Dr. Gary W Smart DC
Chiropractor
597 Main St South Portland ME, 04106Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Gary Smart is a Chiropractor practicing in South Portland, ME. Dr. Smart 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. Smart seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Education and Training
University of Maine at Orono B.A. Zoology 1979
Palmer College of Chiropractic D.C. 1982
Provider Details
Treatments
- Chiropractic Care
- Massage Therapy
- Electro-muscular stimulation
- Ultrasound
- Orthotics
- Neck Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Consultation and Examination
- Low Level Lasers
- Postural Remodeling & Exercise
- Sciatica or leg pain
- Subluxation pain
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member Maine Chiropractic Association
- Professional Member American Chiropractic Association
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Practice At 597 Main St
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