Pleasant Hill Chiropractic

04/22/2026

Is Your Knee Pain Actually Coming from Your Back?

Do you have front thigh pain, knee pain, or numbness that seems to move? It might not be a knee injury!

Pain in the front of the thigh and knee is often a sign of irritation at the L3 spinal nerve root in your lower back.

The L3 nerve root is responsible for the middle/lower section of the low back, the front of the thigh and the inner part of the knee.

If your L3 nerve is compressed, you might feel:
⚡ Pain or numbness on top of the thigh/knee.
⚡ Weakness in the quadriceps (making it harder to climb stairs or stand up).
⚡ Pain that is worse with walking or standing for long periods.

We don't just treat the knee; we treat the nerve source. Through spinal adjustments and targeted exercises, we can help reduce the pressure on that nerve root and resolve the pain in your leg.

Think your leg pain might be a back issue? Let’s get it checked!

04/05/2026

04/01/2026

Is it just us, or does everyone else feel that thunderstorm in their knees/back? 😫⛈️

It’s "Barometric Pressure" season! If you are feeling stiff, achy, or suffering from headache pain due to the dropping pressure, a quick, targeted adjustment can make a world of difference.

03/25/2026

Is your back ready for gardening season? 🌻🧤
The first few weeks of spring cleaning and yard work can be tough on the body. Before you lift that heavy bag of mulch or spend hours weeding, make sure your spine is aligned!
Chiropractic care helps:
🌿 Keep joints flexible
🌿 Prevent injury
🌿 Reduce stiffness
Let us help you stay active and pain-free this spring!

03/18/2026

🎳Did you know your head weighs about 10–12 lbs—roughly the same as a bowling ball?
Forward head posture from looking down at your phone or computer makes that weight feel like 30, 40, or even 60 lbs to your neck muscles! This can cause chronic neck & shoulder pain and tension headaches.

Chiropractic care can help correct this!

03/11/2026

Are you guilty of the "laptop slouch"? 🖥️ That persistent ache between your shoulder blades is likely your body screaming for better ergonomics. Remember: Screen at eye level, shoulders relaxed, and take a break every hour to move!

03/04/2026

📱 Is your phone causing you pain?

"Tech Neck" is real! Constantly looking down at your phone can put a lot of pressure on your neck and spine. If you are experiencing stiffness, headaches, or shoulder tension, chiropractic care can help align your spine and restore your range of motion.

✨ Quick Tip: Bring your phone up to eye level, and take a break every 30 minutes to stretch!

02/05/2026

Love your results? We'd love your referrals 🩷
If you know someone struggling with pain, stress, or movement issues, please share our name. We truly appreciate your trust and support!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🎉✨
Wishing you a 2026 filled with health, joy, and perfect alignment from the inside out.

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays from our family to yours!
Thank you for trusting us with your health. Wishing you joy and wellness!

11/27/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Pleasant Hill Chiropractic! 🧡

We’re truly thankful for YOU — our amazing patients who trust us with your health and spines every day.

Thanks for the smiles, stories, and letting us help you move better and live pain-free. You make what we do so rewarding!

Wishing you a joyful day full of family, feast, and zero back pain at the table! 🥧 (Need us after all that turkey? We’ve got you 😉)

From our family to yours — Happy Thanksgiving!

🦃🍁

11/19/2025

🌧️ Dreary weather flaring your aches?

Dropping pressure + cold/damp = swollen joints, tight muscles, more pain.

Quick fixes:
1. Move every hour (even 2-min stretches)
2. Stay warm & hydrated
3. Get adjusted — chiropractic keeps you resilient

Don’t let the gloom win. Feel better now. 💪

Who else feels the rain in their spine? 🌧️👇