Chiropractor in Auburn, AL Serving Patients Since 1981
A chiropractor in Auburn, AL is what many local patients search for when back pain, neck pain, or a disc problem starts interfering with work, school, or game day at Jordan-Hare. Herring Spine & Rehab has served the Auburn-Opelika area since 1981, with our office located just minutes from Auburn University at 2011 Gateway Drive in Opelika.
Over the past four decades, our doctors have treated thousands of patients from Auburn neighborhoods like Cary Woods, Shelton Woods, Hickory Dickory, and the South College and Samford Avenue corridors. We see Auburn University students, faculty, retirees, parents, athletes, and accident victims from every part of the city. Our practice is built on hands-on chiropractic care, on-site X-rays with same-day results, and a no-contract model that lets patients use the care they need without a long-term commitment.
We also integrate medical services through Tiger Town Wellness at our same Opelika location, so Auburn patients who need non-narcotic pain management, injections, or other medical support can stay with one team.
What Brings Auburn Patients to a Chiropractor
Auburn is a busy mix of college life, growing neighborhoods, and a workforce that puts real wear and tear on the body. Students carry heavy bags across campus and spend long hours studying at desks. Faculty and staff sit for long shifts at computers. Construction workers, contractors, nurses at East Alabama Health, and warehouse staff lift and twist all day long.
That kind of daily load shows up as back pain, neck pain, headaches, numbness in the hands, sciatica down the leg, and disc problems that limit movement. Auburn also sees a high volume of sports injuries, from AU athletes to weekend runners on the Town Creek and Kiesel Park trails. Auto accidents along South College Street, Glenn Avenue, and I-85 also push patients into our office for personal injury and whiplash care.
Most of these problems trace back to the spine. When the joints, discs, and nerves are not moving the way they should, the body sends pain signals until something changes.
How We Diagnose Auburn Patients
Diagnosis starts the moment you walk in. We take a full history of the injury or pain pattern, then perform a physical exam that checks range of motion, posture, reflexes, and nerve function. When imaging is needed, we take X-rays on site and read them the same day. There is no separate trip to an imaging center and no waiting a week for results.
If a deeper look is needed, our doctors have auxiliary staff privileges at East Alabama Health, which allows them to order MRIs, CT scans, and bone density tests. Auburn patients with complex cases get a clear path forward without having to start over at another office.
Chiropractic and Medical Treatment for Auburn Patients
Our primary treatment is hands-on chiropractic adjustment to restore spinal motion and reduce nerve pressure. For disc-related pain, we use Cox decompression tables to gently separate the vertebrae and reduce pressure on bulging or herniated discs. We pair adjustments with therapies like electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, cold laser, deep moist heat, mechanical traction, and spinal strengthening exercises.
For Auburn patients who need medical support alongside chiropractic care, Tiger Town Wellness offers non-narcotic pain relief, anti-inflammatory prescriptions, muscle relaxants, and injections when appropriate. We also offer weight loss therapy and men's hormone optimization for patients focused on long-term wellness.
Why Auburn and Opelika Trust Herring Spine & Rehab
Herring Spine & Rehab has been a family practice in the Auburn-Opelika area since 1981. Our doctors have been recognized by the state association multiple times:
Dr. Ron Herring — Alabama State Chiropractic Association Young Chiropractor of the Year, 1989
Dr. Rod Herring — ASCA Young Chiropractor of the Year (1996); ASCA Chiropractor of the Year (2019)
Dr. Ronald J. Herring, M.D. — Trained at the Mayo Clinic with an additional fellowship year as Chief Medical Resident
Dr. Tyler Wilburn — Webster Technique-certified chiropractor, born and raised in the Auburn-Opelika area
We accept most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Humana, United Healthcare, and Medicare. Our office runs on a no-contract policy.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Auburn Chiropractic Services
Do you see patients from Auburn?
Yes. We see Auburn patients every day. Our office is at 2011 Gateway Drive in Opelika, just minutes from Auburn University and easy to reach from any Auburn neighborhood including Shelton Woods, Cary Woods, the South College corridor, and the area near Auburn Mall. We have served the Auburn-Opelika area since 1981.
