The Joint

Was a member at the Joint for several months with my husband and even my high school aged son. Dr. Hartman was good at basic care, but he definitely had a «Standard» procedure he went through with all of us. Nothing individualized, which is what we really needed.
They did offer a really affordable add-​on program for our son, who was playing high school football, and he did benefit from it, but as my husband and I used the service, it became clear it wasn’t fully addressing our needs.
I went to quit, but got put on a «Hold» status and basically forgot about it — got a call a week ago that the «hold was coming off» and we would be reinstated, but by that time, we had found a terrific chiropractor we were seeing, with a more individualized, full-​service practice. I asked to cancel the memberships for both of us, and was told that I should have let them know 30 days in advance (the renewal date was 4 days away, according to the office manager). Ended up paying $ 108 for another month’s membership. If you’re looking for a basic adjustment on a regular basis, then this place is fine. But be sure to quit the membership when you decide to leave — don’t let them talk you in to a «hold», unless you mark your calendar 30 days in advance to remind yourself to cancel, or you’ll be stuck, like us.

In short, I highly recommend Dr. Hartman to anyone looking for a great chiropractic doctor. He had worked with professional athletes before coming to this area. He cares about and educate his patients so that one can improve postures and do stretch and other exercises at home in order to maintain better health on an ongoing basis. «The Joint» is a franchise clinic model that offers affordable treatments (I liked the pre-​paid package plan, which is flexible as I can visit him if/​when I need treatments). The visits can be to any The Joint clinic, but I myself would only go to this specific clinic as I am going to see Dr. Hartman.
For those interested, the following is my specific situation that led me to meet and get help from Dr. Hartman:
I never had a chiropractic treatment (was a bit afraid of it) before. About two months ago, something hit the middle of my back hard. Afterwards, my left rib (side and front) had severe pain. I assume that I somehow hurt the rib (maybe a hairline fracture?) and tried to heal over time, knowing that allopathic doctors can’t do much about that except for giving you a brace to wear. After three weeks, it got better but a mild chronic pain stayed. One day, I leaned to reach something and the right side had the same sharp pain that was going through the same path as the left side. At this point, I became very fearful that my bones may be so brittle that it fractured without even having hit. I found Dr. Hartman’s reviews on Unilocal and called the office. He listened and said that it did not sound like rib fractures and I could come in for him to evaluate further. I went in and he was sure it was not fracture issue but spinal misalignment issue. I had one treatment, and the pain improved a lot. In addition, I was relieved of the fear, which was important for my healing process. I visited him four more times over the next month. He emphasized the importance of stretching exercises (recommending a book, «Stretching» by Bob Anderson) and taught me about a core exercise that can help with maintaining the corrected alignment. At this point, I no longer have the rib problem and am grateful to know that I can always visit Dr. Hartman if/​when I need chiropractic treatments.

Let me first say I love Dr Jeffery Hartman. I was in a major car accident when I was 8 years old and have seen may chiropractors through my years. I’m currently a personal trainer. And my job requires me to be very active. There are days where I’m in so much pain that I can’t move my neck. Dr Hartman is the only one who has adjusted me without hurting me and walking out of his office as if nothing ever happened to my back. He is safe. Comforting an very knowledgeable. I currently recommend all my clients to go see him. As some had taken my advice. They all love his work as much as I do.

This place is so great you can just pop right in and get a quick adjustment with hardly any wait. The doctors are friendly and helpful and always seem to have good advice on injuries, etc. and ofcourse it doesn’t hurt that they’re right next to Jack’s.

I have had back pain off and on for years. Been to many Chirpractors before which has made me hesitant to go again. A friend recommended Dr Hartman in Folsom. He is truly a needle in a haystack. He is gentle when adjusting you. Explains as he goes and teaches you preventative methods and treatments. I would recommend Dr Hartman to anyone who needs to be seen by a chiropractor.

I’ve had chronic back pain for about 18 years and neck pain for 10. It got to the point where I’ve been to chiropractors and physical therapy and had MRIs done. Nothing was ever found but we all know if you have back pain… well you have back pain. I was surprised at how affordable this place is and my manager had recommended it to me.
Dr. Hartman is a sports medicine guy and that really appealed to me since I workout all the time. He loves icing and it can be a pain in the ass but it really works. Unfortunately I don’t have an ice machine in my fridge, I went out and bought 6 ice trays and that’s ¼ of my freezer now cuz it actually works if you do it! He’s really quick and effective. I can say that after 2 months it’s prob the first time in 18 years my lower back pain is almost non existent! I still have neck tightness and pain but it’s definitely not close to how bad it was originally. I know that will take more time and work on my part. My only hope is this progress either is maintained or keeps improving. If you have tried everything and want back pain relief I recommend checking this place out AND implementing lifestyle changes (posture, icing, etc) and it will help!

Went in skeptical that chiropractic care was going to fix my 2 month long neck issue, but by the next day I realized Dr. Hartman had indeed fixed the problem! The process was quick and easy. My hubby has been going to another chiropractor in Folsom for 6 months paying much more and always having to schedule appts. Needless to say, we both will be regular patients of Dr. Hartman!
I can highly recommend The Joint to anyone and especially to all my friends!!!

I went in 5 times did everything right (ice, etc.). My pain and mobility was getting worse and worse. So I went to primary care, who sent me to the ER for a CT scan to rule out pulmonary embolism and we discovered that my problems are not going to be resolved through chiropractic. When I went to cancel my membership I anticipated a problem but the doctor was fantastic and was clearly more concerned about my health than anything else. I wish my problem was chiropractic, and HIGHLY recommend The Joint to anyone.

