Wertz Chiropractic

08/07/2026

**We're Hiring! Chiropractic Assistant**

Wertz Chiropractic is looking for a friendly, reliable, and motivated individual to join our team as a **Chiropractic Assistant**.

If you enjoy helping people, staying busy, and working in a positive healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you!

**What we're looking for:**
✅ Friendly and compassionate
✅ Dependable and punctual
✅ Strong communication and customer service skills
✅ Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office
✅ Comfortable using computers (Microsoft Office experience is helpful)
✅ No previous chiropractic or medical office experience required—we will provide training!

**What you'll do:**
You'll be cross-trained in many areas of our office, including:
• Greeting and checking patients in and out
• Scheduling appointments
• Answering phones, texts, and emails
• Assisting with patient therapies
• Maintaining patient records
• Insurance and administrative tasks
• Supporting our providers and helping our office run smoothly each day

**Hours:**
• Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM

**Benefits:**
• Matching IRA retirement plan

If you're looking for a career where you can positively impact others while working alongside a great team, we'd love to meet you!

Please send your resume to:
[email protected]

Feel free to share this post with someone who may be a great fit!

07/28/2026

We are excited to welcome Dr. Jamie Plackett, PT, DPT to Wertz Chiropractic beginning July 30, 2026!

Jamie is an independent pelvic health physical therapist who will be seeing patients at our office on Thursdays. She is dedicated to helping individuals of all genders achieve optimal health and function through personalized, evidence-based care. While she welcomes patients with a wide range of pelvic health concerns, she has a special passion for supporting women through life's transitions, including pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and perimenopause.

Jamie treats a variety of conditions, including:

• Pelvic pain
• Urinary and bowel dysfunction
• Core weakness
• Lumbopelvic and hip disorders
• Pregnancy-related discomfort
• Diastasis recti
• Postpartum rehabilitation
• And many other pelvic health conditions affecting people across the lifespan

Jamie believes healing is about more than treating symptoms. Every person is unique, which is why she develops individualized treatment plans that consider the whole person—not just the diagnosis. Her whole-body approach recognizes the connection between movement, physical health, emotional well-being, stress, and lifestyle, helping patients restore balance physically, mentally, and emotionally.

She is committed to creating a welcoming, supportive environment where every patient feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their healing journey. By combining evidence-based physical therapy with compassionate, individualized care, Jamie partners with each person to reduce pain, restore function, and improve quality of life so they can confidently return to the activities that matter most.

Please join us in welcoming Jamie! We are excited to have her providing pelvic health physical therapy services from our office and know she will be a wonderful resource for our community.

06/24/2026

Understanding the Basics of Chiropractic Care for Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek healthcare, but many people don't fully understand what chiropractic care actually does.

Chiropractic care focuses on restoring proper movement and function to the spine and surrounding joints. When joints aren't moving well, the muscles, ligaments, and nerves around them can become irritated, leading to pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility.

Many patients are surprised to learn that treatment often includes much more than adjustments. Depending on the individual, care may include:

✅ Chiropractic adjustments
✅ Mobility and stretching recommendations
✅ Strengthening exercises
✅ Ergonomic and posture advice
✅ Lifestyle modifications

The goal isn't simply to mask symptoms—it's to help improve function and address underlying mechanical issues contributing to your pain.

If back pain is limiting your ability to work, exercise, sleep, or enjoy life, chiropractic care may be able to help.

📞 Call 217-352-9108 to schedule an appointment.

05/25/2026

We are excited to officially welcome Hannah Burkiett, Licensed Massage Therapist, to the Wertz Chiropractic team beginning May 26th!

At Wertz Chiropractic, we are always looking for ways to help our patients move better, recover faster, and get even better results. Adding therapeutic massage services is another way we can support our patients and provide more complete care.

Hannah brings training in therapeutic massage, kinesiology, sports performance, and soft tissue treatment. She will be helping patients with:

✔ Neck and shoulder tension
✔ Headaches and stress-related tightness
✔ Low back pain and muscle spasms
✔ Recovery and mobility work
✔ General muscle tightness and stiffness

We are now scheduling:

• 15-minute focused therapeutic muscle work sessions
• 30-minute therapeutic massage sessions
• 60 & 90-minute massage appointments

Many patients find that combining therapeutic muscle work with chiropractic adjustments helps them loosen up, move better, and improve how well their adjustments hold.

We would love for you to give Hannah a try and experience the difference for yourself!

Appointments begin May 26th and availability will be limited as we get started.

Call our office, send us a message, or ask our front desk team to reserve your appointment.

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04/16/2026

What Is a Disc Bulge? And How Do You Treat It?

Many people hear the term “disc bulge” on an MRI or X-ray report and immediately worry that something serious is wrong with their spine.

The good news is that disc bulges are very common and often respond well to conservative care.

Your spine contains intervertebral discs, which act like cushions between the bones of your spine. Over time or after injury, a disc can begin to bulge outward beyond its normal boundary.

This can sometimes irritate nearby nerves and cause symptoms such as:

• Low back pain
• Neck pain
• Sciatica or pain down the leg
• Numbness or tingling
• Stiffness with movement

The goal of treatment is reducing pressure on the disc and improving spinal movement.

At Wertz Chiropractic, treatment may include:

✔ Chiropractic adjustments to improve spinal motion
✔ Targeted exercises to strengthen supporting muscles
✔ Posture and ergonomic recommendations
✔ Stretching to relieve tension around the spine
✔ Lifestyle recommendations to prevent further irritation

Many disc bulges improve without surgery, especially when addressed early with the right treatment plan.

If you're experiencing back or neck pain and want to understand what's causing it, we're happy to help.

📍 Wertz Chiropractic
🌐 www.wertzchiro.com

03/05/2026

What Is a Disc Bulge?

