Chiropractor in Kentwood, MI — The Wellness Way Grand Rapids
If you have been searching for a chiropractor in Kentwood, Michigan, you are already in the right place. The Wellness Way Grand Rapids is located at 3682 29th St SE, Suite A in Kentwood — not just "near" Kentwood, but physically inside the city.
Dr. Gates Maier offers conservative, individualized chiropractic and whole-body wellness care for individuals and families throughout Kentwood and the greater Grand Rapids area.
This page is designed to give you a clear picture of who we are, what care looks like here, and whether our approach is a good fit for what you are looking for.
Located in Kentwood, Serving West Michigan
The Wellness Way Grand Rapids sits on 29th Street SE in Kentwood, just south of the Grand Rapids city line. It is a convenient location for patients coming from Kentwood, Wyoming, Grandville, and the surrounding communities, as well as those coming from Grand Rapids itself.
The office has been serving individuals and families in this area since 2021. In that time, Dr. Gates has worked with approximately 2,000 patients across a range of chiropractic and whole-body wellness needs.
Address: 3682 29th St SE, Suite A, Kentwood, MI 49512
Phone: (616) 734-6498
Hours: Monday and Wednesday 9am–12pm and 2–6pm, Tuesday and Thursday 1–6pm, Friday 9am–1pm
Who Is Dr. Gates Maier?
Dr. Gates Maier is a Doctor of Chiropractic and the founder of The Wellness Way Grand Rapids. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a focus in Exercise Science from Indiana University and completed his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 2020.
During his final year at Palmer, he completed a clinical externship at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center, working alongside a multidisciplinary care team serving veterans.
Dr. Gates grew up in Indianapolis and came to chiropractic personally — significant lower back pain from sports injuries during his undergraduate years led him to a chiropractor for the first time, and that experience changed the direction of his career. He opened The Wellness Way Grand Rapids in Kentwood in 2021.
His approach to care is conservative and patient-first. He takes the time to listen, explains what he is finding in plain language, and makes recommendations based on each individual's needs and goals. There are no long-term contracts and no pressure to commit to a care plan before you are ready.
What Care Looks Like at Our Kentwood Office
Chiropractic Care for the Spine and Extremity Joints
Chiropractic care at The Wellness Way Grand Rapids focuses on identifying and addressing areas of physical stress and joint restriction that may be affecting how your body moves and functions. Care is not limited to the spine — Dr. Gates regularly evaluates and adjusts extremity joints including the shoulders, knees, hips, ankles, wrists, and elbows as part of a thorough whole-body approach.
This is particularly relevant for active individuals and athletes, who often deal with joint issues that extend well beyond the back and neck. Learn more about extremity adjusting here.
Care for Individuals and Families at Every Stage of Life
The Wellness Way Grand Rapids works with adults, children, and families. Care is individualized based on where you are in life and what you are dealing with, whether that is managing everyday physical stress, supporting an active lifestyle, navigating pregnancy, or looking for a long-term wellness partner for the whole family.
Women considering chiropractic care during or after pregnancy are a consistent part of the practice. Dr. Gates offers gentle, individualized prenatal and postpartum chiropractic support with adjustments adapted at every stage.
Whole-Body Wellness Support
In addition to chiropractic care, The Wellness Way Grand Rapids offers whole-body wellness support for patients dealing with concerns related to gut health, hormonal balance, thyroid function, immune health, and healthy weight management.
These services look at how physical, chemical, and emotional stress may be influencing how the body functions overall, rather than addressing symptoms in isolation.
You can explore the full range of services and common conditions we work with on the site.
A Cash-Based Practice With Transparent Pricing
The Wellness Way Grand Rapids is a cash-based practice. We do not bill insurance directly. That is a deliberate choice — it allows us to keep pricing straightforward, communicate clearly about costs from the start, and focus our time on care rather than claim processing.
Pricing is publicly available before you schedule. There are no surprise fees, no long-term contracts, and no pressure to commit to anything before you have had a chance to see how your body responds to care.
Here Is What Our Patients Are Saying
"Dr. Gates is Great"
Myself and husband love the wellness way and their values. Dr. Gates is great and answers all of your questions.
He’s very informative and makes me feel seen and heard. Lauren does great at her job and is very friendly.
We would definitely recommend The Wellness Way for wellness needs and chiropractic needs!
- Reanna G.
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"Delivers Amazing Results"
I can’t say enough good things about The Wellness Way! From the moment I walked in, the staff was welcoming, professional, and genuinely caring. The office is clean, comfortable, and has a calming atmosphere that immediately puts you at ease.
DR. Gates took the time to really listen to my concerns, explain what was going on with my back, and put together a personalized treatment plan. After just a few visits, I started noticing a huge difference—not just in my pain levels, but also in my posture and overall mobility.
What really sets this place apart is the attention to detail and the way they treat you like family. They never rush through appointments, and you can tell they’re truly committed to helping their patients feel better and stay healthy long-term.
If you’re looking for a chiropractor who genuinely cares and delivers amazing results, I highly recommend The Wellness Way. They’ve made a huge difference in my life, and I’m so grateful I found them!
- G.T. B.
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"Life Changing"
Wellness way had been life changing for me! Dr. Gates helped me find the causes of all of my issues that drs could not figure out for years.
I am and will continue to be a patient here! If your dealing with health issues or need an amazing chiropractor with an amazing team! This is your place!
- Reanna G.
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"Unmatched Care"
Kind, knowledgeable, professional were words that immediately came to mind after the first meeting with Dr. Gates a year and a half ago.
I came to Wellness Way as a last ditch effort after 6 years of infertility and here I am today with my 4 month old.
The health philosophy of The Wellness Way as a whole just makes sense and the way that Dr.Gates applies those practices is personalized and targeted to each patient's needs.
Now my husband, myself and baby all visit for regular chiropractic care as well. Dr. Gates, Lauren and Christina all welcome you in and make you feel like good friends every time you walk in the door - a truly unmatched care experience!
- Emily B.
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"Absolutely Magical"
They’re absolutely magical. Idk what their secret is but it’s MAGIC. Today was day 9 of a migraine stint that has ebbed and flowed. I called them up and ask if they could fit me in today. It’s an hour later after the appointment and they took it from a level 8/9 down to a 0/1 (it went from the puking, fighting to function level down to a “good to go and owning my day” level). Amazing. And this isn’t the first time they’ve cured or mitigated a migraine for me on the spot. I’m kicking myself for waiting 9 days to reach out for help.
I originally called Dr. Gates a couple months ago with severe neck pain. I had tried the ER where they laughed at me when I was in blatant tears and pain, they did nothing but stick me with a bill. I didn’t know where to go. I have a pretty high threshold for pain tolerance and the fact that I couldn’t move or breathe without pain and crying was concerning to my family. I reached out to The Wellness Way and they quickly squeezed me into their schedule. He did some x-rays, did his magic with adjustments and a muscle oil, and I walked out feeling like a new person. We set me up on a plan and over the next month or so, I saw a drastic improvement. I couldn’t believe it. I STILL have trouble believing it.
I’m beyond impressed. Lauren brings the charm when you walk in the door (gotta give her a shout out too!). Great atmosphere and energy. They’re miracle workers here. I can’t sing enough good praises.
- Tiffany G
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