Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractors in Belfast, ME
Atlantic Bay Chiropractic has dedicated itself to empowering individuals to achieve optimal health through chiropractic care since its founding in 2003. Our state-of-the-art facility in Belfast, Maine, provides a serene and welcoming environment where patients of all ages receive personalized treatment for neuromusculoskeletal conditions. We specialize in addressing spine and extremity-related ailments, utilizing advanced techniques such as diversified adjustments, cold laser therapy, and cranial sacral therapy to alleviate pain and enhance mobility. Our holistic approach extends beyond manual adjustments, incorporating nutritional consultations, postural analysis, and rehabilitative exercises to address the root causes of discomfort.With a focus on patient education, we guide individuals toward sustainable wellness by fostering a deeper understanding of their bodies and the natural healing process. Our team, led by Dr. Tamara Kennard, combines decades of expertise with compassionate care to deliver results-driven solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. By prioritizing integrity, innovation, and community well-being, we strive to be a trusted partner in our patients' journeys toward improved health and vitality.
Services
Neck/Back Pain Treatment
Sciatic Syndrome Relief
Custom Orthotics
Cold Laser Therapy
Nutritional Consults
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized chiropractic care tailored to all ages and conditions.
- Our facility combines advanced techniques with a family-friendly, welcoming environment.
- We utilize diverse adjustment methods, including diversified, activator, and cranial sacral therapies.
- Our holistic approach integrates nutritional guidance and rehabilitative exercises for comprehensive wellness.
- Our team prioritizes patient education to foster long-term health understanding.
What people say
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Services
Neck/Back Pain Treatment
Our Neck/Back Pain Treatment addresses musculoskeletal imbalances through precise chiropractic adjustments and complementary therapies. We combine diversified techniques with soft tissue rehabilitation to restore mobility, reduce inflammation, and alleviate nerve compression. Patients receive personalized care plans incorporating postural correction and core strengthening exercises to prevent recurrence and promote long-term spinal health.
Cold Laser Therapy
Cold Laser Therapy utilizes specific light wavelengths to stimulate cellular repair and reduce inflammation. This non-invasive treatment accelerates healing for soft tissue injuries, joint pain, and nerve-related conditions. Our protocol integrates laser therapy with manual adjustments to enhance pain relief and improve tissue regeneration without pharmaceutical intervention.
Custom Orthotics
Custom Orthotics are precision-crafted to correct biomechanical imbalances and improve weight distribution. Using advanced foot scanning technology, we create personalized arch supports that alleviate foot pain, enhance posture, and reduce strain on knees, hips, and the lower back through proper alignment.
Nutritional Consults
Nutritional Consults evaluate lifestyle factors impacting musculoskeletal health. We provide evidence-based dietary recommendations to reduce systemic inflammation, support tissue repair, and optimize overall wellness. These consultations complement chiropractic treatments by addressing nutritional deficiencies that may hinder recovery and pain management.
Cranial Sacral Therapy
Cranial Sacral Therapy employs light touch techniques to balance the central nervous system. This gentle approach addresses headaches, stress-related conditions, and post-traumatic symptoms by releasing restrictions in cranial bones and spinal membranes to improve cerebrospinal fluid flow.
People
Dr. Tamara S. Kennard
Founder
Dr. Kennard earned her chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College in 2001. She established Atlantic Bay Chiropractic in 2003, later rebranded as Atlantic Bay Chiropractic. Her practice emphasizes patient education, holistic wellness, and adapting care to individual needs while maintaining an active lifestyle in Maine's outdoors.
Dr. Donovan Hodges
Chiropractor
Dr. Hodges specializes in customized treatment approaches, integrating rehabilitative techniques with compassionate care. His background as a rehab technician informs his patient-centered methodology, focusing on communication and adaptive strategies to help individuals achieve and exceed their health goals through natural healing.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat spine and extremity-related conditions including neck/back pain, sciatica, headaches, joint pain, and musculoskeletal injuries using chiropractic adjustments and complementary therapies.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
Yes, we provide gentle, age-appropriate adjustments for children, addressing sports injuries, posture issues, and developmental concerns in a family-friendly environment.
What payment options are available?
We accept major insurance plans covering chiropractic services, flexible spending accounts, and private pay options for our treatments and wellness programs.
Do you offer nutritional guidance?
Yes, our nutritional consults assess lifestyle factors affecting musculoskeletal health, providing personalized dietary recommendations to support healing and prevent pain recurrence.
What adjustment techniques do you use?
We employ diversified, activator, Thompson/Gonstead, cranial sacral, and Webster techniques, selecting appropriate methods based on individual patient needs and comfort levels.