Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractic Care in Bellefonte, PA
At Benner Pike Chiropractic Clinic, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional chiropractic care since 1987. Our practice is built on the foundation of personalized attention, utilizing the Gonstead Systema thoroughly researched, full-spine approach tailored to individual patient needs. With over 37 years of experience serving central Pennsylvania, our team of certified professionals prioritizes holistic health by addressing both acute and chronic conditions through precise adjustments and comprehensive care plans. We emphasize patient education, corrective exercises, and preventive strategies to promote long-term wellness. Our clinic specializes in treating a wide range of conditions, from low back pain and sciatica to extremity issues and neurological concerns, ensuring each patient achieves optimal health.Led by Dr. Tony Marrara, a leader in extremity adjusting, and supported by a skilled administrative team, we maintain a commitment to excellence through continuous education and advanced methodologies. Our vision is to create a caring environment where patients receive effective, stress-free care that empowers them to live pain-free, active lives. We serve individuals of all ages, including athletes, pregnant women, and those recovering from trauma, with a focus on community health and well-being. By combining technical expertise with a patient-centered approach, we strive to be the trusted choice for chiropractic care in Bellefonte, PA.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Gonstead Method
Corrective Exercises
Extremity Adjusting
Wellness Programs
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We utilize the Gonstead System, a research-backed, full-spine adjustment method.
- Our team has over 37 years of experience treating patients of all ages.
- Personalized care plans address individual health goals and conditions.
- Specialized expertise in extremity adjusting for shoulders, knees, and TMJ.
- Comprehensive approach combines adjustments with corrective exercises and education.
Associations and certifications
- Gonstead Clinical Study Society
- Palmer College of Chiropractic
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments use the Gonstead System to correct spinal misalignments and nerve interference. This hands-on technique targets the root cause of pain, improving mobility and overall health. Patients experience relief from back pain, headaches, and extremity issues through precise, safe adjustments tailored to individual needs.
Gonstead Method
The Gonstead Method combines thermal analysis, motion palpation, and X-rays to identify spinal issues. This comprehensive approach ensures accurate adjustments for conditions like sciatica, TMJ, and disc problems. Patients benefit from a research-backed system that prioritizes long-term wellness over temporary symptom relief.
Corrective Exercises
Custom corrective exercises strengthen muscles and improve posture post-adjustment. These exercises prevent future injuries and enhance recovery from chronic conditions. Patients learn safe, effective movements to maintain spinal health and functional mobility between visits.
Extremity Adjusting
Extremity adjusting targets non-spinal joints like shoulders, knees, and wrists. This technique alleviates pain from sports injuries, arthritis, or repetitive strain. Patients regain joint function and reduce nerve irritation through specialized adjustments performed by experienced chiropractors.
Wellness Programs
Our wellness programs focus on maintaining health through regular adjustments and lifestyle education. Patients receive guidance on nutrition, exercise, and posture to support spinal health. These programs emphasize proactive care to prevent pain recurrence and promote overall well-being for active, pain-free living.
People
Tony Marrara
Founder & Chiropractor
Dr. Tony Marrara founded Benner Pike Chiropractic Clinic in 1987 after graduating from Palmer College. A leader in extremity adjusting, he has taught Gonstead methodology globally and specializes in treating patients from infants to seniors with a focus on sports injuries and wellness care.
Jesse Bathgate
Chiropractor
Dr. Jesse Bathgate joined the clinic after graduating from Palmer College in 2021. He specializes in extremity adjusting and Gonstead technique, trained under leaders like Dr. Mitch Mally. Dr. Bathgate focuses on community health and preventive care for patients of all activity levels.
Seungwan Kim
Chiropractor
Dr. Seungwan Kim earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College, where he excelled in Gonstead studies. He specializes in sports-related injuries and uses chiropractic care to enhance athletic performance, treating patients with conditions ranging from disc issues to extremity pain.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you specialize in?
We specialize in the Gonstead System, a precise full-spine adjustment method, and extremity adjusting for joints like shoulders and knees.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat low back pain, sciatica, headaches, TMJ, extremity injuries, disc issues, and neurological conditions like vertigo.
What happens during a first visit?
Your first visit includes a health history review, physical exam, possible X-rays, and a personalized care plan discussion with your chiropractor.
Do you offer wellness or preventive care?
Yes, we provide wellness programs combining adjustments, corrective exercises, and lifestyle education to maintain long-term spinal health.
Are your services covered by insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans and can help verify coverage during your initial consultation.
