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Your Trusted Chiropractor in Bakersfield for Personalized Care
Core Chiropractic + Wellness has established itself as Bakersfield's premier chiropractic health and wellness center, dedicated to providing personalized care for individuals and families. Our practice specializes in prenatal chiropractic care, personal injury treatment, and family chiropractic services, utilizing gentle techniques and state-of-the-art technology. With a team of highly qualified professionals, including board-certified chiropractors and Webster Technique practitioners, we prioritize patient-centered care without hard-selling treatment plans or requiring large prepayments.Our modern facility features a spa-like atmosphere and advanced equipment, including high-frequency digital X-rays, ensuring optimal comfort and diagnostic accuracy. We accept most insurance plans as a preferred provider, minimizing out-of-pocket costs for patients. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as Bakersfield's Best Chiropractor for over a decade, reflecting our dedication to improving overall health and preventing future issues through natural, holistic approaches.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Prenatal Chiropractic
Massage Therapy
Auto Injury Treatment
Physiotherapy
Graston Technique
Cold Laser Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Our team includes board-certified chiropractors with advanced training
- We accept most insurance plans as a preferred provider
- Modern facility with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment
- No hard-selling or mandatory long-term treatment commitments
What people say
Personalized treatment plans
Professional and personable staff
Effective pain relief
Accommodating schedules
Remembered patient details
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care addresses musculoskeletal issues through manual adjustments that improve spinal alignment and nervous system function. This treatment helps alleviate neck and back pain, headaches, and joint discomfort while promoting natural healing. Patients benefit from customized treatment plans that may include complementary therapies like physiotherapy and nutritional guidance to enhance recovery and prevent future injuries.
Prenatal Chiropractic
Specialized prenatal chiropractic services focus on maintaining maternal health and preparing the body for childbirth. Using gentle techniques like the Webster Technique, we help reduce labor duration, relieve pregnancy-related discomfort, and improve pelvic alignment. Our care addresses nausea, back pain, and posture issues while ensuring safe, drug-free support throughout pregnancy and postpartum recovery.
Massage Therapy
Therapeutic massage services promote muscle relaxation, improve circulation, and accelerate recovery from injuries. Our licensed therapists offer various modalities including Swedish, deep tissue, and prenatal massage to address specific needs. Combined with chiropractic care, massage therapy enhances treatment effectiveness by reducing muscle tension and improving overall wellness through natural pain relief mechanisms.
Auto Injury Treatment
Specialized auto injury care addresses trauma from car accidents using chiropractic adjustments and rehabilitative techniques. We treat whiplash, spinal misalignments, and soft tissue injuries through personalized recovery plans that restore mobility and reduce chronic pain. Our team works with insurance providers to ensure comprehensive care for accident-related musculoskeletal conditions without requiring large upfront payments.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy services combine manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to restore mobility and strengthen injured areas. This treatment addresses sports injuries, work-related strains, and post-accident recovery through customized rehabilitation programs. Our approach integrates chiropractic care with targeted physiotherapy to optimize healing outcomes and prevent recurring musculoskeletal issues.
People
Dr. Christopher Berry
Chiropractor
Board-certified chiropractor specializing in personal injury and prenatal care, with advanced certification in whiplash and brain injury evaluation. Vice President of the California Chiropractic Association's local chapter and adjunct faculty member at Southern California University of Health Sciences.
Dr. David Stirling
Chiropractor
Certified in treating cervical spine injuries following his own recovery from a diving accident. Provides care at both Core Chiropractic + Wellness and Valley Chiropractic, combining personal experience with professional expertise in musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
Dr. Mary Fernandez
Chiropractor
Webster-certified perinatal care specialist dedicated to Central Valley communities. Focuses on prenatal and postnatal chiropractic care, helping patients maintain spinal health throughout pregnancy and childbirth with gentle, effective techniques.
Dr. Zachary Acencio
Chiropractor
Specializes in sports-related chiropractic care, drawing from athletic experience to treat active patients. Provides comprehensive treatment for musculoskeletal injuries while emphasizing preventive care and long-term wellness strategies.
Griselda Gallardo
Office Manager
Over 10 years of leadership experience in healthcare administration, creating positive work environments and ensuring smooth patient operations. Committed to maintaining high service standards while supporting team development and patient satisfaction.
Questions
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Yes, our prenatal chiropractic services use gentle techniques like the Webster Technique to safely address pregnancy-related discomfort and prepare for childbirth.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans as a preferred provider, minimizing out-of-pocket costs for chiropractic care and related treatments.
Can children receive chiropractic adjustments?
Yes, our chiropractors provide gentle, age-appropriate adjustments for children to address growth-related issues and sports injuries safely.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat neck/back pain, headaches, sciatica, carpal tunnel, fibromyalgia, and pregnancy-related discomfort using chiropractic adjustments and complementary therapies.
Is massage therapy covered by insurance?
While massage therapy may not be covered by all plans, we can discuss payment options and combine it with chiropractic care for enhanced treatment benefits.
What makes you different from other chiropractors?
We avoid hard-selling treatment plans, offer personalized care without mandatory prepayments, and utilize state-of-the-art equipment in a modern, patient-focused environment.