3901 National Dr Suite 250 | Burtonsville MD 20866

Where pain relief meets whole-body wellness

Our outstanding team is here to help you reach your healthcare goals. Contact us today.

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Dr. Debra Block, D.C.

Chiropractor Burtonsville MD

Welcome to Block Wellness – Your Trusted Partner in Health for 17 Years
Located in the heart of Burtonsville, MD, Block Wellness has proudly served the community for over 17 years with compassionate, personalized care. Our experienced team specializes in Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Massage Therapy—integrative services designed to support your body’s natural healing and help you live pain-free.

Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or simply striving for better balance and well-being, we’re here to guide you on your journey to optimal health. At Block Wellness, your wellness is our mission. Experience the care you deserve—mind, body, and spine from our Burtonsville MD chiropractors.

Block Wellness

Block Chiropractic has a team of amazing health and wellness professionals who can help our patients feel and look their best. Countless services are available to deal with most conditions including migraine headaches, whiplash, and pregnancy discomfort.

Meet The Team

How Can Chiropractic Care Help You?

Headed by Dr. Debra Block, a skilled and sought out Chiropractor in Maryland who has almost 3 decades of experience delivering safe, effective, natural, and non-invasive Chiropractic care to patients in Montgomery county, Howard county, and Prince George’s county. Block Wellness has a team of amazing health and wellness professionals who can help our patients feel and be at their best. Countless services are available to treat most conditions including lower back pain, neck pain, leg and arm pain/numbness, scoliosis, shoulder and knee issues, feet, wrist and ankle pain, tension and migraine headaches, car accident pain and pregnancy discomfort. We offer Chiropractic, Physical Therapy modalities, Acupuncture, Massage, and Stemwave treatments (shockwave treatments) to treat and manage these issues and more!

Personalized treatment methods ensure that our patient’s comprehensive treatment plan will put them on the path to ultimate wellness. Along with being a unique and experienced chiropractic center, our friendly staff works with our patients to get an appointment that fits with their schedule. During a patient’s first visit, he/she will receive a health consultation and assessment. We accept most insurance plans. We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health Care, Optum Health, Aetna and Medicare. Visit Block Wellness today to see why it is a unique and special treatment center for your health and wellness needs.

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The Focus of Chiropractic Care

Discover Block Wellness in Burtonsville, MD! We offer you a remarkable option for your health and wellness needs. We are available to treat you and your entire family through Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Massage Therapy. We are helping our community members get healthier and happier. Come join them and let us help you too!

Conditions We Help:

Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is one of the most common issues people face, often caused by posture, injury, or daily stress.

Chiropractic Care: Restores alignment, reduces nerve pressure, and improves mobility.
Acupuncture: Relieves inflammation, relaxes muscles, and supports natural healing.
Shockwave Therapy: Stimulates circulation and repairs stubborn soft tissue injuries.
Massage Therapy: Releases muscle tension, improves circulation, and provides relaxation.

Neck Pain

Neck pain often comes from poor posture, stress, or whiplash injuries.

Chiropractic Care: Corrects alignment and eases spinal strain.
Acupuncture: Reduces tension, improves blood flow, and calms nerve irritation.
Massage Therapy: Loosens tight muscles, eases stiffness, and restores comfort.

Headaches

Headaches and migraines may result from tension, posture, or spinal misalignments.

Chiropractic Care: Addresses spinal issues linked to tension headaches.
Acupuncture: Reduces frequency and intensity of headaches naturally.
Massage Therapy: Relaxes neck and shoulder muscles to ease pressure and stress.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy brings physical changes that can add stress to the spine, pelvis, and joints.

Chiropractic Care: Supports pelvic alignment, eases back pain, and promotes comfort.
Acupuncture: Encourages relaxation, reduces stress, and relieves pregnancy-related discomfort.
Massage Therapy: Provides gentle relief for sore muscles and improves circulation.

Pediatric Care

Gentle care for children can support healthy growth and development.

Chiropractic Care: Light adjustments help posture, comfort, and mobility.
Acupuncture: (With gentle, needle-free techniques) can boost immunity and calm the nervous system.
Massage Therapy: Soothes growing muscles and encourages relaxation.

Car Accidents

Even minor accidents can cause whiplash, stiffness, or soft tissue injuries.

Chiropractic Care: Restores alignment and mobility after injury.
Acupuncture: Reduces pain and promotes faster healing.
Shockwave Therapy: Helps repair injured muscles, tendons, and scar tissue.
Massage Therapy: Reduces stiffness, relaxes muscles, and eases post-accident stress.

Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a spinal curve that may cause stiffness or discomfort.

Chiropractic Care: Helps improve mobility and reduce discomfort.
Acupuncture: Relieves pain and muscle tension.
Massage Therapy: Loosens tight muscles around the spine to improve comfort.

Knee Pain

Knee pain may come from injuries, arthritis, or overuse.

Chiropractic Care: Improves alignment and reduces strain on the knee.
Acupuncture: Relieves inflammation and promotes tissue healing.
Shockwave Therapy: Stimulates repair of tendons and ligaments for chronic pain.
Massage Therapy: Relaxes surrounding muscles and improves flexibility.

Services We Offer:

1.) Chiropractic:

Chiropractic care focuses on the health of your spine, joints, and nervous system to help your body move and feel its best. Gentle adjustments are used to restore proper alignment, reduce pain, and improve mobility. Many people seek chiropractic care for back pain, neck pain, headaches, or posture concerns, but it can also support overall wellbeing and keep your body functioning at its best.

