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active recovery as you strengthen and heal

At GameDay Sport and Spine, we’re dedicated to helping you stay in the game—whether that’s on the field, at work, with your family, or living your everyday life. Through personalized, evidence-based sports chiropractic care, rehabilitation, and performance training, we empower individuals of all activity levels to recover from injuries, improve function, and achieve their goals. Life is your sport, and we’re here to help you move, perform, and thrive. Let’s get ready for GameDay!

who we are

Services

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Chiropractic adjustments

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soft tissue manual therapy

Graston Technique

Cupping

Cross Friction Massage

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Corrective Rehabilitation and performance

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Active release technique (ART) | Myofascial release

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Dry needling | acupuncture

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Sports Taping & Bracing

Kinesiology Taping

Athletic Taping

Dr. Christopher Dean

  • Dr. Christopher Dean is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic who graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University. Dr. Dean was a three sport high school athlete, played collegiate soccer and has continued enjoying athletics and other sports through CrossFit, golf, running and snowboarding. He works with Team USA Sports Medicine, providing medical support for USA Fencing and has helped other US Olympic and Paralympic athletes for both summer and winter games. He supports the Twin Cities athletic community, providing medical support and education to running clubs, high school athletic events, and events like the US Open Racquetball Championship and CrossFit Granite Games. A certified CrossFit L1 Trainer, Dr. Dean practices a comprehensive treatment approach, supporting his patients’ individual goals with active recovery so athletes can train as they strengthen and heal.

    • Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP) from the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

    • Certified Chiropractic Acupuncturist from the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners

    • Lead Medical Provider for Team USA Fencing 

    • 2024 Sports Chiropractor of the Year - MN Chiropractic Association

    •  Team Physician for M1 (Minnesota One) Volleyball Club out of Bloomington, MN

    • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

    • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

    • Active Release Technique (ART) practitioner

    • RockTape Certified: Fascial Movement Taping (FMT) – Levels I and II

    • Mobility WOD Practitioner

    • Top Sports Chiropractor - Minnesota Monthly Magazine 2016-present

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What clients are saying

  • “Dr. Dean has helped me battle through several sports injuries!  He really listens to what I have to say and helps me stay on the court as we work through the injury.  Dr. Dean’s rehab exercises allow me to take an active role in healing and get back to 100% FASTER! He’s the best!!!”

    - Holly W. 

  • “Dr. Chris helped our teenage son work through multiple sports related injuries. He earned our trust, and our son's trust, through positive and clear communication surrounding his injuries, all within a relaxed environment. As parents, we also appreciated his willingness to work as part of a team to ensure the best progress for our son mentally and physically. “

    - Danielle H. 

  • “As a sports chiropractor, Dr. Chris has helped me with numerous injuries beyond what most people are accustomed to seeing chiropractors for including hip, foot, calf and shoulder injuries. I appreciate his holistic approach to care, always providing immediate relief of symptoms and exercises to continue healing and avoid re-injury. He’s my first choice for both acute and chronic injuries and would highly recommend him.”

    - Doug R.  

  • “I have been a patient of Dr. Dean‘s for several years. He has helped me through plantar fasciitis, vertigo, shoulder, knee and lower back issues. I most appreciate his sports centered mindset and his ability (and honesty) when he determines that an injury requires another avenue to healing. His extensive knowledge and experience allows me the confidence that I am receiving the best care possible.”

    - Wendy B. 

  • “I’ve known Chris for almost a decade, and he is exceptional at what he does. Whether it’s troubleshooting an ailment, getting an adjustment, or working through some mobility issues he's helped me through it all. Chris is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and personable. You can’t go wrong in choosing him and I will continue to refer friends and family for a long time to come.” 

    - Curt F. 

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