Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Bluffton, SC
Bluffton Family Chiropractic is dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve optimal health through personalized chiropractic care. With over four decades of combined experience, our team has served Bluffton and surrounding areas since 2003, offering comprehensive wellness solutions that address both acute and chronic conditions. We specialize in a variety of chiropractic techniques, including spinal adjustments, decompression therapy, and pediatric care, ensuring tailored treatments for patients of all ages. Our commitment to patient-centered care is reflected in our holistic approach, which prioritizes long-term wellness over temporary symptom relief. By integrating evidence-based practices with compassionate service, we empower patients to unlock their bodies' innate healing potential.Our team includes board-certified doctors with expertise in sports medicine, prenatal care, and geriatric wellness, supported by licensed massage therapists for complementary therapy. Through community education and preventive care initiatives, we strive to make chiropractic services accessible to all. Our facility features cutting-edge diagnostic tools, including on-site digital X-ray and thermography screenings, ensuring accurate assessments and targeted treatments. With flexible scheduling and a focus on patient education, we aim to create a welcoming environment for families seeking natural healthcare solutions.
Services
Spinal Adjustment
Massage Therapy
Decompression Therapy
Thermography
Pediatric Chiropractic
Intersegmental Traction
Cold Laser Therapy
Flexion Distraction
Prenatal Care
Active Release Technique
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Family-focused care for all ages from newborns to seniors
- Specialized training in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic
- Diverse techniques including decompression and Active Release Therapy
- Experienced team with combined 40+ years in practice
- Integrated wellness approach combining chiropractic and massage therapy
What people say
Effective decompression therapy
Professional and friendly staff
Excellent chronic pain relief
Family-friendly environment
Personalized treatment plans
Services
Spinal Adjustment
Our chiropractors use precise spinal manipulation techniques to correct vertebral subluxations and restore proper nerve function. This treatment improves posture, alleviates pain, and enhances overall wellness through non-invasive manual adjustments tailored to individual patient needs.
Massage Therapy
Licensed therapists offer customized massage treatments combining Swedish, deep tissue, and myofascial release techniques to relieve muscle tension. These sessions improve circulation, reduce stress, and complement chiropractic care for enhanced recovery and relaxation benefits.
Decompression Therapy
The Back On Trac system provides non-surgical lumbar decompression for chronic back pain relief. This 15-minute treatment gently stretches the spine to reduce pressure on discs and nerves, helping patients with herniated or degenerative disc issues.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Specialized gentle adjustments for infants and children address developmental concerns and promote healthy growth. Our doctors trained in pediatric care use modified techniques that adapt to children's unique spinal structures and wellness needs.
Thermography
Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging detects abnormal body temperature patterns without radiation exposure. This screening tool identifies inflammation and circulatory issues, supporting preventive healthcare through early detection of physiological changes.
People
Dr. Jeff Aita
Family Practice Chiropractor
Certified chiropractic doctor with 40+ years experience, graduated with honors from National Chiropractic College in 1979. Founder of Life Force organization, Board of Trustees member at Life University.
Dr. Kate Aita Houpt
Pediatric Chiropractor
Specializes in infant and children's care with ICPA certification. Graduated with B.J. Palmer award for community service, provides Webster Technique for prenatal patients.
Dr. John Aita
Sports Chiropractor
Treates athletes with sports injury focus, holds biology degree from UNC Asheville. Specializes in Active Release Technique and pediatric care, former collegiate soccer player.
Dr. Kurt Marschner
Sports Medicine Specialist
23-year private practice veteran with Master's in human nutrition. Completed 300-hour functional neurology training, served as team physician for Connecticut sports teams.
Dr. Lori Clark
Administrative Director
40+ years in chiropractic profession, holds SC and NJ licenses. Oversees patient relations and administrative operations, graduated from Sherman College in 1983.
Questions
What chiropractic services do you offer?
We provide spinal adjustments, decompression therapy, pediatric care, prenatal chiropractic, massage therapy, and thermography screenings for holistic wellness.
Are your services safe for children?
Yes, our doctors have specialized training in pediatric chiropractic care for infants and children using gentle adjustment techniques.
What is vertebral subluxation?
Subluxation occurs when spinal vertebrae misalign, causing nerve interference that affects bodily functions through disrupted nerve signals.
Do you offer massage therapy?
Yes, our licensed massage therapists provide therapeutic sessions with options like prenatal, trigger point, and hot stone therapy.
What are your office hours?
Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM-7:00 PM, Friday 7:30 AM-6:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, Closed Sunday.
