McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center

McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center Treatment for auto accident injuries, back and neck pain, headaches, sciatica and more.We also offer Drs.

When you’re in pain and feeling a bit on edge, it’s important to be greeted by a smiling, compassionate face. The family-run, husband-and-wife team at the McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center will make you feel at home as they help you understand what’s causing the pain in your neck, or back, or shoulders. Located in the center of Jacksonville, Florida, McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center has the latest state-of-the-art equipment. Among their equipment is a state-of-the-art, non-invasive, non-surgical spinal decompression machine that helps relieve back strains through gentle manipulations and stretching of the muscles. Royce and Shelita McGowan along with Dr. Kwame Jenkins help the community of Jacksonville ease their aches, pains, and headaches through the latest chiropractic techniques. The team uses the “The Wellness Approach” to diagnose the underlying reasons for the pain symptoms you’re having. They recommend the best ways to relieve your pain, including lifestyle changes, posture adjustments, and regular exercises you can do on your own. This is the natural way that your body heals and avoids invasive surgery when possible. The goal is to keep you pain free, and to align your physical, mental, and emotional health. McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center’s patients of more than 10 years praise the treatments they’ve received at the practice. Read some of the testimonials on their website, or better yet, meet Drs. McGowan and Dr. Jenkins yourself by making an appointment online today.

03/06/2026

🎥 Patient Spotlight: Steven’s Spinal Decompression Story

Dr. Royce McGowan checked in on Steven during his spinal decompression session, and let’s just say… the difference is real.

After years of dealing with stubborn back pain and trying just about everything, Steven finally found relief at McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center. Now he’s moving better, feeling stronger, and getting back to the life he enjoys.

Back pain doesn’t have to run the show. If your spine has been giving you trouble, spinal decompression might be the reset your body needs.

📍 McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center
📞 (904) 384-7246

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the strength, leadership, and dedication women bring to every indust...
03/04/2026

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the strength, leadership, and dedication women bring to every industry, especially healthcare.

At McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center, women play a vital role in caring for our patients, supporting our team, and helping keep our community healthy and moving. From clinical care to the front office, their compassion, professionalism, and commitment make a difference every single day.

Today we’re spotlighting just a few of the incredible women who help make our practice what it is.

03/03/2026

💪 Bulging disc? Herniated disc? Let’s talk support from the inside out.

At McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center, Dr. Royce McGowan looks beyond quick fixes. Hyaluronic acid is one of the natural supplements he often recommends to help support joint function, calm inflammation, and improve internal cushioning around the spine.

Think of it as hydration and shock absorption for your discs. Your spine works hard. Give it backup.

We’ve got your back. Always.

🏈 Big Conversations About Recovery Are Happening… And McGowan Spinal Is Right In The Middle Of It.We’re excited to share...
02/27/2026

🏈 Big Conversations About Recovery Are Happening… And McGowan Spinal Is Right In The Middle Of It.

We’re excited to share that Dr. Royce McGowan will be joined on The RecLab by special guest Dr. Fitness – Max Sturdivant, a respected leader in strength, mobility, and healthy aging with more than 25 years of impact in the wellness space.

From athletes to active adults, Iam.drfitness has helped countless individuals move better, recover stronger, and stay in the game, which is exactly what The RecLab is all about.

Hosted by Dr. Royce McGowan and Teeroy, The RecLab breaks down real injuries, real recovery, and the strategies that help people return to activity safely and confidently.

🎙️ Thursdays 6–7PM
📅 Starting March 12
📻 FOX Sports 930AM Jacksonville
🔗 GoRecLab.com

Because at McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center, getting you back to doing what you love is always the goal.

📚 Straighten your posture, change your life.In Aligned for Success, Dr. Royce McGowan breaks down something most people ...
02/25/2026

📚 Straighten your posture, change your life.

In Aligned for Success, Dr. Royce McGowan breaks down something most people ignore until it hurts, posture. The way you sit, stand, scroll, and sleep shapes how you feel, move, and even how you show up every day.

✔️ Less neck and back strain
✔️ Better energy and focus
✔️ Stronger presence and confidence

Your spine affects more than your body, it influences your mindset too.

Ready to reset the way you move through life?
Aligned for Success is available now on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble.

Meet Dr. Shelita McGowan 💙Behind every healing touch at McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center is a story rooted in purpos...
02/24/2026

Meet Dr. Shelita McGowan 💙

Behind every healing touch at McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center is a story rooted in purpose, partnership, and community.

