Extremity Adjusting in Virginia Beach
Expert Chiropractic Care for Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot Pain
At New Life Chiropractic in Virginia Beach, we go beyond the spine to offer expert extremity adjusting—a specialized chiropractic technique that focuses on all the joints outside of the spine, including the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, hips, knees, ankles, and feet.
Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury, repetitive stress, or joint pain from overuse or age, extremity chiropractic care can provide lasting relief—without drugs or surgery.
What Is Extremity Adjusting?
Extremity adjusting is a precise and gentle chiropractic technique used to restore proper motion and alignment to the joints of the upper and lower limbs. While most people think of chiropractic care as treatment for neck or back pain, extremity adjusting addresses dysfunction and pain in:
✅ Upper Extremities:
Shoulders
Elbows
Wrists
Hands
✅ Lower Extremities:
Hips
Knees
Ankles
Feet
These joints are essential for daily movements and athletic performance. When they become restricted or misaligned, it can lead to pain, swelling, and reduced function.
Common Extremity Conditions We Treat
At New Life Chiropractic, we successfully treat a wide range of extremity conditions using targeted chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and personalized care plans.
Some of the most common conditions we treat include:
🦴 Frozen Shoulder
Stiffness, reduced mobility, and deep shoulder pain can be improved with extremity adjustments, restoring movement and decreasing inflammation.
💪 Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow (Epicondylitis)
Pain on the inside or outside of the elbow due to overuse or repetitive strain. Chiropractic can reduce inflammation and restore elbow joint mechanics.
✋ Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Caused by pressure on the median nerve at the wrist. We offer non-invasive treatment options that address the root cause of nerve entrapment.
🦵 Runner’s Knee
Often the result of poor alignment or repetitive stress. Adjustments help reduce pain and rebalance the knee for better mobility.
👣 Plantar Fasciitis
Chronic heel and foot pain can often be traced to improper foot mechanics. Chiropractic foot adjustments help relieve pressure and inflammation.
Why Choose Dr. Mike Geheren for Extremity Adjusting?
Not all chiropractors are trained in extremity adjustments. In fact, it requires extensive post-graduate training and years of hands-on experience to master.
I’m Dr. Mike Geheren, and I’ve spent the last 16 years honing my extremity adjusting skills. Over time, I’ve developed advanced techniques that produce great outcomes for patients of all ages—from athletes to office workers to seniors.
I enjoy working on areas beyond the spine, and there’s no additional charge for extremity adjustments. It’s all part of your customized care at New Life Chiropractic.
Upper Extremity Conditions We Treat
Explore some of the most common orthopedic hand, wrist, and elbow conditions we treat at our Virginia Beach clinic:
🧓 Arthritis
Degeneration of cartilage in joints, leading to stiffness, swelling, and pain. Chiropractic adjustments can help manage symptoms and improve mobility.
💥 Bicep Tendon Injuries
Pain, weakness, or cramping in the upper arm during lifting or rotation may be linked to a biceps tendon injury. We offer holistic solutions to relieve strain and support healing.
🖐 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
A pinched median nerve in the wrist can cause numbness, tingling, and pain in the hand. Chiropractic can relieve pressure and improve wrist function.
⛏ Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Compression of the ulnar nerve near the elbow (a.k.a. your “funny bone”) can cause numbness and discomfort. Chiropractic techniques help release nerve entrapments naturally.
👍 De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
Thumb and wrist pain caused by overuse and inflammation of tendons. We provide non-surgical relief for overuse injuries like this.
🤲 Dupuytren’s Contracture
A hand condition where fingers curl toward the palm. We focus on improving flexibility and slowing progression with gentle care.
🎾 Epicondylitis (Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow)
Whether it’s lateral or medial elbow pain, we offer treatment that improves joint alignment and relieves tension in surrounding soft tissues.
💧 Ganglion Cysts
Fluid-filled sacs in the wrist or hand often result from joint or tendon stress. Chiropractic care can address underlying causes and reduce recurrence.
👉 Mallet Finger
An injury to the fingertip extensor tendon. We assist in managing this condition and guiding recovery.
⚡ Nerve Injuries
From pinched nerves to nerve inflammation in the arms or hands, chiropractic adjustments restore nerve flow and reduce symptoms.
🌀 Sprains & Strains
Common in active individuals, these injuries can knock joints out of alignment. Chiropractic helps speed healing and restores normal joint motion.
🧵 Tendon Injuries
We treat both extensor and flexor tendon injuries in the upper extremities with techniques that promote healing and improve range of motion.
⌛ TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) Injuries
The TFCC in the wrist can be injured from falls or repetitive use. We offer wrist adjustments and therapies to restore function and reduce wrist pain.
