Denali Injury and Spine Center

05/29/2026

After an especially rough winter, many people have one thing on their minds as spring arrives and the weather gets warmer—the start of gardening season! In the U.S., gardening is one of the most popular pastimes. More than 80% of households participate, spending around $50 billion on lawn and garden products. However, after a sedentary winter, some bodies might not be ready for all the bending, twisting, and reaching that comes with planting bulbs, pulling weeds, and trimming bushes...

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After an especially rough winter, many people have one thing on their minds as spring arrives and the weather gets warmer—the start of gardening season! In the U.S., gardening is one of the most popular pastimes. More than 80% of households participate, spending around $50 billion on lawn and gard...

05/26/2026

You’ve decided to visit a doctor of chiropractic, but you’re not quite sure what to expect. Like other healthcare practitioners, chiropractors will begin by trying to gather as much information as possible about your condition in order to formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan

Following is more detail on what to expect and the type of information you may be asked to share with your chiropractor. To start, your first visit will typically include...

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This October, the American Chiropractic Association and doctors of chiropractic nationwide are celebrating National Chiropractic Health Month with the theme, “Get Started with Chiropractic,” promoting the benefits of non-drug pain management. Learn more here and follow the conversation online w...

05/25/2026

Home of the free because of the brave. 🇺🇸

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we honor those who served and sacrificed.

05/25/2026

✨ Memorial Day Office Closure ✨

Our office will be closed today, Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.

We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 26th at 9 AM.

Wishing all of our patients a safe and happy holiday as we honor and remember those who served. ❤️🤍💙

📍6711 Debarr Rd
📞 (907) 333‑6525
🌐 Schedule or learn more at discak.com

05/22/2026

Neck pain is estimated to affect approximately 30–50% of the adult population in the United States each year, making it second only to low back pain as a primary reason patients seek chiropractic care. The goal of chiropractic care for neck pain is to help restore normal joint motion and function in the cervical spine, a process that is often a collaborative effort between care delivered during office visits and self-care performed by the patient between visits.

Read more: https://chiro-trust.org/neck-pain/in-office-and-at-home-neck-pain-management/

Neck pain is estimated to affect approximately 30–50% of the adult population in the United States each year, making it second only to low back pain as a primary reason patients seek chiropractic care. The

05/19/2026

Lumbar disk herniation occurs when one of the cushioning disks between the bones in the lower back becomes damaged, allowing the soft inner material to push outward. A disk herniation itself may not cause symptoms, and studies show that many adults have positive findings on MRI without pain. However, when a herniated disk irritates nearby nerves, it can lead to localized low back pain and/or symptoms like sharp, shooting pain into the leg. Traditionally, pain and disability related to lumbar disk herniation have been attributed primarily to nerve compression. However, more recent research suggests a more complex picture—one in which the nervous system, including the brain, plays an important role in ongoing pain...

Learn more: https://chiro-trust.org/back-pain/rethinking-pain-from-lumbar-disk-herniation/

Lumbar disk herniation occurs when one of the cushioning disks between the bones in the lower back becomes damaged, allowing the soft inner material to push outward. A disk herniation itself may not cause symptoms,

05/15/2026

A chiropractor may help relieve your neck pain, but it’s essential to talk with a doctor about the possible risks and benefits. Like all types of pain, neck pain and stiffness can significantly affect your quality of life by making it harder to drive, work, exercise, and perform everyday tasks. If you’ve been experiencing neck pain, you might be curious whether a chiropractor could help. Keep reading to learn more.

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While there are risks, studies have shown that chiropractic adjustments may relieve neck pain and stiffness. Let's look deeper.

05/12/2026

🎉 Updated Chiropractic Business Hours 🎉

We’re excited to share our updated chiropractic hours at Denali Injury & Spine Center:

🕘 Monday–Thursday: 9 AM–12 PM, 2 PM–6 PM

🕘 Friday: 9 AM–1 PM

Please note for our current patients: This schedule change does not apply to our massage therapy appointments. Massage sessions will continue on their regular schedule.

Thank you for trusting us with your care and for being a valued part of our Denali family. We truly appreciate the opportunity to support your health and recovery journey!

📍 6711 Debarr Rd
📞 (907) 333‑6525
🌐 Schedule or learn more: discak.com

05/11/2026

Statistically, up to 20% of adults experience frequent headaches, with approximately 1–4% reporting headaches on more than 15 days per month. While there are many types of headaches—and within each subtype, multiple underlying causes and triggers—research suggests that musculoskeletal factors can contribute to certain headache presentations. What would a doctor of chiropractic look for during the initial visits to determine whether a course of chiropractic care could benefit the headache sufferer?...

Read more: https://chiro-trust.org/headaches/chiropractic-care-for-headache-relief-2/

Statistically, up to 20% of adults experience frequent headaches, with approximately 1–4% reporting headaches on more than 15 days per month. While there are many types of headaches—and within each subtype, multiple underlying causes and

05/08/2026

Since their introduction and rapid adoption in the mid-2000s, smartphones have become an integral part of daily life—not only by consolidating multiple technologies into a single device, but also by helping us stay connected with family, friends, clients, and colleagues. However, alongside these benefits, a growing body of evidence points to significant downsides. Excessive smartphone use has been linked to poorer mental health—particularly among teens and young adults—and may also negatively affect physical health...

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Since their introduction and rapid adoption in the mid-2000s, smartphones have become an integral part of daily life—not only by consolidating multiple technologies into a single device, but also by helping us stay connected with