Dr. Vishal Krishna Verma D.C.

Chiropractor | Sports Physician

43810 Central Station Drive, Ste. 160 Ashburn VA, 20147 Show map

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Dr. Verma is a Northern VA native with roots in this community. He attended George Mason University and received his BS in Biology/Pre-Med studies. After working with a chiropractor, he decided that his path was chiropractic and rehabilitation. He graduated with his doctoral degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic and continued his graduate work in sportsmedicine and orthopedic rehabilitation. His specialty is in functional assessment and diagnosis of the human body with emphasis on biomechanics of motion. His treatment style is varied depending on patient needs and comfort levels as well as willingness of the patient to participate in their own rehabilitation.

Education and Training

Palmer College of Chiropractic DC 2001

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American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

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Functional Fitness
Exercise is something we should all do to promote health and wellness as well as keep our bodies strong and resilient over the years. We all understand the importance of exercise in our daily lives and we try to fit it in as much as possible. Whether you are working out or engaged in an activity,...

Why am I so tired after a chiropractic adjustment?
For some, it is normal to feel that way because of the tension release that the body experiences after adjustment. Without getting too technical about nerves, the adjustment stimulates the nerves associated with the area adjusted which helps the muscles relax and release. You feel it as tired or exhausted temporarily. It should then become more energy and looser. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Can a chiropractor break your neck?
There is no evidence of chiropractic breaking any spinal bones with the adjustment. Short of you having a broken neck already, it is virtually impossible for a properly trained chiropractor to cause that level of damage. The chiropractor should do a full orthopedic and neurological examination on you before proceeding as well. This will help determine any injury you may have and the proper treatment given. READ MORE
Why do you need to drink water after a chiropractic adjustment?
Similar to massage, drinking water helps flush any lactic acid that could cause soreness after adjustment. Not as critical as massage, but definitely a positive thing to do. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help with knee arthritis?
A sports certified or orthopedic specialized chiropractor can help with arthritic knees. We are trained to evaluate and treat joints other than the spine with chiropractic and physical therapy. Vishal K. Verma, DC CCSP READ MORE
My son has very bad back pain. What can I do?
It is very unusual for a 7 y.o. to have bad chronic back pain, so I would definitely suggest a visit to a chiropractor to evaluate. You can also visit your pediatrician to rule out other issues with growth and development. Pediatric chiropractors specialize in children of his age and are trained further than general chiropractors in pediatric issues. Look up that term when searching to see if there is one in your area. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Is a chiropractic adjustment needed after a sports injury?
Definitely look for a sports/orthopedic chiropractor to treat your back. Anything lasting over 3 days should be evaluated and treated. Medicine won't help fix the problem at this point. Sports chiropractors are trained to treat athletes in various sports with a combination of chiropractic and physical therapy. READ MORE
Is it OK to exercise after an adjustment?
Unless you have an injury that you are treating, it is absolutely okay to exercise after a general adjustment. If you notice pain with exercise, then you can stop or modify that activity. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Should a chiropractor help me with my leg stiffness?
Every athlete who performs at a high level like triathletes should be at a chiropractor. In particular, choose a sports certified chiro near you as we are trained in biomechanics of sport motion and how to treat them. The stiffness you are feeling can be resolved with chiropractic and soft tissue care. Both can be done by a trained chiro. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Can I get adjusted without an underlying condition?
Absolutely, you can, and it would be very beneficial. Stiff joints usually need to be freed up and the chiropractic adjustment helps with that. Not having an actual problem or injury makes it even easier to get adjusted. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
How often should I go to the chiropractor?
It's hard to tell how many treatments you may need because it depends on what is causing the sciatica. If it is due to a spinal issue (disc, bone), it may take longer than if it is strictly due to muscle problem (piriformis muscle). I would think that a 4-6 visits initially with chiropractic and soft tissue care will get some results and then further care can be done depending on your response. The chiropractor should do a thorough exam to determine extent of sciatica first. READ MORE
What happens when you don't drink water after adjustment?
It's always good to drink water after a massage, chiropractic, or workout to hydrate the body and flush and lactic acid that has formed during treatment or workout. Nothing bad will happen, but you may have more soreness if you don't. It's more of a standard thing we say for post-adjustment instructions. READ MORE
Is there something wrong with my hip joint?
Hello, It could be a restricted hip joint, but it could also be anything from a quad strain to hip flexor strain. Have it evaluated by a sports chiropractor and they can determine the source for you and adjust accordingly. READ MORE
Could posture cause lower back pain in children?
Hello, Yes, posture can definitely be causing the back pain in someone that young. The best solution is to involve him in activity away from the computer to offset the bad posture. There are also postural exercises that he can do but they have to be done consistently. A quick search on YouTube for postural exercises will show you many. I prefer wall angels or wall slides as they get all the muscles. Learning good posture exercises early will help him in his older years too. It’s tough with a ten year old and even tougher with a teenager, but try your best to encourage it. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Can I work out after a chiropractic adjustment?
Depending on the low back pain and condition that caused it, I see no reason why you could not. I typically ask the patient to be active after care unless they are injured in which case they do more rehab type work. The chiropractor should be able to let you know that after treatment. READ MORE
Is chiropractic treatment safe for a 60-year-old?
Sure it is. Chiropractors are trained to examine and determine the health of the individual, no matter the age, before treatment. They will see if he is able to be manually adjusted or if they should use a gentler method. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Is my lower back pain related to my sciatic nerve?
Hello, Sciatica is described as pain down the back of the leg and calf into the foot and toe. It can cause low back and buttocks pain as well since the nerve actually starts in the lumbar spine. If you don't have pain in the leg and calf radiating down, you won't be diagnosed as sciatica. Low back pain can have many causes and the symptoms can be dull and achy to sharp and stabbing. Depending on what you are feeling, it could be a spinal joint that is inflamed to just a simple restricted joint that needs to be adjusted. It could also be a disc problem that is pressing on the nerves. Find yourself a good sports and orthopedic chiropractor who can perform specific tests to narrow this low back pain down. READ MORE
What can I do at home for sciatica pain?
Sure there are plenty of at home exercises for sciatica. If it is true sciatica (pain and/or tinging/numbness in back of thigh, calf, and foot, then exercises at home can help. I would suggest looking at youtube to see the different stretches and exercises recommended. In particular, look up sciatica stretches and McKenzie exercises for sciatica. They are fairly easy to do at home and have great results. It is the same things a chiropractor and physical therapist would suggest as well. Hopefully they can help you as well. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor fix a pinched nerve?
Find a good sports chiropractor to help with this issue. Sports chiropractic specialists have advanced training in injuries other than just the spine and can help with shoulders, knees, ankles, etc. He/she will do a full orthopedic exam to determine where the nerve is pinched before treating it giving you quicker results. Many times, the pinched nerve is not in the shoulder itself, but more in the upper back or neck, so it is vital to do the testing. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Would going to a chiropractor help with headaches?
Absolutely, it would. Headaches are consistently resolved with chiropractic care. Most headaches can be attributed to tension of muscles and restriction of the bones in the neck and upper back areas. Chiropractors can examine for both of these and treat it effectively. Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP READ MORE
Could the pain in my back be caused by kyphosis?
Yes, the kyphosis can be the cause of back pain. The chiropractor will adjust your spine and should give you exercises to help strengthen the spinal muscles as well as improve posture and reduce kyphosis. Vishal K. Verma, DC. CCSP READ MORE