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Your Trusted Family Chiropractor in Stephens City, VA
Active Health Chiropractic has been dedicated to promoting optimal whole-body health for individuals of all ages since 2006. Our practice combines advanced chiropractic techniques with the principles of The 100 Year Lifestyle to address both immediate health concerns and long-term wellness goals. As the only chiropractors in the Shenandoah Valley board-certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), we specialize in evidence-based care for children, pregnant women, and active lifestyles.Our founders, Dr. Darrell and Dr. Gretchen Volschke, bring 16+ years of clinical experience and athletic expertise to personalized treatment plans that emphasize natural healing, spinal health, and preventive care. We maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering a family-friendly environment that empowers patients through education, lifestyle coaching, and community engagement.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Family Chiropractic
Pediatric Chiropractic
Pregnancy Care
Healthy Aging
Performance Care
Nutrition Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Board-certified pediatric and pregnancy care specialists since 2006
- Personalized treatment plans for all age groups and health goals
- Specialized performance care for athletes and active individuals
- Comprehensive nutritional counseling integrated with chiropractic care
- Founders with 16+ years clinical experience and marathon-level athletics
Associations and certifications
- International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
What people say
Special caring individuals
Invaluable chiropractic care
Pain significantly reduced
Expert prenatal support
Effective wellness coaching
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our evidence-based chiropractic care utilizes specialized techniques to correct spinal misalignments and nervous system interference. For over 16 years, we've helped patients recover from injuries, chronic pain, and postural issues while improving overall wellness. Our approach integrates diagnostic assessments with personalized adjustment plans targeting both symptoms and root causes.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Board-certified pediatric care focuses on safe, gentle spinal adjustments for newborns through teens. We address birth trauma, developmental concerns, and childhood injuries using specialized techniques tailored to each child's age and needs. Our 16-year experience includes supporting healthy nervous system development and preventive care for growing bodies.
Pregnancy Care
ICPA-certified pregnancy care addresses musculoskeletal changes during pregnancy through specialized adjustments. This improves comfort during pregnancy and benefits labor outcomes. We combine spinal alignment with evidence-based nutritional guidance and exercise recommendations to optimize maternal health throughout all trimesters.
Healthy Aging
Our aging care focuses on maintaining mobility, balance, and nervous system function through regular spinal adjustments. For over a decade, we've helped seniors preserve independence and quality of life by addressing age-related changes with customized treatment plans and wellness coaching.
Performance Care
Performance-based care optimizes physical function for athletes at all levels. This includes biomechanical assessments, injury prevention strategies, and post-activity recovery treatments. Our 16-year experience with endurance athletes informs care plans that enhance coordination, reduce recovery time, and improve athletic capabilities.
People
Dr. Darrell Volschke
Chiropractor
Board-certified in pediatric and pregnancy care with 16+ years experience. Specializes in family wellness, athletic performance, and The 100 Year Lifestyle principles. Graduated cum laude from New York Chiropractic College.
Dr. Gretchen Volschke
Chiropractor
ICPA-certified chiropractor focusing on pediatric and prenatal care. Over a decade in practice with additional expertise in natural childbirth and postnatal wellness. Graduate of New York Chiropractic College with honors.
Madison Wilson
Office Manager
Health-focused office manager with personal experience in nutritional transformation. Coordinates patient care and practice operations while promoting wellness education in the community.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide chiropractic care for all ages, including pediatric adjustments, pregnancy support, healthy aging programs, performance optimization, and nutritional counseling.
Do you treat children and infants?
Yes, we specialize in pediatric chiropractic care, with board-certified providers offering safe, gentle adjustments for children from newborns through teens.
Are you open on weekends?
Our office is closed Saturdays and Sundays. Please schedule weekday appointments during our regular business hours.
How are you different from other chiropractors?
We uniquely combine board-certified pediatric/pregnancy expertise with performance care while emphasizing The 100 Year Lifestyle wellness philosophy for comprehensive family care.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and cash payments. Please contact our office for specific payment questions or financial arrangements.
Reviews (4)
Hannah Barger
Feb 12, 2022
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I have suffered back pain for ten years. After my second pregnancy and numerous attempts to get back into running my back finally gave up and I found myself unable to even stand up. Thanks to Dr D, a year later I was able to shovel snow by myself! And I am once again able to do the fitness activities that I love and to pick up and hold my kids! Thank you Dr D! If you suffer from back pain you've come to the right place. Don't give up. Dr D can help! Get yourself the help you deserve.
Afton Guard
Nov 03, 2020
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Dr. D is not only a amazing person, he is amazing at what he does! I am 26 years old and have been lifting weights for about six years. Coming to Dr. D I was having hip and lower back pain that was sometimes debilitating. Dr D did a full spinal assessment and found problems I didn't even know I had. He explains everything throuroughly and in a very understandable way. Now that I have been seeing him for about a month my pain has decreased significantly and I feel like my problem is actually going to be healed/fixed.
Ali Marangoni
Nov 01, 2020
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I've been going to Active Health on and off since I was pregnant with my daughter (2 years old) and today was the day that solidified my belief in chiropractic care. I've always "believed" in the benefits but today was legitimately a curing experience. Last night/this morning I have been pretty debilitated by what seemed to be an inner ear infection. I couldn't even turn my head without dizziness that caused instant nausea.
I felt like I couldn't function. I was adjusted this morning at 10:30AM. It's 4:16PM and I feel completely normal. Over the past 6 hours I have felt my pain, pressure and vertigo gradually disappear. I'm sold, take my money.
I felt like I couldn't function. I was adjusted this morning at 10:30AM. It's 4:16PM and I feel completely normal. Over the past 6 hours I have felt my pain, pressure and vertigo gradually disappear. I'm sold, take my money.
Kasey Greene
Jun 02, 2020
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This is my second time going back to Dr. Darrell and he is just awesome. After just a few adjustments I was already feeling like new and it is amazing that when your spine feels good the rest of you just naturally wants to feel good too. His positive attitude every single day and the care he has for his patients is super valuable.
