Dr. Shea Stark, DC CCSP
Clinic Director — Royal Oaks, Houston
About Dr. Shea Stark
Dr. Shea Stark is one of the most recognized sports chiropractors in the United States. A past President of the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council, former North American Representative for the International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS), and current President of Texas Sports Chiropractors, she brings national leadership experience and elite-level clinical expertise to Dynamic Sports Medicine’s Royal Oaks location.
Dr. Stark serves as Team Chiropractor for LOVB Houston (League One Volleyball), providing sideline care for professional athletes including two-time Olympic medalists. Her event coverage portfolio spans some of the most demanding competitions in the world: Ironman Texas, Chevron Houston Marathon, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, WAKO Kickboxing World Championships, The World Games, and the National Collegiate Tae Kwondo Championships.
A former Division I volleyball and bowling athlete, Dr. Stark earned a full athletic scholarship to North Carolina A&T State University, graduating magna cum laude with a degree in Biology. She completed her Doctor of Chiropractic at Texas Chiropractic College and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Strength and Human Performance at Parker University. Her clinical certifications include CCSP, ICSC, EMT, Graston Technique Specialist, FAKTR, and advanced dry needling.
Born in Conroe and raised in North Houston, Dr. Stark returned to her hometown in 2020 after six years of practice in Montana. She founded Stark Chiropractic & Sports and quickly established herself as a go-to provider for Houston’s athletic community. She also serves on the USA Cheer Medical and Safety Commission and the KT Tape Medical Advisory Board.
At DSM Royal Oaks, Dr. Stark leads a multidisciplinary team delivering comprehensive sports medicine care — from chiropractic adjustments and dry needling to instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy, functional movement assessment, and coordinated physical therapy. Whether you’re a competitive athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone simply trying to stay active and pain-free, Dr. Stark and her team are here to help you perform at your best.
Treatments & Services
Expert care backed by evidence-based methods and hands-on treatment.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
When you schedule your first appointment with Dr. Shea Stark, DC CCSP, you can expect a thorough and focused evaluation from start to finish. Your initial visit begins with a detailed conversation about your health history, current symptoms, activity level, and personal goals. This helps your provider understand the full picture before any hands-on assessment begins.
From there, Shea will perform a comprehensive physical evaluation, including movement screening, strength testing, and targeted orthopedic assessments relevant to your condition. Every finding is explained clearly so you understand exactly what is happening in your body and why.
Before you leave, you will have a personalized treatment plan outlining your diagnosis, recommended interventions, visit frequency, and realistic timelines for recovery. Most patients begin hands-on treatment during their very first session. Follow-up visits are structured to build on each prior session, with measurable benchmarks tracked along the way so you can see your progress in real time.
Our Treatment Approach
At Dynamic Sports Medicine, every provider follows the same evidence-based, patient-first philosophy. Dr. Shea Stark, DC CCSP works with each patient one-on-one to understand their condition, identify root causes, and develop a personalized treatment plan.
Our providers combine hands-on techniques with advanced therapies to deliver comprehensive care that targets the source of your pain - not just the symptoms. Treatment plans are built around your specific goals, whether that's returning to sport, managing chronic pain, or optimizing daily movement.
Every visit at DSM includes dedicated time with your provider. No rotating assistants, no cookie-cutter protocols - just focused, expert care designed to get you moving your best.
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Our providers treat a wide range of musculoskeletal and movement-related conditions. Whether you are a competitive athlete recovering from an acute injury or someone dealing with persistent pain that limits your daily life, Dr. Shea Stark, DC CCSP has the training and clinical experience to help.
Sports Injuries. From ligament sprains and muscle tears to stress fractures and joint dislocations, our team treats the full spectrum of athletic injuries. We work with athletes at every level to accelerate recovery and reduce the risk of re-injury through targeted rehabilitation.
Chronic Pain. Long-standing neck pain, back pain, headaches, and joint stiffness often have underlying mechanical causes that go unaddressed. Our providers identify those root causes and apply hands-on treatment combined with corrective exercise to deliver lasting relief.
Overuse Injuries. Tendinitis, bursitis, plantar fasciitis, and repetitive strain conditions respond well to the progressive loading protocols and manual therapy techniques used at DSM. Treatment is designed to resolve the problem, not just manage symptoms.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation. Following procedures such as ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, or spinal surgery, structured rehabilitation is critical. Our providers guide patients through every phase of recovery with clear milestones and evidence-based progression.
Performance Optimization. Not every patient comes in with pain. Many work with our team to improve mobility, build functional strength, and fine-tune movement patterns that support long-term health and athletic performance.
