Many athletes and active adults deal with low back tightness during workouts, and most of the time it comes from core stability issues, hip mobility restrictions, or limited low back extension. This post breaks down the real causes and explains what you can do to fix it and train pain-free.

Overhead lifts causing shoulder pain? This post explains the most common reasons athletes feel pinching or discomfort overhead and how simple changes in mobility, rib position, and stability training can make a huge difference.

Everyone is an athlete, train your body for the sport of life.

Cyclists often develop low back pain from poor bike fit, posture, and muscle imbalances, but with the right mobility, strength, and treatment approach, it’s completely fixable.

Holiday travel often means long hours in the car, which can lead to stiffness, discomfort, and increased pain, especially in the low back, hips, and neck. In this post, Dr. Matt Amos from Highland Spine + Sport shares simple lifestyle tips to make road trips more comfortable. From optimizing your car seat setup and emptying your pockets to taking short breaks, staying hydrated, and relaxing your shoulders, these small adjustments can make a big difference in how you feel when you arrive at your destination.

Chiropractic care isn’t just for pain relief—it’s a key tool for athletes. Learn how Highland Spine + Sport in Roanoke helps improve mobility, prevent injuries, and boost performance through targeted adjustments and functional rehab.

Core stability is so crucial to health and longevity we are here to guide you!

The top pros in the PGA rely on TPI certified providers to help them navigate their golf swing! Get treated like a pro at Highland Spine + Sport!

Don't neglect your back when taking care of Fall chores. At Highland we make your health our #1 priority.

Neck and shoulders bothering you? This is the blog post for you!

Despite the weather, the golf game can always be improved through utilizing indoor resources!

Don't lose out on investing in your health before the end of the year!

Tired of that nagging and painful spot right beside the shoulder blade? This blog is for you!

If you’ve been in a car accident in Roanoke, Highland Spine and Sport is here to help you recover safely with personalized chiropractic care and advanced treatment options.

You don't have to just deal with pain, at Highland Spine + Sport, we give you the tools and strategies to take your health into your own hands.

Ever wondered what the best way was to recover following a tweak? Find out here!

Staying active especially with your free time is essential is creating long term health! Learn how being you can stay ahead of pain as a weekend warrior!

Time to take your healthcare team to the next level with adding in a modern style of chiropractic!

Recovery after a long run is so crucial to starting preparation and sustainability for your next run!

Knee pain can be a limiting factor in performance. Understanding your pain is the first step in recovery!

Tired of just dealing with it? Check this out if you're dealing with hip pain when runninig!

Sciatica can be so frustrating. Understanding it and having plan to attack it are crucial!

Don't keep guessing where your symptoms are originating from. At Highland we don't guess, we problem solve.

Its important to understand where the knee pain is coming from and then attack it with the proper protocol to get you feeling, moving, and performing at your best.

Interested in understanding the difference between dry needling and acupuncture?

Having the right idea on how to combat your pain is the first step! Check out this blog for real life advice on how to help!

Low back flare ups are frustrating but having the right guidance can definitely help!

Sometimes extremity pain in the arm or legs is actually coming from the spine! Find out more here!

Follow these tips and strategies to prevent and optimize performance when cycling in Roanoke, VA!

Active lifestyle, athlete, or weekend warrior this is chalked full of great info to keep you healthy and living life to the fullest!

Don't let the changing of the seasons, change how you feel!

Sciatica is not a forever problem. At Highland Spine + Sport we are here to help!

Why College Football Holds the Key to Your Everyday Performance (Even if You’re Not an Athlete)

Shoulder or arm pain with no clear cause? The real issue might be your neck—let us help you find the root and fix it.

Helping Roanoke’s Athletes Stay Strong, Healthy, and Ready to Perform

At Highland Spine and Sport, we help people in Roanoke finally find the root cause of their pain—and create a plan to fix it.

Use these three tips to take control of your recovery to be on a faster path to move, feel, and live at your best!

Discover how sports chiropractic care helps Roanoke athletes recover faster, move better, and perform at their best—without relying on pain meds or surgery.

Wondering whether to take painkillers or see a chiropractor? Learn the pros and cons of both approaches and why more Roanoke residents are turning to chiropractic care for long-term relief.

Hip pain can sideline you from workouts, chores around the house, or even just a comfortable night’s sleep. At Highland Spine and Sport in Roanoke, VA, we know that identifying and treating the true source of your pain is the key to lasting relief.

Suffering from neck pain after a car accident in Roanoke, VA? Learn what causes it, why it can get worse over time, and how Highland Spine + Sport can help.

Learn how headaches stem from the neck and how a Roanoke, VA chiropractor at Highland Spine and Sport can help you find long-term relief.

If sharp, radiating leg pain is slowing you down, the right blend of chiropractic adjustments, soft‑tissue work, and targeted rehab can get you back to the activities you love—without drugs or surgery.

Learn how to determine the difference between muscle and joint pain!

Why Your Pain Keeps Coming Back (And How to Stop It)

Low back pain? Discover why it lingers—and how to fix it.

If you're a runner dealing with nagging pain or tightness, discover how chiropractic care at Highland Spine and Sport goes beyond adjustments to keep you moving strong and injury-free.

Long drives might feel relaxing, but they could be silently wrecking your spine—find out how to stay pain-free on your next road trip.

Injuries from car accidents aren’t always obvious right away, but they can lead to long-term pain if left untreated. At Highland Spine and Sport, we offer personalized chiropractic care to reduce inflammation, restore motion, and help you recover fully—without relying on medication

If you've been in a car accident in Roanoke, VA, Highland Spine and Sport offers personalized chiropractic care to help you recover naturally—without drugs or surgery. Common post-accident issues like whiplash, neck and back pain, and muscle stiffness can worsen over time if left untreated.

Having the direction and guidance on what to do is half the battle! At Highland we act as a navigation system giving you direction on what the right thing to do is!

Summer is heating up, and injuries on the rise! Lets stay out ahead of pain!

Discover how dry needling at Highland Spine and Sport in Roanoke, Virginia can help relieve pain, accelerate recovery, and get you back to doing what you love—pain-free.

How Proper Movement, Core Stability, and Chiropractic Care Can Improve Your Game

Things are springing back into action this time of year! Lets Keep you active and healthy!

Highland Spine & Sport is here to help you move better, stronger, and pain-free.

You deserve a pain free life. Highland is here to guide you!

There is no "bad posture" only one that we spend too much time in!

We are so excited to be a part of the Roanoke, Virginia Community!

Movement is life!

Highland Spine + Sport in Roanoke, VA, treats headaches with chiropractic care, dry needling, soft tissue therapy, rehabilitation techniques to provide lasting relief.

The McKenzie Technique empowers you to relieve pain and prevent recurrence with personalized exercises and self-management strategies. Get lasting results and take control of your recovery!

This is how we incorporate dry needling in to help our patients feel better, move better, and live better!

Chiropractic adjustments help restore spinal alignment and improve overall health.

Active Release Technique is effective for treating sports injuries and improving muscle function.

Utilizing this therapy aligns with our mission is to help out patients reach greater heights by providing them expert guidance and world class treatments that will help them move better, feel better, and live better so they can reach their goals.

Dr. Amos is excited to serve the Roanoke, VA community!