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How Your Feet Are Causing Your Back Pain – And What Custom Orthotics Can Do About It
By Dr. Todd A. Whittemore, D.C. | Published March 24, 2026 Here’s something most people never get told: if your lower back, hip, or knee pain keeps coming back no matter what you do for it, the problem might not actually be where it hurts. It might be where you stand. This is one of…
Read MoreWhy Custom Foot Orthotics Aren’t Just for “Old People” — They’re for Anyone with Chronic Back or Neck Pain
Written By: Dr. Todd Published on: March 1, 2026 If you’re a parent watching your 15-year-old athlete struggle with lower back pain… If you’re 42 and wondering why your hips feel uneven after a long day at your desk… If you’re 50 and quietly accepting neck stiffness as “just part of getting older”… You might…
Read MoreThanksgiving Food Drive 2024
22nd Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive Saturday, November 16th, 9:00am – 12:00pm As a way of saying thank you to our community and to support the efforts of the local food bank, we are sponsoring a Thanksgiving Food Drive on Saturday, November 16th. In lieu of payment, we ask you to donate a minimum of 5…
Read MoreChiropractor Near Me: Bolton, MA
Do you live in the Bolton 01740 area? We can help! Visit our chiropractor at Stow Family Chiropractic which is only 7 miles from Bolton Center, just a 12-minute drive! Many of our patients hail from Bolton, MA, including school teachers, students, social workers, engineers, homemakers and construction workers! A good chiropractor is important for everyone, regardless…
Read MoreChiropractor Near Me: Acton, MA
Do you live in the Acton 01720 area? We can help! Visit our chiropractor at Stow Family Chiropractic which is only 5 miles from Acton Center, just a 13-minute drive! Many of our patients hail from Acton, MA, including school teachers, nurses, construction workers, golf instructors, and yoga teachers! A good chiropractor is important for everyone, regardless…
Read MoreThanksgiving Food Drive 2023
21st Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive Saturday, November 11th, 9:00am – 12:00pm As a way of saying thank you to our community and to support the efforts of the local food bank, we are sponsoring a Thanksgiving Food Drive on Saturday, November 11th. In lieu of payment, we ask you to donate a minimum of 5…
Read MoreDecreasing Inflammation: Cortisone, Prednisone and Natural Methods
Doctors recommend cortisone (steroid) injections and oral medications for many different painful conditions that are often caused by increased inflammation in a specific joint or throughout the body, such as: Chiropractors not only have the knowledge and skillset to address these conditions, but they also have the ability to treat the root cause of the…
Read MoreSpinal Decompression for Disc Issues
What is Spinal Decompression? Spinal Decompression is a non-surgical procedure that effectively treats back and neck pain due to various causes including injury, obesity, inactivity or over-taxing of the cervical and lumbar muscles. The machine uses gentle intermittent digitally controlled distraction (stretching) which unloads and separates the joints of the spine reducing the pressure on…
Read MoreProtect Your Back During Gardening Season
It’s the first official day of Summer and gardening season is in full swing! While there are many holistic benefits to getting outside and tending to your garden, such as increased fresh air, exercise and exposure to Vitamin D, gardening can also lead to increased back pain and injuries. Fortunately, there are many ways to…
Read MoreCombat Allergy Season with Chiropractic Care
Seasonal allergies occur when the body’s immune system overreacts to substances in the environment, such as pollen, dust, or mold. While over-the-counter medications and prescription drugs can provide relief, there are also natural ways to counteract the symptoms of seasonal allergies. Chiropractic care is one of the medical field’s best kept secrets for combating those…
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