Chiropractic Care
We use a combination of advanced treatments to help resolve the underlying condition causing your back pain.
Chiropractic Care · Johnson City, TN
Restore & maintain optimal health
Chiropractic care is more than just making the pain disappear. It is about learning, understanding, and taking care of your body to improve your quality of life — with about 30 years of experience right here in Johnson City.
Now welcoming new patients · 501 W Oakland Ave, Johnson City
~30 years
Practicing as a Johnson City chiropractor
Est. 2019
Balanced Medical Center, building on Oakland Chiropractic (1995)
No referral needed
Chiropractors are primary care physicians
No waiting time
A focused, one-on-one first visit
The Chiropractic Advantage
How chiropractic care can help you
The benefits that chiropractors provide can be seen in a variety of health conditions — even relatively healthy people can see improvements. Most of us put our bodies through a lot, and regular adjustments can help to restore balance within the body.
Your spine is designed to protect your spinal cord, which is responsible for moving information from your brain to the rest of your body. It is the protective case for one of the most important parts of your body — and a Johnson City chiropractor can help you maintain it.
Balanced Medical Center treats upper & lower back, neck, elbow, shoulder, knee, and hip pain.
“We know that if we can help a patient with their spine and joint health in our office, they will be able to avoid the risk of taking opioids and having surgery.”
What we offer
Care designed to resolve the underlying cause
In 2019, Dr. Sam expanded his reach by opening Balanced Medical Center. Today the clinic serves patients through both chiropractic care and conservative medical treatment.
Neuropathy Relief
We excel at efficiently caring for and identifying neuropathy without the use of countless medications and surgery.
Regenerative Medicine
Concerned with the mechanisms by which we can help restore the optimal functions of the body by introducing cell-rich (HCTP) tissue into your body.
PRP Injections
We are able to provide immediate pain relief and improved range of motion for most muscles or arthritic joints.
Spinal Decompression
A gentle, non-surgical procedure for lower-back, neck and sciatica pain relief — for bulging, herniated or degenerative discs. Sessions typically last under 20 minutes, with many patients feeling relief in as few as 6–10 treatments.
Chiropractic Care for Kids
Gentle chiropractic care for children, helping the whole family restore and maintain balance within the body.
Your first visit
What to expect
Is chiropractic the right treatment for you? Call our team and we will do our best to help you reach your goals.
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No waiting time
We respect your time — your visit starts when it is scheduled to.
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Comprehensive examination
A thorough examination of your pain to understand what is really going on.
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One-on-one consultation
You sit down directly with Dr. Messimer to talk through your concerns.
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Answers about treatment
Clear answers to your questions, and a plan tailored to your goals.
New patient special offer
Are you new to our office? Take advantage of our special offer — a complimentary consultation. Call us and mention you are a new patient.
Meet the team
The people behind Balanced Medical Center
Dr. Sam is committed to providing the community with the utmost care, driven to assist in treating patients timely and efficiently — supported by a team that has been part of Johnson City chiropractic for decades.
Dr. Sam Messimer, D.C.
Chiropractor · Owner
Known to most of his patients simply as "Dr. Sam," with about 30 years practicing as a Johnson City TN chiropractor.
Dr. Sam Messimer completed his undergraduate studies at Milligan University and received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University in Marietta, Georgia.
In 1991, Dr. Sam opened an office for his uncle, Dr. James Messimer, and in 1995 he established Oakland Chiropractic at its present location. In 2019, he expanded his reach in the community by opening Balanced Medical Center — today the clinic serves patients through both chiropractic care and conservative medical treatment.
Dr. Sam has been married to his wife Lisa, a teacher, for 22 years, and they have one college-age son, Thomas. They enjoy adventures, traveling and good food, along with two Wheaten-terrier-ish dogs they rescued from a shelter in Kentucky.
The education of a chiropractor
More training than most patients realize
Most patients do not realize how much education chiropractors have. Chiropractors are held to some of the most intense educational standards in any health field — standards very comparable to those of a medical doctor.
After completing a strong emphasis of basic sciences in college, chiropractors attend a four-year chiropractic college. This means chiropractors are primary care physicians: you do not have to have a referral to see a chiropractor.
“Dr. Sam and his staff are excellent! Dr. Sam takes the time to actually listen to his patients which is hard to find these days. Highly recommend!”
Plan your visit
Find us in Johnson City
Balanced Medical Center is located on West Oakland Avenue in Johnson City. Call us and our team will help you find the right next step for your care.
Office hours
Closed for lunch 12:00pm – 2:00pm
- Monday
- 9:00am – 12:00pm · 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- Tuesday
- 9:00am – 12:00pm · 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- Wednesday
- 9:00am – 12:00pm · 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- Thursday
- 9:00am – 12:00pm · 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- Friday
- 9:00am – 12:00pm
- Saturday & Sunday
- Closed
Ready to feel better?
Is chiropractic the right treatment for you? Call our team and we will do our best to help you reach your goals.