Quint Chiropractic

Quint Chiropractic Helping patients in Wilmington and surrounding areas achieve happier, healthier and higher qualities He has held this certification since February 2017.

Dr. Christopher Harris is a native of the small town of Roxboro, NC where he graduated as a member of the National Honor Society and with Cum Laude honors from Person High School. After high school, he moved to Wilmington, NC to attend the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, graduating in December 2005 with Cum Laude honors with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences, concentrating in Pre-Medical Sciences. After graduating from UNCW, he traveled to Davenport, Iowa where he attended the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic, known throughout the Chiropractic profession as the “Fountainhead” of Chiropractic. He again finished near the top of this graduating class with Cum Laude honors from Palmer College of Chiropractic in October 2009. Upon graduating from Palmer College of Chiropractic, Dr. Harris moved back to Wilmington, NC where he practiced for more than four years, helping to manage and operate three separate Chiropractic offices in the Wilmington, Wallace and Clinton areas. While practicing in Wilmington, he had the pleasure and opportunity to treat a wide range of patients, from infants to adults. He also had the opportunity to be part of the sports medicine team providing Chiropractic health care to a local professional soccer team, the Wilmington Hammerheads (USL Professional Soccer League), the team Chiropractor and head trainer for a semi-professional football team, the Wilmington Tigers, as well as treating several members of the Wilmington Sea Dawgs professional basketball team (To***co Road Basketball League). He also spent time providing care for several athletes from several different athletic programs that are a part of Cape Fear Community College, including men’s and women’s soccer as well as the men’s and women’s basketball programs. In 2014, Dr. Harris relocated to the triad region of North Carolina and practiced as an associate Chiropractor with Brittian Chiropractic Center, located in Winston-Salem, NC. While there, he helped manage an already established practiced and helped the practice grow and become even more successful. Knowing his heart was still a part of the salty air lifestyle of the coast, he moved back to Wilmington, NC in August of 2016, taking over a practice that has been established in the Wilmington area for over 12 years. Quint Chiropractic has been a staple Chiropractic office in the Wilmington area for many years and was established and founded by Dr. Timothy Quint, also a fellow Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate (class of 2005). Dr. Harris has always had a passion for sports, and taking care of the athlete ranging from the weekend warrior to the elite level professional athlete. Because of his affinity for the athletic and active population, he chose to continue his education even further with several post-graduate certifications. He has completed the necessary coursework and has attained credentialing as a Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner (CCEP) as well as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP). In April 2020, he completed necessary requirements and becoming one of less than 500 Chiropractors worldwide with the designation as a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (DACBSP), one of the profession's most challenging, highly regarded and sought after certifications. He is one of only two actively practicing Chiropractors in North Carolina with the DACBSP certification. In April 2020 he also attained an International Certificate in Sports Chiropractic (ICSC). He is also actively pursuing Diplomate certifications in the field of rehabilitation, nutrition, orthopaedics, neurology, forensics, occupational health, applied kinesiology, as well as a Diplomate certification as a Chiropractic Internist. Dr. Harris is also certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), Behavior Change Specialist (BCS), Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC), and Women's Fitness Specialist (WFS). He is also certified by the National Council on Strength and Fitness as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and a Sports Nutrition Specialist (SNS). Dr. Harris is also one of the few providers in Wilmington, NC that holds multiple certifications through the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI). Through TPI, Dr. Harris holds certification as a Medical Level 2, Power Level 2 and Fitness Level 2 provider which allows the opportunity for those in the golfing realm to be analyzed in different aspects regarding golfing posture as well as the golf swing. Dr. Harris is the only Chiropractor in Wilmington, NC that has taken the proper and necessary live coursework through RockTape USA to become certified in the utilization and application of RockBlade tools (FMT) to provide Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) for soft tissue related symptoms and conditions. He also has training though the Functional Movement Systems, attaining credentials and certifications with the Functional Movement Screen (FMS Level 2), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA Level 2), Functional Capacity Screen (FCS), and with the Y-Balance Test (YBT) also associated with the Functional Movement System.

