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Your Trusted Chiropractor in Hamel, MN
Fortin Chiropractic Health & Wellness Clinic, established in 2004, is a family-owned practice rooted in Hamel, Minnesota, with a legacy of community service spanning four generations. Founded by Dr. Brenda Fortin, the clinic combines chiropractic care, acupuncture, and nutritional guidance to address patients' holistic health needs. Our mission prioritizes personalized care, treating patients as whole individuals while fostering a nurturing, small-town atmosphere. With expertise in chiropractic adjustments for all ages, including specialized pediatric and prenatal care, we emphasize listening, collaboration, and evidence-based treatments to optimize nervous system function.Recognized as a Best Chiropractic Office by Minnesota Monthly for six consecutive years, we actively engage in community events and charitable initiatives. Dr. Fortins academic affiliations and certifications, including acupuncture training from Northwestern Health Sciences University, underscore our commitment to advanced, ethical care. Transparency, patient education, and a focus on long-term wellness define our approach, ensuring patients receive reliable, compassionate support for their health journeys.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Acupuncture
Electro-Muscle Stimulation
Ultrasound Therapy
Prenatal Care
Pediatric Chiropractic
Newborn Spinal Checks
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined chiropractic expertise with personalized care.
- Our team provides specialized pediatric and prenatal chiropractic treatments.
- Recognized as a Best Chiropractic Office by Minnesota Monthly for six years.
- We prioritize patient education and holistic, non-invasive healing methods.
- Active community involvement and partnerships with local organizations.
What people say
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Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments correct spinal misalignments (subluxations) to alleviate nerve interference, reduce pain, and enhance bodily function. This service addresses conditions like back pain, neck pain, and headaches while supporting overall wellness. Patients of all ages benefit from improved mobility and nervous system optimization through manual or tool-assisted techniques tailored to individual needs.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses fine needles at meridian points to restore energy flow (chi) and promote healing. It effectively treats allergies, chronic pain, insomnia, and stress by stimulating the bodys natural recovery processes. Combined with chiropractic care, it accelerates recovery and balances physiological functions, offering a holistic approach to managing acute and chronic conditions.
Electro-Muscle Stimulation
Electro-Muscle Stimulation (EMS) delivers low-level electrical impulses to reduce pain, decrease swelling, and restore muscle function. This non-invasive therapy aids recovery from strains, sprains, and chronic pain by enhancing circulation and nerve signaling. Patients experience immediate relief and accelerated healing when EMS is integrated with chiropractic adjustments.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Prenatal chiropractic care addresses spinal stress and pelvic misalignments during pregnancy to alleviate back pain, reduce morning sickness, and improve labor outcomes. Using specialized tables and gentle techniques, adjustments support optimal fetal positioning and maternal comfort, ensuring safer, more efficient deliveries while maintaining the mothers musculoskeletal health.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Pediatric chiropractic care focuses on spinal health for infants, children, and teens, addressing issues from birth trauma, sports injuries, or posture problems. Gentle adjustments improve nervous system function, alleviate colic, ear infections, and scoliosis, and support developmental milestones. Early intervention fosters lifelong wellness and resilience in growing bodies.
People
Dr. Brenda Fortin
Chiropractor & Owner
Dr. Brenda Fortin, DC, has practiced chiropractic since 2001 and specializes in pediatric and prenatal care. A graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University, she holds an acupuncture certification and serves as an Associate Faculty Clinician there. With roots in Hamel spanning four generations, she founded Fortin Chiropractic in 2004, emphasizing community wellness and holistic health.
Questions
What services does Fortin Chiropractic offer?
We provide chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, EMS therapy, ultrasound therapy, prenatal care, and pediatric chiropractic services for all ages.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
Yes, our gentle, tailored adjustments safely address spinal issues in newborns, infants, and children, supporting developmental health and wellness.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with patients to process insurance claims and offer flexible payment options. Contact us for specific details.
How can acupuncture benefit me?
Acupuncture treats pain, stress, allergies, and chronic conditions by restoring energy flow, often complementing chiropractic care for faster recovery.
What are your emergency services?
Call us immediately for urgent musculoskeletal issues—we prioritize prompt care for acute injuries and pain flare-ups.
Can chiropractic help during pregnancy?
Yes, prenatal adjustments alleviate back pain, improve labor outcomes, and support maternal wellness through safe, specialized techniques.
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Vanessa Scherer
May 22, 2022
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Brenda is a very caring and kind person. You will feel at ease walking into her practice for the first time. I am so glad I went to her for pain treatment. "Dr. B" knew how to help me!
Mn Websource
May 15, 2022
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Awesome service! Dr. B is amazing and does such a great job in treating her patients. She treated me for chronic headaches, and had such a great experience with her that I am now brining in my children to get treated as they play sports and are always on the go. It's great to have a 5-star chiropractor so close to home!
Laurissa Webster
May 05, 2022
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Dr. Amy helped me so much through pregnancy! I highly recommend Fortin chiropractic. I felt very good overall at the end of pregnancy and credit most of that to Dr. Amy.
Kristin Johnson
May 03, 2022
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The doctors truly care for their patients. I have had positive results and highly recommend this clinic.