Ascent Healthcare Powered by Freedom Integrated Medical

January 14, 2026

Drs. Charles & Samantha Bingham’s Ascent Healthcare is a physician-led osteopathic and regenerative care clinic in Maryville, Tennessee, specializing in natural-first, non-surgical solutions for back pain, disc injuries, joint pain, and complex musculoskeletal conditions that have not resolved through prior care. The clinic was founded on a simple but often missing principle in modern healthcare: patients deserve clarity before treatment, and medical decisions should be guided by physicians who can consider the full range of options—not just one approach.

At Ascent Healthcare, care begins with a comprehensive, physician-directed evaluation designed to understand why a problem is occurring, not just where it hurts. Rather than rushing patients into procedures or symptom-based treatments, the doctors focus on identifying structural imbalances, movement restrictions, disc stress patterns, and compensation strategies that may be keeping pain and dysfunction in place. This assessment-first approach allows patients to make informed decisions about next steps with confidence and without pressure.

As a physician-led clinic, Ascent Healthcare offers a level of oversight and clinical judgment that bridges the gap between natural medicine and conventional medical care. The doctors emphasize the least-invasive, most appropriate solutions first, while maintaining the ability to escalate care responsibly when needed. This makes the clinic an ideal option for patients who want to avoid unnecessary surgery, over-medication, or fragmented care.

One of Ascent Healthcare’s core areas of focus is non-surgical back pain and disc herniation relief. The clinic utilizes non-surgical spinal decompression therapy to reduce disc pressure, improve nutrient exchange, and support the body’s natural healing response in cases of disc bulges, herniations, sciatica, and chronic spinal pain. Decompression is never applied generically; it is recommended only after a physician determines that it is appropriate based on the patient’s specific condition and biomechanics.

For patients with joint pain, tendon injuries, or degenerative changes, Ascent Healthcare also offers regenerative medicine options such as PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections. These treatments are physician-administered and used selectively to support tissue healing, reduce inflammation, and improve function without surgery. PRP is considered within the broader clinical context—not as a stand-alone solution, but as part of a thoughtful care plan.

In addition, the clinic provides osteopathic therapy for back pain and musculoskeletal dysfunction, using hands-on osteopathic techniques to restore movement, improve alignment, and address the interconnected systems of the body. Osteopathic care is especially effective for patients whose pain persists despite imaging findings that “don’t explain everything,” or for those whose symptoms return repeatedly after short-term treatments.

Patients choose Ascent Healthcare because they want more than a quick fix. They want a physician who listens, explains, and guides them through a clear, logical path forward. Whether the goal is pain relief, improved mobility, or avoiding unnecessary surgery, Ascent Healthcare delivers care that is calm, comprehensive, and grounded in medical expertise—so patients can move forward with understanding and confidence.

Ascent Healthcare

1123 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804, United States

865-233-0569

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