Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Jacksonville, FL
Pierce Chiropractic & Rehabilitation has been dedicated to improving patient health through personalized chiropractic care since 1955. Our practice focuses on addressing the root causes of pain and dysfunction through three distinct phases of care: relief, restorative, and wellness. With expertise in spinal adjustments, therapeutic exercises, and complementary therapies, we help patients achieve lasting pain relief and improved functionality.Our team of experienced chiropractors and support staff prioritizes individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. We combine advanced techniques like upper cervical specific care with evidence-based rehabilitation strategies to optimize musculoskeletal health. Our commitment to patient education empowers individuals to maintain long-term wellness through proactive self-care and regular chiropractic maintenance.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Therapeutic Exercises
Massage Therapy
Spinal Decompression
Flexion Distraction
Upper Cervical Care
Activator Adjustments
Ultrasound Therapy
Electrical Stimulation
Mechanical Traction
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 years of combined chiropractic experience
- Our treatment plans combine spinal adjustments with rehabilitative exercises
- We provide three distinct phases of care for complete recovery
- Our team includes specialists in upper cervical care and spinal decompression
- We focus on long-term wellness, not just symptom relief
What people say
Amazing transformations
Pain finally relieved
Staff are very nice
No more pain
Excellent treatment
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments use both manual and instrument-assisted techniques to correct spinal misalignments. These treatments improve nervous system function, reduce pain, and enhance mobility through precise, controlled forces applied to specific vertebrae. Patients receive customized adjustment plans based on their individual needs and comfort levels.
Therapeutic Exercises
Therapeutic exercises focus on strengthening core muscles, improving posture, and enhancing joint stability. Our exercise programs combine functional movements with targeted stretches to accelerate recovery, prevent reinjury, and improve overall physical performance through neuromuscular re-education.
Spinal Decompression
Spinal decompression therapy gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on compressed discs and nerve roots. This non-surgical treatment promotes disc hydration, reduces inflammation, and facilitates healing for conditions like herniated discs, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease through controlled traction cycles.
Upper Cervical Care
Upper cervical care specializes in precise adjustments to the atlas vertebra using the Atlas Orthogonal technique. This gentle, instrument-based approach corrects misalignments at the skull-spine junction to improve neurological function, alleviate headaches, and enhance overall spinal mechanics.
Flexion Distraction
Flexion distraction therapy uses a specialized table to mobilize the spine through controlled flexion and distraction movements. This technique effectively treats disc herniations, spinal stenosis, and facet joint dysfunction by improving disc nutrition, reducing nerve compression, and restoring normal spinal motion patterns.
People
Dr. Thaoly Dowdy
Chiropractic Physician
Dr. Thaoly Dowdy graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic after earning her BS in Applied Physiology. She specializes in spinal rehabilitation and has practiced in Jacksonville since 2013, focusing on holistic patient care.
Dr. Joshua Dowdy
Chiropractic Physician
Dr. Joshua Dowdy received his Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College. He specializes in upper cervical care and corrective exercise planning, combining his exercise science background with chiropractic techniques for comprehensive patient treatment.
James
Radiologic Technologist
James graduated with honors from Keiser University's Radiologic Technology program. He provides imaging support for patient diagnoses, bringing technical expertise and attention to detail to our diagnostic processes since 2016.
Hillary
Office Manager
Hillary has served as office manager since 2015, applying her organizational skills from non-profit management to streamline patient care operations and maintain our welcoming, family-oriented practice environment.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
We use diversified techniques including manual adjustments, Activator methods, upper cervical specific care, and flexion distraction. Treatment plans are customized to each patient's needs and comfort level.
Do you treat conditions beyond back pain?
Yes, we treat neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions throughout the body using integrated chiropractic and rehabilitative approaches.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a consultation, comprehensive examination, and possible imaging studies. We'll develop a personalized treatment plan and discuss financial arrangements before starting care.
How long do treatment sessions last?
Initial visits take 45-60 minutes. Follow-up adjustments typically last 15-30 minutes, depending on the complexity of your treatment plan and additional therapies required.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with patients to maximize insurance benefits and provide necessary documentation. Payment arrangements are discussed during your initial consultation to ensure transparency.
What wellness programs do you offer?
Our wellness care includes maintenance adjustments, posture training, and preventive exercise programs designed to maintain spinal health and prevent recurrence of musculoskeletal issues.
