Charlottesville Chiropractor

Diana’s Success Story

Dolly Garnecki — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:16:42 +0000

Motivation for beginning chiropractic care at Spinal Health & Wellness

Before coming to see Dr. Garnecki, I was in PAIN. I injured my back during a period of time that I was recovering from knee surgery. Things were going along very well and I bent over to pick something up and OUCH- I had a back spasm that brought tears to my eyes and then did not go away for days. I was actually traveling when this occurred and I had to postpone my trip home due to the pain and the trip (an eight hour drive) was terrible. I had to stop every hour to walk. I saw Dr. Dolly the next day, and was really desperate for relief and ready to do everything she told me to do in order to get better. I noted differences almost immediately and within several adjustments and by doing the exercises my pain diminished and I was able to get back to my life!

How I benefitted from care . . .

Several ways- first Dolly was very thorough with my treatment plan and I really felt that it was comprehensive taking into account not only my injury but also several lifestyle factors that could aid in my recovery. For example nutrition, sleep, exercise, etc. After having the knee surgery followed by the back injury I was just feeling unhealthy and at 35 that is the opposite of how I wanted to feel. Dolly and Sloane were great at teaching me the exercises that I needed to do to recover and were encouraging and kept me consistent in doing them. Also once I was on my way they recommended a fantastic personal trainer for me to work with in order to progress and regain my health.

Why I recommend YOU see Dr. Garnecki

The treatment is comprehensive, evidenced based, effective and provided in a caring, compassionate, and comfortable environment.

Diana’s Success Story is a post from: Scoliosis Solutions

Chiropractic Care for Superfit Games’ Athletes

Dolly Garnecki — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 03:11:22 +0000

This weekend, Spinal Health & Wellness sponsored the 3rd annual Superfit Games hosted by Crossfit Charlottesville by providing complimentary spinal adjustments and soft tissue therapy for the competitors. The event was held at the Boys and Girls Club on Cherry Avenue–the non-profit that also received proceeds from the competition. This is the second year that Spinal Health & Wellness has supported the Superfit Games by providing chiropractic and therapeutic services.

: Dr. Dolly Garnecki with her friend and awesome athlete Catherine Donatone

Dr. Garnecki worked with over 50 athletes including several first place finishers to help them feel their best, reduce swelling and inflammation, and be prepared to give their best for their next events. Athletes came to see Dr. Garnecki for sore shoulders, painful quadriceps (anterior thighs), tender knee joints, taut and tender biceps and forearms, low back pain and stiffness, and mid-back pain and stiffness.

The athletes were thankful to have chiropractic as an available option at the event. A handful of athletes had never before experienced a chiropractic adjustment, but afterward these are just a few of the remarks they shared:

“That was AWESOME! You’re my new best friend!”

“My back has never felt so loose or flexible. I’m ready for my next event!”

“Wow! My quads feel great. Thank you!”

“I feel SO much better.”

Dr. Garnecki enjoys working with athletes: 1) they respond quickly to chiropractic care and feel amazing afterward 2) they recognize that they feel amazing afterward and quickly acknowledge their chiropractor.

Do you or does someone you know enjoy competing in rigorous sports–and could use a beneficial spinal tune-up? If so, contact your local chiropractor.

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Chiropractic Care for Athletes at Superfit Games

Dolly Garnecki — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 03:00:39 +0000

Dr. Dolly Garnecki with her friend and awesome athlete Catherine Donatone

“That was AWESOME! You’re my new best friend!”

“My back has never felt so loose or flexible. I’m ready for my next event!”

“Wow! My quads feel great. Thank you!”

“I feel SO much better.”

Do you or does someone you know enjoy competing in rigorous sports–and could use a beneficial spinal tune-up? If so, contact your local chiropractor.

Chiropractic Care for Athletes at Superfit Games is a post from: Scoliosis Solutions

Holiday Closings

Dolly Garnecki — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 03:38:50 +0000

Spinal Health & Wellness will be closed from December 22 – January 3. We will re-open for regular winter hours (10 am – 7 pm) on Wednesday, January 4th.

From December 26 – January 2, we will offer limited appointment slots for Raindrop Therapy vitaflex massage with immune-boosting essential oils. E-mail info@scoliosisdoc.com to request an appointment.

Thank you for trusting in us for your health and wellness needs in 2011. We’re excited to introduce innovative changes and opportunities for more intensive scoliosis and neck restoration treatment slots in 2012.

