SpringWell Health Center

Overview

SpringWell Health Center is a collective wellness space specializing in alternative health care, primarily chiropractic services, located in Eugene, Oregon. It is not a traditional sauna facility but a comprehensive health center focused on improving overall function, quality of life, and well-being through gentle, effective therapies. The center emphasizes customized health care plans for humans and animals alike, addressing a wide range of conditions from musculoskeletal issues to chronic ailments.

The overall atmosphere is welcoming and patient-centered, fostering healing through a team-based approach. Patients experience personalized care in a supportive environment, with easy booking via online portals for new and established patients. The motto ‘Grow Well, Live Well, SpringWell’ reflects a holistic, non-invasive philosophy prioritizing safe treatments over conventional medicine.

Features & Amenities

• Team of Qualified Providers: Two chiropractors (Dr. Lori Mace, D.C., M.S. and Dr. Mitchell Penninger, D.C., cAVCA) and two certified chiropractic assistants (Sheri Carrasco, CA #9993 and Analise Aubin, CA #10729).
• Free Parking: Convenient lot on the north side of the building, accessible from 6th or 5th Street via Lawrence.
• Online Patient Portals: Dedicated scheduling for new patients (with insurance submission), established patients, intake forms, and cancellation requests.
• Insurance Billing Support: Accepts contracted insurance; new patients must submit insurance info for billing.
• Intake and Consultation Process: Thorough health history review, goal-setting, and customized plans during first visits.
• Animal-Friendly Services: Specialized chiropractic for pets.

Services

• Chiropractic Care: Gentle adjustments for all ages, including pediatrics, pre/post-natal (Webster Technique), sports medicine, motor vehicle accidents, and work injuries.
• Animal Chiropractic: Specialized care for pets by Dr. Mitchell Penninger, certified Animal Chiropractor (cAVCA).
• Graston Technique: Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization for chronic adhesions and injuries.
• Physical Modalities: Therapeutic treatments to support healing.
• Massage Therapy: Available as part of wellness services.
• Specialized Care: Food/allergy testing, dietary/lifestyle management, ergonomic training, night splinting.
• Condition-Specific Treatments:
  • Musculoskeletal: Low back pain, neck pain, carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, hamstring sprain, tennis/golfer’s elbow (lateral/medial epicondylitis), thoracic outlet syndrome, torticollis, Morton’s neuroma.
  • Systemic: Asthma, allergies, ear infections, migraines, high blood pressure, fibromyalgia, peripheral neuropathy, Raynaud’s disease, post-surgical fibrosis.
  • Digestive/Reproductive: Constipation, digestive dysfunction, menstrual cramps.

Co-management with primary care physicians recommended for complex cases.

Pricing

• No specific pricing details are provided on the website.
• Services may be billed to contracted insurance providers (list available via dedicated page).
• Cash-pay options referenced under ‘Charge for Services’, but rates not listed.
• Contact via phone (541-343-3455) or scheduling portals for quotes.

Location & Hours

• Location: Northeast corner of 6th and Lawrence in Eugene, OR. Free parking on the north side: From 6th, turn right on Lawrence and immediate right into lot; from 5th, go south on Lawrence and left before 6th.
• Operating Hours: Detailed on the ‘Locations and Hours’ page (not specified in provided content). Call 541-343-3455 to confirm.

Notes

• Unique Differentiators: Stands out as a multi-provider wellness collective offering animal chiropractic alongside human care, making it ideal for pet owners. Broad scope covers pediatrics to prenatal, sports injuries to chronic conditions like asthma and fibromyalgia. Emphasis on non-invasive, evidence-informed alternatives (e.g., Graston for soft tissue, Webster for prenatal). Patient testimonials, benefits of care, and first-visit expectations enhance transparency. Online tools streamline access, requiring intake forms 24+ hours pre-appointment. Ideal for those seeking holistic, function-focused care without drugs or surgery.