Community Care Initiative · December
Retail, Restaurant & Hospitality
Recognizing those who make the holidays possible for everyone else.
This group is honored each December. The $56 New Patient Special is available to new patients year-round — see who's featured this month.
December in downtown Holland, Zeeland, Portage, and along the Muskegon lakeshore means longer hours, heavier trays, and more freight than any other month.
Servers carry loaded trays on one arm. Retail teams unload trucks and stand register shifts back to back. Housekeeping crews clean rooms on a clock. All of it is physical work that gets called unskilled by people who have never done it.
December is for the people making everyone else's holidays work.
New patient special
- Consultation with a doctor of chiropractic$75
- Full spinal & posture exam$95
- Digital X-rays (if clinically needed)$85
- Report of findings & care plan$30
New patients only. Not valid with Medicare, Medicaid, or federal insurance plans. One per person.
Who qualifies
If this is your work, December is yours.
Not an exhaustive list — if your role belongs in this group, you're included.
- Retail associates
- Restaurant servers & kitchen staff
- Baristas
- Hotel & housekeeping staff
- Event & catering teams
- Grocery & stocking crews
- Delivery drivers
What the work does
Why this job shows up in your spine.
Every profession loads the body a specific way. Here's what we see most in this group.
Tray and truck arm
Carrying weight on one side repeatedly overloads the shoulder and the opposite low back.
Register standing
Standing in one spot on hard floors is harder on the body than walking all day.
Fast turns
Twisting under load at speed is how most holiday-season back strains happen.
Conditions we treat
What we most often help with in this group.
Shoulder Pain & Rotator Cuff
The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, which means it depends on muscle control rather than bone structure for stability. When the rotator cuff or the shoulder blade stops doing its job, tendons get pinched under the bone above them — and reaching overhead becomes a project.
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Low Back Pain
Low back pain is the single most common reason people walk into our clinics, and it's also the most commonly mistreated. Rest and ibuprofen quiet the symptom for a few days, but if a joint isn't moving or a disc is loaded unevenly, the pain keeps coming back.
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Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is the classic stabbing heel pain that greets you the moment your foot hits the floor in the morning. It's stubborn because the tissue gets loaded every single step — which is exactly why shockwave therapy has become the standout treatment for chronic cases.
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Muscle Strains & Pulls
A muscle strain is torn muscle fiber — it needs a healing timeline, not a magic fix. What good care does is protect the tissue early, restore motion at the right moment, and rebuild strength so it doesn't become a recurring injury.
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Where to go
Pick the clinic closest to you.
Questions
Retail & hospitality: common questions
December is my busiest month. Any flexibility?
Yes — tell us your availability and we'll find the earliest opening that fits around your shifts.
Do delivery and warehouse drivers count?
Yes, especially in December.
Who qualifies?
Anyone who is part of the community group we're currently featuring. Each month recognizes a different profession or role. Both new patients and existing Back To Health patients from that group are welcome to participate.
What does the visit cost?
New patients in the honored group get our $56 New Patient Special — consultation and exam, digital X-rays if clinically needed, and your report of findings. That's it. No deposit, no hidden fees, and nothing due before you arrive.
Is there a deposit?
No. There is no deposit and no prepayment. You pay $56 at the clinic on the day of your visit.
Can I nominate someone?
Yes — and we love when people do. Use the Nominate Someone form to tell us about a coworker, friend, or family member who deserves to be recognized. We'll reach out gently and let them decide if it's right for them.
Can I nominate myself?
Absolutely. If you're part of the group we're currently honoring, just complete the reservation form.
How do I reserve a spot?
Complete the short reservation form and choose the clinic closest to you. You'll be sent straight to that clinic's online scheduling page to pick your time, and our team will confirm.
The full calendar
Twelve groups, twelve months.
Not your month? The $56 New Patient Special is open to any new patient year-round.
Mental Health Professionals
Supporting those who help others heal.
Childcare Providers
Caring for those who help raise the next generation.
Social Workers
Recognizing those who advocate for our communities every day.
Administrative Professionals
Celebrating the people who keep organizations running.
Moms & Caregivers
Honoring those who spend their lives caring for others.
Skilled Trades & Manufacturing
Supporting the people who build West Michigan.
First Responders
Honoring those who answer the call when others need help.
Teachers & Education Professionals
Helping those who shape the future of our children.
Nurses & Healthcare Workers
Taking care of those who care for everyone else.
Farmers, Ag & Food Production
Supporting the people who feed West Michigan.
Veterans & Active Military
Honoring those who have served our country.
Retail, Restaurant & Hospitality
Recognizing those who make the holidays possible for everyone else.
Featured this month
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