Is there a walk-in chiropractor near me in Columbia?

Yes. If you’re looking for a walk-in chiropractor in Columbia, SC, The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres makes it easy to get care on your schedule. No appointments, no referrals, and no insurance required.Whether you’re running errands, coming from work, or trying to find relief before the week gets busier, our evening and weekend hours make care more convenient. Because our clinic is located where you already shop and spend time, it’s easy to stop in without going out of your way.

What are the directions to your Columbia – Forest Acres chiropractic clinic?

Our clinic is located in Forest Drive, in the shopping center next to Massage Envy and McAlisters Deli at 4710 Forest D, Columbia, SC. Because we’re located where you’re already going, it’s easy to stop in for care while you’re out running errands or shopping.

What neighborhoods or communities do you serve in Columbia – Forest Acres?

We welcome patients from nearby neighborhoods and communities including Jackson Heights, Forest Hills, Melrose Heights, Acadia Lakes, Shandon, Rosewood, and Heathwood. Whether you live, work, or are just passing through, our convenient retail location makes it easy to stop in for care while you’re already out running errands or going about your day.

How do I find the best chiropractor in Columbia?

Finding the right chiropractor in Columbia, SC comes down to convenience, experience, and a care approach that fits your lifestyle. Look for a clinic with licensed chiropractors, flexible hours, and a straightforward pricing model. At The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres, we focus on making care accessible and easy to maintain. With walk-in visits, affordable plans, and experienced doctors, many patients choose us for both immediate relief and ongoing care.

How much does a chiropractor cost in Columbia, SC?

The cost of chiropractic care in Columbia can vary depending on the provider, services, and whether insurance is involved. Many traditional clinics require appointments, insurance approvals, or high out-of-pocket costs. At The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres, we keep pricing simple and transparent. With affordable packages and Wellness Plans, many patients pay less per visit than a typical co-pay. You can walk in, receive care, and know exactly what to expect.

Does The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres accept insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid?

The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres does not bill insurance, including Medicare or Medicaid, which helps keep care simple, affordable, and easy to access. There’s no need for referrals, approvals, or paperwork. Many patients choose our Wellness Plans and packages because the cost per visit is often lower than a typical co-pay. We also accept HSA and FSA dollars, making it even easier to fit chiropractic care into your routine.

Can I pay for chiropractic care at The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres using my HSA or FSA?

Yes. You can use your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to pay for eligible chiropractic services at The Joint Chiropractic. Our clinic accepts HSA and FSA debit cards for Wellness Plans, packages, promotions, and single visits, including care for your spouse or dependents. It’s an easy way to use the benefits you already have for affordable, insurance-free care.

How long will my visit(s) take?

We know your schedule is full, so our care is designed to be both effective and efficient. Your first visit may take up to 45 minutes to an hour, which gives you time to complete initial paperwork while the doctor evaluates your needs and begins care based on your condition, goals, and treatment plan. After that, follow-up visits are usually just five to 10 minutes. Because our doctors focus on the specific adjustments your body needs at each visit, care can be streamlined without losing its effectiveness. By staying consistent with the treatment plan recommended for your needs and long-term goals, it becomes easier to get the right care at the right time and keep moving through your day with less disruption. To allow enough time for a thorough new patient experience, new patients should plan to arrive more than one hour before lunch hours or closing.

Can I make an appointment at The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres?

The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres is a walk-in chiropractic clinic, making it easy to get same-day care on your schedule. If you claim the $29* New Patient Special at the top of this page, you may book an appointment for your first visit. After that, all visits are walk-in only, so you can come by whenever it’s convenient for you.

Are you an emergency chiropractic clinic in Columbia?

While we’re not an emergency chiropractic clinic, The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres makes it easier to get care when you need it. As a walk-in clinic with evening and weekend hours, we can often see patients the same day for upper or lower back pain, neck pain, shoulder or elbow pain, sciatica flare-ups, stiffness, or sudden discomfort.

