Dr. Joel Groft
Dr. Joel Groft
Care helped him recover from a severe back injury. This transformative experience sparked his interest in the field.
Dr. Groft earned his BA in Biology from Franklin and Marshall College, where he also competed in Division I wrestling. He initially pursued teaching high school biology and earth science at Lancaster Catholic High School, while also coaching wrestling and football.
He later moved to Portland, Oregon, to attend Western States Chiropractic College, graduating magna cum laude in 2002. Dr. Groft eventually settled in Athens, where he founded Athens Chiropractic Healthcare in 2004.
Committed to ongoing education, Dr. Groft regularly attends conferences and training sessions. He is the only full-body Active Release Technique (ART) certified clinician in the area and holds a TPI certification to work with golfers.
For over two decades, Dr. Groft has been helping patients relieve neck, back, and sports injury pain through a gentle and patient approach. He values strong collaborations with local medical professionals to provide comprehensive care. His expertise in human anatomy and his approachable demeanor make him a trusted healthcare provider.
Education:
- Franklin & Marshall College, BA Biology, 1997
- Millersville University, PA State Teacher Certification, 1998
- Western States Chiropractic College, Doctor of Chiropractic, magna cum laude, 2002
- Carrick Institute, Post-Graduate Neurology Training
- Active Release Technique (ART) Certified, 2016; Full-body Certified, 2018
- TPI Certification, 2017