ABOUT US

Meet Your Chiropractors

Dr. Smith - Chiropractor

In his third year at Tennessee Tech University, Dr. Matt Smith suffered a back injury during an intramural basketball game. The excruciating pain was so intense he fell to his knees, gasping for air - he immediately knew his back had suffered a traumatic blow. He was right - for months he experienced debilitating back pain. After exhausting nearly every medical option (or so he thought,) his dad suggested he see a chiropractor. Desperate to find relief, Matt agreed and made an appointment.

The chiropractor took X-rays, conducted a quick exam and saw what was causing Matt’s pain - his spine was misaligned and pinching down on multiple nerves. The chiropractor created a treatment plan and with only two more visits and the therapies he recommended, the pain subsided.

Following that experience, he decided he wanted to become a chiropractor and help patients experience pain relief without destructive medications or invasive surgery. After graduating from Tennessee Tech, he attended Palmer College of Chiropractic and began practicing chiropractic in 2014.

Dr. Matt Smith is a native of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, a son, husband, dad and friend of the Wilson County community. When he’s not in the office, Dr. Matt is either hunting, fishing, or spending time with his wife Emily, son Hayes, and dogs, Nellie and Cookie out on the lake.

Dr. Proetta - Chiropractor

With more than 37 years of experience in private practice in Mt. Juliet, Dr. Michael Proetta, DC brings a lifelong commitment to gentle, patient-centered chiropractic care. Dr. Proetta specializes in low-force chiropractic techniques, including Activator Methods and mechanical instrument adjusting (ArthroStim). These approaches allow him to deliver precise, effective, and extremely comfortable care for patients of all ages - from young children to seniors - making chiropractic treatment acccessible to those who prefer or require a gentler touch.

Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for his compassionate bedside manner, careful listening, and dedication to helping patients achieve long-term wellness. He believes deeply in individualized care plans that address each patient's unique needs while promoting optimal function, mobility, and overall health.

Dr. Proetta joins Smith Chiropractic after operating his own highly successful clinic for nearly four decades and looks forward to offering his expertise in a supportive, patient-focused environment. He is excited to welcome both new and returning patients and providing the same top-notch, attentive, and trustworthy care that has earned him the respect of the Mt. Juliet community for nearly 40 years.

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