Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Chiropractic Care in Punxsutawney, PA
Cornerstone Chiropractic Center has been dedicated to providing comprehensive chiropractic care since its founding. Our practice combines advanced techniques with personalized treatment plans to address musculoskeletal pain and improve overall wellness. Dr. Rick Bishop, a Certified Sports Chiropractic Practitioner, brings extensive expertise in treating athletes and individuals with conditions ranging from sports injuries to chronic pain. Our services include chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, ultrasound therapy, and dry hydrotherapy, all designed to promote natural healing without reliance on medication.We prioritize patient education, emphasizing the importance of a drug-free lifestyle and proper spinal alignment. With decades of combined experience, our team utilizes evidence-based methods to ensure effective, long-term results. We serve patients of all ages, including infants and professional athletes, and are committed to community health through active participation in local wellness initiatives. Our state-of-the-art facility and focus on individualized care make us a trusted choice for residents of Punxsutawney and surrounding areas.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Dry Hydrotherapy
Ultrasound Therapy
Spinal Decompression
Massage Therapy
Foot Levelers
Nutritional Supplements
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans developed by a Certified Sports Chiropractic Practitioner.
- Our practice combines advanced techniques like spinal decompression with traditional adjustments.
- We serve patients of all ages, including professional athletes and infants.
- Our team prioritizes patient education about drug-free, holistic healing approaches.
- We utilize state-of-the-art technology for precise and effective treatments.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Sports Chiropractic Practitioner (CCSP)
- Certified Decompression Therapy Practitioner
What people say
Changed my life
No longer suffer from pain
Helped me run a marathon
Restored full motion
Effective treatment
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments use diversified techniques to correct spinal misalignments and improve nervous system function. This service addresses musculoskeletal pain from trauma, overuse, or chronic conditions through manual manipulation. Patients receive personalized treatment plans combining adjustments with therapeutic modalities for optimal recovery and long-term wellness.
Spinal Decompression
Spinal decompression therapy relieves back and neck pain by reducing pressure on spinal discs and nerves. This non-surgical treatment uses specialized equipment to create negative pressure in discs, promoting healing of herniated or degenerative disc conditions. Sessions include complementary muscle stimulation and ultrasound for enhanced effectiveness.
Dry Hydrotherapy
Dry hydrotherapy delivers targeted water jet therapy to alleviate muscle tension and improve circulation. Patients remain fully clothed while receiving deep tissue massage through heated water jets, which helps reduce inflammation, increase joint mobility, and prepare the body for chiropractic adjustments through relaxation.
Ultrasound Therapy
Ultrasound therapy uses high-frequency sound waves to treat soft tissue injuries and chronic pain. This FDA-approved treatment penetrates deep into muscle tissue to reduce inflammation, relieve spasms, and accelerate healing. Each 8-15 minute session delivers controlled heat and vibration to stimulate cellular repair and improve patient outcomes.
Massage Therapy
Our licensed massage therapist provides customized treatments including Swedish, deep tissue, and trigger point therapies. This service addresses muscle tension, improves circulation, and complements chiropractic care by preparing soft tissues for adjustments. Sessions focus on individual patient needs for both relaxation and rehabilitative purposes.
People
Dr. Rick Bishop
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Rick Bishop holds a Doctorate of Chiropractic from Sherman College and is a Certified Sports Chiropractic Practitioner. He serves as Executive Director of the Professional Baseball Chiropractic Society and treats athletes from Major League Baseball teams. With expertise in sports chiropractic and pediatric care, he combines decades of clinical experience with community health initiatives.
Questions
What chiropractic services do you offer?
We provide chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, dry hydrotherapy, ultrasound therapy, and massage therapy, along with orthopedic supports and nutritional supplements.
Do you treat athletes specifically?
Yes, Dr. Bishop specializes in sports chiropractic care and serves as official chiropractor for visiting teams at PNC Park and various MLB teams.
Can you help with chronic back pain?
Our spinal decompression therapy and targeted adjustments effectively address chronic back pain from disc issues, posture problems, and joint wear.
Do you accept insurance?
Decompression therapy is covered by most insurance companies, including Pennsylvania Workers Compensation and Personal Injury policies.
Are services available for children?
Yes, we provide gentle, low-force adjustments for infants, toddlers, and older children with specialized pediatric chiropractic care.
What are your office hours?
We're open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday with extended evening hours available for patient convenience.
