South Portland : Back On Track Chiropractic
Sara Littlefield, DC
Being Thrown From A Horse Lead Me To Chiropractic
Sara first began her path in healthcare while in college when she discovered a love of science, graduating from Simmons College with a B.S. in biology in 1993, and subsequently worked in the biomedical field as a laboratory technician. While trying to figure out what to pursue in graduate school (it was down to either a MBA or landscape architecture) fate intervened in the form of an injury. At age 25, Sara was thrown from a horse. A big, giant horse.
Although she thought she was ok at first, Sara soon realized she had a traumatic back injury (compression fracture of T12 and L1) along with it, months of traditional rehabilitation. This is what led her to chiropractic.
Her first adjustment was very memorable, especially since she had no idea what was going to happen and heard a wide array of opinions about chiropractors, ranging from "that crazy chiropractor screwed up my back" all the way to "my chiropractor miraculously healed me!" Progress was slow at first -- as with many types of body work -- but steady. She was determined to heal, did everything her chiropractor suggested, and soon was on the road to recovery...as well as a life-changing career as a chiropractor herself.
Chiropractic Helped Me Avoid Back Surgery
After completing her doctorate degree in 2002 at Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, S.C., Sara began her career as an associate chiropractor in Monroe, Wash. The combination of working long hours was enough to cause a relapse with her back, the pain so great this time that she had to rely on a cane for more than three months just to walk. The prognosis from her physician wasn't reassuring -- his advice was to undergo back surgery and take pain medication, despite her young age and that she was physically fit and active. Having experienced wrist surgery with little success, Sara resisted this option and began to research alternatives. Again, she recovered with chiropractic, the addition of massage therapy and Rolfing (a type of massage).
Returning to My Hometown Roots
After the birth of her second son, the pull of home and family brought her back to her home state of Maine, where she associated at Farrar Chiropractic in Standish, as well as Mall Road Chiropractic in South Portland. In 2009, she opened her own practice, Back On Track Chiropractic, and soon her sister Andrea, a massage therapist, joined her.
Living the Chiropractic Lifestyle
Sara is committed to living a healthy lifestyle, as it is essential to her own physical capabilities and wellness. She believes there is a balance between alternative therapies and conventional medicine that should be accessible to all, which is what guides Back On Track's philosophy and mission.
Training and Chiropractic Techniques
Sara works with all age groups, from infants to the elderly and takes as much time as necessary to achieve desired results with her clients. She practices hands-on chiropractic and uses techniques such as Gonstead, Diversified, and Activator. Sara is currently pursuing additional training in restorative endocrinology and nutritional therapy, among other alternative treatment options. She is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and has been licensed in Maine since 2003.
Family Life
Sara currently resides in Gorham with her two sons, Patrick and Gibson. In her free time, she likes to spend time outside with her boys and the family pets. She also enjoys challenging home improvement projects, especially since her house dates back to the early 1800s.
Andrea Littlefield Robinson, Licensed Massage Therapist
With a strong family resemblance, it is obvious that Andrea is Sara's sister...clients regularly mistake them for one another, especially on the phone! She also graduated from Simmons College, with a B.A. in communications, and worked in healthcare public relations for several years.
Interest in Health and Encouragement of Family Lead Me To Become A Massage Therapist
Always interested in health, her first experience with massage was at an adult ed class. With the encouragement of Sara, who influenced the health of the entire family, Andrea decided to attend massage school. There, she personally learned how much massage helped ease her own anxiety and depression, along with reconnecting her mind to her body. She graduated from Polarity Realization's Institute's Swedish & deep tissue massage program in 2003.
Educating Patients About Massage Therapy
Andrea loves working with patients of all ages, especially those new to massage therapy, and believes that it is an integral part of health and wellness. As a reformed "type A" personality, she understands firsthand how transformational bodywork can be in reducing pain and stress, while increasing overall happiness. She is confident that every client will feel better after receiving a massage.
Training and Healthy Living
She is a member of the American Massage Council, and continues to pursue additional training in massage and alternative healthcare. Along with regular exercise and getting adjusted biweekly, Andrea visits her own massage therapist at least once a month to reduce work-related hand and arm pain.
Family Life
Andrea lives in Newry with her husband, Josh, a pug and a cat. In her free-time, she enjoys going to spas with her sisters (yes, there's another one), cooking, and has recently taken up skiing as a hobby.
Brianna Grant Rothman, Licensed Esthetician
Personal Struggle With Acne Lead to Career in Skin Care
Brianna Grant Rothman is a graduate of Spa Tech Institute and a Maine state licensed esthetician. Her passion for skin care and beauty started early in her life because of her own struggles with acne.
Help For Acne, Sun Damage and Effective Anti-Aging Treatments
She finds assessing clients' skin conditions to be both a challenge, as well as a reward. Because of her ongoing education and desire to help her clients feel good about themselves, Brianna has been successful with many different types of problematic skin, from acne to sun damage to effective anti-aging treatments.
Not only will you feel good about your skin while she works on you, but she will always set you up with the right tools to take care of your skin while at home. If you are looking for a relaxing treatment or to address a more serious skin concern, Brianna is here to help.
She is a member of Hands On Therapist Association.
Family Life
Brianna lives in Cumberland with her husband, Matt. In her spare time, she is also a freelance makeup artist, who specializes in wedding makeup (www.briannarothmanmakeup.com) and likes to spend time with her family and her 9-year-old Greyhound/Husky mix, Schaeffer.
Amanda O'Connor, Licensed Massage Therapist
Amanda was born and raised in Maine. She is a Georgia State University graduate, magna cum laude, with a B.S. in Psychology and Women's Studies.
Colleague Inspired Me To Study Massage
Her first career was as a licensed social worker helping people with traumatic brain injuries, physical disabilities, and mental illness. There, a colleague inspired her to study massage, so after seven years with a non-profit organization, she transitioned to begin healing in a different capacity. She graduated from the Polarity Realization Institute's Swedish massage & polarity program in 2003.
Specializing In Deep Tissue and Work/Sports Injury
Ever grateful to work with such amazing people, she feels truly blessed to be a massage therapist. Her extensive training focuses on deep tissue and work/sports injury treatment. She is also partial to pregnancy massage and polarity energy work using stones and crystals.
Associations and Hobbies
Amanda is a member of the American Massage Council, and a resident of Portland. She enjoys travel, exploring nature, meditating, and gardening.
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