Stine Chiropractic Clinic

Stine Chiropractic Clinic Serving Fredericksburg for over 35 years, we specialize in chiropractic orthopedics and sports injury.

Stine Chiropractic Clinic specializes in chiropractic orthopedics since 1986, treating complex orthopedic conditions without the use of surgery. If you're looking for a chiropractor in Fredericksburg, VA, we can help.

Jaw pain is not always isolated to the temporomandibular joint.The upper cervical spine (C1–C3) shares neurologic connec...
03/06/2026

Jaw pain is not always isolated to the temporomandibular joint.

The upper cervical spine (C1–C3) shares neurologic connections with the trigeminal system. Because of this convergence, dysfunction in the upper cervical region can contribute to facial or jaw symptoms.

Patients may experience:

• Jaw pain or tightness
• Facial discomfort
• Ear fullness
• Headaches
• Neck stiffness

In some cases, the jaw is symptomatic — but the cervical spine is contributory.

Understanding referral patterns guides appropriate treatment.

A structured orthopedic evaluation helps determine whether the primary driver is local TMJ dysfunction, cervical involvement, or a combination of both.

Stine Chiropractic Clinic
(540) 898-4100
117 Redwood Drive
Fredericksburg, VA
stinechiro.com

Wrist weakness and hand numbness after sleeping on your arm?The radial nerve travels along the back of the upper arm in ...
03/04/2026

Wrist weakness and hand numbness after sleeping on your arm?

The radial nerve travels along the back of the upper arm in a region called the spiral groove. At this location, the nerve lies relatively close to the surface and can be compressed with prolonged external pressure.

This may occur when:

• Sleeping with the arm draped over a chair
• Falling asleep with sustained pressure on the upper arm
• Remaining in one position for an extended period

When the radial nerve is compressed at the spiral groove, symptoms often include:

• Difficulty extending the wrist (wrist drop)
• Weak finger extension
• Numbness along the back of the hand
• Reduced grip strength secondary to extension weakness

This pattern differs from carpal tunnel syndrome (wrist) and cubital tunnel syndrome (elbow).

Both sensory changes and motor weakness help determine the level of nerve involvement.

Accurate localization guides appropriate conservative management.

Stine Chiropractic Clinic
(540) 898-4100
117 Redwood Drive
Fredericksburg, VA
stinechiro.com

Pinky and ring finger going numb at night?The location of symptoms matters.If numbness affects the pinky and the ulnar h...
03/02/2026

Pinky and ring finger going numb at night?

The location of symptoms matters.

If numbness affects the pinky and the ulnar half of the ring finger, the ulnar nerve may be involved (funny bone).

Common patterns include:

• Numbness in the pinky and ring finger
• Waking with the hand “asleep”
• Symptoms worse when sleeping with the elbow fully flexed
• Grip fatigue or clumsiness

Many people sleep with their elbows bent tightly.
Prolonged elbow flexion increases pressure in the cubital tunnel and can irritate the ulnar nerve for hours overnight. Then further injury when resting on the elbow throughout the day.

Understanding the distribution of symptoms helps localize the problem.

Ulnar nerve compression at the elbow requires a different approach than carpal tunnel syndrome.

Stine Chiropractic Clinic
(540) 898-4100
117 Redwood Drive
Fredericksburg, VA
stinechiro.com

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed at the wrist.Common signs:• Numbness in the thumb...
03/01/2026

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed at the wrist.

Common signs:
• Numbness in the thumb, index, and middle finger and thumb side of ring finger
• Symptoms worse at night
• Waking with the hand “asleep”
• Progressive fine motor weakness

The carpal tunnel is a fixed space.
When pressure increases, the nerve becomes irritated.

Early evaluation prevents progression.

Stine Chiropractic Clinic
(540) 898-4100
117 Redwood Drive
Fredericksburg, VA 22408

Arm goes numb at night? The location matters.Pinky and pinky side of the ring finger?Think ulnar nerve at the elbow "cub...
02/27/2026

Arm goes numb at night? The location matters.

Pinky and pinky side of the ring finger?
Think ulnar nerve at the elbow "cubital tunnel syndrome."

