Our Approach to Injury Rehabilitation
Injury rehabilitation at Thrive Sports Medicine goes beyond managing symptoms. Dr. Tyler Andres builds personalized treatment plans designed to restore strength, flexibility, and mobility so you can return to your best life as quickly and safely as possible.
Living in Salida means staying active. Whether you are a skier, climber, runner, mountain biker, or weekend hiker, your body takes on demands that can lead to acute injuries or cumulative wear and tear over time. Dr. Andres understands the needs of active individuals in the Arkansas Valley and tailors every rehab plan to match your activity level and goals.
Using a combination of acupuncture, dry needling, myofascial release, and hands-on bodywork, Dr. Andres addresses the injured tissue directly while also treating the compensatory patterns that develop around the injury. This comprehensive approach helps prevent re-injury and supports a full, lasting recovery.
YOUR VISIT
What to Expect During Injury Rehabilitation
Every rehab plan starts with understanding your injury, your body, and your goals.
Injury Rehabilitation FAQs
How soon after an injury should I start rehab?
In many cases, the sooner you begin treatment, the better the outcome. For acute injuries, Dr. Andres can begin gentle, targeted therapies within days of the injury to reduce inflammation, manage pain, and prevent compensatory patterns from developing. For chronic or older injuries, it is never too late to start rehabilitation.
Do I need a referral or imaging before starting?
No referral is needed. You can schedule directly with Thrive Sports Medicine. If you have existing imaging (X-rays, MRI, etc.), bring it to your first visit. If Dr. Andres believes additional imaging would be helpful, he will recommend it.
What types of injuries do you treat?
Dr. Andres treats a wide range of injuries including sports injuries, car accident injuries, workplace injuries, overuse injuries, and post-surgical recovery. He has 15 years of experience working with athletes, active individuals, and patients recovering from complex trauma.
Can you work alongside my physical therapist or doctor?
Absolutely. Dr. Andres regularly collaborates with physical therapists, orthopedic surgeons, primary care physicians, and chiropractors. His treatments complement traditional rehabilitation and can help accelerate recovery when used together.
YOUR PROVIDER
Meet Dr. Tyler Andres, DAOM, LAc
Dr. Tyler Andres was raised in Colorado and has a deep love for the outdoors, for being active, and for helping others live their best lives. He takes pride in having helped individuals for 15 years managing pain and physical health.
He completed his Doctorate at OCOM in Oregon and pursued additional training with internationally recognized organizations.
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Doctorate of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (DAOM)
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Licensed Acupuncturist (LAc)
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Institute of Classics in East Asian Medicine
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Neijing Acupuncture with Dr. Neal, MD
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Ling Gui Qi Gong School with Dr. Liu
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VISIT OUR CLINIC
Thrive Sports Medicine, Salida CO
Thrive Sports Medicine, LLC
129 1/2 West 3rd Street, Unit #7
Salida, CO 81201
Phone: 719-626-1015
Email: thrivesalida@gmail.com
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
