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01/03/2022

Please take a moment to read about this fundraiser for Kathleen Van Buskirk's fight against cancer on behalf of her family.

Beautiful Kathleen loves her children, grandchildren, husband Rod, doggies, friends and family fiercely. She is a gourmet cook, a loving daughter and active in her local church and community. On March 2, 2021, Kathleen became extremely ill and was admitted to the hospital. An x-ray showed a small intestine complete blockage and a mass. Further scans and biopsy confirmed pancreatic adenocarcinoma.

Pancreatic cancer is rarely diagnosed before it has spread throughout the body. Fortunately, while Kathleen’s tumor has some involvement with the small intestine, it has not spread further which provides a tremendous source of hope. The doctors' initial plan was several cycles of chemotherapy to reduce the tumor and clear major blood vessel involvement, followed by surgery.

Kathleen and her family have faced this fight with courage, determination and humility. There have been many unexpected complications, infections and multiple hospitalizations that delayed treatment and incurred significant medical bills. (To learn more and keep up with Kathleen's progress, visit the CaringBridge site: https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kathleenvanbuskirk2

Rod and Kathleen are small business owners of a chiropractic practice and work hard to serve their community. Unfortunately, insurance limitations and the unexpected costs of treatment and additional hospitalizations are overwhelming the family.

There are no more hours in the day for the family to work to cover these medical costs. The added stress and time away from Kathleen has become very difficult to sustain. The immediate focus needs to be on completing treatment, having quality time as a family and navigating the future.

Kathleen recently recovered from a blood infection that unexpectedly put her in the hospital for yet another week. She is now gearing up to tackle more chemotherapy to shrink the tumor for surgery.

Please support this faithful and kind family with financial support of any amount to help ease their burden. Kathleen and Rod are often the first to offer support to others, yet the last to ask for help themselves.

Thank you so very much for your love, prayers and support.
Together, we can make a tremendous difference! 🙏

With a hopeful and humble heart, I am starting a fundraiser for Kathleen VanBuskirk's… Amanda Kendrick Hayes needs your support for Help Kathleen Beat Cancer

09/17/2018

09/17/2018

Former NFL quarterback and Summit High football Coach Drew Bledsoe spoke at Pronghorn Resort on Friday about CTE and neck injuries.

02/16/2018

Dr. Van Buskirk's diagnosis and treatment were And top notch, as usual. And he explained both diagnosis and treatment very clearly which helps me move correctly.

12/30/2017

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Sciatica is a condition that results when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated. Bulging discs, spinal subluxations, and muscle spasms can all cause increased pressure on the sciatic nerve.

When this happens it causes pain, numbness, and weakness in the lower back and leg. To properly treat sciatica the cause of the condition needs to be diagnosed and properly treated. Your chiropractor can help you do this.


When a nerve is squeezed or compressed it is called a "pinched nerve". This can be caused by spinal misalignments, bulging or herniated discs, or other factors.

The increased pressure on the nerve causes inflammation, pain, and sometimes muscle spasms. The pressure on the nerve must be relieved in order to alleviate the pain.


This condition is most commonly associated with people who are constantly using a computer. Typing is a motion that, when performed repetitively and with poor posture, can cause carpal tunnel syndrome.

Symptoms include pain, numbness, weakness, or a burning sensation. The nerves in the fingertips travel through the wrist, up the arm, and into the neck.

The spine is the center of the nervous system, and the pain in your hands and wrists can be relieved by your chiropractor with concentrated spinal and joint adjustments.

An examination can reveal the cause of the pain, and an adjustment can relieve the pain by properly aligning the spine and addressing the cause of the pain.

➡️If you are suffering from any of the above conditions, schedule your consultation today! 📆

Rod VanBuskirk provides chiropractic care. Dr. Rod VanBuskirk is a Pleasant Hill Chiropractor, call us today at 9259323289!!

12/30/2017

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Pain along the spinal column in your neck or back is usually caused by subluxations, or misalignments of your vertebrae. A small misalignment can cause pain by causing pressure on nerves.

Left untreated, these subluxations can cause muscle spasms and increasing pain. Chiropractic adjustments properly align your spine so that pressure on joints and nerves is released. It is a direct treatment for the cause of the pain, not a temporary relief like pain relievers or massage.


Many people believe that headaches are caused by loud noise, being tired, or being stressed. While these are all factors that can lead to headaches, the direct cause is tightness in the neck and shoulders.

The tightness can cause misalignments in the vertebrae of your neck, resulting in pain. 80% of all headaches originate from the neck.

With a typical cervicogenic (neck origin) headache, a person usually feels pain starting at the base of the skull which radiates into the temples, eyeballs, and forehead.

Massage of the neck and shoulder muscles can release tension, and a chiropractic adjustment can realign the vertebrae in your neck. 🌞

Chiropractic can help eliminate the cause of your headaches rather than offering a temporary relief from the symptoms.

➡️If you are experiencing back/neck pain or headaches, visit us today. Schedule your consultation today! 📆

Rod VanBuskirk provides chiropractic care. Dr. Rod VanBuskirk is a Pleasant Hill Chiropractor, call us today at 9259323289!!

12/30/2017

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Joint dysfunction occurs when joints become stiff and full movement is restricted. It can be caused by an injury, poor posture, overuse/underuse of a joint, muscle imbalance, as well as other factors.

