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Understanding Golf Shoulder Pain: What’s Really Behind the Swing Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

November 4, 2025

Understanding Golf Shoulder Pain: What’s Really Behind the Swing

Understanding Golf Shoulder Pain: What’s Really Behind the Swing Shoulder pain can sneak up on golfers—often starting small and growing into stiffness that changes the entire swing. At Aligned Modern Health, our Chiropractic Physicians help golfers uncover the real causes…

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Pickleball Injuries and Chiropractic Care | Stay Pain-Free and Active Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

October 20, 2025

Pickleball Injuries and Chiropractic Care | Stay Pain-Free and Active

Pickleball Injuries and Chiropractic Care: How to Prevent Pain and Stay in the Game Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, attracting players of all ages. But with its rapid movements, quick pivots, and repetitive swings, the…

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The Washington Post Highlights Aligned Modern Health’s Life-Saving Approach Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

October 8, 2025

The Washington Post Highlights Aligned Modern Health’s Life-Saving Approach

The Washington Post Celebrates Aligned Modern Health’s Transformative Approach to Care  A recent Washington Post feature, “Medical Mysteries: A High-Schooler With Hip Pain, Then a Life-Threatening Diagnosis,” spotlighted how attentive, empathetic care teams can deliver life-saving answers that put patients…

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Everyday Habits That May Be Hurting Your Back — and How Chiropractic Can Help Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

October 7, 2025

Everyday Habits That May Be Hurting Your Back — and How Chiropractic Can Help

Everyday Habits That May Be Hurting Your Back — and How Chiropractic Can Help Back pain doesn’t just come from big injuries—it often builds from small, everyday habits. From posture at your desk to how you carry groceries, these routines…

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Sleeping Positions That Protect Your Neck and Spine Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

September 22, 2025

Sleeping Positions That Protect Your Neck and Spine

Sleeping Positions That Protect Your Neck and Spine A good night’s sleep does more than restore energy—it gives your spine a chance to rest, repair, and reset. But if your sleeping position strains your neck or back, you may wake…

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Chiropractic Care for Desk Job Back Pain Relief Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

September 22, 2025

Chiropractic Care for Desk Job Back Pain Relief

Chiropractic Care for Desk Job Back Pain Relief Back pain from long hours at a desk doesn’t have to follow you into your daily life. Sitting for extended periods can tighten muscles, strain spinal joints, and set you up for…

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The Best Neck Pillows for Pain Relief Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

September 18, 2025

The Best Neck Pillows for Pain Relief

The Best Neck Pillows for Pain Relief Patients often ask whether their pillow could be contributing to their neck pain. The answer is often yes. A poorly designed or overly soft pillow can strain the cervical spine and lead to…

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Preparing for Endurance Goals: A Chiropractor’s Insights Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

September 9, 2025

Preparing for Endurance Goals: A Chiropractor’s Insights

Preparing for Endurance Goals: A Chiropractor's Guide To Race Day Training for a marathon — or any long-distance event — is a major accomplishment, but it also puts unique stress on the body. At Aligned Modern Health, our licensed chiropractors…

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Prenatal Chiropractic Care: Safe Support for Moms-to-Be Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

September 9, 2025

Prenatal Chiropractic Care: Safe Support for Moms-to-Be

Prenatal Chiropractic Care: Safe Support for Moms-to-Be Hormonal changes during menopause can trigger hair thinning, shedding, or texture shifts. Understanding the connection between estrogen and hair health helps identify causes and guide treatments that restore balance and improve hair growth.Hormonal…

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Why Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care Work Better Together AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical Medicine

August 19, 2025

Why Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care Work Better Together

Why Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care Work Better Together Chiropractic care and acupuncture are often seen as two distinct approaches—one focused on alignment, the other on energy flow. But when combined, they create a powerful partnership that supports both structure and…

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When to See a Chiropractor Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

August 19, 2025

When to See a Chiropractor

When to See a Chiropractor Back pain, stiff shoulders, or a lingering injury can make daily tasks harder. Many people wonder if they should wait it out or see a chiropractor. From pain relief to prevention, it’s important to know…

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Back-to-School & Work Wellness: Posture, Carrying Techniques, and Stretches | WEBINAR Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

August 8, 2024

Back-to-School & Work Wellness: Posture, Carrying Techniques, and Stretches | WEBINAR