2.) Acupuncture:

Acupuncture is a gentle, natural therapy that has been used for thousands of years to support health and wellbeing. It works by placing very fine, sterile needles at specific points on the body to encourage balance, improve circulation, and release tension.
Many people find acupuncture helpful for easing pain, reducing stress, improving sleep, boosting energy, and supporting recovery from injuries. Because it works with your body’s own healing response, it’s a safe and drug-free option that can be tailored to your individual needs.
Treatments are relaxing, and most patients describe the experience as calming and restorative—often leaving with a sense of ease and wellbeing.

3.) Massage Therapy:

Massage therapy is a relaxing, hands-on treatment that helps release muscle tension, improve circulation, and support your body’s natural healing process. It can ease everyday aches and pains, reduce stress, and promote deep relaxation. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, dealing with stiffness, or simply in need of some “me time,” massage therapy is a safe and restorative way to feel better in both body and mind.

4.) Stemwave treatments:

“Shockwave therapy: fast, gentle relief for stubborn aches and pains.”
Shockwave therapy is a gentle, non-surgical treatment that helps your body heal itself. Using pulses of sound waves, it targets areas of pain or injury to boost circulation, break down tight tissue, and speed up recovery.
It’s especially helpful for stubborn problems like heel pain (plantar fasciitis), tennis or golfer’s elbow, shoulder pain, or long-lasting tendon and muscle issues. Many people notice improvements after just a few sessions, with little to no downtime.
The treatment is quick, safe, and drug-free—making it a great option if you’re looking to ease pain, restore movement, and get back to doing the things you love.
Most patients experience relief after just a few sessions, with minimal downtime and side effects. The therapy is safe, effective, and supported by clinical research as a valuable option for managing chronic pain and soft tissue injuries.

5.) Pregnancy care:

Chiropractic care during pregnancy is a safe and gentle way to support your changing body. As your posture shifts and extra pressure is placed on your spine and joints, chiropractic adjustments can help ease back pain, reduce pelvic discomfort, and improve overall mobility. Many expectant mothers also find it helps them feel more balanced and comfortable as their pregnancy progresses. Care is always tailored to you and your baby, with techniques designed to be both gentle and supportive.

6.) Manual traction:

A gentle hands-on stretch that relieves pressure in the lower back, eases pain, and restores mobility.

7.) Hydromassage:

HydroMassage is a relaxing treatment that uses warm water and gentle pressure to soothe tired muscles and release tension—all without getting wet. As you lie back, waves of water move through the body to ease soreness, improve circulation, and promote deep relaxation. It’s a comfortable, stress-relieving experience that leaves you feeling refreshed, relaxed, and re-energized.

8.) Cupping Therapy

A natural treatment that uses gentle suction to ease muscle tension, improve circulation, and promote relaxation.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care that eases pain, restores balance, and supports your journey to better health. Through chiropractic care, acupuncture, and massage therapy, we create a warm and welcoming space where you can heal and thrive.

The History of Chiropractic Care

The word “Chiropractic” is derived from the Greek words “cheir” (hand) and “praktos” (done) combined to mean “done by hand.” It was chosen by the developer of chiropractic care, Daniel David Palmer. In 1895, D.D. Palmer performed a chiropractic adjustment on a partially deaf janitor, Harvey Lillard, who later reported that his hearing had improved due to the change.

D.D. Palmer opened the first chiropractic school two years later, and in the century since, chiropractic professionals have used spinal adjustments to help people prevent and cope with back pain, carpal tunnel, muscle strain, headaches and migraines, and a variety of other physical ailments. Millions of people benefit from the work of Dr. Palmer today.

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What Kind of Training Does a Chiropractor Have?

Chiropractic doctors go through a minimum of four years of schooling at a chiropractic college, generally preceded by an undergraduate degree in the basic sciences or several years of experience in a prior relevant health care field.

Students of chiropractic care must spend a minimum of at least 4,200 hours with their teacher, and a minimum of 1,000 hours of fully supervised clinical training with an instructor as they learn the appropriate diagnosis and techniques to help heal your body and restore it to its natural, fully functioning state.

At Block Wellness our chiropractic team is ready to meet with you to discuss your needs. We will help to design a program that is right for you. We look forward to meeting you.

Align Your Spine And Your Health

Do you know the importance of a healthy spine and it’s connection to the nervous system? Have you suffered from headaches, body aches, digestion problems, and more? In this episode, Dr. Debra Block explains why a visit to a chiropractor may be the answer to all of your ailments.

Chiropractic care is not only for the patient that suffered a traumatic car accident or fall. Dr. Block shares with us stories of healing chronic headaches, helping children potty train, and more in part 1 and some helpful tips on what you can do everyday to help your body stay in alignment in part 2 of this series.

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"I went to Dr Block during a time when I had a back injury. Within 2 visits my back pain was non-existent. During one visit I mentioned a bad knee and she worked on it and it slipped at a much lesser rate. Professional, excellent listener, I recommend."

Maureen S.

"The Block Chiropractic and Rehab family deserve the Presidential Medal of Freedom for the relief they provide their clients and patients. I have been battling a dull, constant ache in my side for like 6-7 years. YEARS!! Just one visit, all that tension. All that soreness. Tight, sensitive, acute pain… Gone. In one visit. Anyone else who has been battling constant uncomfort… daily pain… never-ending extreme-sensitivity… Deserve to visit this wonderful, magical, friendly place. Just don’t book your appointment on Tuesdays (cuz that’s my day) Go do it already! You’ll wish you signed up sooner!"

David P.

"Have you ever been to a practitioners office and because of a warm smile, a follow up phone call, or even a hug you felt as if you were their only patient? That’s how I feel every time I go to Block Chiropractic. Dr. Block really understands whole person care! I had a blast taping your episode for House Call with Dr. Mac!"

LaKeischa M.