Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractic Care Provider in Juneau, AK
Since 1983, Aurora Chiropractic Center in Juneau, AK, has been dedicated to transforming lives through personalized chiropractic care. Our practice combines advanced diagnostic tools with specialized treatments like the Gonstead method, spinal decompression, and therapeutic exercise to address chronic pain, injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions. With decades of experience, we prioritize precise diagnosis through X-rays and orthopedic evaluations, creating tailored treatment plans that include adjustments, massage therapy, and custom orthotics.Our commitment to holistic wellness extends to family chiropractic care, sports injury rehabilitation, and nutritional counseling, ensuring comprehensive relief for patients across Southeast Alaska. Backed by an extensive referral network and partnerships with top Northwest medical professionals, we serve communities in Juneau, Hoonah, Kake, Haines, and beyond. Our mission remains clear: to help every patient achieve lasting pain relief, improved mobility, and a higher quality of life through expert, compassionate care.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Spinal Decompression
Massage Therapy
Cryotherapy
Electrical Stimulation
Custom Orthotics
Therapeutic Exercise
Neck Pain Treatments
Auto Injury Care
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in chiropractic and orthopedic care.
- Our team utilizes advanced diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans.
- We provide specialized therapies including Gonstead adjustments and spinal decompression.
- Our practice serves communities across Southeast Alaska with compassionate care.
- We maintain partnerships with top Northwest medical professionals for comprehensive treatment.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments focus on correcting spinal misalignments to alleviate pain and improve nervous system function. Using manual techniques and specialized instruments, we treat conditions like back pain, neck pain, and headaches. Patients benefit from enhanced mobility, reduced inflammation, and improved overall wellness through our precise, evidence-based approach.
Spinal Decompression
Spinal decompression therapy relieves pressure on herniated or bulging discs using advanced traction technology. This non-surgical treatment creates negative disc pressure to rehydrate spinal discs and promote healing. Patients experience reduced sciatica symptoms, improved nerve function, and lasting relief from chronic back pain through personalized decompression protocols.
Massage Therapy
Our licensed massage therapists provide deep tissue, sports, and prenatal massage to address muscle tension and injury recovery. Techniques improve circulation, reduce stress, and enhance flexibility through targeted soft tissue manipulation. Patients receive customized sessions combining Swedish strokes with myofascial release for optimal pain management and relaxation.
Custom Orthotics
Custom foot orthotics correct biomechanical imbalances by providing personalized arch support and pressure distribution. These prescription devices alleviate foot, knee, and back pain while improving posture and gait efficiency. Patients receive durable, activity-specific orthotics designed to address individual structural needs and enhance daily comfort.
Therapeutic Exercise
Therapeutic exercise programs restore strength, flexibility, and endurance through targeted movement prescriptions. Our supervised rehabilitation includes flexibility training, resistance exercises, and balance drills to improve functional mobility. Patients learn home exercise routines that complement chiropractic treatments for long-term musculoskeletal health and injury prevention.
People
Dr. Steven D. Messerschmidt DC
Chiropractor
Dr. Messerschmidt has practiced chiropractic care in Juneau since 1983, specializing in orthopedic and neuromusculoskeletal medicine. He combines Gonstead technique expertise with comprehensive rehabilitation strategies to treat chronic pain and sports injuries. His patient-centered approach emphasizes accurate diagnosis through X-rays and personalized treatment plans for lasting wellness outcomes.
Aimee Olejasz
Licensed Massage Therapist
Aimee has provided therapeutic massage services at Aurora Chiropractic since 1998, specializing in deep tissue and sports massage techniques. With 750 hours of training from Cortiva Institute, she focuses on injury treatment and post-cancer recovery. Her expertise enhances patient rehabilitation through targeted soft tissue therapy and pain management strategies.
Grace Gordon
Licensed Massage Therapist
Grace brings 10 years of chiropractic-focused massage experience, specializing in myofascial release and trigger point therapy. Trained at American Institute of Clinical Massage with 1,250 practice hours, she integrates Lomi Lomi and Shiatsu techniques. Her work complements chiropractic adjustments by addressing muscular tension and improving treatment outcomes.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you specialize in?
We specialize in Gonstead method, flexion distraction, and spinal decompression techniques for precise, effective pain relief.
Do you treat auto accident injuries?
Yes, we provide comprehensive care for auto injury rehabilitation including spinal adjustments and soft tissue therapy.
Are massage therapy services covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan - our staff will verify your insurance benefits before treatment begins.
How long do chiropractic appointments typically last?
Initial consultations take 45-60 minutes with follow-up sessions ranging from 15-30 minutes.
Do you offer payment plans for treatment?
We discuss flexible payment options and financial arrangements during your initial consultation.
What areas do you serve for chiropractic care?
We serve Juneau, Hoonah, Kake, Haines, Petersburg, and surrounding Southeast Alaska communities.
