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Meet Our Providers!

We believe that health is one of your most valuable possessions. Our commitment is simple – to help you get out of pain and back to doing what you love as quickly as possible. Our focus is to relieve pain, restore strength, and optimize the function of your body and nervous system. We combine the benefits of chiropractic care with an evidenced based spinal strengthening program utilizing MedX and superslow techniques. We look forward to meeting you!

Our Chiropractic Physicians!

 

Nicholas Brown, DC, MS

-Doctor of Chiropractic

-Master of Science Sports Medicine

-B.S Human Biology

-B.S Exercise Performance & Health Sciences

Dr. Brown is a chiropractic physician who specializes in sports medicine. While obtaining his bachelors degree in exercise performance and health sciences, Dr. Brown competed in football and lacrosse at Husson University. He received multiple all-conference awards, and he was selected to compete in the NEILA Senior All-star game.

After graduation, Dr. Brown moved to Oregon where he met his wife, Sam. She introduced him to her chiropractor. Many of Dr. Brown’s lingering issues were quickly resolved and his interest in the field of chiropractic was sparked. Shortly after, Dr. Brown attended the University of Western States where he obtained his doctorate in chiropractic and masters in sports medicine.

Dr. Brown lives in Eugene with his wife and their two children. They enjoy exploring the beautiful outdoors that Oregon has to offer. He also enjoys staying active and competing in jiu jitsu. Dr. Brown is excited to serve the people of the Eugene and Springfield area and enjoys helping his patients meet their health care goals and become more active their daily lives

 

 

 

Andrew Huston, DC, MS

 -Doctor of Chiropractic

-Master of Science Sports Medicine

-B.S Human Biology

-B.S Kinesiology

Dr. Huston’s journey in chiropractic started when he injured his back as a collegiate track athlete Louisiana State University. Treated for the wrong diagnosis for over a month by the athletic training staff, he was referred to the team chiropractor, Dr. Corbin, who was able to accurately diagnose and treat the root cause of Dr. Huston’s pain and he returned to running about a month later. This positive experience led to Dr. Huston pursuing his own career as a chiropractor.

A child of two educators and lifelong athlete, Dr. Huston brings a passion for education and developing a healthy lifestyle to each encounter. Dr. Huston provides attentive, thoughtful care designed to help you reach your specific goals. Regardless if you just want to pick up your grandkids pain free, looking for an extra 25 yds. on your drive, or just want to feel and move better, Dr. Huston is committed to helping you along your personal health and wellness journey.

When Dr. Huston isn’t in the office, he loads up his adventure van with his children to go explore all of the great outdoor recreation opportunities available in Oregon.

    

Jonathan Klopcic, DC, Cert. MDT

-Doctor of Chiropractic

-Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy (Cert. MDT)

-B.S Human Biology

-B.A Exercise Science

Dr. Klopcic is a chiropractic physician who specializes in sports medicine and disc injuries. Dr. Klopcic earned his Bachelors degree in Exercise Science while playing soccer at North Central College out of Chicago, IL. He grew up in the Chicago suburbs and loves all things Chicago sports and more so feel free to talk Bears, Bulls, Cubs and Ducks!

After graduation he moved to Portland, Oregon to attend the University of Western States where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree and Bachelors in Human Biology while graduating cum laude. He ultimately  met Dr. Brown and his family there and they have stayed friends ever since!

He moved back to Chicago to earn his certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (cert. MDT) while working closely with Dr. Steven Heffner, Dip. MDT and running a clinic in the Windy City. He has a diversified approach to chiropractic care which includes joint manipulation and personalized rehabilitation exercises. He also utilizes Neurodynamics, Motion Palpation, soft tissue manual therapy and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) all to address your symptoms.

Dr. Klopcic lives in Eugene with his dog Ollie and loves to explore the mountains and the coast. The natural beauty of Oregon ultimately brought him back from the mid-west. You’ll find him at the Crossfit gym on weeknights and helping patients to get back to activity and change their lifestyles  to be the best version of themselves.

Our Strength Trainer!

Eric Clausen is a very accomplished trainer and comes to us from the Downtown Athletic Club, where he’s spent 9 years as a personal trainer. He has worked thousands of hours one on one helping people reach their health and wellness goals.

As a graduate of the University of Northern Colorado, Eric maintained Dean’s List status while receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, with a minor in Physical Education and a concentration in coaching. As part of his degree, he completed a 400 hour internship in corporate wellness at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

Eric has furthered his education by completing requirements to become a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA), Personal Trainer (ACTION and ACE), as well as a Golf Conditioning Specialist (GMP Fitness). These are some of the highest certifications in his field.

Eric is an avid golfer, basketball player, hiker, and overall sports fan (favorite teams are everything Ducks, Dallas Cowboys, Portland Trailblazers, and the LA Dodgers). We are confident his experience both in and out of the gym will make him a valuable asset in helping you with your recovery and achieving your personal fitness goals.

Our Massage Therapist!

Marci Martin has worked in the Chiropractic field in Eugene since 1996 and as a licensed Massage Therapist since 2001. Over the past 17 years, Marci has specialized in Swedish relaxation massage, deep tissue and injury recovery techniques, as well as pregnancy and post-partum massage.

With confident hands, Marci uses her knowledge of cupping, T-bar therapy, myofascial trigger point therapy, fascial abrasion and positional release techniques to help the body heal. Her patients report excellent improvement in the relief of headaches and ongoing pain patterns. You will enjoy her healing hands.

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    Office Hours

    • Monday

      08:00am–05:30pm

    • Tuesday

      08:00am–01:00pm

    • Wednesday

      08:00am–05:30pm

    • Thursday

      08:00am–01:00pm

    • Friday

      08:00am–05:30pm

    • Saturday

      Closed

    • Sunday

      Closed

    What Our Patients Say

    Five Star

    The spring training in addition to my chiropractic work was an amazing and wonderful balance. Using the machines during treatment really contributed to the success of my recovery. Everyone is very nice and friendly and I love coming to the office!

    Jessica T.

    Five Star

    I received eight treatments from Dr. Gittins in February. Shortly after treatment began I had my first “pain free” day. I feel as if I have years, good years, left to live now. I am out walking again. I am ready to wax my car and dance the jig!

    Elva B., Teacher