
  • Hand Neuropathies: Expert diagnosis and care for ulnar, median, and radial nerve distributions.
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The Vertical Chiropractic® Advantage

Why Choose Vertical Chiropractic® for Extremities?

Extremity Care Expertise

  • Elite Credentials: Dr. Fano holds a Master of Science in Sports Injury Management and is a Gonstead Diplomate, a distinction held by few practitioners worldwide.
  • Instructor-Level Care: As the Lead Instructor for Werking On Extremities, Dr. Fano teaches other doctors how to adjust these complex joints.
  • Award-Winning Results: Trust the team voted Best of SRQ Platinum 2025 for your corrective care.

Schedule Your Sarasota Extremity Assessment

Don’t let extremity pain limit your performance or your lifestyle. Experience the “Posture is Power” difference at our State Street location.

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