If you run the Emeryville marina or live or work in Emeryville, Riverstone Chiropractic is a short trip away in Oakland’s Grand Lake neighborhood, about 10-15 from Emeryville. Dr. Sandy Baird, DC treats muscle, joint, and overuse injuries with hands-on care and rehab exercises, and has spent a lot of time out at the marina treating runners after their long Saturday training runs with various local running groups. The flat waterfront paths are great for steady miles, but steady miles add up. When the same motion repeats thousands of times a week, small tightness can turn into pain that does not go away on its own.
Running Injuries We See Most Often
- IT band syndrome and knee pain
- Shin splints
- Plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis
- Hamstring injuries
- Hip and glute pain and piriformis syndrome
- Ankle sprains and calf strains
See our full page on running injuries.
Why Emeryville Residents and Workers Come to Riverstone
Emeryville is a mix of people who run, bike, and walk the waterfront, work at desks in the city’s offices and studios, and live in condos and lofts close to the Bay. Many also commute by Amtrak, BART, or car.
Aches we see from running, desk work, and commuting
- Marina and Bay Trail running: knee, hip, shin, and foot pain from repeated impact
- Training blocks for races: overuse injuries that build as mileage and speed work increase
- Desk and screen work: neck, shoulder, and upper back stiffness, plus wrist strain
- Cycling along the waterfront: neck, shoulder, and low back strain
- Commuting: neck and low back strain from long sitting
- Chest binding or recovery after top surgery: neck, shoulder, and upper back pain
You can read more about specific conditions we treat:
How We Treat
Dr. Baird has 15 years of experience. Care is hands-on and matched to what your exam shows, and may combine:
- Active Release Techniques for tight or restricted muscles
- Graston Technique for stubborn soft tissue areas
- Manual therapy and gentle adjustments
- Rehab exercises matched to your training, so you keep making progress between visits and can get back to your runs
The practice is LGBTQ+ friendly and trans-competent, size-inclusive, and weight-neutral, with no mansplaining, no high-pressure sales, and a fragrance-free office.
Getting There
Riverstone Chiropractic 3409 Grand Ave #5, Oakland, CA 94610
From Emeryville to Grand Lake: about 15 minutes
We are in the Grand Lake neighborhood, near the Grand Lake Theatre and Lake Merritt. Most patients drive from Emeryville in about 15 minutes, though rush hour can take longer.
Directions from Emeryville: Take I‑580 East to the Grand Avenue exit (21B). Turn left onto Grand Avenue and continue past the Grand Lake Theatre for about three blocks. Riverstone Chiropractic is on your left at 3409 Grand Avenue, near Elwood Avenue, across from the Coffee Mill. Look for the brown awning above Pride Cleaners and the door marked “Grand Lake Professional Building.” We’re upstairs in Suite 5.
Parking: There is 2 hr. metered street parking near 3409 Grand Ave and free residential parking nearby.
By bus or BART: From Emeryville via MacArthur BART: Take the free Emery Go‑Round shuttle to MacArthur BART. At the station, board AC Transit Line 57 toward Foothill Square and get off at Lake Park Avenue and Grand Avenue, by the Grand Lake Theatre. Walk about three blocks up Grand Avenue to Riverstone Chiropractic at 3409 Grand Avenue, Suite 5, across from the Coffee Mill. If you’re starting near Emeryville Public Market, you can take the 57 directly and skip the transfer.
If you work in Uptown, downtown Oakland, or near Lake Merritt, we are also an easy trip from there.
Cost and Payment
We are an out-of-network practice and do not bill insurance directly. You can pay per visit, and we accept HSA and FSA cards and provide superbills so you can submit for reimbursement through your own plan, if your benefits allow it. We also keep a few sliding scale spots each week, so ask if cost is a concern. Current fees are listed when you book.
Chiropractor Near Emeryville FAQs
Is your office in Emeryville?
No. Riverstone Chiropractic is at 3409 Grand Ave #5 in Oakland’s Grand Lake neighborhood, about 15 minutes from Emeryville.
How far are you from Emeryville?
Most patients drive about 15 minutes. Traffic varies by time of day, so allow extra time during rush hour.
Can a chiropractor help with knee or shin pain from running?
After an exam, we can address tight or restricted muscles and stiff joints with hands-on care, and give you exercises matched to your running. Whether chiropractic care is right for you depends on your exam, and we will tell you if something else is a better fit.
Should I stop running while I get treated?
That depends on what we find. We will talk through how much you can keep doing and what to change, so you are not guessing.
Do I need to book ahead?
We see patients by appointment only. Our online calendar often has same-day or next-day times available, and you can see current times when you book.
Do you take insurance?
We are out-of-network and do not bill insurance directly. We accept HSA and FSA cards and provide superbills for reimbursement through your own plan.
Is there parking?
Yes, both metered street parking and free residential neighborhood parking are available.
Ready to Get Started?
If aches from the marina, the trail, or the desk are getting in the way of your running, we can help you figure out what is going on and what to do about it.
