About
Joshua Hover grew up in Battle Creek, MI, where sports were a constant presence from an early age. He started playing hockey at age three and competed in multiple athletic pursuits through grade school and high school. That lifelong immersion in athletics shaped his path toward chiropractic medicine. Dr. Hover, known to many patients as Dr. J, now practices as a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine. His background gives him a grounded understanding of how the body moves, performs, and heals.
Who is Dr. Hover right for?
Dr. Hover is a strong fit for active patients and athletes seeking root-cause care. People dealing with musculoskeletal issues or performance recovery benefit from his chiropractic and functional medicine background. His athletic upbringing gives him a practical understanding of how the body performs under physical demand. Patients who want a collaborative, whole-person approach will find his style a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hover specializes in chiropractic medicine and functional medicine. His practice focuses on identifying root causes of health concerns rather than managing symptoms alone. His background as a lifelong athlete informs his approach to movement, recovery, and physical performance.
Dr. Hover holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree, not an MD. He practices as a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine and also focuses on functional medicine principles.
Dr. Hover works well with active individuals, athletes, and patients dealing with musculoskeletal concerns. His lifelong involvement in athletics gives him a practical understanding of how physical demands affect the body. He also sees patients seeking a root-cause approach to broader health concerns.
Dr. Hover grew up in Battle Creek, Michigan. He started playing hockey at age three and competed in multiple sports throughout his school years. That early immersion in athletics shaped his path toward chiropractic medicine.
Yes. Many patients know Dr. Hover as Dr. J. He uses this informal name within the practice at WholeHealth Chicago Wheaton.
Dr. Hover looks for root causes behind health concerns rather than addressing symptoms in isolation. He brings both chiropractic and functional medicine perspectives to each patient. His athletic background gives him a grounded understanding of how the body moves, performs, and heals.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026