Chiropractic Care

MaxLiving Dunwoody is the name Progressive Medical Center's chiropractic care now operates under, as part of the MaxLiving network of chiropractic clinics. For current patients, the essentials stay the same: Dr. Brad Anchors remains your chiropractor, appointments are at the same location, and you book the same way, through the appointment page or by calling (770) 676-6000. What you will notice is the MaxLiving framework, the 5 Essentials, shaping how your care plan is built. You can learn more on the MaxLiving Dunwoody clinic page.

The 5 Essentials are MaxLiving's whole-person framework for building a strong foundation for health. Core Chiropractic keeps the spine and nervous system functioning without interference. Nutrition gives the body what it needs to heal and sustain energy. Mindset addresses stress and the habits that shape health day to day. Oxygen & Exercise keep the body moving and well supplied. Minimize Toxins reduces the environmental and dietary load the body has to process. Progressive has practiced whole-person, root-cause care for nearly three decades, so the 5 Essentials fit naturally alongside the diagnostic testing, nutrition counseling, and clinical therapies already available to you here.

Our chiropractors use Neuromechanical Impulse Treatment, which applies precisely targeted mechanical impulses to affected joints and spinal segments. This approach is gentler than traditional manual adjustments while still affecting the nervous system and promoting proper alignment. Your chiropractor tailors the technique to your specific condition, whether that involves the spine, extremities, or both.

At MaxLiving Dunwoody, Dr. Anchors is part of Progressive Medical Center's multidisciplinary medical team, which includes medical doctors, naturopathic physicians, nurse practitioners, registered dietitians, and diagnostic specialists. This means your treatment plan can include advanced diagnostic testing, spinal decompression, Knee on Trac, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, IV support, infrared sauna, and other clinical therapies that standalone chiropractic offices cannot offer. If your condition involves more than a structural issue, you do not need to start over somewhere else.

Your first visit includes a consultation, a comprehensive physical and neurological exam, a functional movement screen, and spinal radiographs that are measured for structural abnormalities. Your Doctor of Chiropractic reviews all findings, formulates a diagnosis, and walks you through a recommended treatment plan before any adjustments are made.

Dr. Anchors treats a wide range of musculoskeletal and systemic conditions, including back pain, neck pain, headaches and migraines, sciatica, disc herniation, scoliosis, carpal tunnel syndrome, shoulder pain, hip and knee pain, whiplash, TMJ disorders, and athletic injuries. Because of the strong connection between the spine and the nervous system, many patients also experience improvements in digestion, energy, sleep, and overall well-being.

Spinal decompression is a non-surgical mechanical therapy that gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on compressed discs, nerves, and joints. It is effective for herniated and bulging discs, sciatica, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, facet joint syndrome, and failed back surgery syndrome. Sessions run 45 minutes to an hour and typically include a chiropractic adjustment followed by decompression and supporting therapies. Most patients complete 12 to 25 sessions over several weeks depending on whether the condition is cervical or lumbar.

Knee on Trac is a computerized traction system manufactured by Ergo-Flex that creates gentle separation within the knee joint capsule. It reduces pressure, improves circulation, and stimulates the production of synovial fluid. Used for chronic knee pain, osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, ligament injuries, post-surgical stiffness, cartilage degeneration, runner's knee, and bursitis, sessions are short (10 to 15 minutes) and patients typically describe them as relaxing. Most people notice improvement within the first few treatments, with a typical plan running multiple sessions per week over several weeks.

Yes. Chiropractic care is one of the safest non-surgical, drug-free approaches to managing musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Anchors uses Neuromechanical Impulse Treatment, which delivers precise, controlled mechanical impulses rather than high-force manual manipulation. Your treatment plan is based on a thorough diagnostic evaluation, and your provider monitors your progress and adjusts the approach as your body responds.

Chiropractic treatment costs depend on the complexity of your condition and the therapies included in your plan. Your provider discusses the recommended approach and associated costs during your initial consultation. PMC is out-of-network, but we provide superbills for patients to file for insurance reimbursement. Cherry Financing and CareCredit are also available. Visit our Insurance and Financing page for details.

It depends on the nature and severity of your condition. Acute injuries may respond within a handful of visits, while chronic conditions or structural issues typically require a longer course of care. Your Doctor of Chiropractic sets expectations during your initial visit based on diagnostic findings, then monitors your progress with follow-up exams and imaging. Many patients transition to a maintenance schedule after their primary issue is resolved to preserve their results and prevent recurrence.