Northeast Chiropractic Center - Dr. Eric Springer
Northeast Chiropractic Center is the St. Petersburg practice of chiropractor Dr. Eric Springer, who has been in practice since 2005 and is passionate about helping patients of all ages function better in their daily lives. The office is set up for people experiencing aches and pains from everyday activities, sports or a recent auto accident injury, and the practice describes Dr. Springer as caring and compassionate, taking the time to listen to patients, address their concerns and provide effective natural solutions. He sees a wide variety of patients including children, athletes, young professionals, and people who have experienced on-the-job injuries or injuries sustained in auto accidents. The stated practice philosophy is to help patients work through injuries, heal faster and function better in daily life without having to take medications or have unnecessary surgeries. Conditions the office says chiropractic can help include back pain, neck pain, headaches and migraines, sciatica, text neck, disc herniations, whiplash, auto injury, sports injury, shoulder pain, posture, knee and ankle complaints and wrists. A variety of techniques is practiced at the center, including the Palmer Package, a combination of Diversified, Thompson Drop, Gonstead and more, as well as Activator Methods. Dr. Springer says he explains each step to patients who are concerned about being adjusted, and he employs gentler techniques for children. Same-day auto accident care is available whether the crash was a fender bender or something more serious. The office has an on-site X-ray lab and other diagnostic tools to identify and document the specifics of an injury, and treatment options offered after diagnosis may include chiropractic adjustments, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, electric stimulation, ultrasound and traction. The team also assists accident patients with paperwork and billing and works closely with attorneys, providing documentation for cases with or without legal representation. HydroMassage is offered on site as well, a fully customizable massage system that delivers a heated, deep tissue style massage in as little as 10 minutes while you stay fully clothed and dry. A first visit includes a consultation, an exam with orthopedic and neurological testing and any necessary X-rays, and a chiropractic adjustment if recommended, running 45 minutes to an hour, followed by a report of findings visit of roughly 30 minutes. Northeast Chiropractic Center is a participating provider for several insurances, describes itself as a referral-based practice, and is highly involved in the St. Petersburg community, sponsoring health fairs and school events. Dr. Springer is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, a member of many Florida professional chiropractic organizations, and the nationally published author of Back To Health: A Doctor's Guide to Optimal Wellness the Chiropractic Way.
Services
Chiropractic adjustments
Family chiropractic care
Auto accident injury care
HydroMassage
Sports injury care
Why choose us?
Location & hours
4200 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33703, USA
FAQs
What happens at my first visit?
At your first visit you are greeted and handed an intake form. A patient consultation follows, where the office gets your history, finds out what brought you in and answers your questions. You are then asked if you would like to begin care. The exam includes orthopedic and neurological testing and any necessary X-rays, followed by a chiropractic adjustment if it is needed or recommended, plus any other treatment. The appointment takes 45 minutes to an hour, and you are scheduled for a report of findings visit.
What is the second visit like?
The report of findings appointment usually takes place the next day or within the same week. The office reviews your results and X-rays from the first day and discusses treatment options for your care. Plan for that visit to take about 30 minutes.
Do you treat auto accident injuries?
Yes. Same-day auto accident care is available for everything from a fender bender to a more serious crash. The office has an on-site X-ray lab and other diagnostic tools to identify and document your injuries, then tailors treatment to you. Options may include chiropractic adjustments, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, electric stimulation, ultrasound and traction. The team also assists with paperwork and billing and works closely with attorneys on documentation.
What conditions can chiropractic care help with here?
The office states that chiropractic can provide effective relief from back pain, headaches, neck pain, sciatica, text neck, disc herniations, auto injury, whiplash, migraines, sports injury, shoulder pain, posture problems, knee and ankle issues and wrists.
What techniques does Dr. Springer use?
A variety of techniques is practiced at Northeast Chiropractic Center. These include the Palmer Package, a combination of Diversified, Thompson Drop, Gonstead and more, as well as Activator Methods. Dr. Springer says he explains each step of what he is doing to patients who are concerned about being adjusted, and he uses gentler techniques for children.
What is HydroMassage?
HydroMassage is a fully customizable, user-friendly massage system offered at the practice that gives a powerful, heated, deep tissue style massage in as little as 10 minutes. You stay fully clothed, dry and comfortably supported while waves of water are directed at specific areas of the body. Ask the front desk about a free trial and the special introductory pricing.
Do I have to keep coming for the rest of my life?
The office answers no. Everybody comes in for a different reason, some for relief and others for wellness, and the practice discusses what works best for each patient. You are not committed to coming in forever, though the office suggests you can view chiropractic as a preventative measure and get a spinal checkup once a week or once a month for maintenance care.
Who is Dr. Eric Springer?
Dr. Springer is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa and a member of many Florida professional chiropractic organizations. He is the nationally published author of Back To Health: A Doctor's Guide to Optimal Wellness the Chiropractic Way. A former two-time NCAA All-American hurdler, he cares for many athletes as well as patients dealing with chronic pain, neck pain, headaches and migraines, and injuries from sports or auto accidents.