Unfried Chiropractic and Active Release Technique Clinic/Wellness Center

01/05/2026

Today I just to wish everyone a Happy and Healthy New Year! To many, new year means new resolutions, newer healthy habits. To many, this means exercising. The biggest problem that happens is that people/patients might "jump" into quick or try something that there muscles and joints are not ready to handle. This can lead to prolonged soreness or even an injury. This is one of the main reasons people stop their jump into fitness. If you have prolonged soreness (more then 4 days) or pain, don't stop your fitness/healthy new year. Set up an appointment and keep the pain away. Remember, Unfried Chiropractic treats everything from head to toe, headaches to plantar fasciitis and everything in between. Call the office today at 618-558-2429 or schedule online at

Unfried Chiropractic specializes in Active Release Technqiue and bringing you back to your body's full healing potential. Located in Southern IL.

12/15/2025

Today I wanted to talk about head and neck pain, especially with the dreaded headache. Headaches are one of the most commonly treated symptoms at the office. Some people suffer from them more than others. Let's be clear though, HEADACHES ARE NOT NORMAL!!!!
Think of it like your check engine light coming on and letting you know something is wrong. It could be something simple like dehydration or it could be very complex and involve many different systems and structures.
The good news is that most headaches can be helped with Chiropractic and Active Release Technique (ART) therapy. If you or someone you know is dealing with headaches, give us a call today to set up a complimentary consultation and demonstration of ART. Experience how ART makes the difference in chiropractic care here at Unfried Chiropractic and Wellness Center.
618-558-2429 or www.unfriedchiropractic.com

12/08/2025

Today I am going to be talking about the shoulder and the many different presentations of pain and what your ailment could be. The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the human body. Increased range of motion means that the joint is more susceptible to injury. There are tendons, ligament, bursas, and multiple joints involved with the shoulder itself. Active Release Technique (ART), my specialized soft tissue therapy, is done as a diagnostic and a treatment tool when treating shoulder pain patients. If you have had shoulder issues that haven't gone away, give us a call today so we can get you in this week 618-558-2429, or go to www.unfriedchiropractic.com and schedule your appointment.

10/27/2025

Today I am going to be talking about the posterior leg and some of the bigger nerves that can cause a world hurt on a patient.
Right off the bat let's talk about the one everyone knows, which is the Sciatic nerve ( also known as the Tibial Nerve). This nerve is huge ( about as big as your thumb) and goes all the way down to your foot. That is where you will find someone's pain pattern. This nerve can also cause muscle weakness, often patients have trouble bearing weight and standing straight.
Next is the Posterior Femoral nerve. I feel like this nerve is often placed into the sciatic nerve region. Symptoms of this nerve entrapment or irritation are pain that goes down the back of the leg to the knee.... but not past it. Often pain and/or a hypersensitivity sensation is described.
Lastly, are the Gluteal nerves (or Cluneal Nerves). These nerves are separated by superior and inferior. Symptoms mostly stay high up in the leg, focusing on the actual Glutes and Hip (butt cheek) at times the pain will wrap around to the side of the hip, almost to the front.
Once I know your pain pattern, I will get a better idea on how and where to treat your pain with Active Release and Chiropractic adjustments. Many of the muscles in the hip can affect each one of these nerves or unluckily can cause trouble on all of them. If you or someone you know is suffering from issues like this, give the office a call at 618-558-2429 or go to www.unfriedchiropractic.com and schedule an appointment.

09/22/2025

Today I am going to be talking about the Iliotibial band or what is known as the IT Band. This muscle can cause a number of problems in the body. The IT Band can cause hip and knee pain and sometimes in prolonged conditions, can even cause Lower back pain. The most common injury I see from this muscle is runners knee and runners hip. You do not have to be a runner to suffer from hip or knee pain. Sitting improperly can cause the IT Band to become under immense tension. The IT Band sits on top of one of the Quad muscles. This interaction ( the muscles do the opposite motions) with each other can cause friction to built up and inflammation to set in, causing tendinitis or bursitis. If you or someone you know is suffering from hip or knee pain and no longer can enjoy their life, give us a call and lets get back on the road of healing. 618-558-2429 or schedule online at unfriedchiropractic.com

07/28/2025

Today I am going to be talking about the Facet joints in the spine. Each vertebrae has 4 facet joints located on them: 2 superior and 2 inferior. The facet joints run the entire length of the spine. From the upper neck all the way down to the belt line. The job of these joint are to help the smooth motion in all 3 planes of motion that the spine is capable of performing. When these joints become inflamed and irritated, the pain can range from local dull aches to severe sharp radiating pain that can be diffuse and wide spread across a large region of the body. Over time, long term pain and irritation will cause wear and tear on the joints. This is called osteoarthritis, and chiropractors see and treat this every day successfully. This is something that is very common in todays society and something that chiropractic care can take care of successfully. If you or someone you know has been suffering from any of these issues, give us a try, you'll be surprised at the results. Many patients report same day relief. 618-558-2429 or visit www.unfriedchiropractic.com and schedule a new patient visit.