Like arthritis, joint dysfunction can cause pain in the joint and the surrounding muscles, and can also cause problems in other parts of the body due to overcompensation.

One common form of joint dysfunction is sacroiliac joint dysfunction, which occurs where the base of the spine meets the pelvis. It causes low back pain and prohibits movement.

This condition is often misdiagnosed because the symptoms are similar to sciatica or a herniated disc.

Your can properly diagnose this condition and provide relief. Using specific adjustments for the affected joint can return proper mobility and relieve pain. 🌞

➡️If you have joint pain, visit us for relief. Schedule your consultation today! 📆

Rod VanBuskirk provides chiropractic care. Dr. Rod VanBuskirk is a Pleasant Hill Chiropractor, call us today at 9259323289!!

12/30/2017

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Arthritis is a condition that is caused by the wearing down of the cartilage between joints. Some of the major joints that are affected are the knees, hips, back, neck, and hands/wrist.

can be painful and can cause the affected areas to not function properly. Arthritis in one area can cause arthritis or other problems in a different joint.

For instance, if you have arthritis in your left knee, you may compensate for this by putting more pressure on your right side, leading to right hip problems.

Pain killers can cause temporary relief from pain and discomfort, but it is not a long term solution. Chiropractic can alleviate pain by releasing pressure on the nervous system with proper alignment. 🌞

It can also restore proper joint movement, helping to ensure that you use proper motion so that you do not cause injury to other parts of your body.

We are not concerned strictly with the affected area, but rather the body as a whole. We aim to restore and maintain proper movement and functionality to increase your overall well being.

➡️If you are suffering from arthritis pain, schedule your consultation today. 📆

Rod VanBuskirk provides chiropractic care. Dr. Rod VanBuskirk is a Pleasant Hill Chiropractor, call us today at 9259323289!!

12/30/2017

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Whiplash is a common injury for people involved in car collisions. When a car is struck from behind or collides with another object, it causes the neck to snap back and forth violently.

This causes the muscles and ligaments to overextend, leading to strains and/or tears. This is referred to as soft tissue damage, and can cause stiffness and soreness.

can also cause structural damage such as misaligned vertebrae, herniated, bulging or , or nerve damage due to the over extension from the violent movement.

Chiropractic can help with both types of injuries. Adjustments and alignments can be performed specifically for those who have been in car accidents and suffered from whiplash.

The pressure on the discs and nerves is released when the spine is returned to its proper alignment. Chiropractic massage can be used to help relieve the pain and discomfort from soft tissue injuries. 🌞

➡️If you have been in a car accident, schedule an appointment with us before relying on pain medications and surgery. 📆

Rod VanBuskirk provides chiropractic care. Dr. Rod VanBuskirk is a Pleasant Hill Chiropractor, call us today at 9259323289!!

12/30/2017

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Intervertebral discs are positioned between the vertebrae in the spine. The outside of a disc is made from cartilage, and in the center is a jelly like solution.

These discs serve many purposes, including allowing movement of the spine, creating space between the vertebrae, and acting as shock absorbers. The gelatinous middle allows the disc to compress and expand based on impact and movement.

Trauma to the spine can cause the discs to herniated, bulge, become displaced (slipped disc), or even rupture. Trauma or direct injury to the area is not the only cause, however. As we get older, the discs can begin to weaken and dehydrate. These conditions can put pressure on the nerves around the spine and cause pain.

If you suffer from one of these injuries you should see a chiropractor.

Surgery is risky, expensive, and requires recovery time. In many cases, you can experience relief from these conditions through chiropractic. 🌞

By properly aligning the spine, pressure can be relieved on nerves and on the discs themselves. This will reduce and hopefully eliminate your pain and discomfort and allow you to live a normal lifestyle.

➡️Schedule an appointment today! 📆

Rod VanBuskirk provides chiropractic care. Dr. Rod VanBuskirk is a Pleasant Hill Chiropractor, call us today at 9259323289!!

12/30/2017

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Did you know that Chiropractic care can help reduce the severity and the frequency of your allergies? 🌞

Chiropractic does not work like an anti-histamine as a direct, short term relief from allergies. Chiropractic allows your body to be better equipped to fight against allergies.

Allergies are a reaction by your immune system to an allergen (substances that normally have no effect on people) resulting in sneezing, coughing, congestion, hives, rashes, and in severe cases, seizure and anaphylactic shock. These symptoms are caused by the histamines your immune system creates in an attempt to protect your body against the allergen.

When your spine is misaligned it can impinge on the nervous system in your body. Studies have shown that the nervous system has an effect on the functionality of your immune system.

When your nervous system is under stress and not functioning properly, your immune system cannot work at an optimal level.

Chiropractors work with the nervous system by aligning the spine to relieve any stress on nerves. This allows the immune system to work at a higher level, making it easier to fight off infections while recognizing allergens.

When your immune system recognizes allergens, it will not overreact to them, or at least not react as severely to them.

➡️If you suffer from allergies, chiropractic can help you find relief. Schedule an appointment today. 📆

Rod VanBuskirk provides chiropractic care. Dr. Rod VanBuskirk is a Pleasant Hill Chiropractor, call us today at 9259323289!!

12/27/2017

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