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Doctor Scott Stiffey is a chiropractor at Pro Active Chiropractic Center - Columbia in Columbia, MO.

10/27/2026

🦵 KNEE PAIN DOESN'T HAVE TO CONTROL EVERY ACTIVITY YOU ENJOY!

Does your knee make it harder to:

✅ Walk longer distances?
✅ Go up and down stairs?
✅ Get out of a chair comfortably?
✅ Golf, exercise, or enjoy outdoor activities?
✅ Keep up with your family?

At Pro Active Chiropractic Center, we offer a conservative approach to knee problems through our Knee Restoration Program.

One of the technologies we use is the Knee on Trac by Ergo-Flex.

This specialized equipment applies gentle, controlled traction to the knee joint. It is a noninvasive option that may help selected patients manage knee discomfort and improve function.

But here's what makes our approach different:

We don't believe in treating everyone exactly the same.

We look at your knee, how you move, your health history, and your goals before recommending a treatment plan.

Your goal isn't just to have less knee discomfort. It's to get back to doing the things you enjoy!

📍 Pro Active Chiropractic Center
219 S. Main St., Palmyra, MO

📞 573-769-2400

🌐 www.drscottstiffey.com/schedule

Schedule a Knee Restoration Consultation and find out whether this approach may be right for you.

10/22/2026

15 YEARS OF SPINAL DECOMPRESSION EXPERIENCE!

Are you dealing with stubborn back pain, sciatica, or a disc problem that just doesn't seem to improve?

One thing I've learned in over 25 years as a chiropractor is that not every back problem is the same—and not every patient needs the same treatment.

For the past 15 years, I've used spinal decompression as one of the conservative treatment options available in my office.

Spinal decompression uses controlled, gentle pulling forces designed to reduce mechanical loading on certain areas of the spine.

For some patients, it may be an option worth considering as part of a broader treatment plan.

But here's what I believe is most important:

The first step isn't treatment. It's figuring out what's actually going on.

At Pro Active Chiropractic Center, we evaluate your condition, discuss what you've already tried, and determine whether decompression or another approach makes sense.

If you've been dealing with a stubborn back problem, I'd be happy to help you explore your options.

📍 Pro Active Chiropractic Center — Palmyra, MO

📞 573-769-2400

🌐 www.drscottstiffey.com

Experience matters. So does choosing the right treatment for the right patient.

10/19/2026

🎃👻 GOOD HEALTH ISN'T SCARY! 💚🧡

Halloween should be full of treats, costumes, and fun — not the frustration of missing out on things you love because of back pain, neck stiffness, or joint problems!

At Pro Active Chiropractic Center, we believe feeling better starts with understanding what's causing the problem.

Whether you're dealing with:
✅ Stubborn back or neck pain
✅ Sciatica or disc problems
✅ Headaches and muscle tension
✅ Stiff, aching joints
✅ Pain that's keeping you from doing what you enjoy

We're here to help you explore your options!

With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Scott Stiffey takes the time to listen, evaluate your concerns, and develop an individualized approach to your care.

👻 Don't let pain scare you away from doing what you love!

🎃 New patient appointments available!

📍 Pro Active Chiropractic Center
219 S. Main St., Palmyra, MO
📞 573-769-2400
🌐 https://www.drscottstiffey.com/schedule

What activity would you love to enjoy more comfortably this fall? Tell us in the comments! 🍂

10/16/2026

🧠 Your Brain Is Sending Messages Throughout Your Body Every Second.

But have you ever stopped to think about how those messages get where they need to go?

Question: Have you ever had pain in one area of your body that turned out to be coming from somewhere else?

Your brain and nervous system are constantly communicating with your muscles, joints, and other parts of your body.

Your spine plays an important role because it protects your spinal cord and provides pathways for nerves to travel throughout your body.

Here's something many people don't realize:

👉 Sometimes the area where you feel discomfort isn't the actual source of the problem.

For example, irritation of a nerve in your lower back can sometimes contribute to symptoms traveling into your leg.

That's why I believe it's important to look beyond the symptoms and evaluate what may be contributing to them.

After more than 25 years in chiropractic practice, one thing I've learned is that understanding WHY something hurts is just as important as knowing WHERE it hurts.

If you've been dealing with a stubborn neck, back, or joint problem that keeps returning, it may be time for a closer look.

📍 Pro Active Chiropractic Center — Palmyra, MO

📞 573-769-2400

🌐 www.drscottstiffey.com

10/14/2026

👻🎃 DON'T GHOST YOUR HEALTH THIS HALLOWEEN! 🎃👻

What's scarier than ghosts and goblins?