06/23/2025

Today I am going to be talking about spinal pain. This could include lower back all the way up to the back of the head. The spine is made of 24 movable bones called vertebrae and then 5 fused vertebrae called the sacrum. There are also over 600 muscles in the human body. Some of these muscles help control, move and support your spine. Studies have shown that 90% of the population experiences back/spine pain in their lifetime. Unfortunately, some have this pain more frequently than others.
Have you tried Chiropractic care? I hope if you did, it worked for you. If it didn't, maybe you were missing something in your treatment protocol. You might be missing Active Release Technique (ART) from your treatment. ART is unique on how it addresses your pain symptoms. Before any chiropractic adjustments happen, Dr. Unfried works on the muscular system in helping increase range of motion and blood flow to the targeted muscle.
When combining the 2 treatments together, you can get the best of both worlds. These techniques address the muscular and the joint component of an injury. If you or someone you know has been struggling with pain or discomfort, call the office today to schedule an appointment 618-558-2429 or go to www.unfriedchiropractic.com and setup your apt online.

05/30/2025

Dr. Unfried will be out of the office from May 30th to June 8th. Clinic hours resume June 9th. Go to Www.unfriedchiropractic.com to schedule your online apt. Thank you

05/19/2025

I wanted to talk today about these stretch "clinics" or "classes". I think most of us know that stretching is an important part of being physically active.
Most of what you would get at one of these facilities would probably be a static hold or a stretch till you feel it. In some instances, stretching can produce pain and even cause further injury when doing the therapy. This is why education is important when picking your therapist when preforming these therapies.
There are over 600 muscles and each one of those has a specific attachment as well as a specific movement involved to it. That is why Active Release Technique is so important. We learn how the structure moves, what the structure controls and/or how the structure interferes with its surroundings.
If you or someone you know would like more information on this specialize therapy call or text the office at 618-558-2429 or go to www.unfriedchiropractic.com

05/09/2025

Last weekend, I was able to attend another recertification course through the Active Release Technique Continued Education platform. This is so important when it comes to health and treating injuries because we are continuing learning about the human body and how it functions and heals. This weekend was focused on the upper extremity; there were good clinical gems and notes that I apply every single day in my practice. I also got to meet and demonstrate the technique on the Doctor who actually created and who is continuing to develop the therapy. I am always greatful that I get to learn more every year.... Side note, my youngest asked me " Why do you have to go to school.... I thought you were done?"

04/09/2025

The month of April brings me the feeling of achievement and gratitude. This month is the Anniversary of my graduation back in 2011 and in 2017 of opening Unfried Chiropractic and Wellness Center.
I want to thank all of my patients (current and previous) that have entrusted me with their health and to let me be part of their health journey. I love what I do, and I hope that my patients know that about me. I can't believe that it has been 14 years of practice, Here's to another 20.
I can't believe time has gone by so fast. Going all the way back to 2004, there has been someone by my side helping and encouraging me to follow what I wanted to become. I know without her; I wouldn't be where I would be right now. She got me out of my shell, and she actually took me to my first Chiropractic visit. Thank you so much Stacey, I love you and can't and don't want to imagine my life without you.

03/24/2025

Today I am going to be talking about the Achilles tendon. There are 2 muscle that make up the tendon: the soleus and the gastrocnemius. The Achilles tendon has a lot of influence on the entire body, the major reason is what I call Compensatory pain. If a muscle cannot perform its task or job, the body finds ways to make it happen. A tight or injured tendon can apply a lot of tension to the knee and the ankle/foot. The most common issue that I see and treat in the office is Plantar Fasciitis. Whenever you change the way you walk, very soon you will start feeling the effects. Don't let a calf or an ankle problem be the cause of a whole body of hurt, call today and set up an appointment. 618-558-2429 or visit our website at unfriedchiropractic.com