Adjust and Relax at Active Wellness Chiropractic

Life is busy, and there are times when the stresses of everyday life or an over-aggressive workout, can accumulate and cause pain. When this happens, come see us, as we offer both chiropractic care and message therapy.

When you come into our office, we provide you with the confidence of relaxed and professional environment. With us, you know that we are here to eliminate your pain and not just manage it. Each evaluation or treatment program is designed to specifically address your needs and our objective is to deliver results.

Chiropractic care has many solutions for even the toughest pain, and chances are, we’ve seen and treated your condition many times before. Even if you have a permanent or chronic condition, we will work with you to find a way to help you have less pain. At Active Wellness Chiropractic, we are focused on the goal of wellness.

This is truly why, when you visit our office for an adjustment, take advantage of massage therapy, or any other of our services, we tailor them to your unique circumstances. We offer 1/2 hour massages for only $40.00; our 1 hour massage is $60.00, and our popular 1 1/2 hour massage is $80.00. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact our office today!

Dr. Davis graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Virginia Tech in 1994.  He was awarded his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College in 1998.  He was an associate chiropractor in Norfolk from 1999 through 2002.

He opened Active Wellness Chiropractic in 2003 in Ghent of Norfolk VA and resides in West Norfolk with Ericka Volk and their son Kameron.

Simple Ways to Have a Healthier Spine

It is estimated that between 80-90% of adults suffer from back pain. Many of the things we do every day contribute to poor spine health. These include improper standing, lifting, carrying, sitting, and even sleeping. For a healthier spine, follow these simple tips.

Help for Running Injuries

Active Wellness Chiropractic is located on the first floor of One Life Fitness, and it’s common for us to see running injuries. Our goal is to determine what type of running injury you have through a comprehensive history and exam. We look for joint restrictions, range of motion issues, improper alignment, and imbalances. Then, we establish a treatment plan so you can restart your exercise program pain free.

The Symptoms of Whiplash

Whiplash is a serious health concern that affects many millions of people each year. Whiplash is a relatively common injury that can occur after an sudden force accident and is most commonly associated with auto accidents. The symptoms of whiplash can occur immediately after an accident, but in some cases it can take a few hours or days before the injuries become noticeable, and unfortunately, many do not recognize the symptoms once they appear.

Benefits of Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care continues to grow due to the many health benefits that people receive from non-invasive treatments. Combining chiropractic office treatments with a healthy lifestyle will increase the benefits of your office treatments and assist your body’s ability to find relief from pressure and discomforts.

Understanding Stress

If you are experiencing chronic or continued stress, it will eventually have a negative impact on your life. Stress can affect your performance at work and in your social and home life. It causes real physical problems for your body; it releases epinephrine and adrenaline and triggers the body to release glucocorticoid, cortisol, and hydrocortisone. Long term effects of stress can inhibit growth and healing. In many cases, chronic symptoms of stress can lead to anxiety and even depression.  Stress is also responsible for physical problems such as lower back pain and headaches.

Stress is a personal experience, and shows itself in different ways to different people. The treatment of stress is also dependent on individual coping mechanisms and predispositions to emotional fatigue. Some people are able to release stress by venting their aggression verbally or physically, but this is generally only a temporary fix. Research indicates that gender also has an effect on stress levels, as women tend to be affected more by interpersonal problems, and illness in others, whereas men are more prone to work-related stress.

With stress being so potentially damaging to our mental and physical health, the goal is to find ways to ease stress levels. Try as we might, we CANNOT eliminate stress from our lives, so this is not always easy to do. When you feel stressed, relieve the tension by taking a walk, exercising, or do an activity you enjoy, such as painting or reading.  Better still, make sure your nervous system is able to operate your body at the highest level with a peak ability to resist the stresses you encounter everyday.

At Active Wellness Chiropractic, we offer are available to discuss your specific needs and help find a solution to your stress. Contact us today!

Dr. Davis graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Virginia Tech in 1994.  He was awarded his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College in 1998.  He was an associate chiropractor in Norfolk from 1999 through 2002.

He opened Active Wellness Chiropractic in 2003 in Ghent of Norfolk VA and resides in West Norfolk with Ericka Volk and their son Kameron.

Simple Relief for Lower Back Pain

Most of us know we should have proper lumber support, especially in our work space, but unfortunately, many people do not seek the support until the pain sets in and rush to purchase a product that may or may not alleviate the problem. There are many lumbar support products available on the market, so how do you know which one to choose?

The most important element to consider is to make sure the product allows your spine to be in proper alignment. Having good posture, while sitting at your office desk, will assist you in having a healthy spine. The lumbar region of your spine, also known as the lower back, is just above your tailbone and below your ribcage and includes your spine and all the muscles, ligaments, and tendons that surround your spine. Sitting for long periods of time with poor posture can put strain on your lumbar spine and lower back.