Healthy Fall for School & Work with Dr. Hailey Spencley, DC As we get ready to bid farewell to the laid-back days of summer and dive back into the busy routines of school and work, we all have a lot…

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Workday Wellness: Essential Ergonomics and Stretches | WEBINAR Chiropractic & Physical MedicineUncategorized

May 20, 2024

Workday Wellness: Essential Ergonomics and Stretches | WEBINAR

Boosting Productivity and Relieving Pain with Workday Ergonomics and Stretches Persistent neck and back pain. Aching shoulders. Wrist and hand discomfort. Frequent headaches. Hip and leg pain. Sound familiar? Everyday pains stemming from poor posture, technology habits, and poor ergonomics…

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Group Injury Screen: Neck, Back, Extremities | WEBINAR Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

March 23, 2023

Group Injury Screen: Neck, Back, Extremities | WEBINAR

Group Injury Screen: Neck, Back, Extremeties   | WEBINAR Have you been suffering from tightness, tension, or pain in the body? The number of musculoskeletal complaints have grown dramatically over the last few extraordinarily stressful years of hybrid work, increased…

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Winter Running in Chicago | Running Groups and Events Chiropractic & Physical MedicineUncategorized

November 10, 2022

Winter Running in Chicago | Running Groups and Events

Winter Running in Chicago  Stay strong this season with our favorite running groups and winter events Try as we may, we can’t run away from the changing of seasons. So why not run into it? Research suggests that many of…

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A Conversation on Migraines | WEBINAR AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical Medicine

October 19, 2022

A Conversation on Migraines | WEBINAR

Holistic Treatment and Relief for Migraines An Integrative Approach with Acupuncture and Physical Medicine Throbbing, pulsing head pain. Sensitivity to light, sound, and smell. Nausea or vomiting. If these symptoms sound familiar, you are likely already very aware that you…

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Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

October 5, 2022

Workstation Ergonomics & Stretching (from Home or Office!) | WEBINAR

Workstation Ergonomics & Stretching (from Home or Office!)  | WEBINAR Is your workstation designed for pain or productivity? If you’ve been feeling stiff or achy (especially in your back, neck, shoulders, and/or hips), reviewing the set-up of your workstation and…

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August 10, 2022

Healthy Habits for Back to School (and Office) | WEBINAR

As we prepare ourselves to say “good-bye” to the relaxed schedules of summertime and return to the daily routines of school and work, we are all faced with shouldering heavy loads – both figuratively and literally! In this webinar, Dr.…

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Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

March 24, 2022

Group Injury Screening: Neck and Back | WEBINAR

Have you been suffering from tightness, tension, or pain in your head, neck, back, or arms? The number of upper-body musculoskeletal complaints have grown dramatically over the last few extraordinarily stressful years of remote work, increased familial responsibilities, and reduced…

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AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

March 10, 2022

A Conversation on Pain Management | WEBINAR

Back in 2016, enhanced warnings were added to prescription painkiller medication labels to inform and advise patients of additional risks related to addiction, misuse, overdose, and death. These warnings also cautioned that prescription painkillers should be used only when absolutely…

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Black History Month: The First-Ever Chiropractic Adjustment Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

February 11, 2022

Black History Month: The First-Ever Chiropractic Adjustment

Black History Month: The First-Ever Chiropractic Adjustment The next time you settle down for an adjustment, you should thank Harvey Lillard - the first-ever chiropractic patient. In 1895, Lillard, an African-American janitor and entrepreneur, allowed D.D. Palmer to adjust his…

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Safety Tips for Avoiding Winter Slips Chiropractic & Physical MedicineUncategorized

January 14, 2022

Safety Tips for Avoiding Winter Slips

3 Steps for Stepping Around Ice Winter weather brings an array of daily challenges. Snow makes its hard to drive and freezing temperatures keep us indoors.   The most dangerous part of winter is the icy conditions that overtake the roads…

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Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogRunning

October 14, 2021

Off-Season Recovery, Maintenance, and Goal Setting for Runners | WEBINAR

Whether you've recently completed the Chicago Marathon  or are a runner looking ahead to winter, the teams from Aligned Modern Health and Chicago Endurance Sports have you covered! Join Dr. Tanner Wilson, DC, Ryan Caturan, and Mike Norman to learn…

