Business Details
Expert Chiropractic & Nutritional Care in Oneonta
Southside Chiropractic has been dedicated to transforming lives through holistic healthcare since our founding. Our team of experienced chiropractors combines advanced spinal care with personalized nutrition programs to address the root causes of pain and dysfunction. We specialize in non-invasive treatments including spinal decompression, trigger point therapy, and Nutrition Response Testing, which identifies individualized supplement protocols. With over 20 years of combined clinical experience, our doctors have helped thousands of patients achieve lasting wellness through whole food nutrition and precise chiropractic adjustments. We serve patients of all ages, from athletes and expectant mothers to pediatric patients, using evidence-based techniques like the Webster Technique for prenatal care.Our commitment to continuing education ensures access to cutting-edge treatments including FDA-registered Impulse Adjusting Instrument technology. We maintain strict ethical standards through affiliations with professional organizations like the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians. Our practice philosophy emphasizes patient education, empowering individuals to understand their bodies' natural healing capabilities while providing compassionate, family-centered care.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Spinal Decompression
Nutrition Response Testing
Custom Orthotics
Prenatal Care
Pediatric Chiropractic
Trigger Point Therapy
Sports Injury Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care plans using Nutrition Response Testing for precise health analysis
- Our team includes certified chiropractic sports physicians with advanced training
- We combine traditional adjustments with cutting-edge technology like the Impulse Adjusting Instrument
- Our doctors have successfully treated complex cases including chronic sciatica and pediatric asthma
- We provide family-centered care for patients from newborns to senior citizens
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractors use manual adjustments and advanced instruments to correct spinal misalignments. This improves nervous system function and alleviates pain from musculoskeletal conditions. Patients receive personalized treatment plans combining traditional techniques with modern technology like the Impulse Adjusting Instrument for precise, comfortable adjustments.
Spinal Decompression
This non-surgical treatment gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on compressed discs. Using specialized equipment, we create negative disc pressure that promotes healing of herniated and bulging discs. Clinical studies show 86% effectiveness in reducing chronic back and neck pain through this FDA-registered therapy.
Nutrition Response Testing
This proprietary system identifies bodily imbalances through muscle response testing. By analyzing neurological reflexes and acupuncture points, we create customized supplement programs using whole food-based nutrients. The method addresses underlying causes of chronic conditions like fatigue, allergies, and digestive issues through targeted nutritional support.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Our Webster Technique-certified doctors provide safe adjustments for expectant mothers. This specialized approach balances pelvic alignment to reduce discomfort during pregnancy and improve birth outcomes. Treatment helps alleviate back pain, sciatica, and joint strain while preparing the body for optimal fetal positioning.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Gentle adjustments support healthy development in children from infancy through adolescence. We address common concerns like nursing difficulties, colic, and posture issues while promoting nervous system wellness. Our family-friendly practice creates a comfortable environment for treating sports injuries and developmental challenges in young patients.
People
Dr. Joe
Chiropractor
Dr. Joe specializes in whole food nutrition and chiropractic care, with expertise in treating chronic pain conditions. He developed his focus on natural healing through personal experience overcoming herniated discs and sciatica through chiropractic and nutritional interventions.
Dr. Shirley
Chiropractor
Dr. Shirley provides comprehensive chiropractic care with a focus on patient education and preventive wellness strategies. She works closely with patients to develop individualized treatment plans that address both immediate symptoms and long-term health goals.
Dr. Ben Cotter
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician
Dr. Ben holds a CCSP certification from the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians. He specializes in athletic injury prevention and treatment, with experience working with Olympic-level athletes through advanced sports chiropractic techniques and rehabilitation protocols.
Dr. Tim
Chiropractor
Dr. Tim focuses on holistic wellness and patient education about natural body function. He combines traditional chiropractic techniques with lifestyle counseling to help patients achieve optimal health through improved spinal alignment and nervous system function.
Dr. Allie
Chiropractor
Dr. Allie specializes in sports chiropractic, prenatal care, and pediatric treatment. As the only Webster Technique-certified female doctor in the area, she provides specialized care for pregnant patients while treating athletes at all levels of competition.
Questions
What makes your chiropractic approach different from others?
We combine traditional adjustments with advanced technology like the Impulse Adjusting Instrument and Nutrition Response Testing to address both structural and nutritional components of health.
Do you treat patients with chronic pain conditions?
Yes, we specialize in treating chronic pain through spinal decompression therapy, targeted nutritional support, and personalized adjustment plans that address underlying causes rather than just symptoms.
Can chiropractic care help during pregnancy?
Our Webster Technique-certified doctors provide safe prenatal adjustments that improve pelvic alignment, reduce discomfort, and promote optimal fetal positioning for easier labor and delivery.
What pediatric conditions do you treat?
We treat common childhood concerns including nursing difficulties, colic, sleep disturbances, posture issues, and sports-related strains using gentle, age-appropriate adjustment techniques.
How do you handle first-time patient appointments?
New patients complete paperwork online before arrival, followed by a comprehensive consultation, examination, and personalized treatment plan development during their initial visit.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and offer flexible payment arrangements. While we process insurance claims for chiropractic services, we recommend verifying coverage details with your provider before treatment.
Videos
Reviews (5)
Tammy Christman
Mar 20, 2022
Report
Dr. Joe, Dr. Shirley and Dr. Ben are all amazing-so is their support staff! They have incredible knowledge and truly care about their patients on all levels. The atmosphere is warm and inviting! If you haven't given them a try for a health issue, you should. I've been a patient for 8 years now and they never cease to amaze me!
Sfielderjohnson
Oct 04, 2021
Report
I didn't know how much I needed a chiropractor and had never been to one before. All I knew was that my back was hurting and there was sort of a knot in the spine. Within a ten minute session, the twist in my spine was corrected along with some other issues I didn't know I had. Their professional approach put me at ease. What I was not prepared for was what followed. The stiffness in my hips and legs that I had been attributing to age and being less active was gone.
I had struggled to walk getting off the couch and out of bed. That same day I found that I'm as limber as I was 20 years ago and that's only one treatment! I will continue with my sessions until I am top notch. I never knew the magic of chiropractic work and I'm in awe! So glad to have found such a great place where I was put in the best hands. Thank you, Dr. Ben.
I had struggled to walk getting off the couch and out of bed. That same day I found that I'm as limber as I was 20 years ago and that's only one treatment! I will continue with my sessions until I am top notch. I never knew the magic of chiropractic work and I'm in awe! So glad to have found such a great place where I was put in the best hands. Thank you, Dr. Ben.
Judy Armstrong
Aug 14, 2021
Report
Staff is always helpful. Dr. Joe and Dr. Shirley go out of their way to ensure my health needs are met. Most generally, appointment scheduling is not an issue.
Donna Giordano
Jun 15, 2021
Report
My husband and I both benefit greatly from Dr. Joe's knowledge, expertise, and loving manner and care. We are both elderly, and have received invaluable help in maintaining our strength and health. We highly recommend this practice to all age groups, and to people of all levels of health. The staff is simply delightful, friendly and compliant with our schedule. BTW we drive 3 hours round trip to see Dr, Joe for nutrition and on occasion, chiropractic. That says it all, right?
Jeremy French
May 21, 2021
Report
I absolutely love going to Southside Chiropractic. In the time I've received care from them I have at different times had Dr. Joe, Dr. Shirley, and Dr. Ben work on me with excellent results. I've used physical therapy several times and never had the same results as I get from chiropractic treatment. I can't recommend them enough. Professional environment and staff. You won't walk out with questions because they take the time to assess and explain everything to you.