Generally, all that is required to relieve lower back pain from poor sitting posture is to prevent them from occurring in the first place. The first step is to choose the right lumbar support to ensure that it fits in your chair. The best option is to select an ergonomically designed chair that includes a built-in-lumbar support. Another option is to choose an individual lumbar support designed to fit in any chair, and try it out before making your purchase.

Having optimal wellness is a combination of many factors, including nutrition, preventative care, corrective care, and every day choices. If you would like additional information about how to relieve lower back pain, please, contact our office today.

Dr. Davis graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Virginia Tech in 1994.  He was awarded his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College in 1998.  He was an associate chiropractor in Norfolk from 1999 through 2002.

He opened Active Wellness Chiropractic in 2003 in Ghent of Norfolk VA and resides in West Norfolk with Ericka Volk and their son Kameron.

3 Ways to Prevent Bone Density Loss

Bone density peaks between adolescence and young adulthood, but there are ways to combat the possible onset of osteoporosis. As you age, bone density gets lower, but by incorporating these three lifestyle choices, you can prevent or slow bone loss.

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Chiropractic care is helpful for those already suffering from osteoporosis, and in many cases, it can help others maintain healthy bones. Chiropractic care corrects spinal misalignments with adjustments, allowing the nervous system to function better and communicate with the rest of the body at a cellular level, affecting tissues, muscles, bones and ligaments. By maintaining properly aligned joints, the nervous system doesn’t react with pain or disease.

Chiropractic Care Offers Effective Relief from Knee Pain

At Active Wellness Chiropractic, we see many people with Knee pain. Our knees are subject to a tremendous amount of weight-bearing forces, and direct or indirect trauma to the knee from falls, motor vehicle accidents, poor alignment, and over-use can lead to chronic knee conditions. Chiropractic care can be an invaluable resource in the diagnosis and treatment of your knee condition.

Knee problems can develop in and around the knee joint and can be caused by dysfunction or disease in the patella (kneecap) meniscus (knee joint) or in the surrounding ligaments or tendons. The muscles that attach to the knee may also experience problems.

One of the most common knee injuries is referred to as Runner’s Knee. The over-use stress and jarring of routine running activities coupled with a poor tracking ability of the kneecap will wear down and inflame the knee joint cartilage. The result can be pain, swelling, and dysfunction. Left untreated, these inflammatory knee disorders may lead to arthritis.

Before you consider surgery, contact Active Wellness Chiropractic for an evaluation. We may be able to improve your Knee alignment though therapeutic measures. Our knee treatments include joint manipulation, as well as, stretching, which strengthens the muscles that support the knee.

Dr. Travis Davis proudly serves West Norfolk and Hampton Roads VA through the application of corrective chiropractic care. To schedule an appointment, contact us at (757) 627-2222

Dr. Davis graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Virginia Tech in 1994.  He was awarded his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College in 1998.  He was an associate chiropractor in Norfolk from 1999 through 2002.

He opened Active Wellness Chiropractic in 2003 in Ghent of Norfolk VA and resides in West Norfolk with Ericka Volk and their son Kameron.

Chiropractic Care & Your Nervous System

At Active Wellness Chiropractic, our care is about wellness and health and one of our main focuses is to reduce nerve interference in the spine caused by subluxations. When someone doesn’t have a subluxation, there is no interference, and their nervous system controls the healthy function of virtually every cell, tissue, organ, and system of your body. The body has a natural innate intelligence that allows you to fight off disease and maintain health; however, when subluxations are present, they can impair your nervous system and interfere with function. Subluxation hinders your innate intelligence and does not allow for proper nerve function. 

This healing process is dependent upon proper nerve function. That is why subluxations can be so devastating to your body and overall wellness, and this is why chiropractic care can be so effective. When subluxations in the body are corrected and nerve function is restored, the body’s natural healing power takes over. Chiropractic care offers true healing and wellness, and because chiropractic care focuses and treats the actual root of the health problem instead of relying on pain medications or surgery, the results can be longer lasting than those found in traditional medicine.

Only when subluxations and nerve interference are removed can true healing and true health really begin. If you’d like to learn more about the effects of subluxation and nerve function, please, contact us to schedule an appointment. Our office is located in Ghent and offers evening hours. We can be reached at (757) 627-2222

Dr. Travis Davis proudly serves West Norfolk and Hampton Roads VA through the application of corrective chiropractic care.

Dr. Davis graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Virginia Tech in 1994.  He was awarded his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College in 1998.  He was an associate chiropractor in Norfolk from 1999 through 2002.

He opened Active Wellness Chiropractic in 2003 in Ghent of Norfolk VA and resides in West Norfolk with Ericka Volk and their son Kameron