Michael J. Cleaver, D.C., has joined St. Helena Chiropractic.

Cleaver uses two primary chiropractic techniques, manual and activator, the latter is the No. 1 low-force method used by chiropractors worldwide.

He is one of only 2 percent of all chiropractors who have achieved the advanced activator designation. He provides services for pain relief as well as long-term wellness care.

Cleaver recently moved to Napa Valley, where he lives with his wife Lisa and stepdaughter Catherine. Previously, he ran an individual practice in Cupertino for five years, where he lived.

He studied at Palmer College of Chiropractic where he graduated magna cum laude and was awarded inclusion in the International Chiropractic Honor Society, Pi Tau Delta. Cleaver also holds a masters of business administration from Saint Mary’s College of California and a bachelor of science in business administration from California Polytechnic State University.

“My focus extends beyond pain relief with the goal to help all of my patients reach optimal health,” Cleaver said.

St. Helena Chiropractic is at 1282 Vidovich Avenue in St. Helena, California.

For more information, call 963-9433 or 408-313-4143.