Tricky Left Sided Low Back Pain

Mechanicsville, Virginia — It isn’t uncommon for patients who have spent years dealing with back pain to tell me they have been to several doctors before they came to me.  However, many will say they have been dealing with the pain for years and have not sought help that whole time.  The assumption is it…

Memorial Day Health Hints

Mechanicsville, Virginia — At Stover Chiropractic, P.C. I’m often asked about herbs and vitamines.  Honestly, I focus on providing the best adjustments I can and I do not feel I am the best source of information for herbs and such.  So I thought I’d pass on this information which comes from the UpperCervicalCare.com newsletter. 11…

10 Resolutions for Mental Health

  Mechanicsville, VA — If you have been to my Patient Orientation Class you may remember that I go over the World Health Organization’s definition of “health.”  It is clear that health is not just a physical issue, but includes mental and social well being.  Not too controversial right?  Well, it is hard for me…

Questions About Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care?

Here is some great Q & A about upper cervical chiropractic care. It comes from the Upper Cervical Blog.

What is Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care?

Mechanicsville, Virginia — Here’s a great video from the Orthospinology homepage.  It’s always a challenge to me to explain how important the upper cervical spine is, in regards to our health (in 30 seconds or less!).  This video doesn’t get it done quite that quick, but video is worth 10,ooo words right?   What is…

Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in VA

Chiropractic care, massage, and acupuncture are all examples of health practices that can fall under the umbrella of CAM and are practiced in VA.

Reducing Backache from Backpacks in Mechanicsville

Improper backpack use can put your back at a higher risk for back pain and injuries to the musculoskeletal system, the system of muscles and bones that work together to help you move.

Alleviating Back Pain in Mechanicsville

Most adults in experience acute back pain at some point during their lifetime, with headaches coming in second as the most common ache and pain.

Core Exercise Ball Workout

Mechanicsville, Virginia — At Stover Chiropractic P.C. I’m often trying to find a way for patients to rehab their spine and nervous system.  When people seek help for low back pain, injury, sciatica, muscle weakness, or fibromyalgia I try to restore overall function as well as decrease pain.  This is done by chiropractic adjustments of…

Strengthen Your Core – Hip Clamshell Exercise

At Stover Chiropractic, P.C. I’m often asked by patients with low back pain, sciatica, numbness, tingling, or fibromyalgia, “What can I do at home to help strengthen my back?”