Long road trips, crowded planes, heavy boxes of décor, and schedules so busy the Energizer bunny would need a nap all come along with the holiday season, not to mention short days and full bellies from all those tasty treats. Along with all the fun often comes tension headaches, stiff movement, and poor sleep. This is what makes January such a great time for a good reset, and Pro Chiropractic is here to help! With over 1,200 5-star reviews, Pro Chiropractic is the Gallatin Valley’s prime spot to help support your New Year’s resolutions (and recovery). If you’re dealing with post-holiday aches and pains and looking for a trusted local chiropractor, Pro Chiropractic helps active people across Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley reset, recover, and move better in the new year.
Common Causes of Post-Holiday Back & Neck Pain
- Travel – compromised posture, limited movement, and stress can lead to stiffness, sore spots, and increased general strain on your body.
- Holiday fun – climbing ladders to hang lights, sleeping in new beds, and one too many cookies can create a sluggish feeling and make it hard to reach activity goals.
- Winter weather – slippery roads, biting cold, and heavy shovels full of snow create a perfect recipe for a body riddled with aches and pains.
- Ski/Snowboard – low base conditions, icy groomers, and long drives to find the best snow (or any snow) can lead to amplified wear and tear after a day on the mountain, both on your gear and your body.
Why Ignoring Post-Holiday Pain Now Can Make It Worse
Even a minor tweak in January can easily turn into a chronic issue by spring runoff. Joint restriction and muscular imbalance have a way of snowballing and becoming a bigger problem when left untreated, as your body must “find” a way to remain functional despite the unaddressed dysfunction. At Pro Chiropractic, all treatments are backed by decades of combined experience, advanced training, and research to help keep active people active in the Gallatin Valley.
Those stubborn headaches? Often caused by compensation for joint restriction in the upper neck. Low back catches and pinches when taking your shoes off? Frequently tied to imbalance in the muscles that hold you upright all day. Don’t work through the discomfort and put it off for a “better time”—you don’t have to! Through movement-based chiropractic care, we can get you
moving without that nagging pain today.
How Chiropractic Care Delivers Your Ultimate January Reset
Modern chiropractic treatment restores mobility to problematic joints and can quickly bring relief. Chiropractic care is ideal due to its non-invasive nature and the ability to address issues at the root, rather than only addressing symptoms. While not every chiropractic clinic is created equal, evidence informed (and efficient) treatment plans, advanced diagnostic procedures, and
availability for new and existing patients make Pro Chiropractic the best option in the Gallatin Valley to help you achieve the goals you are working towards. Aside from spinal and extraspinal adjustments, Pro Chiropractic offers many other modalities including:
- Shockwave Therapy
- Pulsed Electromagnetic Frequency (PEMF) Treatments
- Dry Needling Therapy
- Cupping Myofascial Decompression Therapy
- Graston Technique Soft Tissue Manipulation
- Active Release Technique
Each of these treatment options provides a targeted therapy that can be applied both in the spine and back as well as throughout the rest of the body. With the combination of chiropractic adjustments and physiotherapy, we can effectively and efficiently treat conditions ranging from low back pain to chronic headaches to plantar fasciitis, and everything in between.
Post-Holiday Pain & Chiropractic Care: Common Questions
Can chiropractic care help post-holiday back and neck pain?
Yes. Chiropractic care helps restore joint mobility, reduce muscle tension, and address movement imbalances that commonly develop after travel, prolonged sitting, and winter activities.
Is chiropractic care safe for headaches and stiffness?
When delivered by trained providers, chiropractic care is a safe, non-invasive option for managing tension headaches, neck stiffness, and postural strain.
When should I see a chiropractor after the holidays?
January is an ideal time to address pain early, before minor issues turn into chronic problems later in the year.
What to do in the meantime?
Here are some simple, gentle activities to ease into your routine and provide a solid starting point: chin tucks, cat/cow mobility exercises, and frequent stretching.
Don’t guess on proper form—we’ve got free video demonstrations of all these, and tons more tips, right the Pro Chiropractic YouTube channel and social media (Instagram, Facebook, etc.).
Check them out today for easy-to-follow visuals so you can move safely and effectively while you wait for your appointment!
To compliment your in-office treatment, you can also expect instructions for “homework,” activities that you can do at home to help expedite recovery and keep you involved in your own care plan. Whether your goal is to kick that 3-day headache or work up to your first marathon this summer, your treatment in our clinic will be targeted and tailored to you specifically. With a team of highly trained and passionate doctors and the friendliest staff in the valley on your side your first visit becomes your first step to achieving that goal.
After you schedule that first appointment, check out our Pro Chiro social media and YouTube page, there are lots of tools to help get you started on your journey to move and feel better!
Wrapping it up
Don’t let the post-holiday blues hold you back any longer, right now is the perfect time to hit reset. Start the year off right feeling balanced, energized, and ready for the next adventure Montana has to offer! Address those sore spots, compensation patterns, and imbalances today to move better tomorrow.
At Pro Chiropractic, our team of expert doctors and staff is ready to help you achieve lasting relief. With our expanding Bozeman chiropractic team now including Dr. Hickam and Dr. Saltzman alongside our seasoned doctors, we’re even better equipped to help you get back to feeling your best, quickly. Don’t take our word for it, with 1200+ 5-star reviews, you can make Pro Chiropractic your provider for this new year and the years to follow with confidence!
Ready to ditch those aches and pains? Schedule today at the Pro Chiropractic New Patient Page or by calling (406) 219-2462. We have convenient hours and locations to best serve you – your pain-free year starts now!