About

Dr. Anjali Agrawal

“It all started with a cold.”

-DR. ANJALI AGRAWAL

Dr. Anjali was pursuing her life-long dream of going into healthcare by entering the pre-med program at UCSD. After her Freshman Year, she returned home for the summer and started looking for a summer job. Through some coincidental events, Dr. Anjali started working for a Chiropractor as a Receptionist and started receiving chiropractic adjustments. Prior to this job, Dr. Anjali actually had no idea that Chiropractors were even involved with healthcare, but quickly developed an interest in this holistic whole-body approach. One morning when Dr. Anjali was supposed to go to work, she woke up with some very sniffles. She called her boss to inform her, and the Chiropractor asked her to come in for an adjustment, and then she could go home. Dr. Anjali went to get her adjustment, and as if by magic, by the time she walked back out to her car, her sniffles were gone and she felt great!

Even though she had seen many patients having marked improvement in their health, Dr. Anjali's own experience with the effectiveness of the adjustment with her cold was the catalyst for ultimately pursuing a career in Chiropractic.

Dr. Anjali started with a passion for working with families to help them conceive and providing holistic prenatal and postnatal care, as well as working with newborns and children of all ages.

Over the last nearly 10 years, her passion has widened and she now continues to help families locally as well as entrepreneurs and corporate businesses around the world.

“My biggest passion is to help others move well, eat well, and live well.”

-DR. ANJALI AGRAWAL

Dr. Anjali Agrawal's ultimate purpose for growing and expanding her online wellness business and chiropractic practice is deeply rooted in her family, comprising her husband and two young daughters.

Motivated by a desire to provide a better life for her loved ones, Dr. Anjali has embarked on a journey driven by a passion for holistic healthcare. Her initial introduction to chiropractic care, through a serendipitous summer job, ignited a newfound fascination with its whole-body approach. This transformative experience, coupled with the profound impact it had on her own health, solidified her commitment to sharing the benefits of chiropractic care with others.

As she navigates the path of entrepreneurship and builds her online presence, Dr. Anjali remains steadfast in her dedication to not only her professional growth but also to creating a legacy of well-being for her family and community.

Through her endeavors, she seeks to inspire others to prioritize their health and nurture their bodies, echoing the values she holds dear within her own family.

Dr. Anjali extends an abundance of gratitude to her family for steadfast support of Back in Balance Health. Their dedication fuels her passion for holistic wellness.

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Understanding the Connection Between Spine Alignment and Whole-Body Health

Chiropractic

July 18, 2024•3 min read

Understanding the Connection Between Spine Alignment and Whole-Body Health

A Chiropractor’s Perspective on Structure and Function

Hello, dear readers! Today, we're diving into a topic that’s close to my heart as a chiropractor: the intricate relationship between the structure of our spine and the overall function of our body.

If you’ve ever wondered why a visit to your chiropractor includes questions about your daily habits, even those seemingly unrelated to your musculoskeletal health, let’s unravel that mystery together.

Why Your Chiropractor Asks About Your Daily Habits

When new patients come in for their initial appointment, they’re often surprised by some of the questions I ask. Alongside the usual queries about back or neck pain, I might inquire about how much water they drink, or how often they use the restroom. These questions can seem unrelated, but they’re actually crucial for understanding the bigger picture of your health.

You see, our body works as a unit. The spine, with its intricate network of nerves branching out to various organs and tissues, plays a pivotal role in this unity. Misalignment in your vertebrae—those small bones that stack up to form your spine—can affect not just your back and neck, but your entire body.

Understanding Spinal Misalignment

Most often, when a vertebra is out of alignment, it’s due to a rotational shift rather than a side-to-side or front-to-back movement. This rotation can cause the muscles on one side of the vertebra to become overly contracted, while the muscles on the other side become too loose or taut.

Regardless of how this imbalance feels—whether it’s tightness or a lack of sensation—it’s an indicator that something is off.

The nerves trailing behind these misaligned vertebrae connect to vital organs and tissues throughout your body, such as your heart, stomach, and kidneys. Simply put, when your spine’s structure is compromised, the function of your organs may also be affected.

Structure and Function: An Interwoven Relationship

The alignment of your spine can influence various bodily functions, from digestion to circulation. For instance, someone might come in with digestive issues, and we’ll explore not just their dietary habits, but also the alignment of their vertebrae.

By addressing both structure and function, we aim for a holistic approach to health.

This is one reason why I love combining chiropractic care with functional medicine. It allows me to address health issues at a foundational level, treating the body as an interconnected whole rather than a collection of isolated symptoms.

Take Charge of Your Health

Empower yourself by understanding how the structure of your spine can impact your overall well-being. Regular visits to a chiropractor can help maintain proper alignment, potentially alleviating a range of symptoms and improving your quality of life.

Your body is a complex, wonderful system, and taking a holistic approach to your health can make all the difference.

If you would like expert help, we’d love to work with you!

Or if you'd like to DIY, we have an amazing course!

Patient

stories

I brought my daughter when she was just 10 days old to see Dr. Agrawal for help with latching. My husband and I were at our wits end, so our doula suggested that we see Dr. Agrawal. Within hours it was like we had a new daughter.

I came to see Dr. Anjali for some sudden, very intense back pain. My mother-in-law has been seeing Dr. Anjali for years and I finally got to experience the low force approach to chiropractic that my MIL has been raving about. I feel so much better, and I feel like there’s hope for me to live pain-free!