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Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

September 2, 2021

Healthy Habits for Back to School and Back to Office | WEBINAR

As we navigate a return to the classroom as well as a return to the office, we are all faced with shouldering heavy loads - both figuratively and literally! In this webinar with Dr. Kate McCarthy, DC, you will learn…

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Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

July 12, 2021

The “Two-Minute Turnaround” – Short Exercises that Show Results! | WEBINAR

If you struggle to find time to exercise, short bursts of physical activity (mini-exercises) can be as effective as a full session. Watch this webinar with Rehabilitation Specialist Emily Lazor and Chicago Endurance Sports Coach Ryan Caturan to learn some…

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Our Digital Doc Series Continues for Fall! AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineFunctional MedicineOur Blog

September 25, 2020

Our Digital Doc Series Continues for Fall!

We're so excited to announce that our live digital doc series will continue into the fall! With the seasons changing, many of us are doing what we can to feel our best physically and emotionally. Which is why we decided…

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Find your fitness with our favorite fall activities! Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

September 14, 2020

Find your fitness with our favorite fall activities!

Staying consistent with moderate exercise can give your immune system the upper hand and help you feel your best this season. Fall brings an exciting opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and mix up your routine. Here’s a look at some of…

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Avoid Golf Injuries and Improve Your Game Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

August 6, 2020

Avoid Golf Injuries and Improve Your Game

Golf has always been a great escape for players. Currently, the rise in popularity for golfing comes as no surprise. Golf offers players an opportunity to enjoy sporting outdoors and mental relaxation while social distancing. If you’ve increased your time…

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Ideas to Help You Move More this Week Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

August 4, 2020

Ideas to Help You Move More this Week

It took a quarantine for many of us to realize how much movement was previously included in our work day. Our time between productivity was filled with simple physical activities like commuting into the office, taking breaks for coffee and…

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Quaran-teeth? How quarantine stress may result in TMJ Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

July 27, 2020

Quaran-teeth? How quarantine stress may result in TMJ

TMJ Disorder (Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction or Syndrome ) describes the pain and/or limited movement in the jaw joint and the muscles that surround it. Due to the rise of recent complaints in TMJ, some have dubbed the troubling condition, “Quaran-teeth.”…

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5 Things That Happen When You Sit All Day Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

July 22, 2020

5 Things That Happen When You Sit All Day

The summer of sitting is upon us. For many, sitting was already a considerable health concern. Our bodies were not designed to sit for extended periods. Yet our work habits and comfortable lifestyles resulted in a lot of it. Chances…

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Knee Pain: Know the difference between runner’s knee and osteoarthritis Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogRunning

July 9, 2020

Knee Pain: Know the difference between runner’s knee and osteoarthritis

Does your knee hurt after you get up from sitting? Do you ever feel a dull aching sensation when you walk or use stairs? There are various causes of knee pain, but two are most common - runner’s knee and…

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Tech Neck: Enough is enough! Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

June 30, 2020

Tech Neck: Enough is enough!

In theory, screen time has been a welcomed comfort for many during quarantine. It’s a source of data, entertainment, means of connecting to friends, and a helpful work tool. These benefits are hard to deny and currently may feel essential…

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3 Tips to Ease Tight Muscles Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

June 8, 2020

3 Tips to Ease Tight Muscles

Feeling like you can’t quite move like you used to? There are many reasons why your muscles may feel tighter than usual. One of the leading causes for sore muscles - sitting - might surprise you, yet it is something we’ve all…

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Feeling the Pain of Working from Home? Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

May 21, 2020

Feeling the Pain of Working from Home?