Thumb and index finger and thumb side of ring finger?
Think median nerve at the wrist "carpal tunnel syndrome."

Radiating from the neck into the arm?
We evaluate cervical involvement.

Different causes require different treatment.

A structured orthopedic evaluation determines the source — not just the symptom.

Stine Chiropractic Clinic
(540) 898-4100

At Stine Chiropractic Clinic, new patients receive a comprehensive same-day evaluation and treatment.Your first visit in...
02/26/2026

At Stine Chiropractic Clinic, new patients receive a comprehensive same-day evaluation and treatment.

Your first visit includes:

• Detailed orthopedic examination
• On-site imaging when clinically indicated
• Clear diagnosis explained during the visit
• Review of any imaging directly with your Chiropractic Orthopedist
• Personalized treatment plan
• Education on at-home management
• Initial treatment provided the same day
• Insurance benefits reviewed and explained so you understand your coverage

Early evaluation matters. The longer musculoskeletal conditions go unaddressed, the more difficult they can become to resolve.

Our goal is to provide diagnostic clarity, financial transparency, and begin appropriate conservative care without unnecessary delay.

If you are experiencing neck pain, back pain, headaches, sciatica, or joint pain, call today to schedule your evaluation.

One commonly overlooked cause of jaw pain is dysfunction in the upper cervical spine.The upper neck shares close neurolo...
01/12/2026

One commonly overlooked cause of jaw pain is dysfunction in the upper cervical spine.

The upper neck shares close neurologic and mechanical relationships with the jaw, face, and ear. When certain cervical joints become irritated—especially in the upper neck—pain can be referred into the jaw, closely mimicking TMJ symptoms.

Common cervical sources of jaw pain include:

*Upper cervical facet joint dysfunction
*Scleratogenous (joint-referred) pain
*Upper cervical disc involvement
*Neurologic overlap between the neck and trigeminal nerve
*Postural strain affecting cervical mechanics

This type of jaw pain often behaves differently than true TMJ disorders. It may:

*Change with neck movement or posture
*Occur without clicking, popping, or locking
*Persist despite jaw-focused treatment
*Be accompanied by neck pain or headaches

When the source of jaw pain is cervical, treating the jaw alone often leads to incomplete or temporary relief.

Evaluation matters.
Jaw pain should be assessed beyond the jaw itself.

Evaluation guides care. Symptoms alone are not enough.
— Stine Chiropractic

When it comes to disc-related sciatica, position matters.The lumbar disc is highly sensitive to posture and load. Certai...
01/09/2026

When it comes to disc-related sciatica, position matters.

The lumbar disc is highly sensitive to posture and load. Certain positions dramatically increase disc pressure, while others reduce it. This is why many patients notice their leg pain worsens with sitting and improves when lying down.

Clinically accepted data shows:

Standing (neutral posture): baseline disc pressure

Sitting upright: significantly increases disc pressure

Slouched sitting: produces some of the highest disc pressures

Lying on your back: places the least pressure on the disc

This explains why prolonged sitting—especially slouched sitting during driving or desk work—is one of the most common aggravators of disc-related sciatica.

Disc-related symptoms are load- and position-dependent, not the result of muscle tightness.

This is also why generic advice like “sit more,” “stretch it out,” or “just keep moving” often makes symptoms worse rather than better.

Evaluation guides care. Symptoms alone are not enough.
— Stine Chiropractic

Sciatica is surrounded by common myths that often delay recovery or make symptoms worse.Understanding what not to do is ...
01/08/2026

Sciatica is surrounded by common myths that often delay recovery or make symptoms worse.
Understanding what not to do is just as important as knowing what helps. To do that, the first step is understanding what sciatica actually is—beyond the label itself.

Myth #1: Sitting Will Help It Calm Down

Prolonged sitting is one of the most common aggravators of sciatica. Sitting increases pressure on the lower spine and can worsen both facet-related and disc-related conditions—especially during long drives or desk work.

These conditions are position-dependent.

Myth #2: Stretching Is Always Helpful

Stretching is frequently recommended for leg pain, but not all sciatica should be stretched.

