Dr. Cynthia Hornback Founder and Clinic Director

Dr. Cynthia Hornback, founder, clinic director, and chiropractic physician at Hornback Chiropractic & Wellness, leading a team of five doctors across Southwest Florida.

About Cynthia

Founder and Clinic Director

Dr. Cynthia Hornback founded Hornback Chiropractic and Wellness, P.A. on November 4, 2002. She is passionate about helping her patients achieve their health goals since HCW’s doors opened in Lakewood Ranch. Dr. Hornback specializes in Diversified, Cox Flexion-Distraction, Kennedy Decompression Technique and Activator Methods adjusting techniques and is certified in Acupuncture.

Dr. Hornback completed over 5,300 academic hours all while achieving Dean’s List and graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic in April 2001. She received numerous awards related to her clinical studies and clinical practice while attending Logan College. Dr. Hornback has been board certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and Florida Department of Chiropractic Examiners.

A native of Missouri, Dr. Hornback graduated from Sikeston Senior High School. Dr. Hornback received her Bachelor of Science in Biology, from Southeast Missouri State University. She married her high school sweetheart, Charles, in 2000. Since then they have been blessed with their daughter Estella in 2005 and son Hayden in 2007. They enjoy boating, traveling and having family movie nights.

She also enjoys sharing her experience and passion for the chiropractic profession as adjunct faculty for Palmer College of Chiropractic, Logan University, Life PEAK program, National University of Health Sciences and Parker University. Through such programs, she is able to host senior chiropractic students in her offices to teach them the skills they will need to successfully treat many conditions and educate patients in private practice.

Many of these students have become associates with Dr. Hornback as she continues to expand locations to help fulfill her purpose of sharing the gift of the chiropractic wellness population as possible reducing use of drugs and surgeries in our community and beyond.

*** Currently not accepting new patients

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Acupuncture

Certified acupuncture from licensed practitioners, supporting pain management and overall wellness.

Auto Injury Treatment

Florida PIP coordination for car accident injuries seek care within 14 days to preserve your benefits.

Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

Gentle techniques to relieve discomfort, support pelvic alignment, and prepare the body for birth.

Chiropractic
for Kids

Gentle, age-appropriate care for infants through adolescents, supporting healthy development.

Sciatica Treatment

Targeted relief for sciatic nerve pain radiating through the lower back, hip, and leg.

Softwave

Regenerative, non-pharmacological shockwave technology that reduces inflammation and promotes healing.

Spinal Decompression

Non-surgical, traction-based treatment for herniated and bulging discs in the neck and low back.

Sports Injury Treatment

Care for athletes of every level recovering from injury, managing strain, or improving performance.

Jessica H.

★★★★★
Patient · Lakewood Ranch
"I have had back pain ever since I can remember thanks to Dr. Cindy I am finally comfortable again."

Verified Patient

★★★★★
Google Review · 5 Stars
"Dr. Hornback and her team truly care about their patients. I have been coming here for years and would not go anywhere else."

Michael T.

★★★★★
Patient · Lakewood Ranch
"After my car accident I did not know where to turn. They got me in the same week, handled all the paperwork, and I am back to working out."

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