Copley Square Chiropractic

Both Luke and Lauren are amazing! I am a teacher and orchestral musician. They quickly recognize my problem areas and free them up with precision. I can’t recommend them enough!

I have had back trouble for 43 years, ever since I seriously injured myself working in a cloth mill one summer during college. I lifted a bolt of cloth (the wrong way!) and ruptured a disc in my lower back. I had surgery which helped, but I still had residual pain. Ten years later, I injured myself again and had a second surgery. Since then, I have experienced intermittent pain and stiffness. Massage helps, but not completely. Several months ago, I really hurt my back and I was in a great deal of pain. I wasn’t sure what to do about it. I was always nervous about seeing a chiropractor, but a friend who also suffers with his back highly recommended Dr. Luke Piretti at Copley Square Chiropractic, so I thought I’d give it a try.
It was the best thing I have ever done for my back. At my initial appointment, Dr. Piretti thoroughly explained what he would be doing during our visits and made me feel very comfortable with the procedures. After that first visit, my back felt great! I left walking taller and pain-​free. I saw Dr. Piretti about once a week during that time, and now I am seeing him once a month. Not only has he helped the stiffness and pain in my back, but he has also done wonders with the neck pain I experience.
In addition to his magic powers, Dr. Piretti is a very affable and caring physician. He’s interested in the total patient. We’re not just a number to him (as I sometimes feel with other doctors). If you need a terrific chiropractor, you need to make an appointment with him NOW.
Oh, and one more thing to recommend Copley Square Chiropractic — the folks at the front desk are always pleasant and helpful and make you feel very welcome when you arrive for an appointment.

I saw Dr Lockwood for approx 1 year. Dr Lockwood is a 5 star doctor. She was absolutely fantastic and really helped me with my sciatica. However, she has left the practice so this 2 star review is for her successor.
I have been to 4 different chiropractors in the past few years (due to moving around) so I have enough experience to judge their competency. Dr. Doscher has a pleasant bedside manner, however she lacks skill. Rather than actually adjusting my spine she only move the chiropractic table up and down. My spine did not «crack.» I asked her to crack it like every other doctor has done for me and she said she just stretched it out. Stretching it out is not worth a $ 40 copay. I did absolutely no good and I my sciatica had not been relived. Dr. Lockwood was excellent and would provide me relief for 1 – 2 months a time depending on whether or not I did my exercises in the interim. Anyhow, I suspect the reason Dr. Doscher doesn’t give proper adjustments is because she is not strong enough. I don’t mean to be rude, but she’s very petite and I felt like I was a giant laying on the table expecting her to adjust me. She didn’t appear to have the strength required to do her job properly. I will not be returning to Copley Square Chiropractic after this visit.

After a lifetime of doing everything imaginable to mess up my back, father time seemed to catch up to me and my once hyperactive physical activity dwindled with the years. There was a time when I would run home from work, play an hour of tennis, run off to either Baptiste Yoga or the adult dance classes at Boston Ballet or Jeanette Neil Dance and then hit the gym at 9 pm for an hour or so of lifting and cardio. Oh, and I would roller blade between classes.
I started experiencing back pain in the 90’s, but I have a high tolerance to pain. Every morning I would awake to a stiff back which would dissipate within half an hour and I would think nothing of it. Then my back would go out periodically in dance class and I had to stop. Then the constant bending over from the roller blading forced me to quit that. Then I would feel sore every time I bent over to pick up a tennis ball (12 hours on the weekends can do that do you), so I stopped that, then I forced myself into a bridge at Baptiste and that was the proverbial straw.
That was in 2003. They took an MRI and decided I had degenerative disc disease, blah blah blah. I had dropped foot for a week which almost had me in emergency surgery. I asked the neurologist at MGH if I could go to a chiropractor who I greatly respected and he said no because having my disc manipulated would only exacerbate it. So for the next 10 years I found myself getting progressively worse with pain and limiting more and more of my activities to the point where I was resigning myself to becoming a reluctant couch potato, waiting for a dad bod.
I decided to do SOMETHING as this pain in my lower body was getting more and more bothersome, I researched the most reputable physiatrists and orthopedics in Boston and had a treatment plan for some shots and possibly surgery…
I read about Dr Piretti and was impressed by his background as a personal trainer prior to becoming a Chiropractor. On a long shot I went to visit him and I think you know where this is going! I can’t believe the difference. I wouldn’t belive it if it wasn’t my own body doing squats and deadlifts at the gym now with NO PAIN. Ok, there is a little pain because I clearly don’t know what moderation or «go slow» means, but, for example, I haven’t woken up with back pain since our first week together.
I know one size does not fit all for things like back pain, so I don’t want to oversell this guy, but I do think it is worth giving him a try. There is no way any surgery could have had the benefits I am experiencing over the past 6 months. The results have far exceeded what I even dreamed was possible and I am back to hoping I can remain active for the rest of my life… literally. I want to be the 90 year old at the gym not at home in bed.
Oh, and he ain’t bad to look at either (Ok, I’m gay, he’s straight, but i had to say that because I can in this neighborhood).

Luke and Dr. Lockwood were both absolutely terrific. Having a bit of a unique challenge for them, the two worked together to come up with a plan to help me. While it’s a chronic condition that will never be «fixed» Copley Square Chiropractic made my life 10x better. Dr Lockwood was also able to diagnose something that countless osteo surgeons couldn’t put a name to (subsequent surgeons have agreed with her assessment). She did hours of research for me and really went out of her way for me. If you need a chiropractor that will care about you and your long term well-​being, this is the place to go.

I can’t say enough good things about Copley Square Chiropractic. I started seeing Dr. Lockwood about six months ago for back pain and injuries in my legs due to running long distance. She is a delight to work with and has made an immense difference in my training efforts.
Dr. Lockwood connected with me as a runner herself, and alleviated the pain in my knees and feet with regular appointments. She’s very friendly while being extremely knowledgable and professional. She also gave me tips on stretches I could do at home and shifts to my diet to help with inflammation. I’ve had great results at pain relief and have seen a noticeable improvement in my running.
Everyone on staff at Copley Square is really friendly. It’s easy to get an appointment, and they’re quick enough (~15 mins) that I can go during my lunch break. If you’re looking for a chiropractor in the city, I highly recommend Dr. Lockwood!

this chiroperactic did not help me over a course of 3 months. Theres no logic or benefit in what he does for you and actually hurt me a lot. the last place i recommendd

I saw a great chiropractor years ago in California after a car accident and haven’t been to one since although I think they are great. Lately my neck has been in pain, hurting when I turn it to the left and leaving me with headaches. Meeting Luke, after finding him through my insurance, was a surprise, he’s young, hip and full of energy but he knows his stuff. His staff is extremely sweet and accommodating, working to get me a last minute appointment. He explained what was wrong and the treatment it would take. No up-​sells and he is working his magic on my neck. The headaches are gone and I am more aware of my bad practices that got me to this point. See Luke, he won’t disappoint.

I’ve been going to Luke now since January… he’s great! Not only did he help with my backpain, but has given me some great advice on improving my overall health and living a healthier lifestyle. He’s personable and laid-​back, his staff is also lovely, and it’s usually pretty easy to get a last minute appointment. I would definitely recommend him!

This was my first visit with any chiropractor. This office has exactly what I like at any medical location; streamlined history and intake forms, polite staff, and prompt appointment time. The doctor/​Luke is also very personable. In terms, of expertise, he answered all of my questions and even left me with some new questions to think about. I had an excellent experience, but most importantly, my back is feeling better every day.

Everyone’s review is right on par. I’ve been going here for about a month now and my experience here has been incredible. They’re really flexible with times and scheduling and not to mention the incredible staff. The receptionist is so nice and always has a smile on her face. It’s a great environment to be in, and super close to the Back bay/​Copley station.
Dr. Piretti really understood my back issues and reassured me that I would be okay. He’s super friendly and extremely professional.
I’ve been to my fair share of chiropractors and he really helped me out the most.
They also take insurance, I have Blue Cross and only pay a 25 $ co-​pay when I come in.
I highly recommend this place.

Phenomenal service. My first appointment was quick and thorough. I felt amazing after the first alignment. I’m so glad they accept Blue Cross Blue Shield. This is a deal! Dr. Piretti puts you at ease and works magic in just a few minutes.

I’ve generally been skeptical of chiropractors after I went to a few where I live. One tried to charge me for treatments that would basically elongate my back (??) at $ 60 per session… four times a month. I’ve also gone to one that wanted to take up my Saturdays with «wellness seminars» that he swore were «part of the healing process for the spine». My spine prefers to sleep in on Saturdays.
Dr. Piretti was a breath of fresh air compared to those other guys. I travel a lot and have a weird curve in my back so at times it can get painful. On an extended stay in Boston, I went to Dr. P after reading the great reviews on this fine website and was blown away. He did a great job and didn’t try to up-​sell me on weird treatments that didn’t make sense. He’s also very easy to talk to and he explained things in way that I could understand them.
I highly recommend him to anyone in Boston or who is just passing through.

Dr. Piretti has been an essential resource for me, mentally and physically, as I started training for and competing in triathlons a year ago. My endeavor to complete a sprint-​length triathlon was made especially challenging due to my prior lack of experience with sports and the stresses the body endures while training and competing.
From day one, I’ve been able to rely on Dr. Piretti to answer questions about unfamiliar training-​related aches and pains and to provide appropriate chiropractic treatment that allowed me to safely train at high intensity levels. In fact, I felt so good midway through the season that I decided to do a half-​Ironman distance triathlon. I don’t believe I’d have been able to cross the finish line without Dr. Piretti’s expertise.
Dr. Piretti and Laura have always been welcoming and professional. I highly recommend Copley Square Chiropractic to anyone seeking preventive or therapeutic chiropractic treatment for any reason. As evidenced by the other Unilocal reviews, Dr. Piretti is clearly knowledgeable about a wide range of health care issues for patients of all types, not just athletes and sports-​related treatment.

Dr. Piretti is wonderful — professional and reliable, he genuinely cares about your needs. It’s so nice to have a physician that’s sensitive to your schedule! I have had experienced few PTs/​Chiropractors in the past, but Dr. Piretti is by far the best care I’ve received. Highly recommend his practice to those in need!

I had a very positive experience with Dr. Piretti and Copley Square Chiropractic. The office is a nice, clean space located in the South End with ample street parking and they are able to get you in to see him relatively quickly.
This was my first experience with a chiropractor and Dr. Piretti did not disappoint. He was very friendly, professional and informative; educating me about how my body works, what caused my back pain and what he was going to do to help it heal.
I had injured my back about 6 months earlier and had been able to reduce most of the pain and increase flexibility through seeing a Sports Medicine doctor and using a combination of pilates and strength training. I was happy with how far my back had come but I was still experiencing pain with running and did not have full range of flexibility in my spine so I decided to try seeing a chiropractor.
Over the course of 7 or 8 treatments with Dr. Pireti I was able to regain full flexibility in my spine and slowly able to run longer distances without pain. I have been completely pain free for a few months now and consider myself healed! I always thought that once you start going to a chiropractor you have to continue or else the pain returns but Dr. Piretti explained that is not the case and that the goal is to adjust the spine and strengthen the muscles so that they can then hold the spine in the correct place and treatment is no longer needed. This is what happened for me in about 8 appointments over the course of 6 – 8 weeks while continuing with my regular exercise.
I am very happy with my experience with Copley Square Chiropractic and highly recommend Dr. Piretti.

I have two herniated discs in my back. Dr. Luke was able to get me through 4 months of marathon training (my first one), and kept me healthy enough to finish the marathon.
He uses a combination of chiropractic and PT type muscle pressure and release that is really amazing.
I’ve been going to chiropractors for years and he’s the best one I’ve ever been to. Hands down.

A friend referred me to Dr Piretti about 2 years ago after I got fed up with the arrogant attitude of my previous Newbury Street chiropractor. I called initially to request an «interview»…I wanted to make sure I wasn’t in for another jerk for a doctor. Dr. Piretti was kind enough to spend 15 – 20 minutes with me, answering all my questions. Dr. P is AWESOME!
I travel weekly on average and he’s helped to keep my back in alignment and keep my sciatic pain at bay. We started with weekly visits and I am now down to monthly visits with minimal, if any, pain in between. As mentioned in other reviews, his technique does not involve the instruments my previous chiropractor used, and the end result has been better. I feel better!
Dr P takes a holistic approach. He asks about my stress levels, the knots in my upper back and shoulders (too much time on the computer or on an airplane) and has given me advice on my vitamin routine. Most importantly, he is super nice! If you are looking for a chiropractor, visit Dr. Piretti.

I started going to Dr Piretti while he was with Melman. After moving to Boston last year, I was in search for a new chiropractor. I have been to numerous chiropractors in my life, mostly because of my lower back. After searching around, I decided to give Dr Piretti a shot. I like going to see Luke because of a few things.
First of, he’s extremely nice and friendly. He gets to know his clients and seems to care about you which is nice.
He’s also not a crack and done kind of chiropractor either. He sits down with you and helps you with stretches, and also other nutrition issues.
It’s been almost a full year of going to see him, and I haven’t felt better. I still get some soreness here and there, but when you work a 9 – 5 desk job all day, your back is going to hurt.

I was referred to Dr. Luke Piretti from my boyfriend who is a personal trainer and goes to him frequently. I was having some knee problems from a sports related injury and he said that Dr. Piretti was not only knowledgeable about injuries like mine, but he also would help me get back into my routine quicker.
I was a little skeptical at first because he uses techniques that I had not heard of. More specifically, he used the Graston technique to help break up some of the scar tissue and help alleviate the pressure around my knee. Not going to lie, it hurts and my knee did swell the first time, but I got up the next day and was able to walk down the stairs without pain. That’s a win in my book!
The good/​bad thing about his appointments depending on how you look at it is that they only take 15 — 20 minutes at the most. It’s great if you live/​work in the area because it doesn’t take a lot of time out of your day.
He is now helping me rehab a shoulder injury that I have had for many years. Obviously, I would recommend Dr. Piretti if you have any type of sports related injury since that is the main reason that I come to him.