Chiropractor in Lakewood Ranch, FL
Auto-injury and wellness chiropractic care for Lakewood Ranch families and commuters — a quick trip down I-75 to our south-Sarasota office.
Chiropractor serving Lakewood Ranch, FL
Trusted chiropractic care for Lakewood Ranch
About 24 minutes (17 miles) from our Sarasota office
From Waterside Place and Main Street to Nathan Benderson Park and the shops at University Town Center, Lakewood Ranch has become one of the region’s busiest hubs — and it’s about 17 miles northeast of our Sarasota office, an easy trip down I-75.
Between constant road construction and heavy interstate traffic, we see a lot of Lakewood Ranch patients recovering from whiplash, neck pain, and back pain after a crash — plus commuters and families dealing with the everyday strain of desk work and busy schedules. Every plan starts with a thorough exam and a clear explanation from Dr. Hornberger.
From gentle chiropractic adjustments to non-surgical spinal decompression and complete auto-accident care, Lakewood Ranch residents get our full range of care a short drive down I-75. We’d love to help you feel and move better.
Proudly serving: Lakewood Ranch Country Club, The Lake Club, Waterside, Del Webb, Esplanade, Star Farms, Greenbrook, Central Park.
Local, trusted care
Why Lakewood Ranch chooses Sarasota Auto Injury Clinic
Lakewood Ranch is one of the fastest-growing master-planned communities in the country, and all that growth means near-constant road construction. The long rebuild of State Road 70 with its new roundabouts, and the University Parkway widening, create active work zones that back up traffic and raise the risk of rear-end and merge collisions. Add a busy I-75 and the crash-prone nodes around the UTC mall and Cattlemen Road, and it's no surprise Lakewood Ranch sends us a steady stream of auto-injury patients.
The Ranch blends active retirees in communities like Del Webb and Esplanade with relocating families in Waterside, Star Farms, and Greenbrook — two groups that both benefit from chiropractic care, whether it's post-collision recovery or staying mobile and pain-free. Dr. Hornberger examines the root cause, explains the findings in plain English, and sets a specific, drug-free plan with a real finish line, while the team handles your PIP and insurance paperwork. From central Lakewood Ranch it's a straight run down I-75 to Exit 207 and west on Bee Ridge Road.
What we help with
Common reasons Lakewood Ranch patients come in
Whiplash from a crash
A rear-end hit in an I-75 or SR-70 work zone can cause whiplash that shows up days later. We treat and document it for your claim.
Learn more →Neck pain and stiffness
From a collision or a long commute down I-75 — gentle cervical care helps restore comfortable motion.
Learn more →Lower and mid-back pain
Impact, desk work, and daily driving all stress the back. We look for the underlying cause.
Learn more →Sciatica and radiating leg pain
Non-surgical, drug-free care for the sharp or burning leg pain that can follow a disc injury.
Learn more →Herniated and bulging discs
Spinal decompression offers a gentle, non-invasive option for disc-related pain.
Learn more →Work and repetitive-strain injuries
For desk-bound professionals and active families alike, we treat the overuse injuries that build up over time.
Learn more →Getting here
Directions from Lakewood Ranch to our Sarasota office
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From central Lakewood Ranch, take Lakewood Ranch Boulevard, University Parkway, or State Road 70 west to the I-75 interchange.
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Merge onto I-75 South and continue about 10 miles to Exit 207.
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Take Exit 207 and head west onto Bee Ridge Road.
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Follow Bee Ridge Road west about 3.5 miles, past Cattlemen Road and McIntosh Road, to Swift Road.
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Turn south (left) onto Swift Road; our office at 4001 Swift Rd, Suite 1 is just ahead.
Drive times are approximate. We're near Waterside Place, Lakewood Ranch Main Street, The Mall at University Town Center, Nathan Benderson Park, Premier Sports Campus, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. Free parking is available right outside the door.
Comprehensive care
Everything Lakewood Ranch patients can get at our clinic
A short drive from Lakewood Ranch gives you full access to every condition we treat and every service we offer.
Most requested by Lakewood Ranch patients
Conditions we treat
Services we offer
Chiropractic & Techniques
Decompression & Physiotherapy
Soft-Tissue & Manual
Specialty Care
Meet the doctor
Dr. Michael Hornberger, DC
Doctor of Chiropractic
Board-certified and focused on accident recovery, Dr. Hornberger builds a clear plan around your injuries and gets you moving again — while his team manages the PIP and insurance paperwork behind the scenes.
Dr. Michael Hornberger, DC reviews the information on this page for accuracy.
Lakewood Ranch chiropractic FAQs
How far is your office from Lakewood Ranch?+
About 17 miles, or roughly 24 minutes with no traffic. Most patients take I-75 south to Exit 207 (Bee Ridge Road), then head west about 3.5 miles to Swift Road.
Do you treat auto-accident patients from Lakewood Ranch?+
Yes — auto-injury care is our focus. With all the I-75 and SR-70 construction, we see plenty of Lakewood Ranch crash injuries, and our team handles the PIP and insurance paperwork.
How soon after a crash should I come in?+
As soon as you can. Florida's PIP coverage generally requires care within 14 days, and injuries like whiplash often surface days later, so early evaluation is important.
Do I need a referral to be seen?+
No. Florida is a direct-access state, so you can book with us directly. If your plan requires a referral, our front desk team will help you handle it.
Do you accept insurance and PIP?+
Yes. We accept most PIP and insurance plans. Share your coverage when you reach out and we'll verify your benefits before your first visit.
Is parking easy at your office?+
Yes — free, ground-level parking sits right in front of the building on Swift Road, an easy in-and-out after the drive down from Lakewood Ranch.
New Patients Welcome
Don't wait to get checked out
Even minor crashes can cause injuries that surface days later. Get evaluated today — same-day appointments available.
Most PIP & insurance accepted · Serving Sarasota & surrounding areas