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The Joint Chiropractic - West Asheville
Chiropractor Near You in Asheville, North Carolina
Welcome to The Joint Chiropractic - West Asheville! As your Asheville chiropractor dedicated to family chiropractic and spine health, we invite you to join the millions of Americans who have not only found relief from lower back pain, sciatica pain, and migraines, but also a pathway to wellness with chiropractic's natural, drug-free approach to healthcare.
How can chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic in Asheville help you?
Whether you have seen a chiropractor in the past or are seeking a local chiropractor near you for the first time, expect your visit to The Joint Chiropractic - West Asheville to be different from any healthcare experience you've had before. Perhaps even life-changing.
Here are a few reasons why The Joint Chiropractic in Asheville is your perfect destination for pain relief and preventative care:
- Conveniently Located
- Open Nights & Weekends
- No Appointments Required
- No Insurance Hassles, Requirements or Copays
- Quality Chiropractic Care by Licensed Professionals
- Affordable Personalized Care Plans
As you can see, chiropractic care provided by the licensed chiropractors at The Joint offers you and your family an affordable, convenient and accessible solution like no other.
How can routine chiropractic care help improve your quality of life?
Through manual manipulation of the spine delivered to the highest standards by licensed chiropractors, chiropractic care works to restore and maintain proper communication from your brain to your body by relieving what chiropractors refer to as a subluxation, or a misalignment, of the spine. Restoring proper alignment to the spine can assist with pain relief and prevention of:
- Lower Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Migraine and Tension Headaches
- Shoulder Pain and Elbow Pain
- Knee, Foot and Ankle Pain
- Sciatica
- Chronic Injuries
- And More!
So whatever “symptoms” you or your family may be experiencing, visit our Asheville chiropractic office today to learn more about how you could improve your overall health and well-being. And remember, you never need an appointment to visit, so stop in when it is convenient for you. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Meet The Doctors
Dr. Mike Massengale became part of The Joint Chiropractic’s team of local healthcare providers in 2020 when he began serving residents in Asheville, where he also manages the operation at the West Asheville clinic location.
“I love what I do, I love helping people get out of pain,” he says.
Dr. Mike, as his patients call him, is a self-described military brat who moved more than 50 times while growing up, though he spent most of his time in Georgia until he was 14, and then northern Utah.
He and his wife have two daughters and a son. Among the things Dr. Mike enjoys is hiking, camping, being outdoors enjoying nature, and doing remodeling jobs around the house.
He earned his doctorate from Western States Chiropractic College in Portland, Ore., and earned MBA and MHA degrees from Walden University in MInneapolis. He worked for years in Salt Lake City and was the chiropractor for the Utah Grizzlies hockey team.
Among the patients that Dr. Mike most appreciates are those with headaches: “Most patients that have multiple headaches per week can get relief after just a few chiropractic treatments.”
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Dr. Mike’s is a big fan of The Wheel of Time series of books by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.
The one thing he always keeps stocked in his refrigerator is pepper jack cheese: “It’s a great snack and can be added to many meals.”
Some of the best advice he could give goes along with the best advice he ever got. “My parents always told me that I could accomplish anything I set my mind to,” he says. “The advice I would give is to enjoy life and don’t wait.”
The North Asheville clinic location is proud that Dr. Ken Hicks joined its team in 2022 to provide important healthcare services to the local community.
“I always loved helping others and working at The Joint gives me the opportunity to do this every day,” he says. “I love that the job is physical -- as opposed to a desk job -- because it helps keep me healthy.”
Dr. Hicks worked previously in Roswell, Ga., Blacksburg, Va., Mannington, W.V., and Chattanooga and Johnson City, Tenn. Born in Roswell, he moved to North Carolina while in middle school.
He and his wife have “a sweet and silly black Lab that just seems to love everyone.” His hobbies include hiking and photography.
Dr. Hicks earned his doctorate of chiropractic from Life University in Marietta, Ga., after getting his bachelor’s in psychology at Appalachian State in Boone.
“After suffering from gastrointestinal issues for years with no good answers or solutions from the medical community, I saw a chiropractor and my chronic issue resolved itself in a matter of weeks,” he says. “This piqued my interest in becoming a chiropractor.”
It has led him to some great professional moments, including one early in his career. “I had a patient who could not lay down or she would throw up,” Dr. Hicks says. “I wasn’t sure what to do, so I propped up a table against the wall and had her lean on it so I could adjust her. It worked well and she greatly appreciated it. After a few weeks of adjusting her this way, she was able to lay on a regular table for her adjustments. She credited this to her chiropractic care.”
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Dr. Hicks’ ideal dinner party would include comedians Steve Martin, Ellen DeGeneres, Robin Williams, and Kevin Hart “because laughter lightens our load.”
One of his most amazing adventures involved him and two wheels. “I took an off-road solo motorcycle trip across the U.S. called the TransAmerica trail,” Dr. Hicks says. “It added to my confidence regarding handling difficult situations by myself.” Perhaps that’s why the title of his biography would be called Little Adventures.
He always keeps peanut butter stocked in his refrigerator: “It’s an easy go-to snack I’ve enjoyed since I was a kid.”
A book that has been influential to Dr. Hicks was written by Victor E. Frankl titled Man’s Search for Meaning. “It showed me what we’re all capable of doing,” he says.
Dr. Kirsten West joined The Joint Chiropractic in 2021 when she became part of the team at the South Asheville clinic, where she does the rewarding work of helping people as their local healthcare provider.