In disc-related cases, stretching can significantly worsen symptoms—driving pain further down the leg or into the foot. Stretching without knowing the source of the symptom can delay recovery, trigger sudden flare-ups, or even lead to progression of disc injury.

Stretching is not treatment if it is not appropriate to the condition.

Myth #3: Just Give It Time and It Will Heal

While some mild cases improve, persistent or recurrent sciatica should not be ignored.

Waiting without evaluation often allows underlying conditions to worsen, making conservative care more difficult and increasing the likelihood of unnecessary escalation later.

Joints need motion. An injured disc does not.

What Actually Helps

The most effective approach to sciatica is accurate evaluation to determine what is producing the symptom, followed by condition-specific conservative care.

There is no single solution for all sciatica.

Evaluation guides care. Symptoms alone are not enough.
— Stine Chiropractic

Stretching is often recommended for back and leg pain, but when sciatica is caused by a disc-related condition, stretchi...
01/08/2026

Stretching is often recommended for back and leg pain, but when sciatica is caused by a disc-related condition, stretching can significantly worsen symptoms.

In disc-related cases, leg pain is not coming from tight muscles. It is the result of disc involvement producing true radicular symptoms. Stretching places additional tension and pressure through already compromised structures, which can increase pain and inflammation rather than relieve it.

Patients with disc-related sciatica often report:
*Sudden worsening of leg pain after stretching
*Increased pain into the lower leg or foot
*Sharp, electric, or burning symptoms
*Loss of progress after “doing everything they were told”

This is why advice to stretch is not appropriate for all sciatica cases.

Proper care begins with determining what type of condition is producing the symptom. Facet-related referred pain and disc-related radicular pain behave very differently and require very different management strategies.

In disc-related cases, treatment focuses on protecting the disc, reducing stress on affected structures, and applying conservative care in a controlled, clinically appropriate manner — not stretching.

If sciatica worsens with stretching, that is an important clinical sign and should prompt proper evaluation.

Evaluation guides care. Symptoms alone are not enough.
— Stine Chiropractic

Some headaches don’t actually start in the head — they start in the neck.Cervicogenic headaches happen when joints, musc...
01/03/2026

Some headaches don’t actually start in the head — they start in the neck.

Cervicogenic headaches happen when joints, muscles, or nerves in the neck become irritated and refer pain into the head. Because the neck and head share nerve pathways, problems in the neck can cause pain at the base of the skull, in the temples, forehead, or behind the eyes.

These headaches often:

Begin at the base of the skull

Affect one side of the head

Come with neck stiffness or limited neck movement

Worsen with poor posture or certain neck positions

Past injuries can play a role. Research shows that about 50% of people who have experienced a whiplash injury will develop a cervicogenic headache at some point in their lifetime — sometimes months or even years after the injury.

Because cervicogenic headaches can feel similar to migraines or tension headaches, they are frequently misidentified. Proper evaluation is important, as treating the wrong headache type can delay meaningful relief.

At Stine Chiropractic Clinic, our board-certified chiropractic orthopedists focus on determining whether the neck is contributing to headache symptoms so care can be directed at the true source.

If headaches seem linked to neck pain, posture, or a past injury, the neck may be playing a bigger role than you realize.

📞 (540) 898-4100
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Tension headaches are the most common type of headache — but they’re often misunderstood.Tension headaches typically fee...
01/02/2026

Tension headaches are the most common type of headache — but they’re often misunderstood.

Tension headaches typically feel like a dull, pressure-like tightness around the head or behind the eyes. They are frequently linked to muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, and upper back, often caused by poor posture, prolonged sitting, stress, or repetitive daily strain.

Unlike treatments that simply mask symptoms, conservative chiropractic orthopedic care addresses the mechanical factors that contribute to recurring tension headaches.

If headaches worsen as the day goes on, or are accompanied by neck stiffness or muscle tightness, a proper evaluation can make all the difference.

📞 (540) 898-4100
🌐 stinechiro.com

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117 Redwood Drive
Fredericksburg, VA
22408

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 5pm
Saturday 7am - 12pm

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+15408984100

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