We appreciate your trust and the opportunity to be of service to you.  We enter our relationship with optimism and eagerness to work with you.  We would like to give you as much information about my practice as possible and to anticipate your questions and needs regarding your health.  We feel that the more you know about our methods of practice and policies, the more we can be of service to you.

We are dedicated to excellence and service to all patients in helping them achieve their individual health goals. We provide quality chiropractic health care emphasizing personalized health care for optimal function and wellness.  We achieve these goals by providing reconstructive, rehabilitative and wellness programs.

Because treatment is a collaborative effort, we work most productively and comfortably together when we mutually agree upon and understand the nature of the treatment experience.  This set of agreements is designed for you to have informed consent regarding your treatment.

The primary treatment used by Doctors of Chiropractic is the spinal adjustment or manipulation.  Dr. John Hayes will  use this procedure to treat you.  He may also use other modalities such as Neuromuscular Reeducation, rehab exercise, hot and cold packs, EMS and ultrasound.

Services Rendered: Chiropractic treatment in this office is restricted to the specialty of Chiropractic Orthopedics, the care of the bones and joints, spine, arms, and legs, as well as related structures - nerves ligaments, tendons and muscles, conditions such as sprains, strains, disc problems, sciatica, headaches, etc.  Treatment is primarily with spinal manipulative  therapy and Neuromuscular Reeducation.  Other medical problems may be managed by your family physician. When appropriate, we will assist you in finding a reputable and capable physician outside of our field.

The Chiropractic Orthopedic Center is located at 808 Stevens Avenue in Portland, Maine.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am - 6pm.  Most major  medical insurances accepted including: HMO's, Medicare, MaineCare, and Workers Compensation.