“The best thing about being in the chiropractic field is helping people improve their quality of life naturally,” she says. “It’s gratifying to see people get hope that they can feel better.” Raised in the foothills around Wilkesboro, Dr. West grew up around “people who had no idea natural healthcare options were available.”
She earned her doctorate from Logan College of Chiropractic in Chesterfield, Mo., after getting a bachelor of science degree at North Carolina State. She worked previously in Winston-Salem, and Greenville, S.C.
In her spare time, Dr. West enjoys hiking, kayaking, and visiting breweries, and spending time with her Labrador mix, Chance..
She knew chiropractic was her calling when, as an athlete, chiropractors helped her heal from multiple injuries. It was further validated as a professional when she helped patients with ear infections simply by using the chiropractic adjustment. “Kids not having to get tubes in their ears is an awesome feeling,” she says.
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Dr. West says her perfect dinner party would include singer Prince, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, and entertainers Betty White and Ellen DeGeneres.
She is a big fan of author Brene Brown: “She’s a great motivational writer and speaker.”
The one thing that Dr. West always keeps stocked in her refrigerator is hot sauce. “Breakfast,” she says, “is so much better with it.”
Dr. Zachary Beckner became part of The Joint Chiropractic’s team of local healthcare providers in 2024, serving residents at the Asheville North clinic, doing the work he finds so rewarding.
“The best thing about being a chiropractor is the ability to help people live healthier, happier, and pain-free lives,” he says. “I enjoy the process of creating a community of people and offering natural ways of healing.”
Dr. Zach, as his patients call him, grew up in Murphy, N.C. and previously worked in Blue Ridge, Ga. His wife, Marielis, is also a chiropractor. The couple has a rescue dog named Mando.
When he’s not working, Dr. Zach enjoys hiking, camping, and playing basketball.
He attended Life University in Marietta, Ga., where he earned a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and a Doctorate of Chiropractic. Dr. Zach specialized in the study of strength and conditioning.
“I was doing a research project in fifth grade and the teacher put a number of careers in a hat, and I pulled out ‘chiropractic,’” he says. “After doing the research project on the career, I loved everything about it and the rest is history.”
Dr. Zach’s most memorable experiences as a chiropractor involve his work with pediatric patients. “It’s always amazing to see when a baby is coming in with a lot of issues such as torticollis, acid reflux, ear infections, difficulty feeding, and constipation,” he says. “After very gentle adjustments they start to function better.”
In Case You Didn’t Know
“I always have a secret stash of ice cream in case I get a sweet tooth,” he says.
If he could host a dinner party including four famous guests, Dr. Zach would invite Theodore Roosevelt, because “he is the reason we have national parks,” he says. He would also include actor Woody Harrelson, as well as the founder of chiropractic, DD Palmer, and his son, BJ Palmer.
Dr. Zach had a profound experience during chiropractic school when he herniated a disc in his low back. “Coming back from that injury is hard to do, but after all is said and done, I can relate to what my patients are going through and it enables me to better help them,” he says.
The Alchemist is a book that’s had a lasting impact on Dr. Zach.
Some of the best advice he’s ever received is: “Keep it simple, stupid.”
If he was asked for advice, Dr. Zach would offer: “Don’t keep doing the same thing over and expect a different outcome.”
I grew up mainly in Chicago, except for 5 years between ages 4 and 9, I lived in Peru when my father worked for our church mission. I got my Bachelor's with a minor in Chemistry at Northern Arizona University. I joined The Joint in August 2016. What I love about Chiropractic is the incredible help you can give a patient. With no I'll side effects. I especially love adjusting children (no preconceived notions).
In my spare time I love being with my family. My wife's name is Carrie. We have 4 wonderful kids and 3 great dogs (a great Pyrenees, a toy poodle and a lab mix).
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Wellness Plans
Receive up to 4 visits per month.
Best Value
Adult |
$79/mo. |
Military
$69/mo.
Best Value
Youth |
$49/mo. |
| Wellness Plan Details + |
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| Wellness Plan Details - | Adult | Youth |
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| Visits per month | up to 4 | up to 4 |
| Additional visits | $ 10 | $ 10 |
| Cost Per visit | < $20 | < $13 |
| Savings (vs single visit) | 64% | 77% |
Packages
Unable to commit to regular visits? Packages offer flexibility for patients who expect to visit on average 2 times or less per month.
6 Visits |
$199 |
Military
$189
10 Visits |
$289 |
Military
$259
20 Visits |
$469 |
Military
$419
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| Package Details - | 6 Visits | 10 Visits | 20 Visits |
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| Total Visits | 6 | 10 | 20 |
| Cost Per visit | < $34 | < $29 | < $24 |
| Savings (vs single visit) | 39% | 47% | 57% |
Single Visits
Prefer to pay on the go? Don't worry! Our single visit rates still provide an affordable and flexible solution to help you receive the care you need, when you need it.
Initial Visit |
$29 |
Military
$19
Single Visits |
$55 |
This clinic is owned and operated by Mountain Chiropractic, PC. and managed by Mountain Wellness, Inc.
Did You Know?
93% of patients who saw a chiropractor in the past year for neck or back pain say their chiropractor listened to them and provided convenient access to care. 1
1 Gallup-Palmer College. Managing Neck and Back Pain in America. Palmer.edu; 2018.
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