Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in South Portland, ME
At Advantage Chiropractic, we are committed to providing safe, effective, and drug-free healthcare through advanced chiropractic techniques. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Mark Allen specializes in spinal correction and musculoskeletal care, offering personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our practice emphasizes non-invasive solutions for conditions such as back pain, neck pain, headaches, and sports injuries, utilizing manual adjustments, activator methods, and therapeutic stretching. We prioritize patient comfort with a no-wait walk-in policy and provide on-site X-ray services for accurate diagnostics. Our mission is to help patients achieve lasting wellness by addressing the root cause of pain and promoting natural healing.We serve the South Portland community with integrity, offering complimentary consultations and evidence-based care that aligns with the body's innate ability to heal. By integrating lifestyle advice and corrective exercises, we empower patients to maintain long-term health and mobility. Our team is dedicated to continuous learning, staying updated on the latest chiropractic advancements to deliver optimal outcomes. Patient testimonials highlight our compassionate approach and effectiveness in improving quality of life through pain relief and improved mobility. We accept major insurance plans and are committed to making chiropractic care accessible and affordable for all.
Services
Chiropractic manipulative therapy
Low back pain treatment
Neck pain treatment
Headache relief
Sports injury care
Corrective stretching
Soft tissue therapy
Lifestyle counseling
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in chiropractic care.
- Our practice provides customized treatment plans for each patient.
- We utilize multiple techniques, including manual and activator adjustments.
- On-site X-ray services ensure accurate diagnostics and timely care.
- Patient testimonials highlight effective pain relief and improved mobility.
What people say
Effective pain relief
Personalized care
Improved mobility
Compassionate approach
Chronic condition improvement
Services
Chiropractic manipulative therapy
Our spinal adjustments correct vertebral subluxations using manual techniques, activator tools, and drop table methods. This restores nerve function, alleviates pain, and improves mobility for patients with chronic or acute musculoskeletal conditions.
Soft tissue therapy
Targeted soft tissue therapy reduces muscle tension, breaks down scar tissue, and enhances circulation. This non-invasive approach addresses repetitive strain injuries, sports-related muscle damage, and postural imbalances through hands-on techniques.
Corrective stretching
Customized stretching routines improve flexibility, strengthen weakened muscles, and maintain spinal alignment. Patients receive home exercise programs to complement in-office treatments and prevent future injuries.
Headache relief
We address cervicogenic headaches through cervical spine adjustments and posture correction. This drug-free solution targets nerve compression and muscle tension in the neck and upper back regions.
Sports injury treatment
Our sports injury protocols combine joint mobilization, soft tissue work, and functional rehabilitation. This accelerates recovery from sprains, strains, and overuse injuries while improving athletic performance and preventing reoccurrence.
People
Dr. Mark Allen
Chiropractor
Dr. Mark Allen graduated summa cum laude from Life University's Doctor of Chiropractic program in 1998. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he founded Advantage Chiropractic in 2003 to provide personalized, non-invasive care to South Portland residents.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions using chiropractic adjustments and complementary therapies.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Yes, our non-invasive techniques are safe for all ages. Dr. Allen customizes treatments based on individual health history and examination findings.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept major insurance plans including Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, and Medicare. Contact us to verify your coverage.
What techniques do you use?
We employ manual adjustments, activator methods, drop table techniques, soft tissue therapy, and therapeutic stretching for comprehensive care.
How long are appointments?
Initial consultations include examination and treatment. Follow-up visits typically last 15-30 minutes, with flexible scheduling available during business hours.
Reviews (5)
Kristen Homicz
Jan 01, 2020
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Dr. Allen and his staff are awesome! He is professional, friendly and thoughtful. He really cares about his patients. His staff is great too. Laura is very knowledgeable and always available to answer my endless insurance questions.
Jen F.
May 02, 2019
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The Dr. is a miracle worker. Knowledgeable compassionate and caring. His staff is friendly and organized. Very easy to get an appointment. In and out to get along with your busy life! I can't stop singing their praises.
The Maine Scoop Podcast
Nov 20, 2018
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Dr. Allen is Great! I highly recommend anyone to this facility. ATHLETES take notice! this Dr. knows athletics, is comfortable with athletes from all sports, and Martial Arts (Boxing, MMA, Wrestling). Most importantly Dr. Allen will listen and take the time to know you. Dr. Allen and his staff are wonderful and I highly recommend him to anyone in pain.
Jonathan Swanson
Jan 02, 2018
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Great work there. Been going there literally since they opened. Every few months I go In for an adjustment and leave feeling aligned. Really good at asking how you feel and what you need from him.
Melissa Eva
Mar 01, 2016
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Dr. Allen is excellent! I look forward to every treatment I have. The therapy beds are so relaxing after a long day at work. I appreciate the time Dr. Allen puts into my visits because he is genuine, thorough, goes above and beyond to help me feel better, and helps me understand things about insurance. His walk in policy is super convenient and he is very responsive to emails. I love that I don't ever feel rushed or like just another patient in the world of doctors. THANK YOU!
