Top-Rated Chiropractor in Nashville

Expert Chiropractic Care for the Movers and Doers

Specialized treatment for sports injuries, chronic pain, and performance optimization. Get back to the activities you love without surgery or lengthy downtime.

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Don't Let Pain Keep You 
On The Sidelines

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Recurring Sports Injuries

You keep getting hurt doing the same activities, and traditional treatments aren't addressing the root cause of your pain.

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Chronic Back Pain

Persistent pain that's affecting your workouts, sleep, and daily activities - and you're tired of just managing symptoms.

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Fear of Surgery

Being told surgery might be your only option when you know there has to be a better, less invasive
way to heal.

Our Proven Process

The MADE Method

True recovery is more than pain relief - it’s a process. At The Recovery Studio, we guide you through four essential phases designed to restore and optimize every layer of your health.

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Why Active Adults Choose Us

Unlike traditional chiropractic clinics, we specialize exclusively in treating active adults who refuse to let pain slow them down.

Our approach combines advanced chiropractic techniques with performance-focused rehabilitation to get you back to peak function.

Specialized expertise in sports and performance injuries

Advanced diagnostic techniques and movement analysis

Personalized treatment plans for your specific activities

Focus on long-term performance, not just pain relief

A Two-Day Process Built Around You

At The Recovery Studio, we don’t rush to adjust, tape, or treat without knowing the full picture. That’s why your care begins with a purposeful two-day intake designed to understand you, not just your symptoms.

Whether you're recovering from a major injury or just ready to move better for the long haul, most patients begin active care immediately.

We’re equipped to evaluate and treat a wide range of cases—from post-surgical rehab to acute pain and complex histories—without delay or generic protocols.

We Don’t Just Fix. 
We Rebuild.

Our approach blends clinical precision with personal connection because every body has the capacity to heal, adapt, and elevate if given the right inputs.

We take time to understand the story behind your pain
or performance limits, then tailor a hands-on, whole-body plan 
to help you move better, feel better, and stay better.

This is care that works with you, not on you. It’s not a quick fix. It’s a lasting upgrade.

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How It Works

Your Path to Peak Performance

Getting back to the activities you love doesn't have to be complicated.

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Schedule Your Free Discovery Call

Get a comprehensive assessment of your condition and goals.

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Get Your Custom Recovery Plan, Just for You

Receive a personalized treatment strategy designed specifically for your body and lifestyle.

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Live Pain-Free
& Stay Active

Follow your tailored plan and get back to the activities you love with expert guidance.

What Our Patients Say

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"What I appreciate about Dr. Shay is that he really listens and is genuinely interested in giving his patients the most effective treatment or combination of treatments (adjustment, cold laser therapy, dry needling, etc.).  I highly recommend The Recovery Studio and Dr. Shay. He has definitely made a difference in my ability to maintain a high level of mobility and activity."
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Jennifer Ervin
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"Dr Glenn has taken by strength training to a new level of pain free movements.  Tendinitis, shoulder and back issues have been remedied w dry needling, laser and minor hands on chiropractic work. Highly recommend a consult if you struggle with meeting your performance goals."
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Daren Rippy
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"Dr. Shay is wonderful! He was referred to me by a friend when I moved to Nashville and was looking to continue chiropractic care. He is attentive, listens to what issues are going on, and is detailed in his care & therapy."
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Sydney Alery
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"Dr. Shay at recovery studio in Nashville has been a godsend to me. I have tried other treatment options and have found his work to be more effective than any other. In addition to traditional chiropractic, he is his laser and dry needling from which I have received relief. in addition, he is very personable, listens well and offers good advice. He even has helped me with nutritional matters as well."
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"Dr. Shay truly cares about his patients. He does everything he can to provide a positive professional therapeutic experience and he does so with a personal touch. He is passionate about building not only a successful practice but also about building community."
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"Dr. Shay is an excellent doctor. Not only does his sunny personality heal my soul during our visits, but his excellent knowledge of chiropractic removes the pain I would live with from arthritis. I highly recommend him and his office."

Get Back to the Active Lifestyle You Love Today

Pain shouldn't dictate what you can and can't do. Book your consultation now and start your journey back to the activities that make you feel alive.

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