We are here for you when quarantine gets painful. Weeks of working on the bed or sofa have led to a dramatic increase in backaches, neck pain, and headaches. If you’re currently in pain, this has likely been amplified by…

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Upper Body Stretch Routine with Dr. Shannen Boyd, DC Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

April 13, 2020

Upper Body Stretch Routine with Dr. Shannen Boyd, DC

Let’s stretch it out together! Take 5 minutes out of your day and join us with our Elmhurst team, Dr. Shannen Boyd, DC, and Gary Pecho, L.Ac, while they walk us through an upper body stretch routine. If your neck…

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Lower Body Workout with Dr. Nadrine Omar, DC Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

April 1, 2020

Lower Body Workout with Dr. Nadrine Omar, DC

It may be hard to keep track of days, but marking your Wellness Wednesday with this video can help keep you moving and motivated! Dr. Nadrine Omar, DC, one of our Lincoln Square Chiropractic Physicians, walks us through some lower…

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Pain Relief for Working at Home Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

March 25, 2020

Pain Relief for Working at Home

When working from home is a pain in the neck... and back and shoulders and hips. Hunching over a small screen for a full workday, days on end, can trigger new musculoskeletal pain and exasperate pre-existing conditions. People who already…

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Stay Active While Working from Home | Stretches Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

March 24, 2020

Stay Active While Working from Home | Stretches

Is it possible to stay fit while we’re sitting?! While many of us are working from home these days, it is key to not neglect your daily activity. In addition to generally getting up and moving around, there are stretches…

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Stay Fit While You Sit | Workspace Ergonomics Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

March 16, 2020

Stay Fit While You Sit | Workspace Ergonomics

With many jobs being transitioned into remote work and more hours spent sitting indoors, it’s important to check in with your at-home workspace to avoid pain. First things first, what is your working arrangement like from home? While it may…

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Ignite Your Winter Health AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineFunctional Medicine

October 30, 2019

Ignite Your Winter Health

The first snowfall of the year is here in the Chicagoland area! While it may seem early for winter, it is never too early to start practicing healthy habits in preparation for the change of seasons. With the days getting…

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How to Get Physical During Your Pregnancy Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

October 4, 2019

How to Get Physical During Your Pregnancy

Just found out your pregnant and don’t want to miss out on your early morning workout? Are you unsure how to incorporate workouts in a safe way? Read below to discover easy ways to get physical while your sweet baby…

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Recent Study Explores Efficacy of Chiropractic Care Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

October 1, 2019

Recent Study Explores Efficacy of Chiropractic Care

Chances are, at some point in your life, you have experienced back pain. You’re not alone: according to Harvard Health Publishing, about 85 percent of people have experienced severe back pain and have sought medical help for it. The cause…

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Modifying Yoga Poses During Pregnancy Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

September 26, 2019

Modifying Yoga Poses During Pregnancy

Being pregnant comes with a lot of changes. You’re adapting to your changing body, trying to balance numerous visits to the doctor, getting your home ready for your new addition, and attempting to make it to those weekly yoga sessions…

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Marathon Tips from Dr. Adam Altman, DC Chiropractic & Physical MedicineRunning

September 8, 2019

Marathon Tips from Dr. Adam Altman, DC

Dr. Adam Altman, DC, our Southport Chiropractic Physician shares his marathon experience from a Physical Medicine perspective. Keep reading for his personal story and some exercise examples to prevent injury. "Last year I ran the marathon despite a number of…

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Overcoming Crossfit Mistakes Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

August 28, 2019

Overcoming Crossfit Mistakes

CrossFit is no longer just a workout. With competitions across the globe involving hundreds of thousands of athletes, CrossFit is a sport in itself. Just like any sport, the increased interest in CrossFit culture and it’s uber-challenging regimens comes with increased risk of injury and overuse.…

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The Injury Before the Injury: Plantar Fasciitis Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

August 16, 2019

The Injury Before the Injury: Plantar Fasciitis

While we gear up into the full speed of running season, we have to remember to always put our health first. We get it! – Accidents and injuries do happen but the good news is we’re here to help. Keep…

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Top 5 Biggest Running Mistakes Chiropractic & Physical MedicineRunning

August 6, 2019

Top 5 Biggest Running Mistakes

You’re feeling amazing — the wind is at your back; you’ve hit your stride; it’s a perfect weather day. And then, something goes wrong. You feel a twinge in your knee; your stomach feels less than stellar or you get…

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Swimming Through Your Pregnancy Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

August 4, 2019

Swimming Through Your Pregnancy

Very few things beat that weightless feeling of floating in the water. Swimming also serves as a great way to increase blood circulation and oxygen in the body, benefitting both you and baby. So what are some great swimming techniques…

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The Injury Before the Injury: IT Band Syndrome Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

July 30, 2019

The Injury Before the Injury: IT Band Syndrome

While we gear up into the full speed of running season, we have to remember to always put our health first. We get it! – Accidents and injuries do happen but the good news is we’re here to help. Keep…

