I went in twice seeking help during severe pain and left feeling unheard, dismissed, and honestly more frustrated than when I arrived. Instead of listening to my concerns or discussing realistic treatment options, this chiropractor seemed far more focused on pushing a long-term plan of care based entirely on his own opinions, without considering my financial situation, schedule, or personal preferences. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Communication was extremely difficult. I was frequently talked over, interrupted, and repeatedly told the same things while my own concerns were ignored.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interaction felt condescending and unprofessional rather than compassionate or collaborative.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] What was especially disappointing was going in for urgent pain relief and essentially being told I would need to come back another day rather than receiving meaningful help during the visit. In over 20 years of healthcare experience, I have rarely encountered someone who made me feel so unheard and dismissed as a patient. [[HIGHLIGHT]]After I expressed my concerns, the response I received was essentially, "I'm sorry you feel that way," which did not feel like genuine accountability or understanding. It was deflective and a backhanded apology if you even call it that.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Patients deserve to feel listened to, respected, and included in decisions about their own care. Unfortunately, that was not my experience here. read more

Doc Clayton is ART (Active Response Therapy) trained- the best technique in my opinion as it was developed and is used to keep triathletes competing. I'm no triathlete, but over 4 years his acute and maintenance care has kept this 70 year old feeling great! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Always welcoming staff for a great office experience!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] High quality care and expertise!!

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Helped me through a painful period and now regular maintenance is keeping me rolling strong![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Dr. Clayton explained what was happening to me in a way that no other MD could.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Because of his treatment, I'm back on the road and trails preparing for a half-marathon and sprint triathlon. Highly recommended for athletes! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The receptionist is very friendly and welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]She is always on top of what is needed for you and she also remembers the patients that come in on a regular basis.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] As for the chiropractor himself he is also very friendly and professional. He explains his treatments that you will be given and rest assured you will feel loads better. Highly recommend this place! read more

Excellent care! I've been going to Dr.Clayton for almost a year. He has made it possible for me to deal with the negative health issues I have from fibromyalgia and Sjogrens. This practice is fantastic! read more

The doctor is very thorough, friendly, and effective. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I always feel great when I leave there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The receptionist/secretary is genial and goes out of her way to ensure clients get the appointments they need, at the times that are convenient for them.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

My husband and I are 80 yrs. Old. Dr. Clayton has kept us on our feet for over 20 years to enjoy the life we have earned. No pain, no drugs. You will know very quickly whether this treatment will work for you. read more

Dr. Clayton and his professional staff are outstanding. I had resigned myself to retirement from Senior softball when I saw Dr. Clayton. I have resumed slowpitch and play 10 or more tournaments per season at 71. He restored my arm strength and improved my hip and lower back functioning. I see Dr. Clayton every 3 weeks now for a tune up. He is professional and personable. I highly recommend Ghent Chiropractic! read more

Ghent Chiropractic - Rich is back! - Chiropractors Near Me - Norfolk, Virginia

Top notch care, brilliant, friendly, caring and expert. I have been a patient for almost 20 years. I would not go anywhere else.

Ghent Chiropratic listens to it's clients and adjusts chiropractic needs each visit. With chronic arthritis and back issues from old injury each are addressed as separate, but equally important parts of my therapy. Staff is professional, efficient and welcoming. read more

Cheerful staff, on time appointments. Dr Clayton takes good notes and compares my progress. I feel he cares. He also makes recommendations for exercises I can do between appointments that help a lot read more

I have had an excellent experience with Dr. Clayton and his team. I was referred to Ghent Chiropractic by a triathlete friend. As an athlete, I have done a bit of damage over the years and had major problems with shin splints prior to my first half marathon. After a thorough intiial evaluation with xrays, my mechanical problems were identified, and at the second visit, the treatment plan was outlined. I did everything I was told to do, between adjustments, Active release, Faktr, stim, foam rolling, at-home PT, in-office PT, and am so much healthier and multiple issues were solved. I received a lot of education about my body, and I ran my race pain free. I really appreciate the individualized care I have received and will rely on Ghent Chiropractic for future sports med needs. Warning: if you want a practitioner to do the work for you, and not adhere to at-home recommendations as well, you will not get the same results. read more

Good Chiropractic and Thorpe results and work up very good. Encouraged self work and directions. Adjustments with work out is the best way and is done on visits. Friendly service and pleasant atmosphere, works around your time when possible. What more could you want. Helps X-Military which not a lot of Doctors will, along with good progress up dates after 12 visits. read more