There are no words to express how much I appreciate Dr. Hartman. After months of daily, constant headaches, 2 visits to primary care and visits to 3 other specialists, Dr. Hartman was the only one to tell me that he wanted to help me get rid of my pain. After only 3 visits in 1 week, my headaches have reduced in intensity, duration, and frequency. Today is the first day in 3 months that I didn’t have to take pain medication! Thank you Dr. Hartman!

Awesome back pain relief and great customer service. I came in with heavy to moderate sciatica pain and left in much better shape from just one visit. Lid refer them to anyone.

Waited by the front door for 25 minutes while they are supposed to be open. The front desk girl hid inside the dark office and didn’t even open the door to let us in from the cold to start check-​in. It’s one thing if the doctor is running late for the day, but to hide from 3 patients outside is another. We got back in van and she came out, locked the door and was walking away. I rolled down window and asked when the doctor would be in. She shrugged and said «I don’t know», as she kept walking away. No apology or anything.

Dr. Hartman is fantastic! I was a regular at The Joint in Reno with Dr. Delacruz, and while I highly recommend him for everyone up that way, I cannot say enough positive things about Dr. Hartman. I’ve been to him twice thus far since moving and he’s given me so much relief when I’ve been stiff and needing my «tune up». From his experience and extensive clientele to the longevity in practicing Chiropractic, his success speaks for itself, and his adjustments are among the best I’ve ever had.
If you read my review on Reno’s, I am very big on having a gentle approach when it comes to my style of adjustments. I am typically very apprehensive when visiting new doctors as I’ve had unpleasant experiences in chiropractic in the past. Some are too much for me while others brought me little to no relief. I have had serious neck pain from past injuries and when those flare ups occur, they ruin my entire day and can last for weeks.
When I was still regularly going to (Reno)Dr. D and had been visiting Folsom, I desperately needed an adjustment and couldn’t wait another week until I went back. I was strictly going to mine in Reno not only because I had only trusted him and he knew my sensitive areas, but he was gentle how I like. Finally visiting Dr. Hartman gave me so much relief and an added bonus was using my membership there was at no extra cost. He quickly helped my aches and pains, and being the large guy that he is, and me being the petite gal that I am, he barely had to do much on me, yet it was so relieving.
I am so grateful for Dr. Hartman practicing in the Folsom area. Now I don’t have to live with pain and stiffness and can continue to use my membership since having left Reno.

The last chiropractor I went to was great, but visits were always such a process. I had to make an appointment, wait 15 minutes past that appointment, use a roller bed for ten minutes, sit in the room for ten minutes, and chat with the doc for ten minutes before any cracking actually began. That’s over 45 minutes for 2 minutes of adjustments!
The joint is quick and easy. No appointment, minimal chit-​chat. Get in and get out in under ten minutes. Now that’s what I’m talkin’ about!
They have a pretty good deal if you sign up with automatic renewals, which I’m always a little suspicious of, but after several months it’s been great. 4 visits a month for $ 50, when the last place was $ 25 each, and that was with an insurance discount.
Dr. Hartman’s great! Glad I found this place, because it’s saving me all kinds of time!

Great prices and service. Dr. Hartman is very personable and does hands on adjustments. His services have provided both my wife and I great comfort and relief.

Love love love! The receptionist/​assistant is just an angel, I love seeing her every week. If you go here make sure you ask for the guy doctor because he is fantastic and a big guy so he can really help you.

I haven’t been to this office but I know Dr. Hartman. He use to adjust my back in San Jose for 7 years and I have yet to find another good Chiropractor. I’m glad he’s still doing what he loves to do. HI Jeff! You will not be disappointed, Definitely if you have a sports injury, see Jeff. He was well known in the bay area for helping out some of the minor and major league players! And is an advocate outdoors guy too. Any back issues, he can work wonders!
I am doing back and forth to LA area and found The Joint 1 block from where we have a 2^nd home in Whittier. So I will be checking them out too. Hopefully Santa Cruz will open The Joint up sometime too. I’m stoked on how inexpensive the prices are at these places, especially since I’m use to paying $ 46-​$ 50 a visit. Cool, Glad I know where you are at. When I visit that area, I will look you up!

Quick, prices that can’t be beat and excellent, knowledgeable staff. We love this place! Dr. Hartman, you rock!!!

I’ve been going to a chiropractor for years, and when that office raised their prices to $ 50 PER VISIT I knew it was time to find somewhere new. And then The Joint opened in Folsom! Perfect timing!
Jeff Hartman is fantastic. Personable and gives great adjustments.
The front staff is awesome… knows my name before I check in.
And of course, very affordable. Can’t beat the membership prices for a chiropractic junkie like me!

Where to begin? I love this place on so many levels. First I came because it was so affordable. 4 visits for $ 49! I am use to paying about $ 30-​$ 40 per visit, so I figured I had nothing to loose. Then I get one of the best adjustments ever, followed by another one a few days later by another doctor. I have been going for a few months and am so impressed. Oh and I also forgot to mention how great the front office staff is, they are competent, friendly and knowledgable. You must try this place.

Hands down best chiropractic office I have been to! The staff knows your name and no waiting since I have been coming here. Definitely worth the membership considering most places charges u the same amount for just one visit! I’m so glad they came to Folsom!