Do you treat children at The Joint Chiropractic in Columbia – Forest Acres?

Yes. The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres provides care for patients of all ages, including children. Our licensed chiropractors use gentle, age-appropriate techniques and tailor care based on each patient’s needs. Many families choose chiropractic care to help support movement, posture, and overall function as children grow and stay active.

Every patient undergoes a thorough consultation and exam before performing any care. If the doctor deems imaging is necessary based on the patient’s history, symptoms, or mode of injury, they will provide a referral. For most patients that is not the case.

When should you see a chiropractor?

If you’re dealing with back or neck pain that won’t let up, frequent headaches, or joints that feel stiff or achy, chiropractic care may help. It’s also a smart choice if you’ve recently experienced a strain, flare-up, or other physical setback that’s affecting your mobility or ability to enjoy life. A lot of people come in because their body just doesn’t feel quite right. Maybe you’re waking up sore, feeling tension in your shoulders by the end of the day, or noticing that certain movements aren’t as easy as they used to be. You don’t have to wait for the pain to get worse, chiropractic care can be a proactive way to support your overall health and stay ahead of future issues. If you’re in Columbia, SC, stop by our clinic anytime. No referral needed, no pressure. Just come in when your body says it’s time.

How often should I go to a chiropractor?

How often you should see a chiropractor depends on your body, your lifestyle, and your personal health goals. Some people come in with acute pain like a stiff neck, a sore back, or nagging headaches. Others are managing old injuries, muscle tension from long workdays, or simply want to feel and function better every day. Your chiropractor will create a care plan tailored to your needs, which often follows three key stages of chiropractic care: Relief care focuses on reducing pain and improving mobility as quickly as possible. Recovery care aims to support healing, strengthens the body, and helps restore normal movement patterns. Wellness care helps maintain the progress you’ve made and may prevent future issues from developing. Once your pain improves, many people choose to continue with routine chiropractic care as part of their long-term wellness routine. Regular adjustments may help you move more freely, sleep more soundly, and manage the daily wear and tear that life throws your way.

Are the chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres licensed doctors?

Yes. The chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic - Forest Acres in Columbia are licensed doctors of chiropractic. Each one holds a Doctor of Chiropractic, or DC, degree and is trained to evaluate and treat conditions related to the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Our licensed chiropractors aim to help patients move better, feel better, and support overall function through natural, non-invasive care.

Is chiropractic care safe?

Chiropractic care is generally considered safe when provided by trained and licensed professionals, with serious complications being rare. Research supports its use as a non-invasive, drug-free approach for managing discomfort and enhancing overall wellness. Chiropractors tailor treatments to your unique needs, health history, and goals, focusing on minimizing risks and maximizing benefits. Ongoing studies continue to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of chiropractic care, giving patients an evidence-based foundation for their choices. If you have specific concerns or questions, your chiropractor is there to listen and provide clarity. Open communication is key to feeling confident and comfortable in your care Journey.

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4710 Forest D, Columbia, SC 29206

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Hours Of Operation

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Friday	10:00 AM -2:00 PM, 2:45 PM -7:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM -4:00 PM
Sunday	Closed
Monday	10:00 AM -2:00 PM, 2:45 PM -7:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM -2:00 PM, 2:45 PM -7:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM -2:00 PM, 2:45 PM -7:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM -2:00 PM, 2:45 PM -7:00 PM

New Years Day: Closed
Easter: Closed
Memorial Day: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM
Juneteenth: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM
July Fourth: Closed
Labor Day: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM
Thanksgiving Eve: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM
Thanksgiving Day: Closed
Christmas Eve: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Christmas Day: Closed
New Years Eve: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

	Adult	Military
20 Visits Cost per visit	$469 Less than $24	$419 Less than $21
10 Visits Cost per visit	$289 Less than $29	$259 Less than $26
6 Visits Cost per visit	$199 Less than $34	$189 Less than $32

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Our trusted chiropractors provide care that’s personalized, approachable, and rooted in your goals. Whether you’re new to chiropractic or continuing your wellness journey, we’ll help you understand your options and stay on track with consistent, high-quality care.

