What We Do
Your body is a skeleton moved by muscles, controlled by the nervous system. When any part of that system isn't working well, the rest compensates, and compensation is often where pain begins.
Most chiropractors focus primarily on the joint. We focus on the joint AND the muscles that move it. Tight, imbalanced muscles pull joints out of position and keep them there, even after a good adjustment. Addressing both together leads to more complete, longer-lasting results.
We are not a high-volume, quick-adjustment office. Our approach combines chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy, stretching, rehabilitation, and recovery support to help patients achieve longer-lasting results.
For more than 35 years, Dr. Jim Donoghue D.C. has helped Sacramento-area patients recover from injury, improve mobility, and stay active through a combination of chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy, rehabilitation, and movement-based recovery strategies.
The Wellness Spa of Arden • Serving Sacramento Since 1993
Move Better. Recover Better. Function Better.
Curious how we think about pain in general? Read our philosophy →
What We Offer
Every service works together as part of a whole-body approach
Chiropractic Adjustments
Restoring normal joint motion in the spine, hips, and extremities so your body can move more freely and with less pain.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and Graston technique to release tension and improve movement.
Rehabilitation
Targeted exercises and home programs so improvements last beyond the office visit.
Auto Accident Care
Whiplash, collision injuries, and personal injury documentation support.
Learn more →Sports Injury Care
From golfers and pickleball players to runners, cyclists, martial artists, and competitive athletes. Keep your body performing at its best.
Learn more →TMJ & Jaw Pain
Jaw tension, facial pain, and TMJ-related discomfort often connected to neck restriction.
Plantar Fasciitis & Foot Pain
Dedicated treatment protocol addressing heel pain and contributing factors above it.
Physiotherapy & Recovery Modalities
Electrical stimulation, ultrasound, traction, and other recovery modalities incorporated when appropriate to support healing, reduce discomfort, and improve function.
Stretching & Flexibility
Guided mobility work to improve range of motion and support long-term recovery.
Moist Heat Therapy
Moist heat packs are applied before treatment to relax tight muscles, making adjustments more comfortable and often more effective.
Extremity Adjusting
Adjusting beyond the spine, including shoulders, knees, ankles, wrists, and feet, to restore motion where the body needs it.
Nutritional Guidance
Practical recommendations on anti-inflammatory foods and targeted supplementation to support healing and recovery.
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Don't see your condition listed? Give us a call. We treat a wide range of issues including shoulder, elbow, and wrist pain, TMJ, foot, knee and ankle pain, and more. New condition pages are added regularly.
Why Our Approach Is Different
Many chiropractic offices focus almost exclusively on spinal adjustments. At The Wellness Spa of Arden, treatment often begins with moist heat to prepare the tissues, relax the body, and create a more comfortable treatment experience. Care may then include soft tissue therapy, stretching, and chiropractic treatment, followed by rehabilitation exercises and recovery strategies tailored to your specific needs.
Tight muscles pull joints back into dysfunctional patterns. By addressing both the muscles and the joints together, many patients experience more comfortable treatment and longer-lasting results.
Our goal isn't simply to help you feel better for a few hours. It's to help you move better, recover better, and function better long term.
Massage therapy and esthetics services are also available at Wellness Spa of Arden through our licensed massage therapist and esthetician.
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