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The Injury Before the Injury: Runner’s Knee Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

July 15, 2019

The Injury Before the Injury: Runner’s Knee

While we gear up into the full speed of running season, we have to remember to always put our health first. We get it! – Accidents and injuries do happen but the good news is we’re here to help. Keep…

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Improve Your Golf Swing, Save Your Back Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

July 11, 2019

Improve Your Golf Swing, Save Your Back

Are you a golfer who suffers from back pain? Are you a golfer who doesn’t want back pain? Maintaining a strong core and mobile spine is vital to overall health as well as supporting daily activities. But over time we…

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Fitness Friday | Fleet Feet Fit ID Process Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

July 5, 2019

Fitness Friday | Fleet Feet Fit ID Process

Proper running shoes are a key component in having a successful and injury-free running season. The good news is, our friends at Fleet Feet are here for you to make sure you have the shoes that are best suited for…

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Base Strength Exercises for Running Chiropractic & Physical MedicineRunning

May 10, 2019

Base Strength Exercises for Running

At Aligned Modern Health we understand the importance of cross training for runners. Cross training can activate specific muscle groups that will help give you strength, mobility, activation, range of motion, and the correct pattern movement to keep you injury free…

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Fertility Q&A with our Integrative Medicine Experts AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineFunctional MedicineOur Blog

April 26, 2019

Fertility Q&A with our Integrative Medicine Experts

Our team of experts in integrative medicine often assist along the fertility journey. Whether it be Physical Medicine, Acupuncture, Functional Medicine, or just needing an expert to talk to, our team is here to support you each step of the…

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Workout of the Week: Squats Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

April 17, 2019

Workout of the Week: Squats

Let’s talk squats! It can either be your go-to exercise to get your blood flowing or the closer of a great workout. Either way, squats are a great tool to utilize in your workout.  Our Chiropractic Physical Medicine team encourages…

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Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogVideos

April 17, 2019

Dr. Anna Butler, DC | Chiropractic Physician

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April 10, 2019

Dr. Ashley Lederman, DC, MS | Chiropractic Physician

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Our Workout of the Week – 9Round KickBoxing Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

February 22, 2019

Our Workout of the Week – 9Round KickBoxing

At Aligned Modern Health, we love promoting an active lifestyle! What better way to do this than to have our providers share their favorite exercises. This week, our Wicker Park Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Tanya Freseth tried out 9Round Kickbox Fitness!…

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Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy | Webster Technique Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

February 18, 2019

Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy | Webster Technique

Webster Certified Chiropractor Near Me | Pregnancy Care in Chicago Looking for a Webster certified chiropractor near me in Chicago? At Aligned Modern Health, our board-certified chiropractors specialize in the Webster Technique —helping expectant mothers find comfort, proper fetal positioning,…

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Aligned Modern Health Joins BirthFit to Expands Support for Moms Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

February 8, 2019

Aligned Modern Health Joins BirthFit to Expands Support for Moms

Chiropractic care has been growing in popularity as a safe remedy for pregnancy related pain. In addition to offering the Webster Technique, a specific pelvic adjustment that is beneficial during pregnancy, Dr. Andi Kneessi, DC, of our Chiropractic team, has…

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Super Bowl – How the Players Utilize Integrative Care AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineFunctional Medicine

February 4, 2019

Super Bowl – How the Players Utilize Integrative Care

Did you know football players are more and more frequently being treated with integrative care? An estimated 90% of all world-class athletes use chiropractic to prevent injuries and increase performance. In fact, all 32 teams in the NFL provide their players and personnel with…

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February is Heart Health Awareness Month AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineFunctional Medicine

February 4, 2019

February is Heart Health Awareness Month

February is National Heart Health Awareness month. As your partner in integrative medicine, we are here to help you maintain a heart healthy lifestyle – which includes staying active with regular exercise, maintaining a healthy diet, and keeping stress to…

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Snow Shoveling Tips to Avoid Injury Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

January 17, 2019

Snow Shoveling Tips to Avoid Injury

Snow my Goodness! Here it comes, Chicago! As winter weather typically goes, we begin seeing more and more snowfall in the early months of the new year. Unfortunately, the wet and heavy snow can be a leading cause of pain…

