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Your Trusted Chiropractic Wellness Center in Mentor, OH
East Mentor Family Chiropractic & Rehabilitation is dedicated to advancing wellness through chiropractic care. Founded on principles of preventive health, we prioritize holistic approaches to reduce pain and illness before they occur. Our practice combines modern techniques with personalized wellness programs tailored to individual needs. Drs. Matthew Ward and Donald Franklin bring decades of expertise, including specialized sports injury experience from working with professional athletes. We utilize state-of-the-art chiropractic equipment and emphasize patient education through corrective exercises, nutritional guidance, and lifestyle coaching.Our team provides comprehensive spinal assessments, physiotherapy, and postural screenings to address musculoskeletal conditions. With a focus on community wellness, we offer workplace screenings and maintain active involvement in local health initiatives. The practice has earned trust through consistent, patient-centered care spanning multiple decades in the Mentor, Ohio area.
Services
Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy
Corrective Exercises
Lifestyle Advice
Nutritional Assessment
Physiotherapy
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized wellness programs tailored to individual health needs
- Our doctors have decades of combined experience in chiropractic care
- We utilize state-of-the-art chiropractic equipment and techniques
- We provide comprehensive spinal and postural screening services
- Our team includes specialists certified in multiple therapeutic modalities
What people say
Personalized wellness programs
Effective pain relief
Professional expertise
Successful injury recovery
Improved quality of life
Services
Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy
Our advanced spinal correction techniques use state-of-the-art chiropractic methods that are safer, more comfortable, and more effective than ever before. Drs. Ward and Franklin combine decades of training with modern technology to address spinal misalignments that can cause pain, headaches, and mobility issues. This non-invasive treatment helps restore proper function and improve overall wellness through precise manual adjustments.
Corrective Exercises
We develop personalized exercise programs to strengthen muscles, improve posture, and support spinal health. These targeted exercises complement chiropractic adjustments by addressing muscular imbalances and movement patterns that contribute to chronic pain. Patients receive detailed instructions for performing these exercises safely at home to maximize treatment effectiveness and prevent future injuries.
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapy services include ultrasound, electrical stimulation, mechanical traction, and thermal therapies to enhance healing and pain relief. These modalities work synergistically with chiropractic care to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and accelerate tissue repair. Treatment plans integrate these techniques with manual therapy to address acute injuries and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
Nutritional Assessment
We provide personalized nutrition guidance to support overall wellness and recovery. Our assessments identify dietary deficiencies and recommend specific supplements to enhance healing and prevent chronic disease. This service includes practical advice on healthy food choices and eating patterns that complement chiropractic care for optimal health outcomes.
Spinal Screenings
We offer community spinal and posture screenings to identify potential health issues before they become serious problems. These assessments evaluate spinal alignment, posture, and musculoskeletal imbalances that could lead to pain or mobility limitations. Screenings are available at local events, workplaces, and our Mentor clinic to promote preventive healthcare.
People
Matthew R. Ward
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Ward graduated from National College of Chiropractic in 1998 with a Doctorate of Chiropractic. He holds memberships in the American Chiropractic Association and Ohio State Chiropractic Association, and serves on the Northeast Ohio Academy of Chiropractic board. He provides expert chiropractic care with a focus on wellness programs.
Donald R. Franklin
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Franklin has served as the consulting chiropractor for the Cleveland Indians since 1998. He brings professional sports injury expertise to Lake County, applying advanced techniques developed through working with elite athletes to benefit local patients in his chiropractic practice.
Ashlee Weaver
Massage Therapist & Esthetician
Ashlee has 7 years of massage therapy experience and 11 years in esthetics. Certified in multiple modalities including prenatal massage and oncology massage, she brings specialized care to patients. She studied at Cleveland Institute of Medical Massage and Brown Aveda Institute, serving local sports teams with her expertise.
Questions
What chiropractic services do you offer?
We provide spinal adjustments, corrective exercises, physiotherapy, nutritional assessments, and postural screenings to address musculoskeletal conditions and promote overall wellness.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a comprehensive assessment of your medical history, spinal examination, and diagnostic imaging if needed, followed by a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting our office directly to verify insurance coverage details, as this information wasn't explicitly stated in the provided text.
Are your doctors licensed?
Yes, both Drs. Ward and Franklin are licensed Doctors of Chiropractic with extensive professional credentials and memberships in relevant chiropractic associations.
What makes your practice different?
Our practice combines decades of experience with advanced techniques, including specialized sports injury expertise from working with professional athletes and personalized wellness programs.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
We offer Saturday appointments by request while maintaining regular weekday hours for patient convenience.
Reviews (5)
Kelly O'Brien
Apr 24, 2022
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The doctors and people here are simply amazing! They care about their clients and what they have to say. I would recommend this Chiropractic place to anyone. They also have a Licensed Massage Therapist who is also an Esthetician as well and she is wonderful! What other chiropractor office can you have an adjustment and then book a massage or facial? Well, you can here. They are also very affordable! Call them for your issues to get fix and feel great again!
Jordan Martin
Dec 16, 2021
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I am so grateful that Dr. Ward and Ashley from East Mentor Chiropractic are apart of my monthly routine. Dr. Ward is a wonderful chiropractor who truly cares about his patients. Ashley, their massage therapist, has done wonders not only physically releasing the stress and knots from my body, but she wants to get to know you as a person too. Both of them have a great quality of service and I will be returning to this practice for years to come.
Andrea Wisniewski Cowie
Jul 02, 2021
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I'm neither recommending nor not recommending - My only advice is the following -- make sure you get xrays so Dr. knows what he's working with -- make sure you have a treatment plan in writing. I wasted a few years with Dr. and am now in treatment that is finally working and adjusting my spine and body to proper function. Electric massage, stretching the back and other body massage equipment DO NOT work when you have major back issues.
Sharon Miller
Apr 09, 2021
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I would highly recommend East Mentor Family Chiropractic, the staff is wonderful and pleasant. Matt Ward is so personable and very knowledgeable as well. I had another chiropractic office recommend him to me when they did not accept my insurance and I am so glad they did.
Artsychef
Nov 09, 2019
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First time I went there, it was an emergency situation and they got me right in. They were very gentle and got me fixed up in a few visits. I am getting old and the years of not taking care of my body has taken its toll. But they continue to keep me active. Dr Franklin is the best. And now I start with a massage to loosen me up which works even better. All the staff are really nice and helpful.
