http://www.alignchiropracticwichita.com/

Align Chiropractic, 943 N Andover Road, Andover, KS (2026)

02/20/2026

If you have endometriosis, you've been told your options are limited: manage the pain with medication, have surgery, or just "deal with it."

Endometriosis isn't just about tissue growing where it shouldn't. It's about chronic inflammation and a nervous system stuck in a pain loop it can't escape.

Here's how it works:
Inflammation from endometriosis triggers pain signals. Those pain signals keep your nervous system in constant fight-or-flight mode. Fight-or-flight increases cortisol and inflammatory markers. More inflammation creates more pain. And the cycle repeats over and over and over.

Eventually, your nervous system becomes CENTRALLY SENSITIZED. This means your brain amplifies pain signals, interprets normal sensations as painful, and can't filter out the pain anymore. Everything hurts more.

You're not being dramatic, your nervous system has been rewired to protect you the only way it knows how.

Add chronic stress to the mix (because who ISN'T stressed when they're in constant pain?), and your body gets trapped in survival mode. Hormones can't balance properly, your immune system stays activated, and pain becomes your baseline.

Chiropractic care helps break the cycle.

We remove subluxations that keep your nervous system stuck in overdrive. We help shift your body OUT of fight-or-flight mode so it can regulate inflammation, process pain signals appropriately, and actually HEAL instead of just react.

We've seen women with endometriosis experience reduced pain intensity, fewer flare-ups, better hormone regulation, improved sleep, and more manageable cycles—not because we "cured" their endometriosis, but because we supported the nervous system controlling the pain response.

You're not broken.
Your pain is real.
And your nervous system deserves support to break free from the cycle.

02/20/2026

One year.
Thousands of adjustments.
So many growing families.

Next week we celebrate YOU.

5 days of giveaways to thank this incredible community for trusting us with your health!!!

We’re keeping the prizes a surprise… but we promise they’re good 👀

Make sure you’re following along!

02/19/2026

Your pregnancy care shouldn't look the same at 8 weeks as it does at 38 weeks.

Because what your body needs in the first trimester is completely different from what it needs in the third. And your nervous system—the system coordinating every single change happening in your body—needs specific support at every stage.

FIRST TRIMESTER (Weeks 1-13): Adaptation + Regulation

Your body is experiencing a massive hormonal surge. Morning sickness, extreme fatigue, emotional overwhelm—your nervous system is trying to adapt to rapid changes. Early adjustments support hormone regulation, reduce nausea signals through vagus nerve function, and help your body establish a strong foundation for the months ahead.

SECOND TRIMESTER (Weeks 14-27): Alignment + Space

Baby's growth accelerates. Your center of gravity shifts forward. Round ligament pain shows up. This is when we focus on pelvic balance (Webster Technique) and spinal support as your curves change. We're creating optimal SPACE for baby to grow and positioning your body for an easier third trimester and labor.

THIRD TRIMESTER (Weeks 28-40): Positioning + Preparation

Maximum physical changes. Sciatica, p***c pain, rib pain. Your body is preparing for labor, and baby needs to get into optimal position. Weekly adjustments help your pelvis open and align, relieve nerve pressure, support baby's positioning, and prepare your nervous system for labor.
Studies show regular adjustments in the third trimester correlate with shorter labor times and fewer interventions.

Your nervous system is coordinating organ shifts, blood volume increases, hormone fluctuations, postural changes, and baby's development—all at once.
When it's functioning optimally, pregnancy feels safer, labor progresses more smoothly, and baby thrives.
You're not just "carrying a baby." You're performing biological miracles every single day. And your nervous system deserves trimester-specific support through it all.

📍 Pregnant or planning? Let's create a care plan that supports you through every stage. Link in bio.

02/19/2026

That "sciatica" everyone keeps diagnosing you with?
It's probably not sciatica.

True sciatica is nerve compression at the lumbar spine—usually from a herniated disc or spinal stenosis.
It's actually pretty rare.

What you're experiencing 90% of the time is REFERRAL PAIN that mimics sciatica but comes from completely different sources:
SI Joint Dysfunction - When your sacroiliac joint (where your pelvis meets your spine) is misaligned or inflamed, it refers pain down your leg that feels identical to sciatica. Shooting pain, burning, numbness—all the same symptoms, different source.

Piriformis Syndrome - Your piriformis muscle sits right on top of your sciatic nerve. When it's tight or spasming (often from pelvic misalignment), it compresses the nerve and creates sciatica-like symptoms. But it's a MUSCLE problem, not a nerve root problem.

Pelvic Imbalance - Pregnancy, falls, repetitive movements, poor posture—these create pelvic imbalances that put pressure on nerves and refer pain down the leg.