Many people hear the term “disc bulge” on an MRI report and immediately worry that something is seriously wrong with their spine. The good news is that many disc bulges can improve with the right care and movement strategies.

Your spine is made up of bones (vertebrae) separated by cushions called discs. These discs act like shock absorbers and allow your spine to move and bend.

A disc bulge happens when a disc pushes outward beyond its normal space. This can irritate nearby nerves and may cause symptoms such as:

✔ Low back pain
✔ Pain that travels into the buttock or leg
✔ Tingling or numbness
✔ Stiffness when bending or sitting

Common Causes

• Repetitive bending or lifting
• Poor posture
• Sports or work injuries
• Degenerative changes over time

How We Help Treat Disc Bulges

At Wertz Chiropractic, treatment may include:

• Chiropractic adjustments to restore spinal movement
• Targeted exercises to improve stability
• Posture and movement coaching
• Soft tissue work to reduce muscle tension
• Lifestyle recommendations to reduce stress on the spine

Most people improve with conservative care and proper rehabilitation.

If you’re dealing with back pain or have been told you have a disc bulge, we can help guide you through the right next steps.

📍 Wertz Chiropractic
🌐 www.wertzchiro.com

📞 Call today to schedule an evaluation

03/03/2026

The Different Types of Back Pain — And What Might Be Causing Yours

Not all back pain is the same.

Understanding what type of back pain you’re dealing with is the first step toward getting the right treatment.

Here are some of the most common types we see at Wertz Chiropractic:

🔹 Muscle Strain
Often caused by lifting, twisting, overuse, or poor posture. Usually feels tight, achy, and sore.

🔹 Herniated or Bulging Disc
Can cause sharp pain, numbness, or tingling — sometimes traveling into the leg (sciatica).

🔹 Arthritis
More common as we age. Often causes stiffness, especially in the morning or after sitting.

🔹 Sciatica
Radiating pain from the low back into the buttock or down the leg due to nerve irritation.

Common Causes of Back Pain:

✔ Poor posture (especially desk work)
✔ Heavy lifting
✔ Sports injuries
✔ Repetitive movements
✔ Degeneration over time

The good news? Most back pain responds very well to the right combination of chiropractic care, movement guidance, and strengthening.

If you're experiencing back pain — don’t ignore it and hope it goes away.

We can help.

📍 Wertz Chiropractic – Champaign, IL
🌐 www.wertzchiro.com

📞 Call today to schedule an evaluation

02/24/2026

Back Pain at Work? Your Desk ERGONOMICS Might Be the Problem.

If you spend 6–8 hours a day at a desk, your back is working overtime — even when you’re sitting still.

The good news? A few small ergonomic changes can make a BIG difference.

✅ Keep your feet flat on the floor
✅ Knees level with or slightly below your hips
✅ Screen at eye level (no looking down!)
✅ Shoulders relaxed, elbows at 90°
✅ Take a standing/stretch break every 30–60 minutes

Poor posture + long sitting hours = tight muscles, spinal stress, and chronic back pain.

If you’re dealing with stiffness, tension, or ongoing discomfort, don’t ignore it. Your body is asking for help.

At Wertz Chiropractic, we help correct the root cause — not just mask the symptoms.

Schedule your visit today:
🌐 www.wertzchiro.com

Your spine was built to move — let’s keep it that way.

02/19/2026

Are You Supporting Your Neck the Right Way at Night?

If you’re a side sleeper, your pillow can either protect your neck… or stress it for 7–8 hours straight.

At Wertz Chiropractic, We are now selling the ALIGNAPILLOW.
My favorite thing about this pillow is that it is Adjustable to fit YOU perfectly! There are 4 layers of foam that you can mix and match to get the perfect fit and support.

It is specifically designed to:

✅ Keep your cervical spine in a neutral position
✅ Fill the space between your head and shoulder
✅ Reduce morning neck pain and stiffness
✅ Improve sleep quality and recovery

When your neck is properly supported, the muscles can relax instead of working all night to hold your head up. That means less tension, fewer headaches, and better overall spinal alignment.

If you wake up with:
• Neck stiffness
• Shoulder tightness
• Headaches
• Numbness/tingling into the arm

Your pillow may be the problem.

At Wertz Chiropractic, we help patients optimize not just their adjustments — but their sleep posture too.

Have questions about whether your pillow is right for you? Send us a message or stop by the office.

📍 Champaign, IL
🌐 www.wertzchiro.com

02/17/2026

At-Home Exercises to Help with Sciatica

Sciatica can feel like sharp, burning, or tingling pain that travels from your low back into your hip or down your leg. The good news? The right movement can help calm it down.

Here are 4 simple exercises you can try at home:

✅ 1. Prone Press-Ups (Extension Bias)
Lie on your stomach and gently press your upper body up while keeping hips on the floor.
→ Helps reduce disc pressure in many cases.

✅ 2. Piriformis Stretch
Cross one ankle over the opposite knee and gently pull the leg toward you.
→ Helpful when the sciatic nerve is irritated by tight glutes.

✅ 3. Standing Lumbar Extensions
Hands on hips, gently lean backward.
→ Great if sitting makes symptoms worse.

✅ 4. Nerve Glides (Flossing)
Seated tall, extend your leg while flexing your foot, then relax.
→ Promotes nerve mobility without overstretching.

⚠️ Important: If pain travels further down the leg or increases, stop and get evaluated. Sciatica is NOT one-size-fits-all.

At Wertz Chiropractic, we identify the true cause of your sciatic pain and create a personalized plan to get you moving comfortably again.

📍 Champaign, IL
🌐 www.wertzchiro.com

📞 (217) 352-9108

If you’re dealing with sciatica, send us a message — we’re here to help.