Drug-free, personalized chiropractic care from Jefferson City's trusted clinic since 2006.
Wheat Chiropractic & Wellness Center provides back pain treatment for residents of Taos 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 10-minute drive west from Taos. Most insurance plans are accepted — call (573) 636-3555 to verify yours.
Taos is a quiet community just west of Jefferson City along Route C. Its residents enjoy a small-town feel while being close enough to the capital that a chiropractic appointment fits easily into a lunch break or an after-work trip. Patients in Taos choose Wheat Chiropractic for back pain treatment because care is personalized for every age and stage, from children and athletes to expectant mothers and seniors, so the approach is always matched to the person in front of the doctor. The doctors treat the whole family — children, athletes, expectant mothers, and seniors — and the clinic has served Jefferson City and the surrounding area since 2006, giving Dr. Wheat and Dr. Galbraith nearly two decades of hands-on experience. That depth of experience shows in how carefully each visit is tailored, whether you are a first-time patient or have been in care for years.
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 Taos 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 Taos patients with disc herniations avoid surgery through consistent conservative care.
Yes — the drive from Taos is about 10 minutes via Route C. Many Taos patients schedule midday or late-afternoon appointments, and we do our best to keep wait times short 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 10-minute drive west from Taos (roughly 7 miles east on Route C). We welcome patients from Taos, MO (ZIP 65101) and the surrounding communities.
We also provide back pain treatment to patients in the cities surrounding Taos: