Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in South Portland, ME
At Advantage Chiropractic, we are dedicated to providing safe, effective, and drug-free healthcare through advanced chiropractic techniques. Founded in 2003 by Dr. Mark Allen, our practice emphasizes personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs, utilizing state-of-the-art methods for spinal correction and extremity joint alignment. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Allen specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain, neck pain, headaches, and sports injuries while prioritizing patient education and lifestyle modifications. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our walk-in policy, therapeutic stretching programs, and curated health products designed to enhance treatment outcomes.We serve the South Portland community with a focus on restoring nervous system function, reducing pain, and improving overall wellness through natural, non-invasive approaches. Our team values transparency, offering complimentary consultations to help patients understand their care options and make informed decisions about their health. By addressing subluxations and promoting proper alignment, we empower patients to achieve long-term relief and maintain optimal physical function. Our practice combines technical expertise with compassionate care, ensuring each visit contributes to lasting improvements in mobility, comfort, and quality of life.
Services
Chiropractic manipulative therapy
Low back pain treatment
Neck pain treatment
Headache relief
Sports injury care
X-ray services
Mechanical traction therapy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Dr. Allen has over 20 years of chiropractic experience
- Customized treatment plans for spinal and joint conditions
- Offers manual, activator, and drop table adjustment techniques
- Convenient walk-in policy for patient flexibility
- Provides therapeutic stretches and lifestyle advice for long-term wellness
What people say
Effective pain relief
Personalized care
Knowledgeable staff
Improved mobility
Comfortable atmosphere
Services
Chiropractic manipulative therapy
Our spinal adjustments correct vertebral subluxations using manual, activator, and drop table techniques. This restores nervous system function, alleviates pain, and improves mobility for patients with chronic conditions or acute injuries. Treatment plans adapt to individual needs, including post-surgical patients and those with osteoporosis.
Sports injury treatment
Specialized care for sports-related musculoskeletal injuries focuses on rapid recovery and performance optimization. Combining spinal adjustments with soft tissue therapy and corrective exercises, we address joint misalignments, muscle strains, and repetitive stress injuries to restore full functionality and prevent future complications.
Headache treatment
Non-pharmacological headache management targets cervical spine misalignments and muscle tension. Through precise adjustments and posture correction, we reduce nerve irritation that contributes to tension headaches and migraines while providing lifestyle recommendations for long-term prevention.
Mechanical traction therapy
This non-surgical treatment gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on discs and nerves. Mechanical traction helps treat herniated discs, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease by creating negative pressure that promotes nutrient flow and disc rehydration.
Therapeutic stretching
Customized stretching programs improve flexibility, reduce muscle tension, and enhance treatment effectiveness. Patients learn home exercises to maintain proper alignment, prevent reinjury, and support overall musculoskeletal health as part of their comprehensive care plan.
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 experience, he opened Advantage Chiropractic in 2003 after working in Ohio and Michigan. He specializes in spinal adjustments, extremity joint care, and non-surgical pain management.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, joint pain, and musculoskeletal conditions through chiropractic adjustments and complementary therapies.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, Harvard Pilgrim, United HealthCare, Medicare/Mainecare, and many other insurance plans.
What techniques do you use?
We offer manual adjustments, activator adjustments, drop table techniques, mechanical traction, and soft tissue therapy tailored to each patient's needs.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Yes, chiropractic care is a safe, non-invasive healthcare option with minimal risks when performed by a licensed professional like Dr. Allen.
Do you offer walk-in appointments?
Yes, we have a convenient walk-in policy during business hours on scheduled treatment days for patient flexibility.
What health products do you offer?
We provide orthopedic pillows, lumbar supports, and Biofreeze topical pain relief products to complement your treatment plan.
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!
