About Dr. Joshua Alvarado | Springfield, VA Chiropractor
The Story of Spinal Health Group
Providing Exceptional Care for Over 25 Years
Spinal Health Group has been a trusted part of the Springfield community for decades. The practice was originally founded by Dr. Peter Huynh, who dedicated his career to helping people restore movement, reduce pain, and live healthier lives.
With a background in biomedical and electrical engineering from Duke University and advanced training in medical acupuncture, Dr. Peter built a reputation for combining innovation with compassionate care.
When Dr. Josh Alvarado took over the practice, he did not just inherit a building. He stepped into a tradition of care that Dr. Peter had spent a career building. Today, Dr. Josh continues that legacy with a focus on movement, activity, and helping patients of all ages return to the things they love most.
What began years ago with Dr. Peter now continues with Dr. Josh, a tradition of care built to last for generations.
Dr. Joshua Alvarado
Chiropractor and Acupuncturist | Sports Injury and Wellness
Dr. Josh's journey to chiropractic care began with a lifelong passion for movement and a desire to help people live their best lives. As a high school athlete, he was fascinated by the way the human body works and what it takes to perform at its peak. That early curiosity grew into a calling: to help others stay active, strong, and pain free.
At first, Dr. Josh considered a career in physical therapy. But he soon realized the profession was limited by a system that often focused more on managing symptoms than uncovering the true source of pain. A life-changing encounter with a chiropractor opened his eyes to a better path, one that allowed him to focus on restoring movement, improving function, and helping people return to the activities they love.
For Dr. Josh, chiropractic care is not just about adjustments. It is about giving people the freedom to move, the strength to feel confident, and the opportunity to live fully. His approach is simple: listen, understand, and create a plan of care that is tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
Whether you want to get back on the field, play with your kids without pain, or simply enjoy your daily routine again, Dr. Josh is committed to helping you get there.
Education and Credentials
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Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science, Sports Medicine Concentration — Colorado State University (2005)
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Doctor of Chiropractic — New York Chiropractic College (2011)
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In practice since 2012
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NBCE Board Certified
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Medical Acupuncture Certification — International Academy of Medical Acupuncture (2014)
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Dry Needling Certification — Dry Needling Institute (2017)
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Virginia Chiropractic License No. 0104556962
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Member, Virginia Chiropractic Association (VCA)
About Spinal Health Group in Springfield, Virginia
At Spinal Health Group, we are more than just a chiropractic office. We are your neighbors. As a true family-owned practice, run by Dr. Joshua Alvarado and his wife right here in Springfield, we understand the unique needs of active families and individuals living in the Washington D.C. suburbs.
Our mission is simple: to keep you moving. Whether you are a dedicated runner, a busy parent, an athlete, or someone balancing long hours at a desk with the desire for an active lifestyle, we are here to help you stay strong, healthy, and pain free. We believe the human body is capable of incredible things, and our role is to give it the tools it needs to heal and thrive.
You will find that our care is straightforward and practical. We do not believe in long, cookie-cutter treatment plans or unnecessary costs. Instead, we focus on getting you back to feeling your best as quickly and effectively as possible. Using a wide range of proven techniques including chiropractic care, acupuncture, dry needling, cupping, and soft tissue mobilization, we create personalized plans designed around your goals and your lifestyle.
Patients visit us from Springfield, Burke, Alexandria, Annandale, Fairfax Station, Lorton, and throughout Northern Virginia. We are proud to serve this community, and we treat every patient like a neighbor — because most of them are.
"The best in NOVA"
Doctor Josh Alvarado is one of the best practitioners I’ve ever encountered.
He’s been helping me with my back and neck pain, and different sports related injuries for the last 4 years, using different treatments like dry needles, cupping, massage therapy and more.
He’s a true expert! The best in NOVA 🙌
- David M.
Verified 5-Star Google Review
"Highly recommend!"
Highly recommend! Doc Josh helped with me so much.
Bad back issues (discs thinning, bone spurs, hernia) and he worked with me in pin pointing issues and finding the best and quickest solutions. If it took time then it took time but he didn't waste it.
Very knowledgeable and very considerate. Come here with your issues
- Jonathan H.
Verified 5-Star Google Review