Dr. Kerstin Zock – DC
Dr. Kerstin Zock opened Zock Family Chiropractic in 2012 after completing her biology studies at the University of Pittsburgh and earning her Doctorate of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College. She cares for patients of all ages and personalizes each treatment using techniques such as diversified adjustments, drop table, flexion-distraction, activator methods, myofascial release, and the Webster Technique. She may also incorporate therapies like electrical stimulation or ultrasound when needed.
Outside the office, Dr. Zock enjoys time with her husband, Matt, and their children, Lilyann and Evan. She’s an outdoor enthusiast who loves hiking in the Allegheny National Forest, and she starts most days with early-morning workouts at Total Pursuit Athletics in Zelienople.
Dr. Katie McLuckie, DC – Chiropractor
Dr. Katie joined Zock Family Chiropractic in May 2021. A Pittsburgh-area native, she studied biology at the University of Pittsburgh before earning her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from D’Youville College. She was drawn to chiropractic care after struggling with chronic headaches in high school—an experience that showed her firsthand how life-changing this kind of care can be. That insight now shapes the compassion and dedication she brings to her patients every day.
Outside the office, Dr. Katie enjoys spending time with her husband and their dog, Finn. She also loves traveling, golfing, cooking, and being with family.
Joe Hughes, LMT, PTA, CSCS
Joe brings more than 25 years of experience in orthopedic and sports physical therapy to his work, with a strong foundation in manual therapy. He holds degrees from La Roche University and Butler County Community College, along with certifications in strength and conditioning, ASTYM, and massage therapy. Since joining Zock Family Chiropractic in February 2024, he’s enjoyed offering therapeutic massage and personalized training that help clients build strength, ease pain, and move with greater confidence.
Outside the office, Joe loves spending time with his family and staying active through training, backpacking, hiking, carpentry, and archery. His lifelong passion for health and wellness continues to guide both his work and his everyday life.
Samantha Mcaninch, LMT,
Samantha brings more than 11 years of experience to her work as a massage therapist, offering a thoughtful, personalized approach to every client she sees. She blends techniques such as cupping, prenatal massage, Swedish, and deep tissue work, and has a special focus on myofascial release and lymphatic drainage. Her calm presence and intuitive touch help clients ease pain, unwind stress, and reconnect with a sense of balance and well-being.
Outside her treatment room, Samantha is someone who values connection, learning, and caring for others. She brings that same grounded, compassionate energy into her work each day, making her an important part of the healing environment at Zock Family Chiropractic.
Gina Brent, Office Manager
For the past seven years, Gina has been a steady, welcoming presence at Zock Family Chiropractic, helping keep the office running smoothly and making sure every patient feels supported from the moment they walk through the door. Her reliability, kindness, and genuine care for the people she works with shine through in everything she does.
Outside the office, Gina’s life is rooted in family. She and her husband, John, have shared 36 years together, building a life filled with love, laughter, and mutual support. They’re proud parents of two grown children and delighted grandparents to two little ones who keep them smiling.
When she’s not at work, Gina enjoys spending time outdoors, especially camping. It’s her favorite way to unwind, reconnect with nature, and make new memories with the people she loves most.
Cathy Coey, Office Staff
Cathy has been a dedicated office assistant at Zock Family Chiropractic for the past three years. With a warm and welcoming spirit, she has become an integral part of the team.
Outside of work, Cathy shares a beautiful life with her husband, with whom she has been married for 16 wonderful years. Family means everything to her, and she finds immense joy in spending time with them.
In her free time, Cathy enjoys the simple pleasures of life, from taking leisurely walks to catching the latest films at the movies. Whether she’s enjoying laughter with her loved ones or relaxing with her favorite hobbies, Cathy embraces every moment with gratitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
After obtaining a four year Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. Zock attended NYCC where she completed 221 credits to earn a doctorate in chiropractic (DC).
In simple terms, a subluxation is when a vertebra has lost its normal position. It can occur from physical, chemical, and mental stressors. Once one or more spinal vertebrae move out of position, it creates stress on nearby nerves. This prevents the body from functioning with ease. Our goal if you have subluxation is to remove or correct any vertebra out of position to eliminate any interference to the nervous system and improve spinal function.
Chiropractic is widely recognized as one of the safest non-drug, noninvasive forms of health care available. Chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation and other alternative treatments. Manipulation is used to restore mobility to joints restricted by tissue injury caused by a traumatic event. The theory is that proper alignment of the body’s musculoskeletal structure will enable the body to heal itself without surgery or medication.
Any adjustment made is safe when it’s performed by someone trained and licensed to deliver care. With Dr. Zock’s extensive education, you are in good hands, literally!
80% of the population will suffer from back pain or neck pain throughout their life. Most of these people would benefit from chiropractic care.
Anyone with osteoporosis, (thinning of bones), should avoid a chiropractor. Since a chiropractor works with manipulating the spine, any person who has osteoporosis requires other attention compared to care a chiropractor can provide.
If you are unsure if you can/should see a chiropractor, simply consult with a chiropractor. Chiropractors are the best professionals to talk to if you want to know whether your condition can benefit from chiropractic care.
Chiropractors treat conditions related to your body’s structure. Our goal is to relieve pain and improve function. Compared to prescribing drugs or doing surgery, we adjust or manipulate body parts to get them in the right position. Chiropractic care is based on the idea that when your body is in proper alignment, you have a better chance of healing yourself. Chiropractic improves function of the musculoskeletal system by restoring motion in joints of the spine. Adjustments to hypomobile joints alleviates pain and muscle tightness, improves range of motion, and allows injured tissues to heal
A thrown out back can result from physical activity such as lifting anything heavy or a sudden twist. Symptoms include:
- Muscle spasms when at rest or active
- Lower back pain
- Stiffness in the lower back
- Limited range of motion in the back
- Inability to maintain normal posture
At Zock’s, most treatments are manual (diversified) adjustments and muscle work (myofascial release and trigger point therapy). Dr. Zock also uses an activator, muscle stim, ultrasound, kinesio tape, and flexion distraction as needed. We also provide sports rehabilitation to help patients get back as soon as possible to their passion.
X-rays are not performed at Zock Family Chiropractic. Dr. Zock and staff will refer out as needed.
Doctors of chiropractic are trained to diagnose health care problems and refer out as needed. Dr. Zock often refers to primary care physicians for issues that are not musculoskeletal in nature and refer to orthopedists for further evaluation of musculoskeletal injuries.
Of course not!
Each patient is given an individual treatment plan based on their symptoms and response to treatment. All of our patients have unique bodies that we give special attention to each.