First Light Chiropractic

07/22/2025

After considerable thought I have made the difficult decision to close First Light Chiropractic.

There are several reasons why I am making this decision, and you deserve to know them. But first I want to alleviate any concern that you will be without a chiropractor and assure you that I am taking steps in the coming weeks to ensure you will have the best care possible, that the transition will be smooth, and that you will be comfortable with it.

I got great feedback from you about Dr. Colin ("Dr. B") while I was gone in May. I trust his care. He has an office on Brighton Avenue and took great care of you. I will be working out of his office starting Monday, August 4th. I will adjust you on your first visit at the new office and on adjustments that follow I will be there observing and advising while Dr. B continues your care through the end of September.

It's important to me to be as involved as possible in helping you find the care you need. If the location is not convenient, tell me. If you have concerns about a new chiropractor, tell me. I am committed to you in this process.

About Current and Future Appointments

Please keep your appointments as scheduled. You can continue to schedule as usual with the online scheduler and get adjusted at the office. Starting Monday, August 4th, I will see you at Body Back Chiropractic at 949 Brighton Avenue in Portland instead. Please schedule soon, so I can adequately collaborate with Dr. B regarding your care.

As for me - I am not sure what's next in my life. For a while I will be resting and regrouping.

Now, the why.

Many of you know how the last 7 years have required me to navigate through a period of caregiving for family members and changes in the business of healthcare. I appreciate how understanding and flexible you have all been with scheduling, not to mention your compassion and concern for my well-being. It means everything. I am disappointed and bewildered as to why life has led me in a different direction (I hope temporarily) from chiropractic. I love adjusting! It's the best part of my week. But everything else a healthcare practice requires of me has been depleting and I need to stop. I hope in the future I will be able to practice again, but it will not be in the foreseeable future and likely not in the Portland area.

Please friend me on Facebook (Kelly Worster)

I have come to regard so many of my patients as friends and extended family. I've been caring for some of you for 15 years which has been enormously fulfilling. I want to keep in touch. Once I'm not your healthcare provider, I am no longer tied to the HIPAA and OIG guidelines that prevent me from connecting with you on social media via my personal profile. So please find me and friend me!

I'll see you soon. Thank you for everything.

Warmly,
Dr. Kelly

04/04/2025

Local celebrity sighting at the office today! Did anyone see this guy on 207? Thanks for coming by, Edric 🐕🐾

02/15/2025

Thank you, Dr. Marcie! We all wish you the best of luck in your new venture!

Dr. Marcie's last day in the office is Monday, February 17th and we are open on the holiday 9am - 6pm.

Happy Presidents' Day! 🤗

01/29/2025

🌟 Restore the Flow, Restore Your Health! 🌟 Chiropractic adjustments help keep your nervous system functioning at its best by ensuring proper alignment and flow. 🧠✨ When your spine is in harmony, your whole body can thrive. Let’s unlock your full potential—one adjustment at a time! 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️

01/23/2025

Who do you know that has "shrimp posture"?

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Good posture doesn’t just make us look better, it can also make us feel better. Dr. Sherry McAllister, President of the Foundation of Chiropractic Progress, joined FOX21 …

01/11/2025

How chiropractic care helped this guy!

01/09/2025

🌟 Real Results, Real Stories! 🌟 We’re thrilled to share a heartfelt testimonial from one of our amazing patients. 💬 Hearing how chiropractic care has improved their life reminds us why we’re so passionate about what we do. 🧡 Ready to start your wellness journey? Let this story inspire you!

“She didn’t babble as a kid and babbling is something that stimulates the vagus nerve. There’s all of this language that stimulates the vagus nerve that she didn’t have because she didn’t speak til after she turned two. She has a lot of vagus nerve symptoms, she has digestive issues, she has language issues, she has oral issues, like picky eating, so all these things can be vagus nerve related. So that’s why I initially brought her in and I do think she had a shift with that. Vagus nerve is involved with fight or flight and she has a lot of fear and anxiety that shows up in general. We went on vacation after her first appointment and I would say she had a lot less fear and was a lot more confident. We went into situations where normally she would be very fearful, and so we went to this farm with hundreds of people, where normally she would just be shut down and she would want me to carry her, but she had the ability this time to vocalize it and she was a lot more confident the week after she was first seen.” -Ann, mother of H

01/07/2025

12/28/2024

Little spines deserve gentle care! 🧸✨ Pediatric chiropractic care is a safe, non-invasive way to support your child’s growth and overall wellness. 💕 Perfectly tailored for tiny bodies, it helps promote healthy development, naturally.

“I had tried other providers and I really appreciate how much time and care Dr. Marcie takes for me and my issues. I feel listened to and that my needs are always met. Dr. Marcie was a great source of knowledge during my pregnancy. She educated me on the reasons why I was in pain and did a great job easing my pain while also providing me with useful exercises to do at home in between visits. I very much enjoy my visits. The office has a very relaxing vibe, great background music, and both Dr. Marcie and Dr. Kelly are relaxed, kind and patient.” -Tess

12/16/2024

🎄✨ Holiday Update! 🎉 This Christmas and New Year’s season, we’re here to keep you aligned and feeling great! 💆‍♂️💆‍♀️
Our holiday hours are:

🎅 Christmas Eve:
Dr. Marcie 9am-12pm
Dr. Kelly 10am-1:30pm

🎄 Christmas Day: Closed

🥂 New Year’s Eve: Closed

🎆 New Year’s Day:
Dr. Marcie 9am-1pm
Dr. Kelly 2pm-6pm

Wishing you a season full of health, happiness, and holiday cheer! 🎁❄️

12/02/2024

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11/11/2024

"Our daughter favored the left side of her head and as she approached one month it appeared that she had difficulty turning her head to the right side. We saw a difference after our first appointment with Dr.Marcie. Our daughter was turning her head more and just overall looked more comfortable. We were very pleased with Dr. Marcie and her gentle approach with our infant.

We were recommended by a family member who is a long-time patient of Dr.Kelly. We decided to go to Dr. Marcie to help treat our daughter's Torticollis after reading and hearing about her gentle approach. I highly recommend Dr.Marcie, we have had numerous sessions with her and my child has benefited from every session.

"Dr. Marcie provided knowledge on Torticollis and taught us at home stretches that could be used to continue to help improve our infant's condition.

I enjoyed bringing my daughter into Dr. Marcie's office. Adjustments can sometimes be uncomfortable for infants but Dr. Marcie has always used a gentle and patient approach with my child."

-B, mother of E