Dr. Charleen Amato | Life4orce Chiropractic
175 Cambridge St. | Burlington, MA 01803 | (781) 221-2295

Life4orce Chiropractic
175 Cambridge St. | Burlington, MA 01803 | (781) 221-2295 | Email me at Life4orce4@comcast.net

Office Hours: (Acupuncture and massage hours vary so please call for an appointment.)
Monday: 10:30am - 1:30pm
Tuesday: 4pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday: 10:30am - 1:30pm
Thursday: 4pm - 7:30pm
 

Dr. Charleen Amato D.C.
Dr. Amato grew up in Billerica, MA and received her Bachelor's of Science in Biology from U-Mass Lowell. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Chiropractic at Life West Chiropractic College in San Lorenzo, California, where she also became an APEX certified Personal Trainer.

She treats all ages of patients from infants to geriatrics. Techniques used manual manipulation, divisified, gonstead, Thompson drop, activator, extremities, and sports chiropractic. Physical therapy is also performed if necessary. She specializes in pain management/reduction, improved posture, and increased flexibility. She helps incorporate diet, exercise, rest, decreased stress, and chiropractic all together.

Words from Dr. Amato:

"I became a chiropractor because I was suffering migraine headaches after a car accident. After 11 months of medication I was tired of suffering. I visited my neurologist and was offered more medication to mask the pain. I researched all types of treatment for migraines. There were many articles about chiropractic and massage. I decided to try chiropractic but wanted more information. I found a chiropractor speaking at the University of Lowell and I went to hear his speech. At the time I was a Biology major with a focus in Pre-Med. I also was working as an EKG Tech in the hospital. My opinion on Chiropractic was varied. After the doctor's presentation I went to his office and began treatment. Within a month I no longer had painful migraines.

I decided to become a chiropractor because I liked the philosophy of correction vs. masking. I also liked the fact that it was non-invasive. My favorite saying now is "headaches don't exist due to an aspirin shortage," they exist because there is a problem. I enjoy going to work everyday and helping my patients."
 

Stefanie Harrison, L.M.T.
Stefanie Harrison is a licensed massage Therapist. She was trained at Palmer Institute of Massage and Bodywork in Salem, Mass. She is trained in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy, and Chair massage. She also practices Reiki. She has been working as a massage Therapist for 5 years and has been with Life4orce for 3 years.
 

Christina Noonan, MAc, LicAc., DiplAc (NCCAOM)
Christina is a licensed acupuncturist with a Master of Acupuncture degree from the New England School of Acupuncture. She is licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine, is a Diplomat of Acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), certified by the Auricular Therapy Certification Institute, and has completed an extensive Integrated Oncology program from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan. Christina also is interested in acupuncture research and is a research staff member at the New England School of Acupuncture, working on a grant sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense, studying "the effectiveness of acupuncture in the treatment of Gulf War Illness."

Prior to entering the field of acupuncture, Christina worked as a public relations executive for nearly a decade. During this time, Christina started experiencing debilitating migraine headaches, and at the recommendation of her neurologist, she decided to try acupuncture for treatment. Within one month of acupuncture treatment, the migraines disappeared, and she was able to function 100%. Amazed by this powerful medicine, Christina became enthralled with the healing art of acupuncture and decided to change her life and help others by obtaining a master’s degree in acupuncture.

Christina practices both Japanese and traditional Chinese styles of acupuncture, including non-insertive acupuncture (Shakuju Therapy), which is a gentle and effective treatment modality for pediatric, needle-phobic and needle-sensitive patients.

As a general practitioner treating a myriad of conditions, Christina's clinical interests include migraine headaches, musculoskeletal injuries (low back pain, sciatica, neck pain, knee pain, tennis elbow, and TMJ), asthma and allergies, women's health (treating conditions such as PMS, dysmenorrhea – painful periods, infertility, morning sickness, endometriosis, and menopausal symptoms), depression, and anxiety.

Christina brings compassion and dedication to her patients, working with them to achieve their personal health goals. She provides patients with a safe and relaxing environment, which is conducive to healing.

She looks forward to working with you!