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Meet Dr. Katlyn Tabor, D.C. — Sports Chiropractor, Movement Specialist, and Advocate for Whole-Person Wellness

Dr. Tabor is a compassionate and highly trained chiropractor who specializes in sports-focused chiropractic care, while proudly serving individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and activity levels. Originally from Dodge City, Kansas, Dr. Tabor grew up immersed in sports—playing numerous athletic disciplines throughout her life—and has always had a deep appreciation for movement, competition, and the power of the human body.

She earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland University – Kansas City, where her love for biomechanics, rehabilitation, and movement-based care took root. Her advanced training includes certifications in Webster Technique for prenatal care, Functional Movement Screening (FMS), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and Rocktape Functional Movement Training (FMT) Advanced, which allow her to assess and treat patients holistically—from performance athletes to new moms to active seniors. She uses a blend of Diversified, Thompson, and Activator techniques to provide individualized care based on each patient’s unique goals and needs.

As a lifelong athlete, Dr. Tabor brings over two decades of bowling experience to her practice—having competed in youth leagues, high school varsity, and collegiate bowling. In addition to bowling, she enjoys watching football, playing golf, and staying active with her family. Her personal background in athletics deeply influences her approach to chiropractic, helping her relate to patients at every stage of movement—from recovery to peak performance.

Dr. Tabor firmly believes that everyone deserves to move well, live fully, and feel empowered on their health journey. Beyond her professional life, she cherishes spending quality time with her family—especially her baby girl—relishing every opportunity to share her love for sports and an active lifestyle.

Let Dr. Tabor guide you on your path to improved mobility, reduced pain, and enhanced overall well-being.

Certifications

  • Dr. Tabor is Webster Certified, a specialized chiropractic technique designed to support pregnant women throughout all stages of pregnancy. The Webster technique focuses on gentle, safe adjustments to help balance the pelvis, reduce tension in surrounding muscles and ligaments, and improve overall comfort throughout pregnancy.

    This technique is designed to support the body’s natural changes during pregnancy and help relieve common issues like low back pain, hip discomfort, and postural stress — all in a safe and supportive environment.

  • Dr. Tabor is certified in both Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) and Functional Movement Screening (FMS) — two powerful systems that assess how well the body moves, not just where it hurts. SFMA is used clinically to identify the root cause of pain through full-body movement analysis, while FMS helps detect imbalances and mobility issues that could lead to injury or limit performance. Together, they allow Dr. Tabor to create personalized treatment and training plans that improve movement, prevent injury, and support long-term wellness.

  • Dr. Tabor is certified in RockTape Functional Movement Training - Advanced, a specialized training that goes beyond basic kinesiology taping. This certification focuses on cutting-edge, evidence-informed methods for applying tape to enhance performance, support movement patterns, reduce pain, and aid recovery — whether you’re dealing with chronic discomfort or training for peak athletic performance.