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Muscle of the Month – Quadratus Lumborum Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

December 11, 2018

Muscle of the Month – Quadratus Lumborum

Our muscle of the month for December is the quadratus lumborum in the lower back. Pain or discomfort in our low back is something we may feel more heavily during the winter months. The quadratus lumborum is a muscle of…

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Sit and Be Fit Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

November 20, 2018

Sit and Be Fit

This time of the year is notorious for having you feel inclined to stay indoors more often and spending long hours sitting, which can sometimes lead to pain. We’re here to bring you some of our favorite tips from our…

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Two Minute Turnaround | Healthy Desk Exercises Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

October 30, 2018

Two Minute Turnaround | Healthy Desk Exercises

It’s 2:00 PM, your energy is dipping, you can’t stop thinking about that second or third cup of coffee… We’re here to help! If you are like the average person, you are spending more time at a computer screen than…

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Chiropractic Health Awareness Month Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

October 29, 2018

Chiropractic Health Awareness Month

As we approach November, we reflect on National Chiropractic Health Month! American Chiropractic Association (ACA) devotes the entire month of October to encourage people to prevent chronic back, neck, and overall pain! This year, the theme was “Move 4 Life” which encourages…

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Kinesio Taping for Runners Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogRunning

October 2, 2018

Kinesio Taping for Runners

Kinesio Tape, Rock Tape, also known as Kinesio Tape is often used to treat overuse and injuries in athletes. When properly applied Rock Tape can help prevent injury while addressing pain, swelling, and inflammation. Considerations Before Using Kinesio Tape Many runners come…

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The Air Show Solution: Stretching your Splenius Capitis Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

August 17, 2018

The Air Show Solution: Stretching your Splenius Capitis

Splenius Capitis Pain: What Causes It and How to Find Relief If you’ve ever felt soreness at the base of your skull or along the back of your neck after looking up for too long, your splenius capitis muscle may…

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Core Exercises for Runners: Bird Dog & Dead Bug Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogRunning

June 28, 2018

Core Exercises for Runners: Bird Dog & Dead Bug

Whether you're training for a marathon or partaking in casual running, core strength and mobility exercises are extremely important for a runner's overall health. A strong core sets the foundation for healthy posture and can help runners prevent injuries and imbalances. Two…

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8 Facts You Should Know About Posture Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

April 24, 2018

8 Facts You Should Know About Posture

Stop for a moment and notice how you are sitting right now. Is your back curved? Shoulders slumped? How about your legs… are they crossed? The way you are sitting can have a transformative impact on your day. It’s hard to…

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Recovery Routine: Foam Rolling & Lacrosse Ball Exercises Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

April 4, 2018

Recovery Routine: Foam Rolling & Lacrosse Ball Exercises

Foam rolling is a form of self manual therapy to reduce myofascial tightness and improve myofascial mobility. Foam rolling, or self myofascial release, can be done before you exercise or after you workout. You may add this to your dynamic…

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Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogRunningVideos

October 24, 2017

Watch: Chicago Marathon 2017

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Plank Exercise Demo: Videos Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogRunning

June 1, 2017

Plank Exercise Demo: Videos

Despite it’s simple appearance, a plank exercise can be is one of the most beneficial movements in your routine. It’s great for strengthening your core, abs, and back. While strengthening your body, planks can also relieve back pain and improve…

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Foam Rolling for Athletes: Videos Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogRunning

May 31, 2017

Foam Rolling for Athletes: Videos

Foam rolling before and after a workout can help athletes recover and reduce injury. Rolling is an inexpensive and valuable warm up and cool down tool that improves circulation, range of motion, and flexibility. Be sure to make the most…

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Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogVideos

May 22, 2017

Dynamic Basketball Warmup with HoopsLink

Dynamic Basketball Warmup Looking for dynamic basketball warm ups? We teamed up with HoopsLink for a basketball warmup to help get your body moving safely and ready for action! HoopsLink is one of our favorite fitness apps that gives local…

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AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineFunctional MedicineOur BlogVideos

May 16, 2017

What makes Aligned Modern Health unique?

What Makes Aligned Modern Health Unique? With a range of wellness services and personalized care, Dr. Vince Roberts D.C., Director of Physical Medicine, explains how Aligned Modern Health gives 5-star service at its several Chicago area locations.

