Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Mitchell, SD
At Dakota Family Chiropractic, we have dedicated ourselves to providing comprehensive chiropractic care since 2001. Our practice combines traditional techniques with modern approaches to address a wide range of health concerns, from chronic pain to wellness maintenance. With a focus on spinal alignment and holistic treatment, we serve patients of all ages, including children and athletes. Our team of experienced professionals utilizes methods such as manual adjustments, decompression therapy, and acupuncture to promote natural healing.We prioritize personalized care, ensuring each patient receives a tailored treatment plan that aligns with their unique needs. Our commitment to the community extends beyond the clinic through educational resources and active involvement in local initiatives. By emphasizing preventive care and patient education, we aim to empower individuals to achieve long-term health and wellness. Our facility in Mitchell, SD, offers a welcoming environment where patients can receive expert care from a team that treats them like family.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Acupuncture
Spinal Decompression
Physiotherapy
Family Chiropractic
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized chiropractic care tailored to individual health goals.
- Our team utilizes advanced techniques like decompression therapy and acupuncture.
- We specialize in treating patients of all ages, including children and athletes.
- Our chiropractors have decades of combined experience in holistic health.
- We prioritize patient education to promote long-term wellness and prevention.
What people say
Treated like family
Effective pain relief
Personalized care plans
Professional staff
Quick recovery results
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments realign the spine to alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance nervous system function. This service addresses conditions like back pain, neck pain, and headaches through manual or instrument-assisted techniques. Patients benefit from reduced inflammation, improved posture, and better overall wellness when combined with lifestyle advice.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses fine needles to stimulate specific points on the body, promoting natural healing and pain relief. It treats chronic pain, migraines, stress, and digestive issues by balancing energy flow and triggering the body's self-healing mechanisms. Patients often experience reduced pain, improved sleep, and enhanced immune function after sessions.
Spinal Decompression
Spinal decompression gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on discs and nerves, treating herniations, sciatica, and chronic back pain. This non-surgical therapy promotes disc rehydration and nerve healing, offering long-term relief for patients with degenerative disc disease or spinal injuries.
Family Chiropractic
Family chiropractic provides safe, age-appropriate adjustments for children and adults to support growth, posture, and developmental health. It addresses issues like colic, ear infections, and sports injuries while promoting lifelong wellness through early spinal alignment and nervous system optimization.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy combines therapeutic exercises, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation to restore mobility and strength after injuries. This service targets muscle strains, joint pain, and post-surgical recovery, helping patients regain function and prevent future injuries through customized rehabilitation plans.
People
John Prunty
Chiropractor
Dr. John Prunty has practiced chiropractic care in Mitchell since 2001. He specializes in treating chronic pain, sports injuries, and pediatric conditions using manual adjustments and holistic therapies. He graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University and prioritizes patient-centered care.
Rylie Osthus
Chiropractor
Dr. Rylie Osthus focuses on sports chiropractic and functional movement assessments. She graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University and holds an Athletic Training Certification. Her approach integrates nutrition, mental health, and physical rehabilitation to optimize patient wellness.
Laci Baltzer
Office Manager
Laci Baltzer manages insurance coordination and patient scheduling at Dakota Family Chiropractic. With over two decades of experience, she ensures seamless administrative operations while maintaining a patient-focused approach to billing and appointments.
Cheri Claggett
Certified Chiropractic Assistant
Cheri Claggett assists with physiotherapy applications and patient care. She has supported chiropractic treatments at Dakota Family Chiropractic since 2004, focusing on therapeutic modalities to enhance treatment outcomes for musculoskeletal conditions.
Melissa Prunty
Business Manager
Melissa Prunty oversees bookkeeping, advertising, and office management at Dakota Family Chiropractic. A licensed occupational therapist, she balances administrative duties with family responsibilities while supporting the clinic's operational growth.
Questions
What conditions do you treat at Dakota Family Chiropractic?
We treat back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches, sports injuries, pediatric conditions, and wellness care using chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, and physiotherapy.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
Yes, our team provides gentle, age-appropriate adjustments for children to address developmental issues, posture, and injuries while supporting overall growth and wellness.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we work with most major insurance plans. Our office manager assists with insurance coordination to ensure seamless billing and coverage verification.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a consultation, physical exam, and treatment plan discussion. Adjustments or therapies may begin immediately based on your condition and goals.
Are your chiropractors licensed?
Yes, all our chiropractors hold active South Dakota licenses and complete ongoing education to maintain expertise in spinal health and holistic care.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, credit cards, and flexible payment plans. Contact our office for details on financing options for extended treatment plans.
