Centegra Health System will soon open a Back and Spine Center in the Centegra Health Center in Huntley, Ill., according to a report in The Northwest Herald.

Situated inside Centegra's Immediate Care floor, the back and spine center, set to officially open May 2, will use noninvasive techniques such as physiatry, physical therapy, chiropractic care, diagnostic medical imaging, pain management, neurology services and behavioral health services to treat spine-related medical issues.

Centegra Health System is based in McHenry, Ill.

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