Can’t Find Comfort? Your Sleep Challenge Might Be From Something You’re Not Expecting 😴 If you wake up tired, stiff, or ...
10/09/2025

Can’t Find Comfort? Your Sleep Challenge Might Be From Something You’re Not Expecting 😴

If you wake up tired, stiff, or just can’t get comfortable at night, your mattress might not be the issue. Misalignments and tension in your spine and neck can directly sabotage your ability to get restful, deep sleep.

Ready to stop counting sheep and start counting quality sleep hours?

Conservative care in our office offers a non-invasive, drug-free path to a better nights rest by addressing the underlying structural and neurological barriers to sleep:

The Better Sleep Advantage:

1️⃣ Reduce Pain and Stiffness: The most common cause of poor sleep is discomfort. By gently correcting spinal misalignments, we reduce the chronic aches (especially in the lower back and neck) that prevent you from finding a comfortable position and staying there.

2️⃣ Optimize the Nervous System: Your spine protects your nervous system, which controls everything, including your ability to relax. Adjustments help calm the sympathetic nervous system (fight-or-flight), allowing your body to transition more easily into the parasympathetic state (rest and digest) needed for deep sleep.

3️⃣ Improve Breathing Position: Adjustments to the thoracic spine (mid-back) can improve rib cage mobility and posture. This creates a better sleep position, potentially reducing snoring and improving oxygen flow, leading to more restorative sleep.

Stop trying to medicate your sleeping challenges and start treating the physical causes. A healthy spine is the foundation for a healthy sleep cycle.

Are you ready for a drug free path to deeper sleep? Contact our office today at (910) 392-8896 to schedule a consultation to find out more how we can help you get better sleep.

In our continuation of celebrating National Youth Sports Week, today we’re going to talk about SAFETY!!!  Safety should ...
10/09/2025

In our continuation of celebrating National Youth Sports Week, today we’re going to talk about SAFETY!!! Safety should always come first for all athletes, especially our youth athletes where we take necessary steps to ensure we are doing our best to prevent the preventable!

Safety isn’t optional. It’s foundational. Let your athletes play fearlessly, and parents cheer confidently. Equip your team with an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and life-saving knowledge.

📊Stat Alert:

8 million youth athletes seek medical attention every year. 8 MILLION!!! 💔 But here’s hope! Most instances are preventable! Your EAP isn’t just paperwork, it is your promise to every parent that their child comes first! Let us know if you would like help in developing an EAP for your team, as we can assist you in downloading on the customize for your organization!

Back Pain Breakthrough: Why Conservative Care is Your Smarter First Step 🔑 If you’re dealing with acute back pain, the f...
10/08/2025

Back Pain Breakthrough: Why Conservative Care is Your Smarter First Step 🔑

If you’re dealing with acute back pain, the first provider you see makes all the difference! Many people reach for prescription pain medications first, only to find themselves stuck in a cycle of temporary relief and recurring problems.

We are here to tell you there is a better way to start your recovery!

The Game-Changing Advantage of Choosing Conservative Care First:

Study strongly suggest that patients who choose conservative care as their initial treatment for back pain are significantly less likely to need prescriptions, including opioids, down the line.

Here’s why this approach is more advantageous:

1️⃣ Solving the Problem, Not Masking It: Prescription drugs manage the symptom (pain). We address the root cause – the underlying joint restriction, misalignment, or muscle tension – providing structural correction, and lasting relief.

2️⃣ Zero Dependency Risk: By choosing a drug-free, hands-on intervention, you completely bypass the risks of dependency, side effects, and the need for ever-increasing doses.

3️⃣ Sustainable Function: Our care focuses on restoring natural movement and stability. We equip you with personalized stretches and exercises so you can manage your back health proactively and prevent future flare-ups.

Your health is an investment. Don’t settle for a quick fix that leads to long-term worry. Choose a sustainable, conservative path into feeling better, faster. Ready to ditch the pills and embrace lasting relief? Contact our office today at (910) 392-8896 and find out more about how we can help!

