Resource hub
Learn first. Then decide what to do about it.
Articles, episodes, guides, definitions and exercises from the doctors at Back To Health Clinics in Zeeland, Portage and Norton Shores.
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Everything we publish, in one place
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The magazine
Plain-language chiropractic articles, local guides to Zeeland, Portage and Muskegon, and essays from the podcast.
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Podcast
The Back to Health Podcast — honest conversations with Dr. Tanya Westerbeek about health, family, work and taking the next right step.
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Podcast
The Back to Health Podcast — honest conversations with Dr. Tanya Westerbeek about health, family, work and taking the next right step.
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Guides, dictionary & exercises
Free downloadable guides, an A–Z chiropractic dictionary, and a home exercise library you can start today.
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Referral & community partners
How we co-manage cases with providers, gyms and birth workers across West Michigan.
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Latest articles
Why Does My Lower Back Hurt When I Finally Relax?
Lower back pain that shows up when you rest, lie down, or finally unwind? Learn the 7 real reasons it happens and what the Back To Health team in West Michigan does about it.
The Best Walking and Hiking Trails in Muskegon
Six Muskegon trails worth your Saturday — from the 12-mile paved Lakeshore Trail to the Hoffmaster dune climb — and how to walk them without paying for it the next day.
Healthy Places to Eat in Portage and Kalamazoo (That Don't Feel Like a Diet)
Real food worth driving for around Portage and Kalamazoo — grain bowls, Mediterranean, poke, smoothies and farm-to-table — plus what your plate has to do with how your back feels.
Podcast
The Back to Health Podcast
Building a body — and a life — you can stay active in for the long haul
October 28, 2026
Meet Dr. Mason Mott: A Different Approach to Chiropractic Care in Muskegon, Michigan
What inspires someone to become a chiropractor? For Dr. Mason Mott of Back to Health Chiropractic in Muskegon, Michigan, it all started with a high school injury that changed the direction of his life. In this episode, get to know Dr. Mott as he shares his personal journey into chiropractic, why he believes great care starts with listening, and how he helps patients feel comfortable and confident—especially those who have never visited a chiropractor before. We cover common misconceptions about chiropractic adjustments, the importance of gentle, personalized care, and what makes Back to Health's small-town, patient-first approach different. Plus, discover the person behind the doctor—from hunting and fishing to family life, his favorite local spots, and a surprising hidden talent. Whether you're considering chiropractic care for the first time or looking for a chiropractor in Muskegon who takes the time to know you, this conversation offers a look at Dr. Mott's philosophy and what patients can expect.
October 26, 2026
My Day with Hormozi
Alex Hormozi Told Me My Chiropractic Business Model Was Outdated. Here's What Happened. I spent more money on one day with Alex Hormozi than I've ever invested in myself at one time. And I walked in expecting him to tear my chiropractic businesses apart. Instead, he told me something I wasn't expecting: "You've managed to outwork a really difficult business model." In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my day inside the Acquisition.com boardroom and sharing the strategies Alex recommended to help me rethink how we run our chiropractic clinics. We're talking about: The outdated chiropractic business model and why working harder isn't always the answer. The patient retention problem: Why patients leave before completing care and how changing payment options could make a massive difference. The power of video sales letters: How to build trust, establish credibility, and answer objections before the Report of Findings. Documenting patient results: A simple 30-second video strategy to help patients recognize their progress. Centralization, staffing, and profitability: Why Alex believes a leaner chiropractic office can be more profitable. The pricing mindset problem: Why a suggested $250 adjustment made me question my own beliefs about value. I also share what surprised me about Alex, where I disagreed with his advice, and whether I think the investment was worth it. No guru fluff. Just an inside look at what happens when a successful chiropractic business owner puts her entire model under the microscope. If you own a chiropractic practice, this episode might challenge everything you think you know about growing it.
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Guides you can use tonight
Short, practical, written by our doctors. No fluff, no upsell.
The Evening Reset: 5 Moves to Unwind Your Lower Back Before Bed
For anyone whose lower back aches the moment they finally sit down or lie down.
The 7-Day Low Back Relief Plan
For anyone whose low back has been barking for more than two weeks.
Desk Setup & Tech Neck Field Guide
For desk workers, students, and anyone with headaches by 3pm.
Pregnancy Comfort Guide
For expecting moms dealing with pelvic, hip or low back pain.
Am I a Candidate for SoftWave / Shockwave?
For stubborn tendon, heel, knee and shoulder pain that has not responded to rest.
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