Synaptic Chiropractic offers brain-based chiropractic care to adults and children experiencing physical pain and struggling with anxiety, depression, fatigue, poor concentration, insomnia, digestive problems, stress management, allergies, accelerated aging and many other symptoms.
Based on scientific research that links targeted chiropractic adjustments to the central nervous system's processing of pain, brain-based chiropractic care offers a pathway to relief for many.Using a handheld instrument called an ArthoStim that delivers gentle pulsing motion at varying frequencies, Synaptic Chiropractic's Dr. Andrea Smith stimulates different parts of the body that correspond to specific parts of the brain.
Based on scientific research that links targeted chiropractic adjustments to the central nervous system's processing of pain, brain-based chiropractic care offers a pathway to relief for many.Using a handheld instrument called an ArthoStim that delivers gentle pulsing motion at varying frequencies, Synaptic Chiropractic's Dr. Andrea Smith stimulates different parts of the body that correspond to specific parts of the brain.
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When stress overwhelms our brain's ability to adapt, dysfunction and symptoms can appear. At Synaptic Chiropractic, we focus on assessing how your body responds to and recovers from all three types of stressors. Once an assessment is completed, we can focus on correcting and stabilizing any current neurophysiological dysfunction.
Our bodies and minds respond instinctively to small doses of stresses, but aren't necessarily made to accommodate long-term, chronic stress without negative consequences. When you experience stress for long periods of time, you become more susceptible to developing serious health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, diabetes and more.
Research shows us that chiropractic adjustments of certain, specific areas of the body with the right type of stimulation increase brain function. Using the results of the initial Stress Response Evaluation, Dr. Andrea tailors adjustments to stimulate the nerves in your body to teach them new neurological pathways - new "good brain habits."
Dr. Andrea Coffren offers brain entrainment, also known as brain synchronization, in conjunction with chiropractic adjustments to re-balance brain wave activity and help your brain to relax, rest and reboot. Brain entrainment uses auditory binaural beats, light frequencies and guided mediation to stimulate the brain's frequency following response, synchronizing brainwaves with auditory and visual rhythms.
Neuro-chiropractic care is safe for children of all ages, from newborns to teens. It can make a big difference in the lives of children who struggle with depression, anxiety, constipation and/or diarrhea, headaches, ear infections, digestive problems and other issues that affect their daily lives. Under Dr. Andrea's care, many children have found relief from chronic symptoms.
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Evan Amell
Sep 25, 2021
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Dr. Andrea Smith is awesome! Very personable and knowledgeable in her practice. I went in for an assessment/adjustment and went over the findings followed by some of her recommendations for at home stuff. My body has been thankful every since as my sleep has tremendously improved. It’s been 5 years since I’ve gotten sleep like this which made me so much more energized and ready for the day thanks to her guidance. Highly recommend!
Jenn Natola
Jun 22, 2021
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Dr. Andrea Smith is simply the best chiropractor I have ever been treated by! She takes the time to talk to you and understand your needs and lifestyle. She treats you as an individual and genuinely cares. She is gentle and explains what she is doing and why! I never feel like I can not ask questions when she adjusts me. My adjustments are tailored to my needs and changes based on how my body is changing. The world needs more chiropractors like Dr. Andrea Smith who demonstrate empathy and compassion while being invested in my well being!!
Kristin Pacelli
Jun 14, 2021
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Dr. Andrea is an amazing experienced chiropractor who embraces a wellness approach and values treating the whole person! She uses a diverse range of techniques and tools to help patients maintain optimal health and find relief from pain. (based on myself and six of my family members). We are grateful to have a trusted doctor who listens and has a superb combination of being compassionate and professional. We travel over an hour to see her without hesitation.
The office is clean, calming and Katie the office cooridnator is unbelievely pleasant and super efficient! Thank you for all you both do
The office is clean, calming and Katie the office cooridnator is unbelievely pleasant and super efficient! Thank you for all you both do
Jessica Dyer
Aug 18, 2020
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Matt Natale
Dec 07, 2019
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Dr Ella and her staff are very welcoming and happy to help! Having never been to a chiropractor, she explained the process of how treatment would be administered which made perfect sense. She also provided a pillow to help support my back and neck. I do a lot of driving for work and have been using it for lumbar support which makes the long drives much more bearable.