Dr. Yolanda Johnson, D.C.

Language:: English
Years Practicing: 27 yrs+
Education: Sherman College of Chiropractic

Dr. Yolanda Johnson joined The Joint Chiropractic family in 2019 with her arrival at the Forest Acres location in Columbia. A graduate of Spartanburg ...

Dr. Yolanda Johnson joined The Joint Chiropractic family in 2019 with her arrival at the Forest Acres location in Columbia. A graduate of Spartanburg Methodist College where she earned a bachelor’s degree in biology, she went on to receive her doctorate of chiropractic in 1999 from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Boiling Springs.

“The best thing about being in the chiropractic field is having the ability to help patients relieve pain without the harmful side effects of medication,” Dr. Johnson says. “I love educating patients on how to treat musculoskeletal dysfunction as well as prevent future injury.”

Dr. Johnson grew up in Blackville and worked previously in Greenville.

“I love spending time with my family,” she says. “I enjoy watching professional and college football, good food, and relaxing by the pool.”

Dr. Johnson vividly recalls the moment that impacted her career choice. “I went to an event and a doctor was talking about how, with a hand adjustment, he could release a power in the patient that could free healing,” she says. “I knew I wanted to be a chiropractor.”

She derives special pleasure from working so geographically close to Fort Jackson.

“This location is near a military base,” she says. “I love having the honor of serving our soldiers and their families.”

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If Dr. Johnson could create her dream dinner party, she could probably guarantee herself a good time. “I would invite Oprah Winfrey because she inspires me, and LeBron James because he is my favorite basketball player,” she says. “Ellen de Generes is so funny I think it would be fun. I would also include Beyonce so I can hear her sing and because she is Beyonce.”

Dr. Johnson says the coolest thing she ever did wasn’t so much about her. “I would have to say one of the best things ever was watching my nephew at 6 host a program at church, and watching my niece at 9 sing a solo in church,” she says. “It was cool because when I was their age, I was terrified to speak in public, and to see them do it made me so proud.”

Dr. Johnson grew up in Blackville and worked previously in Greenville.

“I love spending time with my family,” she says. “I enjoy watching professional and college football, good food, and relaxing by the pool.”

She derives special pleasure from working so geographically close to Fort Jackson.

“This location is near a military base,” she says. “I love having the honor of serving our soldiers and their families.”

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Dr. Kayla Cooper, D.C.

Language:: English
Education: Palmer College of Chiropractic, Florida Campus

Dr. Kayla Cooper has had a wide reach as a member of The Joint Chiropractic team since joining the staff in March 2019; she works out of several diffe...

Dr. Kayla Cooper has had a wide reach as a member of The Joint Chiropractic team since joining the staff in March 2019; she works out of several different locations, including Forest Acres, Killian Crossing, Harbison and Lexington.

She majored in biology and earned a minor in chemistry at Presbyterian College in Clinton before getting her doctorate of chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida.

“The thing I love about being in the chiropractic field is being able to offer all people help regardless of anything else; everyone with a spine living in earth’s gravity is a great candidate for an excellent chiropractic patient,” she says. “It’s also gratifying to help with major current crisis, specifically the care of our military members and veterans and those who seek musculoskeletal pain relief through opioids. These populations of people are primed to be taken care of by excellent chiropractors. In doing so, our country will be healthier and have better posture.”

A product of Lexington, Dr. Cooper worked previously in Irmo and Orangeburg. In her spare time she loves traveling, fishing, going to the beach, and relaxing with friends and family, including husband Tyler, their two sons, and a German short-haired pointer named Rambo.

She had chiropractic ingrained in her at an early age.

