Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Kensington, MD
At Complete Chiropractic & Rehabilitation, we are dedicated to providing ethical, patient-centered care rooted in diagnosis, treatment, and education. Our mission is to help patients achieve their wellness goals through personalized chiropractic and rehabilitation services. With a focus on spinal health, soft tissue therapy, and injury recovery, we combine advanced techniques like dry needling, flexion-distraction, and therapeutic modalities to address acute and chronic pain. Our team prioritizes individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, abilities, and goals.Backed by certifications in sports chiropractic, pediatric care, and rehabilitation, we serve the community with expertise in treating sports injuries, accident-related trauma, and everyday aches. We emphasize long-term wellness through patient education, home exercises, and preventive care to reduce future injury risks. Located in Kensington, MD, our practice offers convenient access and a commitment to improving lives through holistic, evidence-based chiropractic care.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Dry Needling
Soft Tissue Therapy
Rehabilitation Programs
Therapeutic Modalities
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to individual wellness goals
- Our team uses advanced techniques like dry needling and flexion-distraction therapy
- Certified in sports chiropractic, pediatric care, and rehabilitation
- Focus on long-term wellness through preventive care education
- Convenient Kensington, MD location with comprehensive rehabilitation programs
What people say
Personalized treatment plans
Effective pain relief
Knowledgeable staff
Thorough treatment
Wellness-focused approach
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Manual spinal adjustments realign vertebrae to improve nerve function and reduce pain. This treatment addresses misalignments causing musculoskeletal issues through controlled force techniques. Patients benefit from improved range of motion and reduced soft tissue tension.
Dry Needling
Targeted dry needling treats muscle knots using thin needles to release tension and improve mobility. This evidence-based technique addresses myofascial pain by disrupting dysfunctional soft tissue patterns. Patients experience reduced pain and increased muscle function through this Western medicine approach.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Manual therapy techniques break down scar tissue and adhesions in muscles, ligaments, and tendons. This treatment improves tissue elasticity and joint stability through hands-on or instrument-assisted methods. Patients achieve better movement patterns and reduced chronic pain symptoms.
Rehabilitation Programs
Custom rehabilitation plans combine therapeutic exercises and modalities to restore pre-injury function. These programs strengthen damaged soft tissues and improve joint stability through progressive home and office-based treatments. Patients learn preventive techniques to avoid future injuries.
Therapeutic Modalities
Complementary treatments include cryotherapy, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation for pain relief. These modalities reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and relax muscle spasms. Patients receive tailored combinations to enhance chiropractic adjustments and accelerate healing.
People
Tara Z. Kern, DC, CCSP
Owner
Dr. Kern holds a Doctorate of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College with certifications in sports medicine, dry needling, and pediatric care. She focuses on individualized treatment plans combining chiropractic adjustments with rehabilitation techniques.
Questions
Do you accept Cigna insurance?
We are out-of-network with Cigna as of January 31, 2023, but can provide superbills for potential reimbursement.
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
We employ diversified, instrument-assisted, flexion-distraction, Thompson drop, and extremity adjusting techniques.
Are new patients welcome?
Yes, new patients can schedule appointments through our website or by calling the office.
What rehabilitation services are offered?
Our rehabilitation includes therapeutic exercises, soft tissue therapy, and modalities to restore pre-injury function.
Is dry needling painful?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort with our certified dry needling treatments.
