Valley Chiropractic Peace River

04/01/2026

With the Sun deciding to join us for Spring this Easter week, please note, we have a change in Office hours for the long weekend.

We are in the clinic all day today and Thursday before being closed through until Tuesday at 9am.

03/30/2026

🌷 Easter Long Weekend Hours at Valley Chiropractic 🌷

A quick heads up on our upcoming holiday schedule:

👉 OPEN: Monday – Thursday (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
👉 CLOSED: Good Friday through Easter Monday
👉 BACK IN OFFICE: Tuesday, April 7th

If you’ve been meaning to get in, now’s a great time to book before the long weekend break.

Wishing you a peaceful and restful Easter weekend with your family.

📞 Call us to book your appointment!

03/27/2026

The neck–headache connection

A lot of common headaches are “neck-related” (often called tension or cervicogenic headaches). When the joints and muscles of the neck get irritated, think:

long hours looking down at a phone
laptop posture
driving/travel
stress + muscle tightness
…it can refer pain upward and trigger headaches.
Signs your headache may be coming from your neck

✅ headache that starts at the base of the skull or behind the eyes
✅ neck stiffness or tight shoulders with the headache
✅ headaches after screen time, studying, or travel
✅ pain that’s worse with certain neck positions

A couple quick comfort tips
Micro-breaks: 30 seconds to roll shoulders and gently turn your head every hour
Pillow check: keep your neck supported (not propped too high)
Heat 10–15 min to relax tight neck/upper back muscles

If neck pain or headaches are getting in the way, Valley Chiropractic can help you figure out what’s driving them, so you can enjoy Spring Break feeling good.

03/26/2026

Dr. Mandy & Dr. Kieran are looking for an individual to join their team at the Chiropractic clinic in Grimshaw. This would be an amazing place to work, if you know someone who would be a great fit for their team, make sure you let them know to apply!

03/25/2026

Bah humbug

03/02/2026

02/23/2026

Acute low back pain can show up fast, lifting something, a weird twist, sleeping wrong, and suddenly it hurts to sit, stand, or move comfortably. 😣

One of the most helpful things you can do is get it assessed and treated ASAP.

When back pain is fresh, it’s often easier to calm down because:
❗️Muscle spasm and joint irritation can be addressed before they “lock in”
❗️You can restore movement sooner, which helps your body recover
❗You’re less likely to start compensating (moving differently), which can keep the problem going

The sooner you start the right care plan, the better the odds of:
✅ getting back to normal activities sooner
✅ avoiding the “comes and goes” pattern that turns into longer-term issues

📅 Same-day appointments are available at Valley Chiropractic.
If your back just “went out,” don’t wait it out, call us today.

02/20/2026

Low back pain can be the worst at night—not because you’re doing anything “wrong,” but because discomfort gets louder when you’re trying to be still. If your back feels achy, tight, or sharp in certain positions, it can make falling asleep (and staying asleep) really tough. 🌙💤

When you’re in bed, your spine stays in one posture for hours. If that position causes:
too much arching, twisting, or not enough support, your muscles and joints may stay irritated, so you end up tossing, turning, and waking up stiff.

A few comfort tips to try tonight

✅ Side sleeper: put a pillow between your knees to reduce hip/pelvis twist
✅ Back sleeper: place a pillow under your knees to ease pressure on the low back
✅ Try “neutral” alignment: keep your shoulders and hips stacked (avoid half-stomach positions)
✅ If you wake up sore: do 1–2 minutes of gentle walking before stretching

If low back discomfort is regularly disrupting your sleep, it may be a sign your back needs a bit more support, mobility, or movement-based care.

02/17/2026

Chronic knee pain and knee arthritis pain don’t always come only from the knee itself. A big part of how your knees feel day-to-day can be influenced by how your feet absorb force and how your legs align when you walk. 👣🦵

Each step sends force up through the foot → ankle → knee → hip. If your foot rolls inward too much, your arch isn’t supported well, or your gait is uneven, it can change how your lower leg rotates and how pressure is distributed at the knee joint. Over time, that extra stress can worsen pain and stiffness.

Custom foot orthotics are designed to support your foot’s structure and movement pattern, which can:

-Improve stability through the foot and ankle

-Support better alignment through the knee and hip

-Reduce strain on irritated areas of the knee

-Help walking feel smoother and more comfortable

At Valley Chiropractic, orthotics are often used as part of a bigger plan, alongside mobility work, strengthening, and other strategies that support joint health.

If you’re dealing with knee pain or arthritis symptoms and want to understand what might be contributing, we’re happy to help you figure out whether foot mechanics could be part of it.

02/13/2026

Valley Chiropractic is now now closed for the Family Day long weekend.

We wish you all a restful time with your families.
~The Valley Chiro team

02/10/2026

💛 Family Day Weekend Update 💛
Just a heads up that Valley Chiropractic will be closed Feb 13–16 for the Family Day long weekend.

We hope you get some extra time to rest, recharge, and enjoy your people. Have a wonderful long weekend, Peace River! 😊

We’ll respond to messages and booking requests as soon as we’re back in the office.

01/26/2026

🚶‍♂️ Struggling with foot pain that slows you down every day?
You’re not alone! Plantar fasciitis affects millions, making each step a reminder of the discomfort you’re facing.

But here’s the good news: relief doesn’t have to be complicated.

👉 The Activator, a trusted chiropractic tool used by professionals worldwide, is designed to target and loosen tight plantar fascia tissue, the very source of that persistent heel and arch pain.

✨ With consistent use under professional care, The Activator can help:

✅ Reduce inflammation
✅ Restore mobility
✅ Help you walk, stand, and live with more ease

Whether it’s getting through your workday, keeping up with your kids, or just enjoying a walk again — you deserve a solution that works.

💬 Ask your chiropractor about The Activator today, and take your first step toward pain-free living.