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Our main goal here at Spine & Joint Center is to get you out of pain so you can do the things that you love to do. In fact all of our treatment programs are designed to get you out of pain as quickly as possible and then keep you pain free for the long term. What separates us from so many other clinics is that we believe in setting up our patients with the best possible outcome to return to living a pain free lifestyle. Feel free to check out our reviews, contacts us with any questions, and take a look at our services that we provide to see if this is the best place for you. We treat our patients like family here at Spine and Joint Center and will treat you with the respect you deserve. Come see how we can help you.

Dr. Phil Skandaliaris, D.C.

Dr. Phil Skandaliaris completed his undergraduate studies at the University of South Florida, completing his degree in Biomedical science and minored in public health and physics. Dr. Phil first became interested in chiropractic after suffering multiple injuries and surgeries from playing high school and college football. Dr. Phil was tired of just being prescribed medications for his pain instead of doctors trying to find the cause. After a few weeks of chiropractic care, his pain subsided, and decided this is what he needed to do. Dr. Phil studied chiropractic at Life University where he excelled while also taking post graduate studies. He did further study in SOT, Applied Kinesiology, Neurology at the Carrick Institute, Cox Flexion Distraction, McKenzie Institute, and Thompson technique. Additionally, his clinical experience was furthered when he was part of ChiroMissions, where he went abroad to the Dominican Republic to serve the under-privileged. Dr. Phil has always loved being a part of sports and has served as the team physician for Tarpon Springs High school since 2013.

In his free time Dr. Phil is an avid golfer and fisherman. He loves to spend time with his family and is also apart of numerous local organizations such as Rotary, AHEPA, St. Greek Orthodox Church, and Epiphany Committee.

Dr. Jennie L.Yates, D.C.

Dr. Yates completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Florida, completing her degree in Microbiology and Cell Science. She first became interested in chiropractic after being involved in a rear end automobile accident. After 6-8 weeks of no improvement, chiropractic care provided immediate relief. She studied chiropractic care at Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida, graduating Cum Laude. As a student Dr. Yates was very active in the Sports Chiropractic and Motion palpation clubs and held positions within the Student American Chiropractic Association, including being selected as a delegate for the 2004 legislative conference in Washington, DC. Dr. Yates was also very active in her chiropractic studies, taking electives in multiple techniques including: Thompson, Activator, SOT and Cox Flexion-Distraction. Additionally, her clinical experience included providing needed chiropractic care in Madagascar as part of Palmer Clinic Abroad and through the Palmer Outreach Clinic to underserved communities.

Dr. Yates currently provides exceptional patient care by accurately assessing and treating often complex cases for indications and contraindications of a variety of therapeutic techniques. Dr. Yates frequently uses therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy and passive modalities to treat musculoskeletal conditions including: injuries related to automobile accidents, sports injuries, arthritis, sciatica, headache, neck and back pain.

In her free time, Dr. Yates is an instructor of Anatomy & Physiology at St. Petersburg College. She was a volunteer physician with the Pinellas County Department of Health 2009-2015, for which she received a President’s Volunteer Service Award. She also enjoys the wonderful opportunities for outdoor Gulf coast activities including paddle boarding, kayaking and diving.

We love our patients, here's what they have to say about us:

I’ve been to a lot of Chiropractors just from moving state-to-state, and this one is by far the best treatment I’ve ever gotten. They are not just professional, but dedicated to you and your problems. I love going to an appointment knowing that when I come out of there they have done everything they can to make that visit as successful as possible. Can’t recommend this place enough!

Amazing place! The staff is so friendly and generally cares about your well-being and Dr. Phil is amazing! Each and every person there have such great personalities and attitudes

What a wonderful office space. I am so glad my friend and chiropractor Jennie Yates is working in this office. Jennie is one of the best chiropractors I have ever seen and I have seen lots. She is caring, considerate, knows her skills and has a most healing touch.

Fantastic establishment! The staff was professional and courteous. Spine & Joint and all of its employees took the time to understand and explain my health needs. I look forward to visiting Spine & Joint of Tarpon Springs again in the future.

FAQs

What Problems Do Chiropractors Treat?

Doctors of chiropractic treat many different types of problems but mainly focus on those conditions that affect your muscles, joints, and nerves. Problems such as low back pain, neck pain, headaches, pain in your arm and legs, carpal tunnel syndrome, and whiplash injuries are a few examples of what we treat effectively.

What Does An Adjustment Do?

Chiropractic adjustments are safe, gentle, and effective movement of your joints by the chiropractors hands or and adjusting tool and performed for the purpose of restoring normal position and movement to those joints. Once the spine is in line and has no irritation on the nerves or spinal cord, the body has the ability to be strong again and heal properly.

What Are The Noises I Hear During An Adjustment?

The noise you hear is similar to when cracking your knuckles. When and adjustment is made, the gases that are present in the adjusted joint are released. When gases are released, you hear a familiar popping sound. It is nothing to be concerned about and not harmful at all.

Why Do I Need X-Rays?

X-Rays are taken for your own safety. Other problems can appear on x-rays making them important for the chiropractors to be aware of. X-Rays offer the best possible results for care and can help with developing a right program for you.

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Spine & Joint Center

29 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

Tel: (727) 934-7246
Fax: (727) 934-7245

Office Hours

We would be honored to have you stop by and come see for yourself why others have been raving about our service and accomplishments.

Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Thursday: 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Friday: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: Closed

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