A PX Docs neuro-focused office dedicated to helping families in Maine thrive. ๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ข๐ฃ๐. ๐๐ก๐ฆ๐ช๐๐ฅ๐ฆ. ๐๐๐๐ฃ.
Pine Coast Chiropractic was founded in 2019 by Dr. Stacey Cantrell and Dr. Michael Hurley. While so much of traditional health care can feel cold, sterile, and impersonal for patients โ that is not the case at Pine Coast! We have specialized training in pediatrics, prenatal, and family care โ and our office is designed with each child and family in mind. Youโll immediately be greeted with a warm smile, lots of excitement, and a big hello by our incredible Care Advocate team at the front desk! From there, when you meet with one of our doctors, get ready for a personal and patient-centered approach. Dr. Stacey and Dr. Mike take the time to really listen to your concerns, take a thorough case history, and work together with you to set some truly incredible goals for your child and family!
03/16/2026
๐ฌ Comment โSCANโ to learn more about our Neurological INSiGHT Scans!
Ready to schedule? Give us a call at 207-805-1350. Our team cannot wait to help you!๐ซถ
Letโs support you + your baby from the inside out!
03/13/2026
When youโve just been adjusted, yourโe feeling fine AND youโre on brand with Pine Coast, you know itโs going to be a good weekend! ๐ฒ๐
Have a great weekend, everyone!
03/12/2026
Mold isnโt as rare as we might think, and it isnโt always obvious that there's home exposure.
It can grow behind walls, under floors, or anywhere moisture lingers. And while many people think of mold as โjust an allergy issue,โ for some kids, it acts as a constant stressor on the nervous system.
That matters because a nervous system under stress canโt regulate or heal well.
Here are a few things parents often notice:
โ Symptoms that donโt fully resolve with care
โ Kids who seem stuck in fight-or-flight
โ Sleep, immunity, or behavior struggles that donโt make sense
And the biggest clue: things improve when you're away from home
When mold exposure is removed and moisture issues are fixed, families often see meaningful progress because the nervous system is no longer fighting a hidden stressor 24/7.
Sometimes healing stalls not because care isnโt working, but because something in the environment is still in the way.
Wondering if mold could be part of your childโs picture?
You washed bottles. You pumped. You cleaned the toys up 1,000,000 times.
You held tiny bodies through naps that wouldnโt stick.
You rocked. You swayed. You soothed nervous systems that just needed safety.
You changed diapers.
You wiped spills.
You tried to eat while standing at the counter.
You tried to rest, even if rest didnโt come.
You showed up for adjustments.
You cared for your familyโs nervous systems.
You felt joy.
You felt guilt.
And at the end of the day, with a tired body and a full heart,
You quietly thought,
โI didnโt get much done.โ
But you did.
You did the work that doesnโt show up on a to-do list but matters more than anything else. ๐
03/10/2026
With Dr. Mike being out soon for a bit, we thought Dr. Stacey could use a little help. ๐
03/09/2026
Mast cell activation syndrome is a diagnosis that is on the rise. โฌ๏ธ
So let's get to the root of it all and help the body find calm again!
Visit the link below or comment "MCAS" to learn more! ๐
โHis first scans made me cry because of how stressed out his system was."
โI wish someone had told me this soonerโฆโ ๐
โMy doctor never mentioned behavior changes as a possible side effect.โ
If youโre a parent of a child struggling with constipation, chances are youโve heard of MiraLAX.
What many parents arenโt told is that:
๐ฉ MiraLAX has been associated with concerning side effects reported by families
๐ฉ It is ๐ง๐จ๐ญ ๐ ๐๐-๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐๐ง ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐๐ซ ๐๐
๐ฉ Yet itโs still commonly suggested as a first-line solution for constipation
That leaves a lot of parents asking the same question:
Is there something deeper going on?
Hereโs an important piece most conversations miss. ๐
Digestion and motility are controlled by the Autonomic Nervous System. When that system is under stress or out of balance, the gut often struggles first. Constipation can be one of the earliest signs.
The vagus nerve and parasympathetic โrest and digestโ system play a major role in healthy digestion. When that communication is overstressed or disrupted, the body may struggle to move things along naturally, and kids can remain stuck in a stress response.
Thatโs why many families notice behavior changes alongside gut issues.
If youโre looking for:
โ๏ธ Drug-free answers
โ๏ธ A deeper understanding of why constipation keeps happening
โ๏ธ Support that looks at the whole child, not just the symptom
We break it all down in the article linked below! ๐
Because parents deserve full information, and kids deserve care that addresses the root cause. ๐ซถ
To schedule your neurological scans, shoot us a DM or give us a call at 207-805-1350! ๐คฉ
03/03/2026
Stories like this mean the world to us. A community based on feeling seen and heard and delivering Hope, Answers and Help. Everyone deserves that type of healthcare and we do our best everyday to exceed expectations and treat you like family. We welcome you to Pine Coast Chiropractic. ๐
03/02/2026
Todayโs the big day!! Six years of Pine Coast Chiropractic and we couldnโt have done it without you!!
We canโt wait to celebrate with you all! So, come on down, get adjusted and enjoy some yummy treats from Belleville - Portland, Maine, Bam Bam Bakery and Milk Bar!
Cheers to all of you that make Pine Coast so darn special! We love you!! ๐ฒ๐
02/27/2026
Youโre doing everything rightโฆ and your child is still getting sick.
Youโve tried the vitamins.
The probiotics.
The elderberry.
The humidifier, the clean eating, the โimmune boosters.โ
And yet here you are again โ another cold, another infection, another week of missed school, sleepless nights, and worrying if this is just how itโs going to be.
โEvery winter, parents are told itโs โjust more germs.โ โ
But that explanation doesnโt hold up when your child never fully recovers.
โข Why some kids canโt โbounce backโ
โข Why immune support alone isnโt enough
โข And how the nervous system is often the missing piece to real healing ๐๐ป
If youโre tired of chasing symptoms and ready for answers that actually make sense, this FREE live webinar is for you.
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Healthy Families, Empowered Pregnancies & Connected Kids. Our vision is to be a family practice unlike any other in the Greater Portland area. A place where you feel seen & heard & are inspired to be an active participant in your health. Happy, healthy families create happy, healthy communities!
Pine Coast Chiropractic was founded in 2019 by Dr. Stacey Cantrell and Dr. Michael Hurley.
Dr. Stacey is one of six chiropractors in Maine certified in pregnancy and pediatric chiropractic. In addition, she holds a certification in the Webster Technique and has been practicing in the Greater Portland area since 2005. Dr. Staceyโs combination of humor, warmth and clinical skill and expertise have caused young and old alike to seek out her care for over 14 years.
Dr. Mike is one of two chiropractors in Maine certified in upper cervical chiropractic and has been practicing in the greater Portland area since 2002. In addition to providing overall wellness care for families, he is specially trained in upper cervical care. Dr. Mikeโs approach to chiropractic aims to uniquely adjust the area of the spine in need and provide a gentle, safe and effective approach to renewed health and pain relief.
Providing a safe space for healing, fostering a sense of community and results-driven care are the three driving principles behind Pine Coast Chiropractic. It is important to us that all feel welcome here and we do our best to help you achieve the results you are seeking.
Whether you have a specific concern and are in a lot of pain or whether you are here to improve and maintain your overall health, we have got you covered. At Pine Coast, we understand that your main priority is to feel and function better and we work with you as a team to get you back on track and enjoying your life as soon as possible. In addition to serving families, we invite all walks of life to enhance their overall health and well-being with us!
For anyone that comes to our practice, wherever you are on your journey, it is an honor to be a part of your story.