Dr. Clayton and his team were successful at treating and eliminating pain in my hips, IT band, and PF. After several years of recurring problems and various unsuccessful treatment regimens (including acupuncture, kinesiology taping, and physical therapy) - I am finally pain-free and have significantly improved mobility and balance. Ghent Chiropractic also consistently gives back to our community, supporting various nonprofits and volunteering their services at clinics. Kudos! read more

As a well seasoned athlete and member of the military my body has had it's share of injuries. I've been to various chiropractors and active release technique providers. Ghent Chiropractic is the worst I have been to. They have a turn and burn business model that allows minimal care and attention to the patients and clients. Poor service and they are very pushy with getting your money and booking future appointments. Everytime I went I was literally seen for 5 minutes after a long wait recieved the worst care ever. Do not go here... this place sucks. read more

Dr. Clayton and his team achieved an unexpected level of relief in my lower back, and using Active Release Technique (ART) therapy, significantly loosened up several muscle groups in my back, chest, and legs. I am very grateful for, and amazed with the result he was able to achieve in only eight weeks. The end result is that now, my lower back feels FAR better than it has in over seven years since the initial injury, and I am now gaining muscle mass and strength once again, with my new and improved range of motion and extra mechanical efficiencies gained. Additionally, in only about eight weeks, Dr. Clayton corrected some hypertonic/hypotonic muscle issues that I had in my upper back, and I am achieving muscular development and correction that I've been missing out on for over two decades. My shoulders sit in a different position now, and my physique is actually changing for the better! For the last seven years, there was never one morning when I would sit up and not be reminded that I have a lower back issue. After about two weeks of receiving treatment from Dr. Clayton, I woke up daily, and trained intensely without any pain before, during, or after. He used a combination of the table and active release techniques on my lower back/on the muscles/structure there, and achieved a level of success that none others have been able to accomplish for me since my injury. I also realize that even without my lower back injury, even though it is what motivated me to go to this office, I really needed active release technique therapy to correct a variety of other issues that I have. Any hard-working athlete will benefit greatly from active release technique therapy from a qualified practitioner. A few words on the review posted by someone else below. I also am active-duty military, and have my fair share of injuries. However, when I read that guy's review, it seems that he's looking for a duration in time during which he will get to visit with someone, which is probably more in line with a massage parlor. As far as I am concerned, I really hope that the doctor can spend as little time as possible to achieve the maximum amount of relief for me - and Dr. Clayton did just this. That being said, my appointments with Dr. Clayton were usually quite brief, unless we had an active release technique session where my musculature required a lot of work. Additionally, I found it very helpful that his front office helped me to schedule my future appointments far in advance. It is this type of approach - one with planning, commitment, and structure in the treatment strategy - that will lead to success in any therapy. The approach work very well for me. I was only in Norfork for 10 weeks, so I'm hoping now that I've returned to my home city, I will be able to find the same quality of treatment from a chiropractor here. I give Dr. Clayton the highest recommendation possible. read more

Do not go here, this place is a virtual assembly line, you go in and leave in about three minutes. The practice is purely motivated by money. They want to sell you things left and right, even if you don't need it and if you don't want to buy it, they will continue to try to persuade you to buy their overpriced products. I feel like they didn't care much for me and kept asking me to come in until my insurance ran out and couldn't tell me what was wrong with me. I went in one time and spent a grand total of 2 minutes and about $50 and felt exactly the same. Very poor customer service from their receptionist as well read more

My one month old suffer from colic, and we resorted to bringing him to the Chiropractor as one of the last measures. I called in the morning, and was able to get an appointment that night. While he was adjusting my son, he told me exactly what he was doing, so I was kept aware, and how it was going to help him. Right after we left, my son got INSTANT relief... That evening when we got home, I was able to feed him, without him FREAKING out like he had been for the past 3 weeks, and he went right to bed. We will be making continuous visits. It was only $44 out of pocket..... wish they took our insurance, but $44 still isn't bad!!! read more

Would not recommend this place to anyone. -Personal attention is very poor. -Knowledge beyond spinal therapy is limited. -They seem in over their heads. -Interest in actual customer problem is very poor. -Not a generally happy environment. read more

I have moved out of Virginia but I always make it a point to see Dr. Clayton. He's fast but he knows what he's doing. I always get great results, he always nails down my issue, and he provides stretches/treatments I can do at home to help alleviate pain. read more