In continuation with celebrating National Youth Sports week, today we show pride in those jerseys!!!  To our youth, thos...
10/08/2025

In continuation with celebrating National Youth Sports week, today we show pride in those jerseys!!! To our youth, those jerseys aren’t just fabric! They are an identity, a source of pride, and proof that athlete belonged somewhere! Let’s wear those jerseys loud and proud! Celebrate belonging with jerseys, vintage photos, and shared stories!

📊Stat Alert:

65% of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women played competitive sports. 💪🏻 That Jersey you wore, it was training for leadership! Post your throwback today and tag a teammate!

Beyond “Normal Aging”: Reclaiming Comfort in Your Golden Years 🌟 If you’re among the 65+ age group, you know chronic bac...
10/07/2025

Beyond “Normal Aging”: Reclaiming Comfort in Your Golden Years 🌟

If you’re among the 65+ age group, you know chronic back pain often feels like an inevitable part of getting older. But living with constant stiffness, aches, and reduced mobility doesn’t have to be your normal!

Chronic back pain is incredibly common for those 65 and over, often stemming from years of wear-and-tear (osteoarthritis), spinal stenosis, or previous injuries. It limits daily activities, impact sleep, and can keep you from enjoying your active retirement.

But here’s the good news: our office offers a gentle, effective pathway to better comfort and mobility, helping you stay active and independent!

How Our Office Supports Healthy Aging & Relieves Chronic Back Pain:

✅ Gentle Joint Mobility: As we age, joints can stiffen. Our specific, low-force adjustments help to restore natural movement to spinal joints that have become restricted, reducing stiffness and improving flexibility.

✅ Reduced Nerve Pressure: Many age-related back pains, like sciatica, are caused by nerves being pinched. We worked to decompress the spine and reduce pressure on these nerves, alleviating radiating pain and numbness.

✅ Improved Balance & Stability: Better spinal alignment and improved joint proprioception (your body’s sense of position) can contribute to better balance, reducing the risk of fall – a major concern for seniors.

✅ Drug-Free Pain Management: For those looking into minimize medication use, our office offers a natural, hands-on approach to pain, relief, allowing you to manage discomfort without the side effects of pharmaceuticals.

You deserve to enjoy your golden years without constant pain. Let us help you rediscover, comfort, and maintain your independence. Call our office today at (910) 392-8896 to schedule a consultation or new patient appointment to find out more about how we can help!

📊 Stat Alert:Heartbreaking reality: Only 1 in 3 youth coaches are trained in something other than Xs and Os. 💔 But here’...
10/07/2025

📊 Stat Alert:

Heartbreaking reality: Only 1 in 3 youth coaches are trained in something other than Xs and Os. 💔 But here’s the hope: YOU can change that with one training session. One safer place. One more reason to keep playing. Click the link below to find out how you can register for free Coach-Mentor Training through the US Soccer Foundation to become more knowledgeable in the following areas that are SO incredibly important in youth coaching:

✅ Trust Building techniques for any athletic environment
✅ Team culture development that reduces conflict
✅ Athlete connection strategies that boost retention
✅ Behavior management tools effective across all youth sports
✅ Social-emotional skilled development for multi-sport application

🔗 —> https://ncys.org/education/free-youth-sports-mentor-certification/

Great coaches aren’t born. They’re developed. This week, for National Youth Sports Week, we invite you to help equip more leaders in the community to create safe and inclusive spaces where every athlete feels a sense of belonging! Together, we can make youth sports more safe and fun for all!

Stop the Worry Cycle: Why Your First Choice for Pain Relief is Your Best Defense Against DependencyWe understand that fo...
10/06/2025

Stop the Worry Cycle: Why Your First Choice for Pain Relief is Your Best Defense Against Dependency

We understand that for many, managing pain comes with a serious concern: the risk of dependency on prescription pain medications. If you are struggling with pain and worried about that path, choosing a drug free, conservative care plan is not just smart – it’s crucial.