How far is your office from Auburn University?
Our office at 2011 Gateway Drive is about a 10-minute drive from the Auburn University campus. We are just off I-85 at the Gateway Drive exit, which makes the trip easy from anywhere in Auburn, including South College Street, Glenn Avenue, and the University Drive corridor.
Do you treat Auburn University students?
Yes. We treat Auburn University students for back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, and posture issues from long study sessions. Many AU students drive over from campus for same-day X-rays, hands-on adjustments, and a clear treatment plan before they leave the office. We accept most major insurance plans.
Do you accept Blue Cross Blue Shield for Auburn patients?
Yes. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield along with Aetna, Humana, United Healthcare, Medicare, and many other plans. Our front-desk team will verify your coverage before your first visit. Call 334-745-5321 to confirm your specific plan.
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor in Auburn?
No, you do not need a referral for chiropractic care at our office. Most patients call us directly and schedule a first visit. We will take a full history, examine you, and take X-rays on site if needed. You will receive your reading and a treatment plan the same day.
Do you require a long-term contract?
No. Herring Spine & Rehab operates on a no-contract model. Auburn and Opelika patients use the care they need without signing up for a treatment package. You are free to come in for a single visit, follow a short treatment plan, or use us long-term, with no commitment required.
Do you treat sports injuries from Auburn University athletes or weekend athletes?
Yes. We treat sports injuries for AU athletes, intramural players, runners, golfers, and weekend athletes from across Auburn and Opelika. Common injuries we see include back strains, neck pain, shoulder and knee issues, sciatica, and post-impact pain from contact sports. Our doctors use hands-on adjustments, decompression, and therapies like cold laser and electrical muscle stimulation.
Can I get same-day X-rays at your Auburn-area office?
Yes. We take X-rays directly in our office at 2011 Gateway Drive and read them the same day. There is no separate trip to an imaging center and no waiting a week for results. Auburn patients with new injuries or acute pain often get imaging, a diagnosis, and a treatment plan in one visit.
Do you treat car accident injuries for Auburn drivers?
Yes. We treat auto accident injuries including whiplash, back pain, neck pain, and soft tissue damage for Auburn drivers and passengers. Many of our personal injury patients have been in collisions along South College Street, Glenn Avenue, or I-85. We work with most auto insurance carriers and personal injury attorneys.
Who are the chiropractors at Herring Spine & Rehab?
Our chiropractic team includes Dr. Rod Herring (ASCA Chiropractor of the Year 2019), Dr. Ron Herring (ASCA Young Chiropractor of the Year 1989), and Dr. Tyler Wilburn, who was born and raised in the Auburn-Opelika area and is Webster Technique certified. Dr. Ronald J. Herring, M.D. (Mayo Clinic trained) leads the medical side through Tiger Town Wellness at the same Opelika location.
Do you treat sciatica and disc problems for Auburn patients?
Yes. Sciatica and disc problems are two of the most common conditions we treat. We use Cox decompression tables to gently reduce pressure on bulging or herniated discs, paired with hands-on adjustments and therapies like ultrasound, cold laser, and electrical muscle stimulation. Auburn patients with sciatica often see noticeable relief within the first few visits.
What are your office hours and can I be seen this week?
Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 5:30pm, and Saturday 8am to 12pm. We routinely see new Auburn and Opelika patients the same week they call, and often the same day for acute injuries. Call 334-745-5321 to schedule.
Ready to See an Auburn Chiropractor Who Can Help Today?
Same-day X-rays, hands-on adjustments, and a treatment plan before you leave. No contracts. Most insurance accepted.
Our office hours: Monday through Friday: 8am–12pm and 1:30pm–5:30pm Saturday: 8am–12pm
Call us at (334) 745-5321 to schedule your first appointment. Our staff will verify your insurance coverage and answer any questions before you come in.
Serving patients throughout East Alabama, including Opelika, Auburn, Phenix City, Valley, LaFayette, Dadeville, Beulah, Smiths Station, and surrounding communities. Same-day X-rays available. No contracts required.