“I was born in Iowa, less than an hour away from the oldest and first chiropractic college, Palmer,” Dr. Cooper says. “As my sister and I moved around with our family, our mother would always take us to see the chiropractor no matter where we lived, and she would call around looking for a ‘Palmer doc.’ So I knew that if I was going to become the ‘family chiropractor’ that my family always envisioned, I would go to Palmer.

“After college, I was unsure what to do, and was enrolled into the RN program at Midlands Tech. I realized one day that I wouldn’t be an awesome nurse or MD because I am very emotional and not good at bad news -- or bodily fluids. It was the second summer after I graduated from Presbyterian College that I started chiropractic school at Palmer in Florida. ... It was a perfect fit for me and I loved it.”

In her current role, she is able to practice where she grew up.

“I thoroughly enjoy being able to treat people from all sides of Columbia and enjoy being able to explore different sides of town as well,” she says.

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Dr. Cooper says the one thing she always keeps in her refrigerator is filtered water “because water is the most important thing you can have.”

If she could have any four people from history at a fantasy dinner party, Dr. Cooper says she would include chiropractic pioneer BJ Palmer, Hippocrates, media mogul Oprah Winfrey, and baseball player Jim Abbott.

“Palmer developed this fine profession we call chiropractic, and Hippocrates was the father of modern medicine, so I would love to have a scholarly discussion with them about the current state of health and healthcare in the world,” she says. “Oprah is one of the most influential figures of my lifetime. I have watched her since I knew how to watch a television, and her journey as a woman in a man’s world is one that profoundly inspires me.

“As for Jim Abbott, I had his baseball care when I was a young girl, and the idea that he can become a major league pitcher with only one hand is very inspirational; what an example to the world that you can reach your dreams no matter your physical limitations.”

The coolest thing she has ever done, she says, “was creating two brand new humans.”

“Outside of that, participating in a 10-day clinic abroad in the West Indies was the coolest thing I’ve done. I had the privilege of being selected to go to an island called Bequia -- the second island in St. Vincent and the Grenadines -- to treat the population with chiropractic care,” Dr. Cooper says. “The whole island is 7 square miles and economically categorized as third world. The people were so excited that we were there, and we went to all corners of the island and every school on the island.

“Treating so many kids was the highlight for me. Watching them and their teachers and parents enjoy the benefits of chiropractic, which they do not typically have access to, was a real life-changing experience. The pure joy and happiness that exuded from the population on Bequia is something I try to carry with me all the time.

“And one of the bars had whale vertebra as bar stools. Coolest thing I have ever seen.”

She majored in biology and earned a minor in chemistry at Presbyterian College in Clinton before getting her doctorate of chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida.

She had chiropractic ingrained in her at an early age.

In her current role, she is able to practice where she grew up.

“I thoroughly enjoy being able to treat people from all sides of Columbia and enjoy being able to explore different sides of town as well,” she says.

In Case You Didn’t Know

Dr. Cooper says the one thing she always keeps in her refrigerator is filtered water “because water is the most important thing you can have.”

The coolest thing she has ever done, she says, “was creating two brand new humans.”

“And one of the bars had whale vertebra as bar stools. Coolest thing I have ever seen.”

Dr. Chucky Jordan, D.C.

Language:: English
Years Practicing: 11 yrs+
Education: Logan University, College of Chiropractic

Dr. Chucky Jordan was born and raised in Mullins, SC. Dr Jordan served in the US Army from September 1998 - February 2004. He also attended Keiser Uni...

Dr. Justin Jermaine Wilson, D.C.

Language:: English
Education: Life University College of Chiropractic

Born and raised in Orangeburg, South Carolina, Dr. Justin Wilson discovered a passion for health and human performance early on. He graduated from Coa...

Dr. Debra Taylor, D.C.

Language:: English
Years Practicing: 5 yrs+
Education: Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport Campus

Dr. Debra Taylor joined The Joint Chiropractic in 2023. Originally from West Virginia, she studied pre-med biology at West Virginia State University b...