Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Bend, OR
Plasker Chiropractic & Functional Neurology is dedicated to transforming lives through specialized neurological rehabilitation. Founded by Dr. Jacob Plasker, a board-certified functional neurologist and second-generation chiropractor, our practice combines decades of expertise with cutting-edge techniques to address complex neurological conditions. Dr. Plasker's personal journey of overcoming a childhood head injury through chiropractic care fuels our commitment to patient-centered healing. We prioritize thorough examinations, personalized treatment plans, and patient education to ensure optimal outcomes.Our team focuses on restoring functionality for conditions like concussions, developmental disorders, and vertigo while fostering long-term wellness. With advanced training from institutions like the Carrick Institute, we deliver evidence-based care rooted in neuroplasticity principles. Our mission is to empower patients to reclaim their health and enjoy life free from pain or neurological limitations.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Functional Neurology
Myofascial Release
Flexion Distraction
Rehabilitative Exercises
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified expertise in functional neurology
- Our treatments combine chiropractic care with advanced neurological rehabilitation
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to individual neurological needs
- Our doctor has 500+ hours of advanced training in functional neurology
- We focus on patient education and long-term wellness solutions
What people say
Impressive expertise
Gentle treatment
Life-changing results
Thorough explanations
Compassionate care
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments restore proper spinal alignment using gentle, targeted techniques. This treatment alleviates nerve impingements, reduces inflammation, and improves overall nervous system function. Patients experience relief from back pain, headaches, and mobility issues through our personalized adjustment protocols.
Functional Neurology
Functional neurology treatments address complex neurological conditions through neuroplasticity-based therapies. We develop customized programs for concussion recovery, developmental disorders, and balance issues. Our board-certified specialists use evidence-based techniques to improve brain-body communication and restore normal neurological function.
Myofascial Release
This specialized soft tissue therapy targets fascial restrictions causing chronic pain and limited mobility. Our practitioners use sustained pressure techniques to release muscle tension, improve circulation, and enhance range of motion. Patients benefit from reduced pain and improved musculoskeletal function through targeted myofascial treatments.
Flexion Distraction
Flexion distraction therapy gently decompresses spinal discs to relieve nerve compression. This non-surgical technique effectively treats sciatica, herniated discs, and degenerative disc disease. Patients experience reduced back pain and improved spinal mobility through our controlled, rhythmic distraction movements.
Rehabilitative Exercises
Customized exercise programs reinforce treatment outcomes and prevent future injuries. Our protocols focus on improving strength, balance, and coordination through targeted movements. Patients receive personalized home exercise plans to accelerate recovery and maintain long-term musculoskeletal health.
People
Dr. Jacob Plasker
Functional Neurologist
Board-certified functional neurologist with 500+ hours of advanced training from the Carrick Institute. Specializes in treating neurological disorders through chiropractic care. Combines personal experience overcoming paralysis with clinical expertise to deliver patient-centered treatments.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treating concussions, traumatic brain injuries, developmental disorders, vertigo, and chronic pain conditions through chiropractic and functional neurology approaches.
How does functional neurology work?
Functional neurology uses neuroplasticity principles to identify and treat nervous system dysfunction through customized therapy programs that improve brain-body communication and restore normal neurological function.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a comprehensive neurological examination, patient history review, and personalized treatment plan development. We'll explain all findings and answer questions about your recommended care.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting our office directly for insurance verification as policies vary. Our team helps patients understand coverage options for chiropractic and neurological services.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial consultations last 45-60 minutes. Follow-up sessions typically range from 30-45 minutes depending on individual treatment plans and progress.
What makes your practice unique?
Our board-certified functional neurologist combines advanced training with personal experience overcoming neurological challenges to deliver personalized, evidence-based care focused on long-term patient outcomes.