The Advantage of Choosing Drug-Free Pain Management:

Pain medication, particularly opioids, simply masks the symptom. While they offer temporary relief, they failed to address the underlying physical dysfunction and introduce risks of tolerance and addiction.

Conservative care offers a highly advantageous alternative by focusing on sustained, lasting relief:

✅ Targeting the Root Cause: We don’t mask the pain; we correct the biomechanical source. We identify and treat joint restrictions, nerve compression, and muscle imbalances, which are often the true drivers of chronic pain.

✅ Empowering Your Body: Our conservative, hands-on interventions (adjustments, mobilization, and rehabilitation) restore your body’s natural ability to move and heal, reducing pain signals without introducing external chemicals.

✅ Zero Risk of Dependency: By opting for conservative care as your initial pain intervention, you bypass the necessity for potentially addictive drugs, choosing a path of health that relies on function, not pharmaceuticals.

Choosing a conservative approach first is a proactive choice to protect your long-term health and well-being. Ready to find effective, sustainable pain, relief without the worry of addiction? Call our office today at (910) 392-8896 to schedule a consultation or new patient appointment and find out more about how we can help!

October 6-11 is National Youth Sports Week!  Please help us in celebrating all week long!Today is National Coaches Day! ...
10/06/2025

October 6-11 is National Youth Sports Week! Please help us in celebrating all week long!

Today is National Coaches Day! Behind every athlete who never gave up is a coach who never gave up on them. This day is your chance to thank them, inspire new leaders, and show what great coaching looks like.

Did you know that 75% of youth athletes say that their coach is one of their most important role models? That’s not just a statistic. That’s a life changed. Who’s the coach the shape your life? Tag them below!

Beyond the Prescription Pad: Your Path to Lasting Back Pain ReliefYour first choice for back pain relief is the most imp...
10/02/2025

Beyond the Prescription Pad: Your Path to Lasting Back Pain Relief

Your first choice for back pain relief is the most important one. Research shows that patients who choose conservative care as their initial course of care for new-onset back pain are significantly less likely to be prescribed opioids.

This isn’t just about avoiding a pill; it’s about choosing a pathway to genuine, sustainable relief.

A Smarter First Step for Back Pain:

✅ Addressing the Root Cause: Instead of simply masking pain with medication, we identify incorrect the underlined by mechanical issues – like spinal or joint restrictions – that are causing your discomfort.

✅ Non-Invasive, Drug-Free Solutions: Our focus is on restoring your body’s natural ability to heal. Through specific adjustments and targeted therapies, we empower you to regain function without the risks of pharmaceutical dependency.

✅ Empowering Long-Term Health: Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and tools – from posture correction to personalized exercises – to manage your spinal health proactively to prevent future flare-ups.

Don’t let back pain lead you down the road of endless prescriptions. Take control of your health with a natural, effective approach. Call our office today at (910) 233-7300 to schedule an appointment to find out more on how we can help you live your best life without having to depend on medications for pain!

Less Stiffness, More Life: Targeted Relief for Arthritis Pain 💥 You don’t have to let the pain and discomfort from osteo...
10/01/2025

Less Stiffness, More Life: Targeted Relief for Arthritis Pain 💥

You don’t have to let the pain and discomfort from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis dictate your day. If chronic joint stiffness and pain are limiting your life, our strategic, two-part approach provides targeted relief without relying solely on medications.

The Power Combo for Joint Health:

1️⃣ Conservative Care (Structural Support): We address the biomechanical faults that accelerate joint wear. Specific adjustments maintain and improve joint mobility, helping to ease stiffness and reduce the mechanical stress that aggravates arthritic tissues.

2️⃣ Class IV Laser Therapy (Anti-Inflammatory Action): This advanced, painless and non-invasive technology delivers high-powered light deep into the joint and surrounding soft tissues. It works at a cellular level to drastically reduce inflammation and modulate pain signals, significantly improving comfort and accelerating the body’s natural healing processes.