Jackie Fournier
Oct 19, 2019
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I met Dr. Ella at her office as part of a free trial program for a new therapeutic neck pillow. As someone with a history of a herniated neck disc, I have always been on the search for comfortable pillows that allow my neck to rest at a comfortable angle and relive my headaches and muscle spasms, so it was worth a try!
Upon meeting Dr. Ella, she was was very warm, welcoming, and enthusiastic. She gave me some great recommendations for different positions to try when using the pillow. I tried it right away and had a great night’s sleep! I have used it now for a week and have to say that it’s
Upon meeting Dr. Ella, she was was very warm, welcoming, and enthusiastic. She gave me some great recommendations for different positions to try when using the pillow. I tried it right away and had a great night’s sleep! I have used it now for a week and have to say that it’s
Sarah Copperberg
Sep 25, 2019
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Dr. Ella was doing a giveaway for neck pillows and I was lucky enough to receive one. Since I am a side sleeper I often wake up stiff and with neck pain. This new pillow worked on its very first night. I have felt lighter in my shoulders and neck area. Dr. Ella has a warm and comfortable office that is located right between Westbrook and Portland. I highly recommend giving her practice a try.
Bryhanah E. Esposito
Sep 07, 2019
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Received a free neck pillow from this practice, just a quick stop on an evening running errands! Great little pillow, have already used in the car and at home (multiple uses). Dr. Ella herself was warm, friendly, and informative! I learned a bit about her practice and how it is different than others, as well as received a packet of further information when I asked. Dr. Ella also spent a few minutes explaining pricing, payment plans, and how that applies to insurance networks. Worth the stop and worth the time in your life to feel better!
Kathy A.
Jul 12, 2019
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Dr. Ella has a unique approach to Chiropractic that needs to be experienced in order to be fully appreciated. The best thing about her techniques is they WORK! There is no awkward wrenching, twisting and popping. At first I was pretty skeptical but I have gone from painful limited range of motion in my shoulder to full range and pain free. If you have tried other chiropractors without results, go to Synaptic Chiropractic and at least schedule an initial consultation and make your decision from there. I am very glad that I did!
Kyle C.
Jun 10, 2019
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Dr Ella is amazing! I went to her after a car accident, because I was having trouble with my nervous system being stuck in "car accident" mode. She helped train my body to release that stuck event in my body. I am forever grateful. In going to Dr Ella she also helped heal my overall nervous system that was basically shot from stress. She helped me get on a restorative plan and helped reset my nervous system to a normal state of health. Love Dr Ella. You must go see her!
Sallie Rich
Jun 09, 2019
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My daughter and I have been helped immensely by Dr. Ella! When my daughter was learning to read I noticed that she was having trouble tracking properly. Adjustments while she was reading were amazingly effective. She is on par with reading now.
We both are healthier overall, having better sleep, improved digestion, decreased healing time for muscular skeletal injuries, increased positive mental attitude, and more energy overall.
I highly recommend Synaptic Chiropractic for increasing your health and vitality!
We both are healthier overall, having better sleep, improved digestion, decreased healing time for muscular skeletal injuries, increased positive mental attitude, and more energy overall.
I highly recommend Synaptic Chiropractic for increasing your health and vitality!
Rhonda White
May 24, 2019
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Dr. Ella offered me a free neck pillow which I really really needed. She was so nice and gave me some helpful ideas on how best to use it since I'm also having trouble with my left shoulder. I highly recommend the pillow so far. I've been using for about 4 days and it helps to alleviate the pressure on my shoulder when I hug it since I'm a side sleeper:+)
Jill K.
Mar 16, 2019
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Dr. Ella is a gifted and intuitive chiropractor. Her care is patient focused and caring. The results for myself and my family are life changing. Improved sleep, better concentration, digestive issues resolved and much higher quality of life for us all. I truly appreciate all the educational information she provides and her talent for keeping my family functioning at our best.
