Dr. Brenda Fortin, DC (Doctor of Chiropractic) enjoys helping people achieve their optimal health naturally and teaching them on living healthier lifestyles.  She received her Doctorate of Chiropractic and Bachelors degrees in Human Biology from Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, MN.  

Dr. Fortin has learned acupuncture through Northwestern and Cranial-Sacral Therapy through the Upledger Institutes in Florida.  She has taught classes on many health topics through community education, local business, business expos and also on the radio.  Dr. Fortin is an active member of the Minnesota Chiropractic Association.

Dr. Fortin especially likes to work with families which include children and pregnant women.  She also enjoys being a resource for her patients on healthier living.  Unlike some clinics where patients are rushed in and out the door, Dr. Fortin takes the time to give her patients a full understanding of their condition, and not only treats the patient, but works and explains to them the various ways they can remain healthy.  Dr. Fortin has been recgonized for is giving patients personailzed service and getting them healthier with fewer visits.  Dr. Fortin strives on getting to know her patients on a personal level to help guide them and their families to living healthier lives.

Common conditions that chiropractic can help with:

Chiropractic Philosophy

Chiropractors focus on locating and finding misalignments in the spine, which are called subluxations, that might interfere with communication in the body.  Subluxations are less than a dislocation and is what chiropractors look for and correct. These subluxations can cause nerve interferences which can contribute to pain, muscles tightness and organ dysfunction.  The chiropractic adjustment removes the nerve interferences for the body to function at its optimal level.  It will also allow the body's inborn ability to heal itself.  When your body is working at its optimal level, it can adapt better to the stressors placed upon it in everyday life.  All ages can benefit from chiropractic.  As we get older, stress and other trauma to our body can also contribute to spinal misalignments.  Many people benefit from chiropractic care throughout their lives.