Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractors in Yankton, SD
First Chiropractic Center has been dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care for over four decades. Our multi-generational practice combines personalized attention with professional expertise, focusing on understanding each patient's unique health story. We specialize in helping individuals rediscover joy in daily activities by addressing the root causes of discomfort, not just symptoms. With multiple locations and flexible scheduling, including same-day appointments and Saturday hours, we prioritize accessibility for our community.Our team of experienced doctors employs diverse chiropractic techniques tailored to individual needs, from manual adjustments to specialized pregnancy and pediatric care. We emphasize long-term wellness partnerships, empowering patients with tools for sustained health. Our commitment to Yankton and surrounding areas is rooted in deep community connections and a legacy of family-centered healthcare.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy Chiropractic
Pediatric Chiropractic
Acupuncture
Nutritional Counseling
Specialized Services
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer same-day appointments and flexible scheduling including Saturdays
- Our multi-generational team brings decades of combined chiropractic experience
- Personalized care plans tailored to individual health goals and lifestyles
- Comprehensive services from pregnancy care to workplace health programs
- Proven track record of community trust spanning four decades
What people say
Awesome care
Caring doctors
Flexible scheduling
Effective treatments
Family-friendly
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care focuses on identifying and treating musculoskeletal issues through manual adjustments. We address root causes of pain rather than just symptoms, using techniques like diversified adjustments and Thompson drop technique. Patients benefit from improved mobility and reduced discomfort in daily activities.
Pregnancy Chiropractic
Specialized prenatal chiropractic care helps expecting mothers manage physical changes during pregnancy. Gentle adjustments maintain proper pelvic alignment and reduce nerve pressure, supporting comfortable delivery. Our team adapts techniques throughout each trimester for optimal maternal and fetal positioning.
Pediatric Chiropractic
We provide age-appropriate chiropractic care for children using light-touch techniques and Activator tools. Our approach supports healthy spinal development and addresses common childhood physical stresses while creating positive healthcare experiences for young patients.
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use ultra-thin needles to stimulate healing points and improve circulation. This drug-free therapy addresses chronic pain, headaches, and stress-related conditions by triggering the body's natural pain-relief mechanisms through traditional Chinese medicine principles.
Nutritional Counseling
Functional medicine-based nutritional counseling identifies food sensitivities and nutritional deficiencies through lab testing. We develop customized diet plans and supplement regimens to reduce inflammation and support overall wellness as part of comprehensive healthcare programs.
People
Dr. Jim Fitzgerald
Chiropractor
Dr. Jim Fitzgerald brings decades of chiropractic experience to our practice, specializing in family-centered care and community health initiatives.
Dr. Sheila Fitzgerald
Chiropractor
Dr. Sheila Fitzgerald combines compassionate care with specialized pregnancy chiropractic expertise, helping patients maintain comfort throughout their prenatal journey.
Dr. Jay Fitzgerald
Chiropractor
Dr. Jay Fitzgerald focuses on sports injury rehabilitation and ergonomic assessments, utilizing diverse adjustment techniques to restore patient mobility.
Dr. Matt Erlandson
Chiropractor
Dr. Matt Erlandson specializes in pediatric care and soft tissue therapy, creating positive healthcare experiences for young patients and families.
Dr. McKenzie Erlandson
Chiropractor
Dr. McKenzie Erlandson provides comprehensive wellness care with expertise in nutritional counseling and workplace health programs.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
We employ diversified adjustments, Thompson drop technique, Activator methods, and soft tissue therapy tailored to individual patient needs.
Do you treat pregnant women?
Yes, we provide specialized prenatal chiropractic care using gentle techniques to support maternal comfort and optimal fetal positioning.
Are your services covered by insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans and offer in-network billing. Check with our office for specific coverage verification.
What pediatric care options exist?
We offer age-appropriate chiropractic care for children using light-touch techniques and Activator tools with a focus on positive experiences.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Yes, we provide same-day appointments and walk-in availability at our Yankton location for urgent care needs.
What specialized services are available?
We offer DOT physicals, drug screening programs, custom orthotics, and acupuncture services in addition to standard chiropractic care.
Reviews (5)
Don Kumm
May 14, 2021
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TJ was terrible. First a $45 exam that my insurance doesn't cover then the treatment. I went in for lower back pain. He pushed twice on the lower back and I don't think it popped. That was it. No maintenance routine and didn't help the problem area at all. I love first chiropractic but won't be seeing him again.
Chris Velk
Nov 22, 2020
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Staff are friendly, attentive, and helpful. Dr. TJ is very professional and able to provide relief to most ailments. My disappointment is that only Dr. TJ was wearing a mask.none of the front wait room staff or any of the patients waiting in the waiting room where wearing masks. I'll give credit that they had a person at the front door checking everyone's temp who entered. But they weren't wearing any PPE, large exposure risk for herself and patients entering the clinic. But, as far as chiropractors are concerned Dr. TJ is one of the bests, the infection control mitigation efforts during the pandemic could be revised and definitely improved upon.
Betty J. Price
Feb 02, 2017
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Yankton, you are getting a STELLAR doc in Dr. Matt Erlandson! He has helped me for the past few years with various problems, most recently a serious humerous break! Dr. Matt is a very thorough and caring young man. He gives the BEST adjustments! I am a "hard adjust" so I have a great appreciation for his skills and his touch. I love his sense of humor and playfulness as I like to joke around a little when I get my adjustments. This is one of my ways of coping with difficult situations! While I shall miss Dr. Matt, I wish him all the best!
Will Griffco Recover
Jan 03, 2017
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I started going to First Chiro back in 2012. It was the best office I have ever been to. I first started out with Sheila Fitzgerald. She was amazing. The staff is super friendly, and very helpful. Plus they are fun to be around. Very good environment. I recently hurt my neck and Tj Stotz fixed me right up. He is just as friendly as the rest.
Trudy Kirk
Oct 20, 2016
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So excited for Dr. Matt to be joining the practice for all your patients! Matt has been my chiropractor for over nearly three years at Northern Life in MN. His passion for chiropractic is evident and his compassion for his patients is amazing. He truly wants them to be happy, healthy, well adjusted individuals. Matt is dedicated to finding the right care plan for each of his patients which works within the boundaries of their lives. You've picked up a great doctor!