Here's why this matters:
If you're treating true sciatica when you actually have SI joint dysfunction, you're chasing the WRONG THING. Anti-inflammatories, nerve pain medication, even surgery—none of it will fix a mechanical pelvic problem.

Chiropractic adjustments address the ROOT cause. We assess whether it's your SI joint, your piriformis, your pelvis, or actual nerve compression—and we correct the dysfunction at the source.
We've seen countless people told they have "chronic sciatica" experience complete relief after we adjusted their pelvis and SI joint. Because it was never sciatica in the first place.

Stop treating the wrong thing. Get to the root.

Tired of being in pain? We are here to help!

02/18/2026

Galentine’s at Align was everything we hoped it would be and more

A room full of women choosing connection. Choosing to slow down long enough to pour back into themselves.

We talk a lot about nervous system regulation and intentional self-care in our office — but this weekend, we got to live it.

To every woman who showed up, brought a friend, shared her story, or simply made space to be present… thank you. You are what makes this community so special.

A huge thank you to all of our vendors for making the day what it was!!! So grateful to be able to collaborate with others who love pouring into the community as much as we do!

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Already counting down to the next one.

02/18/2026

You've been lied to about postpartum recovery.

"Six weeks and you're cleared!" they say.
As if your body just magically returns to its pre-pregnancy state. As if nine months of massive physical transformation and the most intense event of your life can be undone in 42 days.

The reality is: 6 weeks postpartum is when your uterus has shrunk back and your bleeding has (mostly) stopped. That's it.

It is NOT when:
Your pelvic floor is fully restored
Your core has reconnected
Your nervous system has regulated
Your hormones have rebalanced
Your spine has realigned
You've actually healed

ACTUAL postpartum recovery? 6 to 12+ months. Sometimes longer.

And here's what your body actually needs during that time:
1. Nervous System Support (3-6 months minimum)
You spent 9 months with elevated stress hormones and then went through the most physically intense experience of your life. Your nervous system needs help shifting OUT of survival mode so it can support hormone regulation, deep healing, and true recovery.
2. Physical Balance (3-12 months)
Your pelvis expanded, your spine curved forward, your ribs flared, your organs shifted, and your ligaments stretched. None of that just "snaps back." Regular chiropractic adjustments help restore balance, support core reconnection, and prevent chronic pain patterns from setting in.

3. Hormone Rebalancing (6-18 months)
Estrogen and progesterone plummet. Prolactin surges if you're breastfeeding. Oxytocin floods and cortisol tries to regulate. These massive shifts affect your sleep, mood, energy, weight, and healing capacity. Nervous system care supports your body's ability to navigate this transition naturally.

The 6-week mark isn't the finish line. It's barely the starting line.

You didn't "bounce back." You TRANSFORMED.
Your body performed miracles—and it deserves the time, support, and care to heal properly.

02/17/2026

Breastfeeding isn’t just about your baby’s mouth. It’s about their entire body working together.

Everyone focuses on the tongue—ties, latch, positioning. Important, yes. But successful feeding requires 12 cranial nerves coordinating:

Tongue movement (hypoglossal)

Jaw muscles (trigeminal)

Lip seal (facial)

Swallowing & breathing (glossopharyngeal & vagus)

Plus your baby needs:
• Free neck rotation
• An aligned spine for clear nerve signaling
• A relaxed body to coordinate suck-swallow-breathe

This isn’t just a mouth issue. It’s nervous system function.

Birth—even gentle birth—creates physical stress. Pulling, compression, and twisting can cause imbalances in the upper cervical spine where cranial nerves exit.

When there’s interference at C1, C2, or the occiput, signals to the tongue, jaw, swallowing, and breathing can’t communicate clearly.

Your baby’s tongue may be structurally fine—but if the nerve controlling it isn’t firing well, it won’t function well. A release can’t fix a nerve communication issue.

That’s why some babies don’t improve after tongue-tie procedures—or struggle without a visible tie. The issue isn’t always the mouth. It’s coordination.

Chiropractic care looks at the whole system:
✅ Check tension head to pelvis
✅ Address subluxations
✅ Support cranial nerve function
✅ Encourage full-body relaxation
✅ Promote clear brain-body communication

When the nervous system functions well:
• Tongue moves efficiently
• Jaw opens wide
• Head rotates easily
• Suck-swallow-breathe coordinates
• Body stays relaxed

We’ve seen babies go from painful, stressful feeds to deep, efficient latches after gentle adjustments—not because we “fixed the latch,” but because we supported the system behind it.

Tongue-tie releases address one structure. Chiropractic addresses the system controlling them all.

