Raising the Bar in Athlete Health Care

👋 Hey there! I’m Dr. Thomas Kauffman,

I am your Nixa Chiropractor and Sports Rehabilitation Doctor at The Athlete Spot™.

My mission is to empower you to overcome injuries and pain, and return to your sports as soon as possible stronger and with confidence in your body!

I founded The Athlete Spot™ to provide athletes, like yourself, with the care they deserve to help them overcome aches, pains and injuries to be able to train and compete longer.

I am personally no stranger to sports injuries. From debilitating back pain and muscle tears, to meniscus injuries, ligament tears and tendinopathies. I’ve had my fair share of injuries during my high school and college years that changed the trajectory of my athletic career.

My goal is to help you overcome current injuries and pain, help you avoid future ones, and help you stay healthy to train and compete for as long as you want!

At The Athlete Spot™ I specialize in providing you with individualized care to meet your specific needs, goals and lifestyle to help you get back to doing the sports you love.

At The Athlete Spot™ my goal is to help you be the best athlete you can be.

I want to change healthcare. This is why I started The Athlete Spot™. To be your partner and guide that helps you get past injuries and back to crushing your fitness goals.

As a former student athlete, certified strength and conditioning coach, and avid health and fitness enthusiast, I founded The Athlete Spot™ to provide, athletes like you and I, a better alternative to the superficial care that has plagued the modern healthcare industry.

After spending hundreds of hours training under other chiropractors, physical therapists, and performance coaches, I saw first hand the flaws and short-comings of the traditional, insurance-based, injury model that emphasized short-term quick-fix care and was not providing real, long-lasting results for the athletes.

At The Athlete Spot™, I take pride on providing a complete unique, holistic approach to how I treat every patient. I want to help educate and empower everyone who walks through the door at The Athlete Spot™ so that they can take control of their health, and improve their performance.

  • Strongest I have ever been! At 65 years old I am deadlifting 200lbs, pushing 80lbs over my head, walking 3-4 miles a day and I don’t have to rely on anyone to help me load and unload my gardening supplies!

    I have been working with Dr. Kauffman since before he was a doctor. He was the first person to be patient with me and teach me how to build strength so I could overcome osteoporosis and be able to keep up with my grandson.

    Highly recommend Dr. Kauffman! He’ll get you strong!

    -T.O

  • Dr. Kauffman is one of the biggest reasons I am able to do the sports I love so much.

    As a cheerleader and a collegiate powerlifter, I put a lot of stress on my body. After a tear in my peck I thought I was done competing for the year, till Dr. Kauffman introduced me to dry needling and it worked wonders. Not only is he great during an appointment but he has given me advice that I use everyday during training.

    I trust Dr. Kauffman with my family, friends and would highly recommend him to anyone!

    -K.C

  • I was in severe pain in my hip for over 6 months and my arm was tingling when I first met with Dr. Kauffman.

    After my first treatment and customized exercise plan my pain was down 50%. After a few weeks all of my issues were resolved. He is compassionate, a good listener, and he doesn’t charge an arm and a leg. I highly recommend Dr. Kauffman.

    Since I am now pain free, I am able to exercise longer, including long bike rides, and I have lost 80 pounds!

    - K.D.

  • I’ve had low back pain for as long as I can remember.

    After a short time working with Dr. Kauffman, I have no more back pain and I am stronger than ever. Dr. Kauffman change my life. I strongly recommend him!

    - J.S

  • Dr. Kauffman at The Athlete Spot has been amazing to work with! My health and my performance have been improving month after month for the last year!

    Exercises I thought were impossible for my age, are now part of my program. My body feels younger and my heart is happy.

    Trust Dr. Kauffman, he won’t steer you wrong.

    -J.C

  • I had been struggling with persistent back pain when I decided to seek [Dr. Kauffman’s] expertise.

    After a few sessions with him, I experienced significant improvement and relief. One of the things I appreciate most about him is his approachability and willingness to discuss any health and performance concerns or questions I had. He not only provided exceptional treatment but also offered valuable guidance tailored to my situation.

    - J.K.

The Athlete Spot™

OUR MISSION:

Our mission is to empower athletes to overcome pain and injuries, achieve optimal health and wellness, and reach their full potential through simple and effective lifestyle and performance recommendations based on individual biometrics and the key pillars of health.

OUR VISION:

Our vision is to be the leading provider of health care for athletes known for our personalized and effective approach to improving and optimizing athletes physical and mental well-being.

OUR VALUES:

  • Patient-centered: We believe in tailoring each treatment to the individual needs and goals of our patients.

  • Evidence-based: We use the latest research and techniques to provide the most effective care possible.

  • Empowerment: We believe in empowering our patients to take an active role in their own healing and well-being.

  • Collaboration: We work closely with other professionals to provide a comprehensive approach to our patients' care.

  • Integrity: We are committed to providing honest and ethical care to our patients.

  • Continuous learning: We strive to stay current with the latest research and developments in the field of health care for athletes.

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