Drug-free, personalized chiropractic care from Jefferson City's trusted clinic since 2006.
Wheat Chiropractic & Wellness Center provides back pain treatment for residents of Eldon and the surrounding area. With nearly two decades of experience, Dr. Wheat and Dr. Galbraith deliver drug-free care from their Jefferson City office, about a 30-minute drive east on Highway 54 from Eldon. Most insurance plans are accepted — call (573) 636-3555 to verify yours.
Eldon is a community in southern Miller County along Highway 54, known for its proximity to the Lake of the Ozarks and its strong local school district. Eldon residents travel west on Highway 54 to Jefferson City for chiropractic care from a clinic with a long track record of results. When it comes to back pain treatment, Eldon patients trust Wheat Chiropractic because patients benefit from advanced therapies beyond traditional adjusting, including a NovoTHOR red light therapy pod and mild hyperbaric oxygen chambers—tools most chiropractic offices do not offer. Whether you are dealing with a new injury or a chronic condition that has bothered you for years, the doctors take time to understand your situation and build a plan that fits. The drive from Eldon is short, and the personalized attention is worth every minute.
Back pain is the number-one reason people seek chiropractic care, and Wheat Chiropractic treats it with a full diagnostic workup before any hands-on work begins. Whether the pain traces to a herniated disc, a muscle strain, degenerative disc disease, or years of poor posture, the doctors identify the root cause using a physical exam, range-of-motion testing, and on-site X-rays. Treatment pairs spinal adjustments with supportive therapies—ultrasound to reduce inflammation, electric stimulation to relax guarding muscles, and rehabilitative exercises to rebuild core strength. The goal is not temporary relief but lasting correction: patients receive a written care plan, progress re-exams, and home instructions so the spine stays stable between visits. No medications, no injections, no surgery—just targeted, conservative care that addresses why the pain started in the first place.
Many patients feel noticeable improvement after the first one or two visits, especially when the pain is acute. Chronic back pain that has built up over months typically requires a longer corrective plan, but your doctor gives you a clear timeline at your second appointment.
Yes. The office accepts most major medical insurance plans, and the staff verifies your chiropractic benefits before treatment begins. If you are from Eldon and unsure of your coverage, call (573) 636-3555 and they will check for you.
The first visit includes a consultation, physical exam, and spinal X-rays when clinically necessary. You will receive a report of findings and a personalized care plan on your second visit, so you understand the cause of your back pain before any adjustment.
Yes. Non-surgical spinal decompression, flexion-distraction adjusting, and supportive therapies are used to reduce disc pressure and nerve irritation. Many Eldon patients with disc herniations avoid surgery through consistent conservative care.
Yes — we see patients from Eldon and the surrounding Miller County area. The 30-minute drive west on Highway 54 is manageable, and we offer morning appointments so you can get back to your day.
Wheat Chiropractic & Wellness Center is located at 1001 Diamond Ridge, Suite 900, Jefferson City, MO 65109 in Jefferson City — about a 30-minute drive east on Highway 54 from Eldon (roughly 25 miles west on Highway 54). We welcome patients from Eldon, MO (ZIP 65026) and the surrounding communities.
We also provide back pain treatment to patients in the cities surrounding Eldon: