Chiropractor in Newport Beach
No assembly-line adjustments. No unnecessary treatment plans. Just thoughtful, one-on-one chiropractic care designed to help you feel and move better.
Meet the Chiropractic Team
Founder, Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed AcupuncturistTara Pierce DC, LAc
Dr. Tara Pierce is the founder of OC Well Studio, a chiropractor and licensed acupuncturist with over 15 years of clinical experience. She specializes in prenatal chiropractic care, dry needling, and advanced musculoskeletal treatments.
Her approach combines careful evaluation, individualized hands-on care, and patient education to help people overcome pain, restore mobility, and achieve lasting progress without unnecessary treatment.
Doctor of ChiropracticAndrea Smith DC, CCSP
Dr. Andrea Smith is a chiropractor and former collegiate soccer player with a special interest in treating runners, athletes and active individuals.
With over a decade of experience and advanced training as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, she combines chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue techniques, and movement-focused care to help patients recover from injuries, improve mobility, and stay active.
Andrea is available to see patients starting November 16, 2026.
Not Your Typical Chiropractic Visit
Great chiropractic care starts with understanding the problem, not simply adjusting where it hurts.
Our chiropractors take time to evaluate your symptoms, injury history, movement patterns, and goals before developing a personalized treatment approach. Depending on your needs, care may include chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue techniques, mobility work, and exercise recommendations.
As a multidisciplinary practice, we can also integrate dry needling, acupuncture, therapeutic massage, and focused shockwave therapy when clinically appropriate.
Our goal isn't to keep you coming back indefinitely. It's to help you recover, move better, and give you the tools to maintain your progress.
Sports Chiropractic for Athletes & Active Adults
From runners and weightlifters to competitive athletes and weekend warriors, staying active requires a body that moves well.
Our sports chiropractic care focuses on evaluating and treating musculoskeletal pain, mobility restrictions, and sports-related injuries that interfere with training, performance, and everyday movement.
With advanced training in sports chiropractic, Dr. Andrea Smith, DC, CCSP, brings a unique perspective as both a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician and former collegiate soccer player.
Whether you're managing a running injury, experiencing discomfort from strength training, or working toward returning to your sport, our goal is to help you recover and stay active with individualized, evidence-informed care.
Why People Choose OC Well Studio for Chiropractic Care
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Experienced Providers
Advanced training in sports chiropractic, prenatal care, and musculoskeletal treatment.
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More Treatment Options
Chiropractic, dry needling, shockwave, and soft tissue therapies under one roof.
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One-on-One Care
Thoughtful evaluations and personalized treatment without the high-volume experience.
Conditions Our Newport Beach Chiropractors Treat
Our chiropractors provide individualized care for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Back pain and sciatica
Neck pain and tension-related headaches
Sports injuries and overuse conditions
Shoulder, hip, and joint pain
Mobility restrictions and movement-related discomfort
Pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain
Treatment recommendations are based on your condition, goals, and individual needs.
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A chiropractic adjustment is a procedure in which a trained specialist uses their hands or a small instrument to apply a controlled, sudden force to a spinal joint. Chiropractic is used primarily to treat pain conditions related to the human musculoskeletal system, ie. — your muscles, joints, and their function.
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Chiropractic adjustments generally should not hurt. If you have had an acute injury the area may be hypersensitive, which will be considered when determining if manipulation is appropriate. You might feel a “pop” during and some soreness after, but there is little to no pain involved during the actual treatment.
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Chiropractic manipulation is a safe procedure when applied appropriately. There are some circumstances where it may not be advisable to have spinal or other joint manipulation. If you have a known connective tissue disorder with significant joint hypermobility, joint manipulation may not be an ideal intervention, and if it is used, the regions adjusted should be considered with caution. Advanced arthritic conditions, extremity weakness or functional deficits of the extremities or bowels/bladder, or sudden onset of “thunderclap” headache would be contraindications to undergoing spinal manipulation by a chiropractor or other trained healthcare provider. In these cases medical intervention is necessary.
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Chiropractic can treat a range of issues such as:
— Pain and stiffness in the neck, shoulders, back, arms, etc.
— Migraines and tension headaches
— Sciatica
— Injuries and trauma
— Scoliosis
— Leg pain and nerve disorders
— Sports injuries and tendinitis
— Carpal tunnel syndrome
— Fibromyalgia
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Prenatal chiropractic care is safe. Dr. Pierce is Webster certified and has treated hundreds of women in the Newport Beach area experiencing pregnancy related back and hip pain, pelvic pain, headaches, sciatica and more. Prenatal chiropractors have the experience and confidence treated the pregnant patient. This is important to vet before choosing your chiropractor.
Studio Policies
More info about our studio policies can be found below.
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We strive to provide the best possible care, regardless of insurance coverage. We offer complementary insurance verification at your request and we take PPO plans based on coverage. If you do not have insurance or a participating HMO plan, you will be a “Cash Patient.”
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Our cancellation policy is 24 hours. Any cancellations that are made outside of that period (or no-shows) will be charged a fee.
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Explore our FAQ page for more or send us a note to hi@ocwellstudio.com for more information