Dr. Peter Josiah Knowles D.C.
Chiropractor
19 E Main St Machias ME, 04654About
Dr. Peter Knowles is a Chiropractor practicing in Machias, ME. Dr. Knowles specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Knowles seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Education and Training
National College of Chiropractic 1981
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diversified
- Applied Kinesiology
- Sacro-occipital Technique
- Activator Methods
Dr. Peter Josiah Knowles D.C.'s Practice location
Practice At 19 E Main St
19 E Main St -Machias, ME 04654Get Direction
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