😱 Waking up with a stiff neck.
😱 Back pain that keeps returning.
😱 Missing out on family activities because you're uncomfortable.
😱 Feeling like your body isn't moving the way it used to.

Here's something we see all the time...

People put off taking care of themselves because they think the problem will eventually go away.

Sometimes it does. But when the same problem keeps returning, it's worth finding out WHY.

At Pro Active Chiropractic Center, we take the time to evaluate what's going on and discuss conservative options that may help you move and feel better.

With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Scott Stiffey enjoys helping people with stubborn muscle, joint, and spine problems—especially when other approaches haven't provided lasting relief.

✅ Personalized chiropractic care
✅ Neck, back, and joint evaluations
✅ Spinal decompression when appropriate
✅ Conservative options for difficult or recurring problems

🍂 Don't let another season pass while putting your health on the back burner.

📍 219 S. Main St., Palmyra, MO
📞 573-769-2400
🌐 https://www.drscottstiffey.com/schedule

What's one activity you'd like to do more comfortably this fall? Tell us below! 👇

10/09/2026

Three years ago, I underwent major surgery on my leg due to a serious infection.

I don't normally share much about my personal life, but with the three-year anniversary here, I've been thinking about everything that's happened since then.

For those who wondered why I was away from my chiropractic practice for so long, the surgery and recovery were far more extensive and difficult than I ever anticipated.

It's been a long road, and in some ways, it still is.

After spending 25 years of my career helping people with their health problems, being on the other side of things has certainly given me a different perspective.

I've learned a lot about patience, recovery, and how quickly life can change.

I'm grateful to still be doing what I enjoy, and I appreciate everyone who supported me along the way.

Three years later, I'm still moving forward.

09/23/2026

**What’s the best mattress for back pain?**

A lot of people assume the answer is: **the firmest mattress you can find.**

Not necessarily.

A better goal is finding a mattress that gives you enough **support** without creating too much pressure on your shoulders, hips, or lower back.

A few things I recommend looking for:

✅ Medium-firm is often a good starting point
✅ Consider whether you sleep on your side, back, or stomach
✅ Look for a good in-home sleep trial
✅ Read the return policy carefully
✅ Check the warranty and what it actually covers
✅ Find out how the company defines “sagging” or body impressions
✅ Make sure your bed frame or foundation meets the warranty requirements

And remember—if you keep replacing mattresses but still wake up stiff or uncomfortable, **the mattress may not be the whole problem.**

Sometimes it takes a closer look at how your joints, muscles, and spine are functioning.

Dr. Scott Stiffey
Pro Active Chiropractic Center
Palmyra, MO

09/21/2026

🍂 HARVEST YOUR HEALTH

There's an old lesson we can borrow from the farm:

You harvest what you consistently take care of.

Your health works much the same way.

It's rarely one workout, one healthy meal, one good night's sleep—or one treatment—that determines how you feel.

It's what you consistently do.

✅ Keep moving
✅ Exercise and stay strong
✅ Prioritize sleep
✅ Eat well
✅ Manage stress
✅ Pay attention when your body isn't moving or functioning the way it should

One of the biggest mistakes I see is waiting until a problem becomes severe before doing anything about it.

And when the pain finally settles down?

Everything goes right back to normal until it happens again.

If you've been dealing with a muscle, joint, or spine problem that keeps coming back, it may be worth taking a closer look at what's contributing to it.

Good health doesn't happen overnight. It's something you grow.

— Dr. Scott Stiffey
Pro Active Chiropractic Center
Palmyra, Missouri

📞 Call our office or schedule online if you'd like to have your problem evaluated.

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09/18/2026

🎉 **Happy Birthday, Chiropractic!**

On **September 18, 1895**, D.D. Palmer performed what is recognized as the **first chiropractic adjustment** in Davenport, Iowa.

That means chiropractic officially began **131 years ago today!**

A lot has changed since 1895, but one thing hasn’t: people continue to look for conservative ways to move better, function better, and take care of their musculoskeletal health.

As a Palmer College graduate, I’m proud to be part of that history and to have spent more than 25 years helping people throughout Northeast Missouri and the surrounding area.

Here’s to **131 years of chiropractic** — and many more to come.

— Dr. Scott Stiffey
Pro Active Chiropractic Center

06/15/2024

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Friday	9am - 12pm
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