Have safe and blessed holidays with your loved ones!

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Take Back 30-Day Challenge

Dolly Garnecki — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 03:27:38 +0000

Spinal Health & Wellness is proud to be a sponsor of the Take Back 30-Day Challenge Event.
For many people in Charlottesville looking to improve their health and lose weight,this could be an incredible opportunity. Tracey Webber of Eat! and Ivana Kadija of Yourishment have teamed up with Whole Foods Market, Relay Foods, area retail shops and fitness and health providers to make this year’s resolutions easier to keep… and a lot more fun.
“It’s so easy to have idealistic intentions at the start of a New Year, yet always so difficult to follow through” says Sarah Yates of Relay Foods.” That’s what prompted Webber and Kadija to launch the Take Back 30-Day Challenge - take off the weight and give back to the community. “We wanted to dramatically increase peoples’ chances of success by providing a supportive framework and the added incentive of big savings,” says Kadija.
The challenge is designed to get area residents teaming up in groups of three or more to increase their activity levels, eat better, and support organizations that work to educate and provide access to real food sources, such as City Schoolyard Garden, The Haven and Market Central.
“This is a wonderful way to show solidarity in addressing the health and nutrition issues facing our community”, says Kristen Rabourdin of Whole Foods Market.
Here’s how it works. A minimal $10 non-profit donation will entitle participants to a full month of daily nutritional, exercise and motivational tips, and exclusive discounts to Charlottesville health food stores; retail stores, fitness, dance, yoga, and martial arts studios; massage therapists; and many other businesses. On top of that, each participant, has the chance to earn credits towards $100s worth of health promoting prizes. Including a swank $500 “Diet and Pantry Makeover” from Webber and Kadija.
The key is to register as a team of three or more people. Not only will you have a built in support group to increase your odds of success, but the top three teams to lose the highest percentage of weight will get to decide which charities will get the funds that are raised.
“Studies show that you will be most successful in reaching your goals when you have two things: accountability and motivation. Take Back gives you both, whether you participate as an individual or as a team” says Webber.

The kick off event is at EAT! in downtown Belmont (next to La Taza) on Saturday, January 7, 2012 from 1-4 p.m. Sponsors and participating non-profits will be on hand to provide tips, Take Back coupons, and health promoting information.
To sign up and get program details, go to www.TakeBack.me.

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Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly: Perfect Posture

Dolly Garnecki — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 02:12:28 +0000

How does your posture measure up?

Why is it hard to “sit up straight” or “stand up straight” even if you’re thinking about doing it correctly?

Learn how to assess your posture, or that of your children, and why less than perfect posture can negatively impact your health.

Listen to the Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly: Perfect Posture podcast, or download it from itunes (for free) to listen later.

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Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly: Wellness for Babies Following Birth

Dolly Garnecki — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 22:52:13 +0000

This week’s podcast is about the often underreported effects of birth trauma, and how those effects manifest in babies and developing young children. Listen to “Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly” for information on keeping babies and children healthy and well as they grow.

The “Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly” podcast provides healthy and joy-filled wellness tips for your whole family from Charlottesville-based chiropractic physician and international scoliosis expert Dr. Dolly Garnecki of Spinal Health & Wellness LLC. Follow her on Twitter @virginiachiro; find her on Facebook at Spinal Health.

Listen now: Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly: Wellness for Babies Following Birth

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Featured in Palmer Insights Magazine

Dolly Garnecki — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 02:48:53 +0000

The Fall 2011 issue of Palmer Insights magazine for Palmer College of Chiropractic alumni features Dr. Dolly Garnecki and her recent trip to China to teach about scoliosis to other doctors.

So excited to be featured!

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Recovery Soak for Sore Muscles

Dolly Garnecki — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:19:06 +0000

Post-workout and sore muscles recovery is as easy as a warm salt water soak. Dr. Dolly Garnecki was interviewed as a subject matter expert who works with athletes in the November issue of Experience Life magazine.

Just inside on page 11 . . .

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Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly: Conquering Colds Naturally

Dolly Garnecki — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:43:04 +0000

This week’s inaugural podcast is all about preventing colds and flu during the winter–and natural home remedies to alleviate the symptoms of colds if you get one. Listen to “Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly” for some great tips for adults and children to stay healthy this season.

Listen now:

Staying Aligned with Dr. Dolly: Conquering Colds Naturally

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