Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractic Partner in Fredericksburg, VA
At Heppe Chiropractic, we are dedicated to enhancing quality of life through natural chiropractic care tailored to individuals of all ages. Our practice focuses on restoring mobility, alleviating pain, and promoting overall wellness using a blend of techniques including manual adjustments, instrument-assisted methods, and flexion-distraction tables. With specialized expertise in prenatal and pediatric care, we address the unique needs of expectant mothers and children, helping reduce labor times and resolve common infantile conditions. Our team offers complementary therapies like dry needling, acupuncture, and NormaTec recovery systems to address musculoskeletal issues and improve circulation.We emphasize evidence-based practices, such as the Functional Movement Screen, to identify movement inefficiencies and prevent injuries. By combining decades of clinical experience with personalized treatment plans, we empower patients to maintain active lifestyles and achieve long-term health goals. Our commitment to community wellness is reflected in our educational outreach and accessible care for Fredericksburg and surrounding areas.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Dry Needling
Acupuncture
Functional Movement Screening
NormaTec Recovery
Highlights and features
- We specialize in prenatal chiropractic care with proven labor time reduction benefits.
- Our team offers pediatric adjustments for infants as young as hours old.
- We combine dry needling, acupuncture, and NormaTec recovery systems for comprehensive treatment.
- We utilize Functional Movement Screening to prevent injuries and improve mobility.
- Our practice integrates evidence-based techniques with personalized wellness plans.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments restore joint mobility and alleviate pain through manual manipulation, instrument-assisted techniques, and flexion-distraction tables. This service addresses spinal restrictions, improves nervous system function, and enhances overall wellness. Patients benefit from personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific musculoskeletal needs.
Dry Needling
Dry needling targets musculoskeletal pain by inserting thin needles into trigger points to release tension and promote healing. This technique effectively treats conditions like shoulder pain, headaches, sciatica, and plantar fasciitis. Patients experience reduced inflammation, improved circulation, and faster recovery times for chronic or acute injuries.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture services combine traditional Chinese medicine with modern practice to address pain management and systemic wellness. Certified practitioners use over 400 hours of specialized training to treat musculoskeletal conditions and promote holistic health through strategic needle placement and energy flow regulation.
Functional Movement Screening
Functional Movement Screening identifies mobility limitations and movement pattern inefficiencies in asymptomatic individuals. This preventive service evaluates seven fundamental movement patterns to detect imbalances, reduce injury risk, and improve athletic performance through targeted corrective exercises and mobility work.
NormaTec Recovery
NormaTec Recovery systems use dynamic compression to enhance circulation, reduce muscle soreness, and accelerate recovery. This FDA-cleared therapy improves blood flow, decreases inflammation, and restores mobility through sequential pulsing patterns that mimic natural muscle contractions for optimal tissue repair.
People
Dr. Scott Heppe
Chiropractor
Dr. Scott Heppe specializes in chiropractic adjustments and wellness care, combining manual techniques with innovative therapies to improve patient mobility and reduce pain. He focuses on creating personalized treatment plans that address individual health goals.
Dr. Erica Heppe
Acupuncturist
Dr. Erica Heppe provides acupuncture and dry needling treatments, leveraging over 400 hours of specialized training to address musculoskeletal conditions and promote holistic wellness through integrative pain management solutions.
Questions
What conditions do you treat with chiropractic care?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions including back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, and sports injuries using adjustments, dry needling, and complementary therapies.
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Yes, our prenatal adjustments use the Webster Technique to balance the pelvis, reduce discomfort, and improve labor outcomes with no known risks to mother or baby.
Do you offer pediatric chiropractic services?
We provide gentle adjustments for infants and children to address colic, sleep issues, nursing difficulties, and developmental concerns with specialized, low-force techniques.
What's the difference between dry needling and acupuncture?
Dry needling targets muscle trigger points for pain relief, while acupuncture addresses systemic wellness through traditional Chinese medicine principles and energy meridians.
Does insurance cover your services?
We accept most major insurance plans for chiropractic adjustments and offer flexible payment options for acupuncture, dry needling, and wellness packages.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Schedule online through our website or call (540) 840-4144 to book your initial consultation and begin your personalized wellness journey.