Dr. James E Messimer represents the very best the chiropractic profession has to offer. Dr. Messimer, during his 32 years of practice, has been on the leading edge of technology, techniques, and science of chiropractic. He has been recognized as Tennessee Chiropractor of the Year by his colleagues (1992) and served as president of the Tennessee Chiropractic Association (1990-1992). Dr. Messimer has taken thousands of hours in post-graduate education from radiology, geriatric care, pediatric care, rehab, orthopedics, sports, and nutrition as well as many of the advanced chiropractic techniques. Dr. Messimer received his certification as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician by the American Chiropractic Association and has treated numerous professional and Olympic athletes.
Dr. Messimer has maintained the latest technology in diagnostic equipment relating to chiropractic. Messimer chiropractic has the ability to do Functional Capacity Evaluation, computerized muscle testing and range of motion plus the latest technology in Surface Electromyography which is certified by the Space Foundation. (Space foundation is co-founded by NASA) As a chiropractic physician, Dr. Messimer feels it is his responsibility to maintain the high standards of care he has given the past 32 years by staying abreast and offering the latest in chiropractic health care.
The DOctor:
Dr. Messimer was elected to the City Council of Bristol Tennessee in 2003 and has served as Mayor from 2004 to present. In addition to serving the City of Bristol he serves on the board of the Bristol Regional Medical Center , Bristol Life Saving Crew, SantaPal, NETWORKS Sullivan Partnership, Chairman of the Metropolitan Planning Organization of Bristol TN/VA, and Bristol Planning Commission. He serves on the Board of Trustees of Kentucky Christian University and is a deacon at West Hills Christian Church where he and his wife of 30 years attend. He has one son who is married, two grandsons and one due in July.
The Office:
Messimer Chiropractic practices in an ethical and professional manner providing cost-effective state-of-the-art care to patients with a wide variety of health conditions. They pride themselves on providing no more care than necessary--and no less. The doctors spend time with the patients to assure they understand their condition so that they can make an informed choice regarding the health care options.