The result is a powerful synergy: Conservative care optimizes function and structure, while the Class IV Laser helps to eliminate pain and inflammation. This helps you move easier, feel better, and stay active longer.

Ready for a sustainable solution? Call our office today at (910) 392-8896 to schedule a consultation and find out more about how we can help you live your best life!

✅ Persistent tingling, numbness or “pins and needles” in your hands or feet?✅ Burning, throbbing, or sharp, shooting pai...
09/30/2025

✅ Persistent tingling, numbness or “pins and needles” in your hands or feet?

✅ Burning, throbbing, or sharp, shooting pains that seem to come out of nowhere?

✅ A feeling of tightness, weakness, or cramping in your arms or legs?

✅ Extreme sensitivity to tough — even light contact feels painful?

If any of these symptoms sound familiar, you may be dealing with peripheral neuropathy, a condition affected millions of individuals. It can be incredibly frustrating and debilitating, often leading to a reliance on medication that only master problem or come with unwanted side effects.

But what if there was a different, drug-free path to relief?

Here at our office, we are excited to offer a cutting-edge solution: Class IV Medical Laser Therapy. This isn’t a temporary fix; it’s a painless non-invasive, drug free treatment that works at a cellular level to target the source of your neuropathy:

🔬 Nerve Regeneration: The laser’s powerful light energy, stimulate your body’s natural healing processes, encouraging damaged nerve cells to repair and regenerate.

⬇️ Inflammation Reduction: It helps to significantly calm the inflammation surrounding your nerves, a major contributor to pain.

🩸 Improved Circulation: Enhanced blood flow delivers vital oxygen and nutrients directly to the affected nerves, fostering a healthier environment for healing.

⚡️ Sustainable Pain & Symptom Relief: By addressing these root causes, we aim to reduce your tingling, numbness, burning, and pain, improving your quality of life.

Our comprehensive approach combines this advanced laser therapy with personalized patient care to ensure your entire nervous system and body are functioning optimally. We believe in empowering your body’s natural healing capabilities.

Ready to explore a natural, effective path away from neuropathy symptoms? Give our office a call today at (910) 392-8896 today and let’s talk about how Class IV Medical Laser therapy can help you find lasting relief!

Stop the Shooting Pain: Targeted Relief for Disc Herniations 🎯 Don’t let a disc herniation dictate your life. If you’re ...
09/29/2025

Stop the Shooting Pain: Targeted Relief for Disc Herniations 🎯

Don’t let a disc herniation dictate your life. If you’re experiencing that sharp, shooting pain down your leg (sciatica) or arm, it’s a sign that nerve pressure is sidelining your daily life and career.

Our office offers a highly effective, non-surgical pathway to healing and managing disc injuries by focusing on two key goals:

1️⃣ Decompression and Space Creation: We use gentle, precise adjustments and techniques to restore proper movement and alignment to the spinal segment affected by the herniation. This creates more space for the nerve root, reducing the direct pressure that causes pain and radiculopathy (pain radiating down a limb).

2️⃣ Stabilization and Long-Term Health: Once the acute pain subsides, treatment focuses on rehab, rehabilitating and strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles surrounding the disc. A stronger core and proper muscle balance prevent future injury and help keep the disc material in place.

Our Integrated Approach Includes:

✅ Specific Spinal Adjustments: To restore mobility to restricted joints above and below the injured disc.

✅ Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression: Gentle, mechanical traction that helps pull bulging disc material away from the nerve.

✅ Class IV Medical Laser Therapy: A painless, non-invasive and drug-free approach to help lower inflammation, and to increase oxygenated blood supply to the affected area helping to better facilitate the body’s natural healing process.

✅ Rehabilitative Exercises: Customized plans to strengthen the core and supporting musculature for lasting stability, support and strength.

Ready to move without fear? Give our office a call today at (910) 392-8896 to schedule a consultation or new patient appointment and see how we can help you get back to living the life you deserve!

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3822 Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC
28403

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
2pm - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
2pm - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
2pm - 6pm

Telephone

+19103928896

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