Advanced Spinal Care

10/08/2026

🏆 Lakeland voted ASC Best Massage Therapy in the 2026 Best of LKLD

Massage is personal. It takes trust, skill, and the kind of genuine attention to what a patient needs in that moment. Our licensed massage therapists bring all of that to every single session, and having Lakeland recognize that means the world to us. 💙

What a lot of people don't realize is that massage and chiropractic care work best when they work together. Adjustments restore spinal alignment. Massage releases the muscle tension that pulls everything back out. Together, they address the problem from two directions — and patients who experience both consistently see better, longer-lasting results.

You voted us best in both. We'll keep working every day to deserve it.

📞 Ready to experience the difference? Call us at (863) 701-2225.

10/06/2026

⏳ Your 2026 health insurance benefits are literally slipping away — don't let them disappear on you.

If you've met your individual or family deductible this year, or you have FSA funds expiring on December 31, the clock is ticking. Benefits reset on January 1 and anything unused is simply gone.

Here's what you can put those benefits toward at ASC before year end:
✅ Chiropractic care & re-exams
✅ On-site digital X-rays
✅ Non-surgical spinal decompression
✅ Massage therapy

Our team is happy to check your remaining benefits and get you and your family on the schedule before the holiday season takes over.

💙 Don't leave money on the table — or let your health take a back seat heading into the new year.

📞 Call us at (863) 701-2225 and let's make the most of what you have left.

09/23/2026

Dr. Brad Bartel and the Advanced Spinal Care family were proud sponsors of the 2026 Polk County Sheriff's Office Awards Ceremony — a meaningful evening dedicated to honoring the officers and staff who serve this community with courage and commitment every single day.

Sheriff Grady Judd presented Dr. Bartel with a Certificate of Appreciation, and we are truly humbled by that recognition. To be acknowledged for supporting the people who give so much to all of us means the world. 💙

To every member of the PCSO — thank you. For your sacrifice, your dedication, and everything you do to keep Polk County safe. We are proud to stand with you.

09/15/2026

09/10/2026

💊 Before you reach for another prescription — know that there's another way.

September is Drug-Free Pain Management Awareness Month, and it's a good time to ask a question most people never think to ask: What is actually causing my pain?

Back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches, joint discomfort, and sports injuries are among the most common reasons people turn to pain medication. They're also among the conditions most responsive to chiropractic care — a drug-free approach that works to identify and correct the root cause rather than just mask it.

At ASC, Dr. Brad Bartel D.C. and our team have helped patients find real, lasting relief. No drugs. No surgery. Just care that works.

📞 Call us at (863) 701-2225 and start a different chapter in how you manage your pain.

09/01/2026

🏆 Lakeland has spoken, and we are beyond grateful!

ASC has been voted Best of LKLD 2026 in not one, not two, but three categories:

🥇 Best Chiropractor — Dr. Brad Bartel, D.C.
🥇 Best Spine Care Clinic — Advanced Spinal Care
🥇 Best Massage Therapy — Advanced Spinal Care

This means everything to us. These wins belong to every patient who has trusted us with their health and taken a moment to show their support. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 💙

To our incredible staff — none of this happens without you. Your dedication, your compassion, and your commitment to every single patient is what makes ASC what it is. We are so proud of this team.

If you've been thinking about experiencing award-winning chiropractic care, spine care, or massage therapy for yourself, there's no better time.

📞 Call us at (863) 701-2225 to schedule your visit.

08/27/2026

🚶 The way you walk may say more about your health than you think.

Research shows that changes in stride length and walking speed can be early warning signs of how the body holds up over time. But there's more to it than just mobility.

Regular walking supports:
✅ Heart health
✅ Blood sugar regulation
✅ Reduced arthritic pain
✅ Brain health and cognitive function

When posture is off or the body has quietly adapted to discomfort, movement patterns shift — and those small changes can add up over time.

Chiropractic care can help identify those patterns early, address what's driving them, and support the stability and mobility that keep you active and independent longer.

💙 At ASC, we look at the whole picture — not just where it hurts, but how your body is moving and why.

📞 Call us at (863) 701-2225 to schedule your visit.

08/20/2026

🤔 Did you know the place you feel pain isn't always the source of the problem?

A sore shoulder doesn't always mean there's something wrong with your shoulder.

Headaches may be connected to tension in the neck. Tingling in your leg could originate from your lower back. Even hip discomfort can sometimes be caused by restricted movement elsewhere in the body.

That's why simply treating the area that hurts isn't always enough.

At Advanced Spinal Care, we take the time to identify what's causing your symptoms—not just where they're showing up. Through a thorough evaluation and customized treatment plan, our goal is to address the underlying issue and help you move, feel, and function better.

If you've been treating the symptoms without lasting relief, it may be time to look a little deeper.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Brad Bartel, D.C. to learn more.

08/16/2026

🦴 When back pain won't let up, surgery isn't always the next step.

For some patients with herniated discs, bulging discs, sciatica, or degenerative disc conditions, non-surgical spinal decompression may be an effective treatment option.

Spinal decompression works by gently stretching the spine in a controlled manner, helping reduce pressure on spinal discs and nerves. This process can encourage improved movement, decrease nerve irritation, and support the body's natural healing process.

Many patients report relief from:
✔ Sciatica
✔ Herniated or bulging discs
✔ Chronic low back pain
✔ Neck pain
✔ Radiating pain into the arms or legs

Every patient is different, which is why Dr. Brad Bartel, D.C. performs a thorough evaluation before recommending treatment. If spinal decompression isn't the right fit, we'll discuss other options that may better meet your needs.

Curious whether spinal decompression could help you? Contact Advanced Spinal Care to schedule a consultation.

08/09/2026

🚗 Feeling "okay" after a car accident doesn't always mean you're uninjured.

Even low-speed collisions can place tremendous force on your neck, back, muscles, and joints. Sometimes pain, stiffness, headaches, or numbness don't appear until hours—or even days—later.

Common symptoms after an accident include:
• Neck pain or whiplash
• Back pain
• Headaches
• Shoulder pain
• Tingling or numbness
• Reduced range of motion

The sooner injuries are evaluated, the better your chances of recovering before small problems become long-term ones.

At Advanced Spinal Care, Dr. Brad Bartel, D.C. develops customized treatment plans based on your injuries and recovery goals. With on-site digital X-rays and therapies like massage, spinal decompression, cold laser therapy, and shockwave therapy, we can provide comprehensive care under one roof.

If you've recently been in an accident—even a minor one—schedule an evaluation and let us help you get back on the road to recovery.