Areas of Focus
Dr. Jana’s expertise is in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic. With a focus on these specialized areas, she combines her extensive chiropractic training with a deep commitment to ongoing education. Dr. Jana has dedicated herself to furthering her knowledge in pregnancy and pediatrics, engaging in comprehensive study and pursuing a pediatric certification through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. Her dedication to learning and staying up-to-date allows her to offer exceptional care and support to her patients, ensuring their well-being during these critical stages of life.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Prenatal Chiropractic
Postpartum Support
Nutritional Support
Cranial Work
Certifications
Digestive Health Professional
Webster Certified
Activator Methods
A Note from Dr. Jana
Dr. Jana Flora, a Saint Louis native, began her journey into healthcare following a severe knee injury in high school. The arduous recovery process led her to study chiropractic, as she was drawn to its capacity to facilitate natural healing and even prevent injury and illness. She completed her undergraduate studies at Southeast Missouri State University, where she received a Summa Cum Laude Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and a minor in Spanish. She then attended Logan College of Chiropractic for the doctorate program. There she obtained training in a variety of techniques renowned for their gentle, specific adjustments and abundant supportive research. She also focused considerably on the philosophy and science of wellness, on nutrition, and on functional movement rehabilitation, and wrote a research paper on psychoneuroimmunology. Furthermore, she invested in refining her Spanish communication skills and was even invited to be a part of the first team of chiropractors staffed by the Pan American Olympic Games held in Guadalajara, Mexico. She was awarded prestigious scholarships at both universities and was on the Dean’s List for the entire eight years of her college career.
Upon graduating Cum Laude in 2012, Dr. Jana moved to Cuenca, Ecuador, where she opened a successful chiropractic clinic, caring for newborn babies, geriatric patients, and everyone in between. While she cherished her time in South America and gained invaluable clinical expertise, her heart eventually brought her back to St. Louis. She is thrilled to apply her thorough education and diverse experiences to best help her patients towards their health goals.
In Dr. Jana’s first year of practice she developed a deep passion for caring for pregnant and pediatric patients, both from the enjoyment of treating them as well as from seeing the lifelong consequences of moms and children not receiving chiropractic care. As a result, she has relentlessly pursued opportunities to further her education in pregnancy and pediatrics, sifting through textbooks, attending seminars, and corresponding with mentors.
Dr. Jana has 3 beautiful children: Olivia, Myles and Abigail. In her free time she enjoys hiking, camping, rock climbing, sand volleyball, tennis, paddle boarding, yoga, reading, and cooking healthy food from scratch.
What People Are Saying
Dr. Jana is wonderful. Our one month old had torticollis and struggled to turn his head to the left. He was only nursing on one side and needed a helmet to correct a flat spot. After one visit, he was able to turn his head and with consistent care, we were able to avoid needing a helmet.
My family has seen both Dr. Jana and Dr. Jeanne and have loved both providers, as well as everyone on their staff. They were warm, kind, and knowledgeable, while treating the whole person in a thorough and thoughtful manner. They are highly trained, especially in pediatrics and pregnant and nursing women. Not only is the care worth every penny, but the office offers a wellness community that goes above and beyond. I highly recommend 1st Step Family Wellness for all your chiropractic and wellness needs.
I was fortunate to find this practice right before I got pregnant. I saw Dr. Jana all through my pregnancy and now after with our little. She addresses all my concerns at each appointment. Highly recommend them for your care.
Services Offered by Dr. Jana
Family Wellness Chiropractic
Preconception, Pregnancy, and Postpartum Wellness
Lab Testing
Nutritional Support
Red Light Therapy
Cranial Work
Extremity Therapy
Continuing Education
Food Enzyme Institute Course 3
2020
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization
2019
Pediatric Certification Course 2 & 3: SOT Pediatric Care 2018
2018
Motion Palpation Institute: Lumbar Spine & Pelvis
(September 2011)
International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
- Perinatal Neuroimmunology 2019
- Cranial Evaluation and Adjusting for Infants and Children 2019
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Advanced Perinatal Clinical Application 2019
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Perinatal Health: Epigenetics and Parental Nutrition 2018
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Developmental Neurobiology 2018
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Research: Evidence Informed Practice 2018
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Neurology of the Vertebral Subluxation Complex 2018
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Thompson and Logan Techniques 2018
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Full Spine Evaluation and Adjusting 2018
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Essentials of Chiropractic Care for Children 2018
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Perinatal Care with Webster Certification 2018
ICPA: Mastery of Chiropractic Principles and Practice
2017
ICPA: Bridging the Gap Between Crisis Care and Optimal Function
2016
Neurological Pathways to Common Conditions
2013
ICPA: Enhancing Pediatric Neuroplasticity
2020
Food Enzyme Institute Course 1 & 2
2019
Pediatric Certification Course 1: SOT Pregnancy Care
2018
Craniosacral Therapy for Infants
2017
Craniosacral Therapy for Pregnancy
2017
Nourish Professional Lactation Support
2017
First Adjustment (includes Webster training)
2017
Spinning Babies
2017
The Role of Nutrition and Digestion in Health Problems
2015
Nutrition Response Testing
2014
Pain and Inflammation
2013
Current Topics in Chiropractic Research
2013
Associations & Organizations
ICPA
Food Enzyme Institute
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