Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Tonawanda, NY
At Core Wellness Chiropractic, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and caring environment for optimal spinal correction. Our practice emphasizes proactive health preservation through natural chiropractic care, combining advanced techniques with personalized education about spinal health. Dr. Richard M. Soukup brings extensive experience from successful practices in Atlanta and Lancaster, refining skills in CBP, soft tissue work, and Torque-Release tonal adjusting. We prioritize accessibility with extended evening hours, weekend availability, and walk-in flexibility while maintaining fees comparable to standard co-pays.Our mission focuses on adjusting and educating community members toward optimal health, empowering them with knowledge about spinal integrity. We operate under rigorous professional standards, adhering to chiropractic education requirements and maintaining active licensure with continuing education to ensure modern, evidence-based care.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Wellness Care
Massage Therapy
Spinal Health Management
Corrective Care
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer extended evening and weekend hours for patient convenience
- Our doctor brings experience from managing national franchise clinics
- We provide walk-in availability with no appointment requirements
- Our care phases address acute pain, corrective treatment, and wellness maintenance
- We accept HSA/FSA payments for flexible financial options
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments restore proper spinal motion using manual techniques that relieve nerve pressure and muscle tension. This drug-free treatment addresses joint dysfunction through precise manipulations that improve mobility and reduce pain. Patients benefit from customized care plans that consider individual health history and wellness goals.
Wellness Care
Wellness care focuses on maintaining spinal health through regular adjustments combined with lifestyle recommendations. This preventive approach includes nutrition guidance, stress management techniques, and exercise programs to support long-term musculoskeletal health and nervous system function.
Corrective Care
Corrective care addresses underlying structural issues through targeted treatments that stabilize the spine after acute injury. This phase combines soft tissue therapy with specific adjustments to restore proper biomechanics and prevent recurring pain patterns during the healing process.
Massage Therapy
In-office massage therapy complements chiropractic care by addressing muscle tension and improving circulation. Our soft tissue work targets specific areas of strain to enhance treatment effectiveness and accelerate recovery from musculoskeletal conditions.
Relief Care
Relief care provides immediate pain reduction for recent injuries through frequent adjustments that stabilize inflamed joints. This intensive phase focuses on rapid symptom improvement with treatment frequencies typically ranging from 2-3 sessions weekly over 4-6 weeks for optimal recovery.
People
Richard M. Soukup
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Soukup graduated from Life University's Doctor of Chiropractic program after earning his bachelor's degree from SUNY Geneseo. He refined advanced techniques in CBP and Torque-Release adjusting during tenures at successful practices in Atlanta and Lancaster before establishing Core Wellness Chiropractic.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions affecting the spine, joints, muscles, and nerves including back pain, neck pain, headaches, and posture-related issues using non-invasive chiropractic techniques.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Yes, chiropractic treatment has low risks comparable to everyday activities. Some patients experience mild post-treatment soreness similar to exercise muscle aches, but serious complications are extremely rare according to clinical studies.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as a self-pay practice with fees comparable to typical insurance co-pays. This approach allows greater treatment flexibility while maintaining direct patient-doctor relationships without insurance restrictions.
What payment options are available?
We accept payments through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Our transparent pricing structure ensures no hidden fees or unexpected charges during your care.
How long are appointments?
Initial consultations include comprehensive evaluation lasting 45-60 minutes. Follow-up adjustments typically require 15-30 minutes depending on individual treatment needs and concurrent therapies like massage.
Can I schedule online?
Yes, we offer convenient online booking through our website for most appointment types. New patients should contact our office directly to complete necessary paperwork before their first visit.
