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Your Trusted Chiropractor in Bristol, CT
With decades of combined experience and a legacy dating back to 1983, the Chiropractic Health Center Of Bristol Dentist has established itself as a trusted provider of holistic chiropractic care in central Connecticut. Founded by Dr. David Spitz and now led by Dr. Astrid Baldrich, our practice combines advanced techniques with compassionate care to address acute and chronic pain conditions without reliance on medication. Our team specializes in treating back pain, neck pain, migraines, auto injuries, and work-related musculoskeletal issues through personalized treatment plans that include spinal adjustments, corrective exercises, and lifestyle counseling.We emphasize patient education to promote long-term wellness, offering evidence-based solutions that address root causes rather than temporary symptom relief. Our commitment to community health is reflected in our dedication to treating patients like family while maintaining rigorous professional standards that ensure safe, effective care for individuals of all ages, including pregnant women and injury recovery cases.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Back Pain Relief
Neck Pain Treatment
Auto Injury Care
Sciatica Relief
Migraine Management
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Work Injury Rehabilitation
Spinal Misalignment Correction
Wellness Programs
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Decades of combined experience treating complex musculoskeletal conditions
- Personalized treatment plans combining spinal adjustments and rehabilitative exercises
- Specialized care for auto injuries, work-related pain, and pregnancy-related discomfort
- Evidence-based approach emphasizing patient education and long-term wellness
- Immediate same-day appointments available for urgent pain management needs
What people say
Excellent service
Immediate relief
Professional staff
Caring atmosphere
Remarkable improvement
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments use precise manual techniques to correct spinal misalignments and improve nervous system function. This treatment addresses subluxations that cause pain, restricted movement, and nerve irritation through controlled force application tailored to each patient's condition. Patients benefit from reduced inflammation, improved range of motion, and accelerated healing without pharmaceutical intervention.
Back Pain Relief
Specialized back pain programs target both acute injuries and chronic conditions through comprehensive evaluations and multi-phase treatment plans. We employ spinal decompression, therapeutic exercises, and posture correction strategies to address disc issues, muscle strains, and degenerative conditions while teaching patients preventive self-care techniques for long-term management.
Auto Injury Care
Post-accident rehabilitation focuses on soft tissue injuries and spinal trauma using gentle mobilization techniques and progressive strengthening protocols. Our approach addresses delayed-onset symptoms through targeted adjustments, inflammation reduction strategies, and coordination with insurance requirements while prioritizing patient comfort during recovery.
Migraine Management
Holistic migraine treatment combines cervical spine adjustments with lifestyle modification strategies to reduce attack frequency and intensity. We identify and address cervicogenic headache triggers through posture correction, stress management techniques, and ergonomic counseling while collaborating with primary care providers for comprehensive care.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Safe, pregnancy-specific adjustments address biomechanical changes during gestation using side-lying techniques to maintain pelvic alignment and reduce labor complications. Our care supports natural birth preparation through SI joint stabilization, posture optimization, and nerve system support while ensuring comfort through specialized cushioning systems.
People
Dr. Astrid Baldrich
Clinic Director
A native of Puerto Rico and graduate of chiropractic school in Connecticut, Dr. Baldrich brings over 15 years of specialized experience treating musculoskeletal conditions. She emphasizes gentle techniques and patient education while maintaining the practice's legacy since 2022.
David M. Spitz
Founder (Retired)
Dr. Spitz established the practice in 1983 after identifying Bristol's need for local chiropractic care. He mentored Dr. Baldrich for several years before retiring in 2022, ensuring continuity in patient-centered treatment approaches.
Julissa
Office Manager
With over a decade of experience in healthcare administration, Julissa oversees daily operations and patient coordination. She ensures smooth scheduling and insurance processing while maintaining the practice's welcoming atmosphere.
Bekah
Receptionist
Bekah serves as the first point of contact for patients, managing appointments and initial consultations. Her friendly demeanor helps create positive first impressions while coordinating urgent care requests efficiently.
Kayla
Chiropractic Assistant
Kayla supports treatment sessions and patient education initiatives with specialized training in therapeutic stretching techniques. She works closely with doctors to implement home exercise programs tailored to individual recovery needs.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, auto injuries, work-related injuries, and pregnancy-related discomfort using chiropractic adjustments and complementary therapies.
Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?
Yes, our gentle techniques are adapted for pregnant patients using specialized positioning to ensure comfort and safety while addressing biomechanical changes during gestation.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans and will verify your coverage before treatment. Payment options and financing details are available upon request.
Can you help with migraine headaches?
Our migraine management combines spinal adjustments with lifestyle modifications to reduce frequency and severity, addressing both immediate symptoms and underlying causes.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Initial consultations include medical history review, physical examination, and treatment plan development. Most patients receive their first adjustment during the initial 60-minute appointment.
How soon can I get an appointment?
We typically offer same-day appointments for urgent pain cases and schedule routine visits within 24-48 hours of initial contact.
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Reviews (6)
Jennifer Coll
Dec 05, 2021
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I love this place. I started going because of years of migraines and daily headaches. Although I am still new to going, I absolutely feel a difference already. They are very friendly and you can tell they care about the people that come and see them. Would absolutely recommend them to anyone thinking of trying them.
Nor Aleen
Oct 29, 2021
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Astrid is one of the most personable people I have ever met. She is honest, Helpful and kind. Her treatments are of the upmost professionalism and I would recommend her to any and all of my family members and friends for their chiropractic needs! Astrid is truly an asset To this office. I also just found out that she is going to be taking over the practice. I couldnt be happier for her she will be successful and all her endeavors. From the most loyal fan, Noraleen
Cristina Nieves
Oct 03, 2021
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Amazing staff, environment and the sessions are great! I was lucky to win a contest and was able to experience the amazing job they do. Cant wait to go back.
Colby Codraro
Oct 02, 2021
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They're the best and the kindest staff my doctor knew exactly how to help me and what I needed I love it here!!!!!!
Katey
Aug 26, 2021
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Very friendly and personable staff, went for migraines and theyve drastically improved since.
David Dumonski
Jul 18, 2021
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First time was very good, great staff. Seem to be right on point with my treatment, results after 1 visit positive...
