Progressive Chiropractic & Orthopedic

At Progressive Chiropractic & Orthopedics, we believe in the power of holistic wellness and the importance of treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. We have been serving the Irmo area and surrounding communities since 2012, with a dedicated team led by Dr. Christen Bowman Clements. Dr. Clements was raised in Irmo and has a deep commitment to providing excellent chiropractic care at an affordable price to the community that has made such a significant impact on her life.

Our clinic incorporates chiropractic and non-surgical orthopedic care, focusing on treating not only conditions related to the spine but every part of the body. We aim to use the least invasive yet highly effective techniques to allow our patients to recover quickly and live a more active, pain-free life.

Our Team

Dr. Christen Bowman Clements is a board-certified chiropractic physician with a specialty in non-surgical orthopedics. Raised in Irmo, SC, she graduated from Ben Lippen High School and then attended Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN, where she graduated as Magna Cum Laude with a degree in clinical psychology. Following her undergraduate studies, Dr. Bowman Clements moved to Chicago, where she attended the National University of Health Sciences, earning a second bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree with honors as Cum Laude. After graduating, she joined one of the busiest and most progressive practices in Illinois, continuing to pursue academic excellence and earning a postdoctoral degree in Non-Surgical Orthopedics.

Services

At Progressive Chiropractic & Orthopedics, we offer a variety of services designed to promote holistic wellness and address various health concerns. These include:

• Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy: A safe and effective way to improve joint mobility and reduce pain and inflammation by manually applying controlled forces to specific joints.

• Non-Surgical Orthopedic Care: A holistic approach to treating musculoskeletal conditions without surgery, focusing on the least invasive yet highly effective techniques.

• Active Release Technique: A patented method of treatment used to diagnose and treat scar tissue that causes pain and stiffness in muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

• IASTM: A treatment technique that uses specially designed instruments to detect and treat scar tissue and restrictions in the muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

• Cupping: A form of traditional Chinese medicine that uses cups to create suction on the skin, promoting blood flow and relieving tension in the muscles.

• Kinesiotaping: A form of athletic taping that provides support and stability to joints and muscles without restricting the range of motion.

• Physiotherapeutic Modalities: Various treatments that use heat, cold, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound to promote healing, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve range of motion.

Who We Serve

At Progressive Chiropractic & Orthopedics, we are dedicated to serving individuals and families in the Irmo area and surrounding communities. We believe in the importance of holistic wellness and strive to provide the highest quality care to help our patients live a more active, pain-free life.