Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Spine Health Specialists in Berlin, MD
Optimal Health Chiropractic has been dedicated to improving patients' quality of life through personalized chiropractic care since 2008. Our practice combines advanced techniques with a patient-centered approach, tailoring treatment plans to address individual needs, goals, and conditions. We prioritize comprehensive spinal health, utilizing methods like adjustments, decompression, and therapeutic ultrasound to alleviate pain and enhance overall wellness.Our team of experienced chiropractors brings expertise from diverse backgrounds, including sports medicine and holistic health, to deliver evidence-based solutions. With a focus on education and preventive care, we empower patients to achieve long-term health through natural, non-invasive therapies.
Services
Spinal Adjustments
Spinal Decompression
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Dry Needling
Custom Foot Orthotics
Electrical Stimulation Therapy
Graston Technique
Nutrition Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We create personalized treatment plans for individual needs and conditions.
- Our team includes chiropractors with specialized training in sports medicine and holistic health.
- We offer advanced therapies like spinal decompression and therapeutic ultrasound.
- Comprehensive care addressing root causes, not just symptoms.
- Convenient online patient forms and flexible appointment scheduling.
Services
Spinal Adjustments
Spinal adjustments restore proper joint function and nervous system communication through precise manual techniques. This treatment alleviates pain, reduces inflammation, and improves mobility for conditions like back pain, headaches, and joint issues. Our chiropractors use gentle, targeted movements tailored to each patient's specific needs and comfort level.
Spinal Decompression
Spinal decompression therapy uses computer-controlled traction to relieve pressure on herniated or bulging discs. This non-surgical treatment promotes disc rehydration and nerve decompression, effectively addressing sciatica, neck pain, and chronic back conditions through a series of customized treatment sessions.
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasound delivers deep heat to soft tissues using high-frequency sound waves. This modality increases blood flow, reduces muscle spasms, and accelerates healing for injuries like tendonitis, muscle strains, and joint inflammation through targeted, non-invasive treatment sessions.
Dry Needling
Dry needling targets myofascial trigger points using thin filament needles to release muscle tension and alleviate pain. This technique effectively treats chronic pain conditions, sports injuries, and repetitive strain injuries by addressing specific areas of muscular dysfunction.
Custom Foot Orthotics
Custom foot orthotics provide personalized arch support and pressure distribution for improved biomechanics. These prescription devices correct gait imbalances, alleviate foot/ankle pain, and address related issues like knee and back discomfort through precisely contoured, durable footwear inserts.
People
Dr. Jeff Michael
Chiropractor
Graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic with experience in competitive sports medicine. Specializes in active lifestyle chiropractic care, combining rugby, surfing, and snowboarding expertise with pain management solutions since 2008.
Dr. Sarah Kernan
Chiropractor
Valedictorian of Palmer College of Chiropractic focusing on integrative health approaches. Combines chiropractic care with nutrition and exercise counseling, emphasizing proactive wellness through her expertise in yoga and running-related biomechanics.
Dr. James Matchett
Chiropractor
Life University graduate with specialized training in Active Release Technique. Former team chiropractor for Washington Redskins, offering sports chiropractic expertise and athletic training experience for performance optimization and injury recovery.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, sciatica, and musculoskeletal conditions through chiropractic adjustments and complementary therapies.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance providers except Aetna and Medicaid. Please contact our office to verify your specific plan coverage.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a comprehensive examination, discussion of findings, and creation of a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific condition and goals.
Are your treatments painful?
Most treatments are gentle and non-invasive. Our chiropractors modify techniques to ensure patient comfort while achieving effective results through pain-free adjustments.
How long do treatment sessions last?
Initial visits take 45-60 minutes. Follow-up sessions typically last 20-30 minutes depending on your customized treatment plan and specific needs.
Do you offer online scheduling?
We provide online patient forms for new patients. Contact our office directly at 410-629-1845 to schedule appointments and discuss your specific needs.