🫳 Trigger Finger
This condition locks the finger in a bent position due to inflammation of the tendon sheath. Chiropractic care can reduce inflammation and improve tendon movement.
🏈 UCL (Ulnar Collateral Ligament) Injury
Common in athletes, especially baseball players, this injury affects the inside of the elbow. We help reduce inflammation and restore throwing mechanics.
Book Your Extremity Adjustment in Virginia Beach
Don’t let shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, or foot pain limit your life. At New Life Chiropractic, we’re proud to offer expert extremity chiropractic care that gets results.
Whether you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or just tired of living with pain—we’re here to help.
📞 Call us today at (757) 222-0910 or
🌐 Book online at www.newlifedoc.com
New Life Chiropractic – Virginia Beach’s Trusted Chiropractor for Extremity Pain Relief
Serving the communities of Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, and beyond.
Extremity adjusting is the treatment of all the other joints in the body away from the spine. The upper extremity consists of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. Lower would be the hips, knees, ankles and feet. All of the joints upper and lower can be treated with chiropractic. Conditions like frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, runners knee and plantar fasciitis can all be treated with great success.
Not all chiropractors are trained in extremity adjusting. It takes quite a bit of outside training to become skilled at treating these areas. I have been working on these skills for the past 16 years and have reached a point were I get really good outcomes. I greatly enjoy treating the areas away from the spine and there is no extra cost for this service. Call today. 222-0910 or go to our website www.newlifedoc.com
Orthopedic Hand, Wrist & Elbow Conditions Below is a list of all of the orthopedic hand, wrist and upper extremity conditions we treat. You can click on any condition to get more information. Arthritis Arthritis is condition that involves the breakdown of the protective cartilage around the joints, which results in pain, stiffness and inflammation. Bicep Tendon Injury Our biceps muscle provides considerable strength to bend our elbow and rotate our forearm. An injury to your biceps tendon can cause significant arm weakness and cramping pain during routine recreational and vocational activities. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition brought on by increased pressure on the median nerve at the wrist also referred to as a pinched nerve in the wrist. Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Cubital tunnel syndrome is a compression injury to the ulnar nerve near the elbow. This is also the same nerve you hit when you ‘hit your funny bone.’ The cubital tunnel can be compressed by muscles, tendons or bone, or when the ulnar nerve shifts or is stretched abnormally. De Quervain's Tenosynovitis DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis, also called stenosing tenosynovitis, occurs when tendons around the base of the thumb are irritated or constricted. This is typically caused by overuse especially from activities that require forceful gripping while flexing and extending the wrist. Dupuytren's Contracture Dupuytren’s contracture is a hand condition where the fingers curl inwards, towards the palm, and are unable to straighten. The ring and little fingers are the two most commonly affected digits. Epicondylitis Lateral epicondylitis (commonly known as Tennis Elbow) is pain over the bone on the outside of the elbow. Medial epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow) is pain over the bone on the inner side of the elbow. Learn more about Tennis and Golfer's elbow. Ganglion Cysts A ganglion cyst is a fluid-filled sack that is thought to result from weakness of the joint capsule, ligaments, or tendon sheath in the hand and wrist. Mallet Finger Mallet finger is an injury to the extensor tendon that is responsible for straightening the finger. This type of injury is most commonly caused by direct trauma to the extended finger such as when a ball strikes the end of the finger during sports. Nerve Injuries The hand has an intricate network of nerves that allow us to perform fine motor movements. Damage to any of these nerves can disrupt normal functions of the hand and cause numbness and pain. Sprain and Strain Sprains and strains are among the most common injuries in sports. A sprain is caused by direct or indirect trauma (a fall, a blow to the body, etc.) that knocks a joint out of position, and overstretches, and, in severe cases, ruptures the supporting ligaments. Tendon Injuries Our orthopedic hand, wrist and elbow specialists are experts in the treatment of hand and upper extremity tendon injuries, including extensor tendon injuries and flexor tendon injuries. Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Injury (TFCC) The Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) stabilizes the bones in the wrist, acts as a shock absorber, and enables smooth movement. The TFCC may be injured during a fall on an outstretched hand. Trigger Finger Stenosing tenosynovitis, commonly known as “trigger finger” or “trigger thumb”, involves the tendons in the hand that bend the fingers. Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury The ulnar collateral ligament is located on the inside of the elbow and is typically an injury seen in throwing athletes. UCL sprains are caused by repetitive strenuous motions such as throwing a football or baseball. These motions can put stress on the ligament causing inflammation and small tears within the ligament.