Dr. Shelita McGowan, DC, co-founded the practice alongside her husband, Dr. Royce McGowan, with a shared mission: help Jacksonville families move better, feel better, and live pain-free without drugs or surgery.

Originally from New Orleans and a proud graduate of Grambling State University, Dr. Shelita continued her path into chiropractic medicine at Life University in Atlanta, where she met Royce. After earning their degrees, the two brought their vision to Jacksonville and built what is now McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center, a trusted destination for rehabilitation, physical therapy, and whole-body chiropractic care.

Dr. Shelita is known for her compassionate approach and dedication to teaching patients how to care for their bodies beyond the treatment room. From back and neck pain to headaches and everyday strain, her focus is always the same: relieve the cause, restore function, and empower healthier living.

Learn more about Dr. Shelita’s work and approach:
🌐 DrShelitaMcGowan.com

Together, Drs. Shelita and Royce McGowan have spent years serving their community with care that feels personal, family-centered, and deeply committed.

✨ Healing with heart
✨ Care you can trust
✨ A team that truly has your back

02/17/2026

📱 Text neck is real, and your neck feels every minute of screen time.

That constant forward-head posture? It strains muscles, triggers tension headaches, and can even contribute to disc issues over time. Not exactly the kind of tech upgrade you want. 😬

At McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center, Dr. Royce McGowan and our team work to correct posture, relieve tension, and restore proper alignment, so your neck stops paying the price for your screen habits.

Less strain. Better posture. Real relief.

Don’t let tech neck become your normal, come get adjusted and feel the difference.

Happy Valentine’s Day from McGowan Spinal Rehab 💐💙Today we showed a little extra love to the team that keeps our patient...
02/13/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from McGowan Spinal Rehab 💐💙

Today we showed a little extra love to the team that keeps our patients moving, healing, and smiling every day. Our staff is the heart behind everything we do, and we’re so grateful for each of them.

A small thank-you for a team that gives so much. 💙

02/13/2026

📸 👢 Boots On The Ground, Wellness In Motion! 🕺💥

Flashing back to the day the McGowan crew swapped adjustments for a little line dance action. Yes, we really did that. And yes, we stayed on beat. Mostly. 😎

At McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center, we believe movement is medicine. Whether it’s on the adjustment table or on the dance floor, keeping your body moving is always a win. 💙

A strong spine, good energy, and a quick dance break? That’s the kind of balance we like around here.

When’s the last time you took five minutes to move just for fun?

02/12/2026

🛌 The real bedtime bandit behind your back pain might not be your mattress... It might be the way you sleep! 😱

At McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center, we see folks blaming everything under the sun: their pillow, their job, their ex... but never their sleep position. So let’s break the cycle.

Here is the winning combo:

✅ Back sleeping with a pillow under your knees keeps your spine calm, cool, and collected.
🌀 Pro move: Roll up a small towel and tuck it under your neck, not your head, to support your natural curve.

Make these tiny tweaks tonight and your spine might actually thank you in the morning. 😴💤

Still waking up feeling like you wrestled a bear? Swing by, we will straighten things out!

✨ Wednesday Reset At McGowan Spinal ✨Halfway through the week and your posture is already negotiating with gravity? Let’...
02/11/2026

✨ Wednesday Reset At McGowan Spinal ✨

Halfway through the week and your posture is already negotiating with gravity? Let’s fix that.

Here’s your quick spine check and a few chiropractic truths:

🩻 We assess the body with precision, not guesswork. Every ache has a reason.
🧠 Headaches, digestion issues, tension, it can all trace back to spinal alignment.
🏆 From weekend warriors to pro athletes, performance starts with a healthy spine.
📚 Every adjustment is backed by science, strategy, and experience.
💙 Community wellness is part of our DNA, from workshops to local events, we show up.

Roll your shoulders back. Take a deep breath. Stand tall.

Your spine was built to support you, we just help it do the job better.

A Decision Birthed In 2006. A Legacy Still Growing.What began as a step of faith has become 20 years of service, healing...
02/06/2026

A Decision Birthed In 2006. A Legacy Still Growing.

What began as a step of faith has become 20 years of service, healing, and real impact across our community.

This milestone is not just about time. It is about lives changed, pain relieved, and families who have trusted McGowan Spinal Rehabilitation Center with their care.

Consistency. Purpose. Faith.
That is what built this legacy.

As we step into the years ahead, we continue building on 20 years of trust, care, and results.

Thank you to every patient, every family, and every life we have had the honor to serve. You are the reason we are here.

God Is Still Providing.
Here’s to the next chapter. 💙

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3021 N. Main Street
Jacksonville, FL
32206

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 3pm
Friday 7am - 7pm

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+19043505544

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