Spine Care in Grass Valley & Nevada City

Whether you're dealing with a recent injury, recurring stiffness, sciatica, or persistent spinal pain, our approach starts with understanding the problem — and builds toward helping you move comfortably and confidently again.

Choosing the right provider matters, especially when pain keeps returning or previous treatment hasn't delivered the improvement you hoped for.

Dr. Roberts, DC graduated summa cum laude and as valedictorian from Western States Chiropractic College. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and is a Diplomate in Chiropractic Neurology, with additional experience in strength and conditioning.

That background brings together an understanding of spinal mechanics, nerve function, and physical performance. Your evaluation considers how joints, muscles, nerves, and movement patterns may be contributing to your symptoms — and what you need to regain function.

You can expect clear explanations, thoughtful treatment recommendations, and a plan connected to your goals.

We provide conservative care for a range of back and neck problems, including:

• Low back pain: Recent episodes, recurring flare-ups, and persistent discomfort.
• Neck pain and stiffness: Difficulty turning your head, discomfort with desk work, and restricted movement.
• Sciatica and lumbar radiculopathy: Pain, tingling, or numbness extending into the buttock or leg.
• Cervical radiculopathy: Neck-related symptoms traveling into the shoulder, arm, or hand.
• Disc-related pain: Symptoms associated with disc irritation, bulging discs, or herniation when conservative care is appropriate.
• Degenerative spinal conditions: Pain and movement limitations associated with arthritis, spondylosis, and degenerative disc changes.
• Sacroiliac joint-related pain: Discomfort around the pelvis, low back, or buttock.
• Mid-back and rib joint pain: Symptoms associated with restricted movement, strain, or mechanical irritation.
• Whiplash and spinal strains: Neck and back injuries following a collision or other physical stress.
• Headaches associated with neck dysfunction: Including cervicogenic headaches.
• Activity-related spinal pain: Problems affecting lifting, running, gardening, training, or everyday movement.

Similar symptoms can have different causes. Your examination helps determine whether care in our office is appropriate or whether additional imaging or specialist evaluation is needed.

Effective care begins with a careful history and examination. We assess spinal movement, strength, nerve function, and the activities that reproduce your symptoms. We also consider how your hips, shoulders, and other regions may influence the demands placed on your spine.

When indicated, imaging can help answer specific clinical questions. Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound may help evaluate accessible muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues when these contribute to the problem. X-rays or MRI may be appropriate for questions involving spinal bones, discs, or nerve compression.

Our goal is to connect your symptoms with meaningful clinical findings so you understand what we're treating and why.

Your recovery may require several tools working together. At Sierra Spine & Fitness, we select and coordinate treatments according to your diagnosis, tolerance, and response.

Success should show up in your life: sleeping more comfortably, sitting through a workday, walking farther, lifting with confidence, or returning to activities you enjoy.

We assess progress through changes in pain, movement, strength, and daily function. Your response helps guide the next step — whether that means progressing exercise, adjusting treatment, or recommending further evaluation.

Find the problem. Treat it thoughtfully. Build back stronger.