Align Wellness Center is a chiropractic channel providing the best chiropractic care, posture correction, chiropractic therapy, massage therapy and rehab in the Chicago area, focusing in Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Northfield and Glenview. We are one of the few offices in the area to specialize in advanced post-graduate technique known as Chiropractic BioPhysics, or CBP.
On this channel we upload weekly chiropractic videos focusing on a healthy lifestyle, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, full body alignment, maintaining spinal health, and other wellness tips. Dr. Gregg Gerstin a professional chiropractor in Northbrook, Illinois that understands the ins and outs of chiropractic and the nerves in the body. So, if you’re looking to start living healthy, a chiropractic back pain treatment plan, or just general health tips from a chiropractic this is the health advice channel for you!
Subscribe now and turn on notifications so you don’t miss any of our chiropractor videos.
Align Wellness Center
Did you know that dizziness isn't always an inner ear issue? 🌀
Vertigo can actually stem from your neck—a condition known as Cervicogenic Vertigo. The joints in your upper neck are packed with nerve receptors called proprioceptors that tell your brain where your head is in space. If these joints are misaligned or restricted, they send conflicting signals to your brain, creating a false sensation of spinning or imbalance.
If you've struggled with unexplained dizziness, your neck alignment might be the missing piece of the puzzle!
See More: alignwc.com/services/vertigo-treatment/
8 hours ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
Did you know that chiropractic care can support a mother's body through pregnancy and help kids thrive as they grow? 🍼👶
1 day ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
Let's talk about Sciatica. When a joint or disc in your lower back shifts even a fraction of a millimeter, it can pinch the delicate sciatic nerve roots.
The wildest part? A pinched nerve in your lower back can cause pain, numbness, or weakness all the way down in your calf or foot! Your nervous system is like an electrical grid—if there is a storm at the power plant, the lights can flicker miles away.
If you've been doing glute stretches with zero relief, the root issue is likely your spine, not your leg muscles! 💡
2 days ago | [YT] | 1
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
Do you ever wake up first thing in the morning with a dull, nagging headache? 🧠⚡
3 days ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads, grandpas, and father figures in our Northbrook community! 👨👦👑
Dads are famous for carrying a lot on their shoulders—both figuratively and literally! Today is all about celebrating them, but it's also a great reminder to make sure they are taking care of their physical health. Pushing through chronic back stiffness or old injuries shouldn't just be "part of getting older."
Make sure the dads in your life take a moment to kick back, relax, and rest their backs today. Drop a comment below wishing your favorite dad a Happy Father's Day! 👇❤️
4 days ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
Carrying a heavy bag or purse on the same shoulder every weekend forces your spine to lean to one side to compensate, throwing off your neck and shoulder alignment.
Quick Tip: Try to switch shoulders every 10–15 minutes, or better yet, opt for a backpack to distribute the weight evenly across both shoulders. Your spine will thank you!
5 days ago | [YT] | 3
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
Many people in our community deal with Neuropathy—that frustrating numbness, burning, or pins-and-needles sensation that travels from the waist down to the feet.
It can severely limit mobility and steal your quality of life. The good news? Advanced, non-invasive options like SoftWave Therapy utilize acoustic waves to jumpstart cellular healing and lower nerve discomfort without invasive procedures.
If you or a loved one are navigating nerve issues, remember that there are non-invasive ways to help the body heal. Have a beautiful weekend! ☀️
See More: alignwc.com/services/neuropathy-treatment-in-north…
6 days ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
As we wrap up June, let's talk about the shock absorbers of your spine: your spinal discs.
These discs are mostly made of water. Throughout the day, gravity gently squeezes water out of them (which is why you are technically a tiny bit shorter at night than in the morning!). When discs become compressed or herniated, they lose their ability to rehydrate, leading to chronic pain.
This is why Disc Decompression Therapy is so powerful—it gently stretches the spine, creating a negative pressure "vacuum" that draws nutrients and fluids back into the disc to help it heal naturally. Remember to drink plenty of water today to keep your discs happy!
See More: alignwc.com/services/disc-decompression-therapy/
1 week ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
Happy Thursday, Align Community! 👋 Today we wanted to highlight Chiropractic BioPhysics® (CBP).
alignwc.com/services/chiropractic-biophysics/
While standard chiropractic care is excellent for pain relief and joint mobility, CBP goes a step further by focusing on structural spinal remodeling. Think of it like orthodontics for your spine! It combines adjustments with structural exercises and spinal traction to mirror-image your posture back into its healthy, natural curves.
Have you ever tried structural posture correction before? Let us know in the comments! 👇
1 week ago | [YT] | 0
View 0 replies
Align Wellness Center
Let’s do a mid-week check-in, Northbrook Illinois! When you look at yourself in a mirror or a window from the side, what's the first thing you notice about your posture? 🪞
1 week ago | [YT] | 1
View 1 reply
Load more