Chiropractor Serving the University Drive Corridor in Auburn, AL
Herring Spine & Rehab serves patients along the University Drive corridor in Auburn, Alabama, providing chiropractic and non-surgical medical care from our office at 2011 Gateway Drive in Opelika — less than 10 minutes away. Since 1981, we have treated thousands of patients from across the Auburn-Opelika area, including families, Auburn University students, faculty, and working professionals who live and work along E University Drive and the surrounding neighborhoods.
If you are dealing with back pain, neck pain, headaches, or a recent injury and you are looking for a chiropractor near University Drive in Auburn, our office is a short drive up I-85 North and has everything you need under one roof — including on-site X-rays with same-day results, integrated medical care, and experienced doctors who have been serving this community for over 40 years.
Who Lives and Works Along University Drive in Auburn
The University Drive corridor is one of the most active stretches in the Auburn area, running through a mix of commercial, residential, and campus-adjacent neighborhoods. The area draws a wide range of people — Auburn University students managing the physical demands of campus life, faculty and staff who spend long hours at desks, retail and restaurant workers on their feet all day, and families in the established neighborhoods just off the main corridor.
Back pain, neck pain, and headaches are extremely common in all of these groups. Prolonged sitting, physically demanding work, sports injuries, and car accidents on heavily trafficked roads like University Drive all contribute to the types of musculoskeletal problems we treat every day. East Alabama’s humid summers and physically active culture — from intramural sports to outdoor recreation near Chewacla State Park — also create their share of strains and joint issues that respond well to chiropractic care.
Getting to Herring Spine & Rehab from University Drive
From University Drive, getting to our office is straightforward. Head north on S College Street or Dean Road to I-85 North, take the exit toward Gateway Drive in Opelika, and you will find us at 2011 Gateway Drive — right near Tiger Town. The drive typically takes under 10 minutes from most points along the University Drive corridor.
We offer on-site X-rays with same-day readings and same-day reports of findings, so you are not making multiple trips or waiting days for results. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 5:30pm, and Saturday from 8am to 12pm, making it easy to schedule around Auburn University’s academic calendar or a typical work week.
Chiropractic and Medical Services We Provide
Our office offers a full range of chiropractic and non-surgical medical services under one roof. Dr. Ron Herring, Dr. Rod Herring, and Dr. Tyler Wilburn handle chiropractic care for back pain, neck pain, headaches, numbness and tingling, disc conditions, sciatica, sports injuries, and automobile accidents. Dr. Rod Herring received the Alabama State Chiropractic Association Chiropractor of the Year award in 2019. Both Dr. Ron and Dr. Rod Herring received Young Chiropractor of the Year honors early in their careers (1989 and 1996).
On the medical side, Tiger Town Wellness at Herring Spine & Rehab provides non-narcotic pain management, inflammation treatment, muscle relaxants, and weight loss therapy with Dr. Ronald J. Herring, M.D. — a University of South Alabama medical school graduate with a residency at the Mayo Clinic — alongside nurse practitioner Jeff Sanders, F.N.P.-B.C. Our doctors also have auxiliary staff privileges at East Alabama Health, which includes the ability to order MRIs, CT scans, bone density tests, and more.
We do not require contracts. Patients pay by the visit. We accept most major insurance providers including BCBS, Aetna, Humana, United Healthcare, and Medicare, and our insurance staff will verify your specific coverage.
What Auburn Patients Say About Herring Spine & Rehab
“You provide the Opelika and Auburn area the BEST hands down chiropractic care around.” — Heather McGrady
Herring Spine & Rehab has hundreds of five-star reviews from patients across the Auburn-Opelika area. Our approach — combining experienced chiropractic physicians with integrated medical staff — means patients along the University Drive corridor get access to a level of care that goes well beyond a standard chiropractic visit.
Q: How far is Herring Spine & Rehab from University Drive in Auburn? Herring Spine & Rehab is located at 2011 Gateway Drive in Opelika, approximately 8 to 10 minutes from E University Drive in Auburn. Head north on South College Street or Dean Road to I-85 North, exit at Gateway Drive, and we are right there near Tiger Town.
Q: Do you treat Auburn University students? Yes. We treat patients of all ages including college students. Auburn University students dealing with back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, and stress-related muscle tension are welcome. We accept most insurance plans and do not require contracts, so students can come in as needed without a long-term commitment.
Q: Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor near Auburn? No referral is needed. You can call us directly at 334-745-5321 and schedule an appointment. Our insurance staff will verify your coverage before your first visit so there are no surprises.
Q: Does Herring Spine & Rehab accept insurance for Auburn patients? Yes. We accept most major insurance providers including BCBS, Aetna, Humana, United Healthcare, and Medicare. Auburn-area patients are encouraged to call our office and we will verify your specific plan before your first appointment.
Ready to Schedule Your Visit from University Drive?
Herring Spine & Rehab 2011 Gateway Drive, Opelika, Alabama Phone: 334-745-5321
Office Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 8am – 12pm & 1:30pm – 5:30pm
- Saturday: 8am – 12pm
- Sunday: Closed
We serve patients from University Drive, South College, Downtown Auburn, North Dean Road, Toomer’s Corner, and throughout the Auburn-Opelika area. Same-day X-rays on site. No contracts. Most insurance accepted.