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Chiropractic Care for Expectant and New Moms Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

May 12, 2017

Chiropractic Care for Expectant and New Moms

Chiropractic care can help improve overall health and wellness during your pregnancy and throughout motherhood. Pregnancy specific chiropractic treatments combined with strengthening rehabilitation therapy can provide an optimal foundation for your baby to grow and prepare your body for delivery.…

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Sports Movement Screening for Chicago Athletes Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur BlogRunning

April 20, 2017

Sports Movement Screening for Chicago Athletes

Too often, runners assume that the aches and pains they experience during training are an unavoidable part of the process – and it’s only after the race is finished that they realize there’s a more serious issue at work. The…

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Understanding Chiropractic Care and Exercise for Adult Scoliosis Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

February 24, 2017

Understanding Chiropractic Care and Exercise for Adult Scoliosis

Adult scoliosis may be occur as a result of untreated childhood scoliosis or it may develop in conjunction with another spinal condition, such as degeneration, bone loss (osteoporosis), or bone softening (osteomalacia). If you have scoliosis you may notice that…

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Exercise Should Be Prescribed Just Like a Medicine, Experts Say Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

February 22, 2017

Exercise Should Be Prescribed Just Like a Medicine, Experts Say

Exercise should be prescribed just like a medicine. This is what the Journal of American Medical Association asserts and a growing number of doctors are taking action to further prove the scientific benefits of exercise. Study upon study continues to…

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New Guidelines for Back Pain Promote Chiropractic Care and Acupuncture AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineMassageOur Blog

February 17, 2017

New Guidelines for Back Pain Promote Chiropractic Care and Acupuncture

New guidelines from the American College of Physicians promote conservative care and non-pharmacological therapies as a first line of defense against pain.   On Monday, the ACP published an update to its guidelines for the treatment of lower back pain…

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5 Ways Moms Benefit from Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

January 30, 2017

5 Ways Moms Benefit from Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

During pregnancy, your body goes through 40 weeks of incredible metamorphosis and growth. Throughout this life-altering journey, several of these changes can cause temporary pain and discomfort. Chiropractic care can help relieve pain naturally and enable you to maintain a…

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November 30, 2016

River North Grand Opening

Welcome River North! Our River North clinic, located at 215 W. Superior, recently opened with outstanding community support. If you missed the Grand Opening party, enjoy this video recap! We offer top-rated care in Chiropractic Physical Medicine, Acupuncture, Functional Medicine…

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6 Reasons for Chiropractic Care Over the Holidays Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

November 21, 2016

6 Reasons for Chiropractic Care Over the Holidays

Seeing a Chiropractor during the holiday season can help reduce stress, heal and prevent winter injuries, and boost your mood. Often when we are busy is when we need support and self care the most. Give yourself a little more…

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Fighting Fall Fatigue AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineFunctional MedicineOur Blog

November 7, 2016

Fighting Fall Fatigue

The fall months may bring beautiful leaves, a break in the heat and fun activities surrounded by candy and pumpkins, but the changing weather also brings more rain and gloomy days. Our bodies naturally shift toward sunlight, and with fewer…

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Chiropractic Care for Baseball Chiropractic & Physical MedicineOur Blog

November 7, 2016

Chiropractic Care for Baseball

Given our love for baseball and all things Chicago, how could we not take a minute to talk about Chiropractic Care in the major leagues? Along with the Cubbies’ historic World Series championship, natural performance enhancement is one of the…

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Enjoy National Relaxation Day with Natural Stress Relief AcupunctureChiropractic & Physical MedicineFunctional MedicineMassageOur BlogStress Relief

August 16, 2016

Enjoy National Relaxation Day with Natural Stress Relief

National Relaxation Day is here and on a Monday to boot! We know that relaxation is fun but more so, it plays an important part of a healthy lifestyle. While stress in small amounts seem to be okay and can…

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Chiropractic for Football Injuries Chiropractic & Physical Medicine

February 7, 2016

Chiropractic for Football Injuries

Chiropractic Care for Football Injuries: Prevention and Recovery Football is one of the most exciting and demanding sports in America. But the same speed, strength, and impact that make it thrilling also make football one of the most injury-prone games…

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