Struggling with breastfeeding? Consider checking the whole system first. Link in bio for infant assessment.

02/16/2026

If your hormones feel off, here’s where to start:

✔️ Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day
✔️ Stop the all-or-nothing workout cycle
✔️ Manage stress daily (even 5 minutes counts)
✔️ Eat balanced meals — don’t skip
✔️ Stay hydrated
✔️ Support your nervous system

You don’t need a total life overhaul.
You need consistency.

Hormones thrive on rhythm.
Sleep rhythm.
Movement rhythm.
Stress rhythm.

And when your nervous system is regulated, your body can finally shift out of survival mode and into healing mode.

If you’ve been feeling “off,” this is your sign to stop ignoring it.

We offer complimentary consults to assess nervous system function and create a plan that supports long-term balance — not quick fixes.

Your hormones aren’t working against you.
Your body just needs the right support.

02/14/2026

Hormone imbalance isn’t just about estrogen.
It’s not just about progesterone.
And it’s definitely not just about getting older.

It’s about communication.

Your hormones are messengers — but your nervous system is the control center running the entire show.

If the brain and body aren’t communicating clearly, those messages get distorted. And that’s when symptoms start showing up:

• Fatigue
• Brain fog
• Mood swings
• Weight that won’t budge
• PMS or irregular cycles
• Sleep issues

These aren’t random. And they aren’t something you just have to “deal with.”

When we support the nervous system, we support the body’s ability to regulate hormones naturally. That’s where real change begins.

Part 2 is where I share the practical habits you can start today to support hormone balance 👏

Stay tuned.

02/13/2026

"Dear Nervous System,
You've carried me through every hard conversation, sleepless night, heartbreak, and overwhelming day. You've kept my heart beating, my lungs breathing, my body healing, even when I didn't give you the support you deserved.

This year, I want to say thank you and I want to show you some love."

Here are 5 ways to care for your nervous system this month (and every month):
1. Get Adjusted Regularly
Remove the interference. Restore clear communication between your brain and body. Give yourself the foundation for optimal function.

2. Prioritize Deep Sleep
Your nervous system repairs and resets during sleep. 7-9 hours isn't indulgent, it's essential for hormone regulation, mood stability, and healing.

3. Practice Breathwork
Deep, intentional breathing activates your vagus nerve and shifts you out of fight-or-flight mode. Try 4-7-8 breathing: inhale for 4, hold for 7, exhale for 8. Instant reset.

4. Move Your Body Gently
Walking, stretching, yoga—gentle movement signals SAFETY to your nervous system. You don't need intense workouts. You need joyful, consistent movement.

5. Connect with Safe People
Your nervous system co-regulates with others. Hugs, laughter, deep conversations, these tell your brain you're safe. You're wired for connection. Let yourself receive it.

Your nervous system is your lifeline. It controls everything: how you sleep, heal, digest, handle stress, and show up in the world.

This Valentine's Day, instead of just celebrating romantic love, let's celebrate the incredible system that makes it all possible.

Give your nervous system the care it's been begging for.

02/13/2026

Your child's developmental milestones aren't random achievements. They're neurological milestones—and each one requires specific nerve pathways to be functioning properly.

Head control-->Rolling -->Sitting-->Crawling -->Standing -->Walking-->Fine motor skills-->Speech.
Each builds on the last in a precise neurological sequence.

When there's interference in your child's nervous system, development can be delayed, milestones can be skipped, or patterns can form that create challenges down the road.

Birth—even uncomplicated vaginal births—creates physical stress on your baby's delicate spine. Subluxations (stress or imbalances) can interfere with nerve signals for muscle coordination, proprioceptive feedback (body awareness), vestibular function (balance), and motor planning ability.

Your child isn't "behind" or "lazy." They have interference preventing their body from doing what it instinctively knows how to do.

Swipe to see developmental milestones between the age 0 months and 5 years, and how chiropractic care can help with neurological developement.

When your child's nervous system is functioning without interference, their body knows exactly what to do. Motor planning happens automatically, coordination develops naturally and learning feels easier.
We've seen "delayed" children catch up to milestones rapidly once they start getting adjusted. We've seen kids who skipped crawling start crawling after adjustments—even at 18 months—because their nervous system finally had the signals it needed.

📍 Concerned about missed milestones? Torticollis? Skipped crawling? Late walking?

Get their nervous system checked.

Link in bio to book your child's developmental assessment

02/12/2026

Skip the roses.
Book the adjustment.

Because nervous system regulation > flowers.

Real self-care is feeling calm, clear, and connected in your body.
And nothing says “I love you” like helping your body function at its best. ❤️

Tag someone who’d choose an adjustment over roses 👇

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