Eight tools, two doctors
Dr. James A. Smith and Dr. Justin M. Smith care for patients from infants to seniors with proven techniques and gentle methods. Start with a free consultation, then read on for what each treatment does. If you would like to know the people behind them, meet the doctors.
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Manual manipulation
Hands-on, specific adjustments to restore motion to stiff, guarded joints of the spine and extremities.
A stiff joint usually feels one-sided and guarded. The doctor takes your history, feels along the spine for the segments that are not moving, delivers a quick, specific adjustment and then re-checks.
Read about chiropractic adjustments
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Instrument adjusting
A hand-held instrument delivers a light, quick impulse, a gentle option for infants, seniors and anyone who dislikes the twist.
It suits infants, seniors and anyone who would rather skip the twist, and it often pairs with hands-on work in the same visit.
Read about activator treatment
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Imaging
Films taken when the exam calls for them, so the doctor can see alignment, disc spaces and old injuries before adjusting.
Films show alignment, disc space, prior injury and degeneration. Findings shape the plan the doctor lays out at your report of findings, before any course of care begins.
Read about x-raysSoft tissue
Deep, gentle heating of sore muscle and tendon with an ultrasound applicator and gel, often paired with an adjustment.
Cold therapy
Targeted cold for fresh strains and swelling, applied in the office and explained for home use between visits.
Motion table
Lying on a motorized roller table that gently moves each segment of the spine, a warm-up that loosens stiff backs.
Muscle knots
Sustained, specific pressure on the tight knots that refer pain into the head, shoulder or hip.
After a wreck
Exam, x-rays and a documented care plan for whiplash and other injuries after a car accident or personal injury.
Free consultations
Every new patient is offered a free consultation. Questions about the first visit are answered in the FAQ.
The practice’s own list: Chiropractic Manual Manipulations (Adjustments), Activator Treatment, X-rays, Therapeutic Ultrasound, Cryotherapy, Segmental Traction, Trigger Point Therapy, Auto Accident Treatment, Personal Injury Treatment and Free Consultations.
Conditions and coverage
Most major insurance accepted, including BC/BS, Medicare and United Healthcare. Not sure your plan is on the list? Call the office and ask before you book.
Spinal Care, Back & Neck Pain, Sciatica, Headaches & Migraines, TMJ.
Muscle Pain, Sports Injuries, Carpal Tunnel, Auto Accident Care.
Pediatric Chiropractic Care, Pregnancy Back Pain, Natural Health Care.
BC/BS, Blue Choice, Health Care Partner, Medicare Provider, PPO Provider, PTA, United Healthcare, and many more.
Mon-Wed & Fri 8-12, 2-5 · Thu 10-1
The exam decides which tools fit, so you do not have to pick from a list. Book the free consultation at 945 S. Baxter Ave, or send a note through the contact page. The office closes for lunch from noon to 2 on weekdays and keeps short hours on Thursday, so a call is the quickest way in.