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Hancock Chiropractic Center

At Hancock Chiropractic we help you get out of pain and back to living. Our chiropractic and spinal

Located in the heart of Paris, IL, Dr. John Hancock and the team at Hancock Chiropractic Center are dedicated to helping you and your family achieve your wellness objectives -- combining skill and expertise that spans the entire chiropractic wellness spectrum. From infant to adult, our services include:
--Chiropractic (Relief and Wellness Care)
--Onsite digital X-rays
--Spinal decompression
--Nutritional supplements
--Wellness products

We have successfully helped our patients overcome challenging conditions and symptoms including:
--Sports injuries (including elbow, shoulder, knee and other joint pain)
--Jaw pain
--Headaches & migraines
--Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
--Back pain
--Sciatica
--Hip pain
--Heel and foot pain
--And many more

If you’ve been living with pain and symptoms and have tried everything to find relief, make Hancock Chiropractic Center your next (and last) call. We specialize in difficult cases and will do what it takes to get you out of pain and into wellness as quickly as possible. Hancock Chiropractic Center...Committed to bringing you better health and a better way of life.

04/06/2026

Short on time? Try Exercise Snacks! ⏱️💪

These are tiny bursts of activity (2–5 minutes, a few times a day) that can boost your strength and energy. Simple moves like stair climbs, bodyweight squats, or marching in place add up over the day.

Research shows that even short, frequent activity improves overall fitness and health. ✅

Check out our infographic for more tips on fitting exercise snacks into your day, and start moving! https://chiroup.short.gy/S8EwsN

04/03/2026

Symptoms radiating into arms or legs? 👋⚡

You might be wondering how chiropractic care can help. Research shows spinal adjustments can reduce stress on the spinal discs by up to 77%.

Less stress on the disc means less irritation of the nerve and potentially fewer radiating symptoms.

Call our clinic to schedule an appointment if pain, numbness, or tingling is bothering you.

Source: Lin XM, et al. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies. January 2026.

04/02/2026

Shoulder pain when reaching overhead? Your upper back might be part of the problem 👀

Many people focus only on the shoulder, but research shows the upper back plays an important role in how the shoulder moves.

In one study, people who added upper back exercises to shoulder rehab showed greater improvements in pain and strength than those who did shoulder exercises alone.

Our clinic can help. Watch this video for more information on what we can do for shoulder pain. 🎥 https://youtu.be/ktLPQJ0SHoE

Altaş EU. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. 2026.

04/01/2026

Starting to run outside again this spring? 🏃‍♂️🌷

Achilles tendon pain is one of the most common running injuries, especially when mileage increases too quickly.

A few simple tips to help reduce your risk:
✅ Increase your running gradually
✅ Limit mileage increases to 10% per week
✅ Add calf raises to strengthen the lower leg
✅ Pay attention to early soreness and back off if needed

Check out this infographic for more tips: https://chiroup.short.gy/fPuRpR

Source: Jandacka D, et al. British Journal of Sports Medicine. February 2026.

03/31/2026

🤕 Struggling with headaches that won’t go away? If neck tension is the cause, over-the-counter meds might only give temporary relief.

A recent study compared various treatments and found that non-drug approaches, specifically those combining hands-on chiropractic care with active lifestyle strategies, were the most effective at reducing pain intensity and frequency.🏃‍♂️💆‍♀️

💡 The Takeaway: Simply masking the pain doesn’t fix the root cause. Treating your neck and improving overall movement works better!

Call our office today to get a personalized plan that looks at your whole health, from spinal mobility to muscle function.

Source: Koonalinthip N, et al. European Journal of Pain. February 2026.

03/30/2026

🏋️‍♂️ Strength training can be safe and beneficial for young adults when done the right way.

With proper guidance, good technique, and smart progressions, lifting can help build strength, support overall health, and reduce injury risk. The key is focusing on form, gradual increases, and enough recovery time.

Starting slow and learning the basics sets the foundation for long-term success, not just quick gains.

👉 Check out this infographic for safe lifting guidelines and tips to build strength the smart way. https://chiroup.short.gy/Il1P5z

03/27/2026

Have you tried every chair and desk setup but still dealing with low back pain?

It might not be just your posture or workstation. A recent study found that fatigue, poor sleep, anxiety, and nighttime pain were also strongly linked to how disruptive low back pain feels. 😴

Managing back pain at work goes beyond ergonomics. Your energy, sleep quality, stress, and daily pain patterns all play a big role. ⚡

Source: Sari F., et al. WORK. April 2024.

03/26/2026

🦶 Not all heel pain is the same.

Many people assume heel pain automatically means plantar fasciitis, but that’s not always the case. Different types of heel pain can feel similar, yet come from very different causes.

Why does this matter? Because the right treatment depends on the right diagnosis. What helps one type of heel pain may not help another at all.

👉 Check out this infographic to learn the key differences and see what might be driving your heel pain. https://chiroup.short.gy/wnvDUb

03/25/2026

🤯 What if your back pain isn’t caused by “tight” muscles?

We’ve all been there, your back hurts, so you try to stretch it out. But if stretching isn’t giving lasting relief, there’s a reason.

A recent study found that people with chronic low back pain had less stiffness in a deep back muscle, the quadratus lumborum, than those without pain.

Pain doesn’t always mean a muscle is too tight. Often, the muscle is underactive or does not adequately support your spine. Stretching a muscle that’s already loose or weak could make things worse.

At our clinic, we look beyond the “tight” feeling to see what’s really happening. Sometimes the solution isn’t more stretching, it’s more stability and targeted strength. 💪

Call our office today to schedule an appointment!

Source: López-Redondo M, et al. European Spine Journal. July 2025.

03/24/2026

🌀 Is your neck pain changing the way you walk?

It might sound strange, but your neck plays a big role in your balance and coordination.

Research shows that people with chronic neck pain often exhibit greater variability in their walking patterns, especially when multitasking or turning their heads. Your nervous system has to work harder just to keep you steady.

When your neck is stiff or painful, it sends “fuzzy” signals to your brain, making movement feel less smooth and less confident. By improving neck function, we help your nervous system communicate better so you can move with ease.

Do you ever feel slightly off balance when your neck flares up? Watch this video to learn more about what we can do to help! https://youtu.be/05LZ9CuS5r4

Source: Burton W, et al. Gait & Posture. September 2025.

03/23/2026

😬 Do you experience jaw clicking, facial tension, or “mysterious” headaches? You may have been told to use a mouthguard, but that’s often just one piece of the puzzle.

Recent studies show that non-invasive care, including hands-on treatment and exercises, can be very effective for reducing orofacial pain. Your jaw and upper neck work together as a single system, so treating just the jaw might miss the root cause.

A thorough assessment of neck movement and muscle coordination can guide much more effective care. Book an appointment with us today, and we’ll help you find lasting relief from tension and discomfort!

Source: Pelai EB, et al. Disability and Rehabilitation. September 2025.

03/20/2026

🏃‍♂️ Can running really help chronic low back pain?

A recent study says yes, especially for the mental side of pain. Adults with chronic low back pain who did a gradual run–walk program for 12 weeks saw improvements in mood, stress, and how much they worried about their pain. They were less likely to expect the worst, even if anxiety itself didn’t change much. 🧠

The takeaway: movement like running may help change how pain is experienced, not just how the back feels physically.

Check out this infographic for more on healthy running! https://chiroup.short.gy/fPuRpR

Source: Wittchen PJ, et al. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. August 2025 Aug 8. Link

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502 S Main Street
Paris, IL
61944

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Monday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm

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http://www.hancockchiro.com/

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