People Who Genuinely
Care About Your Health
Meet the team behind St. Charles Pain & Wellness Center — dedicated
to helping you move better, feel better, and live fully since 2010.
Rooted in St. Charles, Focused on You
St. Charles Pain & Wellness Center was founded in 2010 by Dr. Jacob Hertz and his wife with a single purpose: to bring compassionate, results-driven chiropractic care to the St. Charles community.
What started as a dream to help people live without pain has grown into a practice that has cared for tens of thousands of patients — from newborns just days old to seniors in their 80s. We've been privileged to walk alongside our patients through recovery, maintenance, and total wellness.
Opened in St. Charles, IL in 2010
Tens of thousands of patients served
Patients from newborns to seniors, age 80+
Drug-free, non-surgical approach to care
Deeply involved in the local community
The People Behind Your Care
Meet Our Team
Experienced, compassionate, and genuinely invested in
your wellbeing — every single visit.
Dr. Jacob Hertz
Dr. Hertz earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic, graduating Cum Laude from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2007. He began his career in Peoria, IL in a busy family practice before opening St. Charles Pain and Wellness Center in 2010 with his wife.
Over the years, Dr. Hertz has cared for tens of thousands of patients — from newborns just days old to seniors in their 80s. He uses a variety of gentle, safe chiropractic techniques tailored to each patient, with the goal of delivering fast, effective, and lasting results.
Deeply rooted in St. Charles, Dr. Hertz volunteers at his church, supports River Valley Christian School, and actively participates in local community events. Outside the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their four children.
Melissa Ishman
Hello! My name is Melissa Ishman, and I serve as the Chiropractic Assistant and Office Manager at St. Charles Pain and Wellness Center. I’m a devoted wife and proud mother of one daughter.
With over 20 years of experience in the chiropractic field, I’ve had the privilege of helping patients in both Texas and Illinois. Outside of work, you’ll often find me cheering on my daughter at her sporting events.
Ann Sixt
Hello! My name is Ann Sixt, and I am a Chiropractic Assistant here at St. Charles Pain and Wellness Center. I have worked as a part time Reading Teacher in a local school district since moving to Illinois in 2006, and in the last year began working here in the afternoon three days a week. I enjoy working with the patients and seeing their improvement. It is so nice to be part of a team that clearly cares about their patients.
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New patients are always welcome. Call us or book your first appointment online today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr. Jacob Hertz?
Dr. Jacob Hertz earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic, graduating Cum Laude from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2007. He began his career in Peoria, Illinois in a busy family practice before opening St. Charles Pain and Wellness Center in 2010 with his wife. He has cared for tens of thousands of patients and uses a variety of gentle, safe chiropractic techniques tailored to each patient, with the goal of delivering fast, effective, and lasting results.
How long has St. Charles Pain and Wellness Center been open?
The practice was founded in 2010 by Dr. Jacob Hertz and his wife with a single purpose: to bring compassionate, results driven chiropractic care to the St. Charles community. It has cared for tens of thousands of patients since opening and takes a drug free, non surgical approach to care.
Who will I see besides the chiropractor?
Melissa Ishman serves as Office Manager and Chiropractic Assistant and brings over 20 years of experience in the chiropractic field, having helped patients in both Texas and Illinois. Ann Sixt is a Chiropractic Assistant who works in the office three afternoons a week.
Do you treat children and older adults?
Yes. We care for patients from newborns just days old to seniors in their 80s. Dr. Hertz uses a variety of gentle, safe chiropractic techniques tailored to each patient, including low force options appropriate for children and elderly patients.
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