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  • Chiropractor, Pediatric Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Accepting new patients
  • 46 years of experience
  • Waterfront Chiropractic 205 Commercial St, Boston, MA 02109
  • (617) 286-5037

Brief Intro

Dr. JEFFREY I. KENNIS, DC is a BOARD CERTIFIED CHIROPRACTOR

BOSTON CHIROPRACTOR

Dr. Jeffrey Kennis brings over 30 years of practice experience and knowledge as a chiropractor in Boston at the same North End office location to each patient encounter. Thorough consultation and examination begins the process. Individualized attention and treatment is always provided. Advanced imaging or medical referral may be recommended if needed. Massachusettes General Hospital Outpatient priveleges for Radiology services.

New treatment technologies such as SPINAL DECOMPRESSION THERAPY for disc herniation and degenerative discs & joints and COLD LASER THERAPY for pain, inflammation and to accelerate healing, may be used.

After completing a pre-med program at the State University of New York , Dr. Jeffrey Kennis graduated Summa Cum Laude from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 1979. After a brief time practicing in N.Y., Dr. Kennis relocated to Boston's North End and has continually maintained his practice since 1980. Dr. Kennis has recently completed a post-graduate program to become a Board Certified Sports Physician . Dr. Kennis was featured in the online journal of the North End Patch. Copy this to read the article: http://northend.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/focusing-on-where-the-lifeline-exists.

Dr. Kennis completed a sports medicine rotation in August 2014 at the US OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER in Colorado Springs, CO.  During his time there, he worked with staff athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other physicians treating Olympic athletes from all sports.

WATERFRONT CHIROPRACTIC

Our practice in Boston's North End/ Waterfront specializes in treating a variety of conditions, from chronic low back and neck pain to rehabilitation following an accident or injury. We can also provide information about improving your diet, creating a healthier workplace, and increasing the overall quality of your health. Weight Management and Nutritional therapies are also available.

At Waterfront Chiropractic we recognize that your choice of physician is driven both by the doctor's competency and personality. With chiropractic problems, you need a chiropractor who is experienced, understanding and supportive. You get this caring attitude from all the staff at Waterfront Chiropractic every day. Our staff works together as a team to be sure we are responsive to your needs and keep you informed about your health issues. We look forward to getting to know you. Dr. Kennis has continually been a practicing chiropractor on Boston's Waterfront/North End for thirty years!

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

US OLYMPIC TRAINING CENTER in Colorado Springs, CO - 2014

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Palmer Chiropractic, Davenport IA - 1979

UNIVERSITY

State University of New York

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Waterfront Chiropractic
  • 205 Commercial St, Boston, MA 02109
  • Mon:8:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Tue:8:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Wed:8:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Thu:Closed
    Fri:8:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Chiropractor
  • Sports Medicine
  • Pediatric Sports Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Conditions Addressed

  • Back and Neck Pain
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Chronic Pain
  • Whiplash
  • Disc Disorders
  • Discogenic Back Pain
  • Disc Herniations -Cervical, thoracic and lumbar
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Headaches
  • Inflammation - Acute and chronic
  • Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
  • Joint Arthritis
  • Joint Disease
  • Joint Pain
  • Lumbar and Cervical Radiculopathy
  • Lumbar / Lumbosacral Facet Arthritis
  • Lumbar Disc Herniation
  • Lumbar spine disorders
  • Muscle Pain
  • Muscle Spasms
  • Musculoskeletal / Myofascial Pain
  • Musculoskeletal Pain
  • Nerve Compression
  • Nerve Entrapment
  • Neuropathic Pain
  • Work-related Injury
  • Work-Related Shoulder and Knee Injuries
  • Workplace Injury Pain
  • Kyphosis
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Procedures Performed

  • Activator Method
  • Chiropractic Treatment
  • Chiropractic Adjustment
  • Chronic Pain Program
  • Laser Therapy
  • Musculosketal Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Non-Surgical Spine Treatment
  • Sacral Occipital Technique
  • Spinal Decompression
  • Sports Injury Management
  • Chiropractic Manipulative Treatment
  • Diversified Technique
  • Thompson Technique
  • Spinal Cord Decompression
  • Electrical Stimulation
  • Kinesiology Tape
  • Chiropractic Care
  • Massage Therapy
  • Work and Auto related injury evaluations
  • Ultrasound
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Cancer 19
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 13
  • Orthopedics 35
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 20
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 32
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 41
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 25
  • Children's Hospital 8
  • Urology 35
  • Psychiatry 47
  • Geriatrics 33
  • Rehabilitation 11
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 6
  • Ophthalmology 2
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 6
  • Rheumatology 2
  • Long Term Care 7
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 15