Shoulder Rehabilitation — Ozark, MO
Still Dealing With Shoulder Pain?
You have rested it. You have iced it. You have done the same band exercises for months. It is time for a real diagnosis and a real plan.
Book Your AssessmentThe Real Issue
You've Tried Everything.
You're Still in Pain.
You have been to the chiropractor who cracks your back three times a week. You have done the same band exercises in PT for months. You have rested, iced, and waited.
And nothing has changed.
That is not your fault. That is the wrong approach. We do things differently.
Real Results
What Our Patients Say
"The Athlete Spot with Dr. Kauffman is where you go if you want 1 on 1 personal attention. He genuinely cares about you and will put in the work to get you across the finish line. Dr. Kauffman restored my confidence in strength workouts. Despite some initial pain in my shoulder, we worked through it and his training plans set me on a course to throw a ball without excruciating pain. You don't feel like a patient or a customer with Dr. Kauffman, the personal attention makes it feel like more of a friendship."
"Dr K is the man! Fixed my shoulder mobility issue today. One visit. He takes the time to assess and ask questions. He's direct. And he genuinely cares. 5 stars. Would recommend."
"Dr. Kauffman is the man! I came in with an upper back/shoulder blade pain that was limiting what I could and could not workout. He asked a lot of questions and conducted tests to really identify what triggered the pain and after my first appointment I felt so much better already. He took that first hour to teach me a lot about how to properly use my body and break habits I developed after 15+ years of gymnastics. After my first few appointments with him I not only do not have that pain, but feel way more confident that I am moving and working out in a way that helps my body instead of hurts it!"
Conditions We Treat
What athletes like you come to us for
Rotator Cuff Tears & Strains
Pain with reaching, pressing, or sleeping on your side. We find out which tendon is involved and build a plan that actually loads it back to full strength.
Frozen Shoulder
You can't reach behind your back or overhead. Range of motion disappeared slowly, and nothing seems to bring it back. We figure out what stage you're in and treat accordingly.
Labrum Tears & Shoulder Instability
Catching, clicking, or feeling like your shoulder might slip out. We assess severity and build stability back — conservatively or post-surgically.
Shoulder Impingement
Pinching when you raise your arm. Gets worse overhead. Usually a movement problem, not a structural one — and it responds well to the right rehab.
Post-Surgical Shoulder Rehab
After rotator cuff repair, labrum surgery, or replacement. Structured progression from day one to full return to sport. No guessing.
Bench Press & Overhead Pain
You train through it until you can't. We find out what's breaking down and fix it — so you can press heavy again without hesitation.
CrossFit & Overhead Athlete Injuries
Kipping, snatching, and high-rep overhead work puts unique stress on the shoulder. We treat the tissue and address the movement pattern driving it.
Throwing Shoulder Pain
Baseball, softball, football — repetitive throwing breaks down the shoulder over time. We rehab the tissue and rebuild the mechanics to keep you on the field.
If your shoulder keeps flaring up no matter what you try, it's time for a real assessment.
Dr. Thomas Kauffman
DC · CDNP · CSCS · USAW · CFL1 · FRC
Dr. Kauffman is a sports chiropractor in Ozark, Missouri and the founder of The Athlete Spot. He started this practice because too many athletes were getting cookie-cutter treatment that did not work. His approach builds strength — not a dependency on weekly visits. Every athlete gets a custom rehab plan with direct access to Dr. Kauffman. In-person and virtual. No assistants. No hand-offs. Your doctor, every step of the way.
Stop Guessing. Get Assessed.
Tell us about your shoulder. We will be in touch fast.
(636) 224-8587 | 5349 N 22nd St, STE 5, Ozark, MO 65721