Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractic & Wellness Partner in Ridgefield, CT
At Ridgefield Chiropractic & Wellness Center, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our patients through comprehensive, integrative care. Our mission focuses on wellness-centered treatment that addresses structural, nutritional, and emotional health. With over two decades of experience, our team combines chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy modalities, acupuncture, and naturopathic medicine to provide personalized solutions for pain relief and long-term wellness. We emphasize the body's innate ability to heal itself, utilizing evidence-based practices to treat conditions like sciatica, back pain, headaches, and sports injuries. Our approach integrates advanced diagnostics, including computerized gait analysis and custom orthotics, to address biomechanical imbalances.We prioritize patient education, empowering individuals to achieve optimal health through nutrition, ergonomic training, and preventive strategies. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our collaboration with medical professionals and our focus on cutting-edge therapies like low-level cold laser treatment. We serve athletes and non-athletes alike, offering mobile chiropractic care for the motocross community. By addressing root causes rather than symptoms, we help patients reduce medication dependence, avoid surgery, and improve overall vitality. Our practice blends compassionate care with scientific rigor to deliver lasting results.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Physical Therapy
Massage Therapy
Acupuncture
Functional Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine
Gait Analysis
Custom Orthotics
Nutritional Consultation
Wellness Education
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in chiropractic sports medicine and neurology
- Our integrated approach combines chiropractic care with physical therapy and naturopathic medicine
- We use advanced diagnostics including computerized gait analysis and custom orthotics
- Our team includes board-certified specialists in chiropractic sports medicine
- We provide mobile chiropractic care for motocross athletes at national events
Associations and certifications
- American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians
- Connecticut Association of Naturopathic Physicians
What people say
Immediate pain relief
Personalized treatment plans
Experienced practitioners
Effective chronic pain management
Comprehensive care approach
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care focuses on correcting vertebral subluxations to improve nervous system function. We use gentle, specific adjustments to address conditions like sciatica, back pain, and headaches. Our approach combines manual techniques with advanced diagnostics to restore proper alignment and mobility, helping patients achieve lasting pain relief and improved overall health through natural, drug-free methods.
Physical Therapy
We offer physical therapy modalities including shockwave therapy and cold laser treatment. Our services focus on pain relief, mobility restoration, and muscle strengthening through customized exercise programs. We integrate therapeutic techniques like ultrasound and electrical stimulation to accelerate healing, helping patients recover from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions while improving their functional capabilities and quality of life.
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use traditional Chinese medicine principles to address pain management and wellness. By inserting fine needles at specific points, we stimulate energy flow and promote natural healing. This service helps reduce inflammation, alleviate chronic pain, and improve conditions like migraines and digestive issues. We combine acupuncture with lifestyle counseling to enhance treatment outcomes and overall well-being.
Functional Medicine
Our functional medicine approach identifies root causes of chronic health issues through comprehensive evaluations. We create personalized treatment plans addressing genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Using advanced lab testing and natural therapies, we treat conditions like hormonal imbalances and autoimmune disorders. This patient-centered approach focuses on long-term wellness through nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle modifications tailored to individual needs.
Gait Analysis
We use computerized GaitScan technology to analyze walking patterns and identify biomechanical imbalances. This assessment helps determine if foot dysfunction affects spinal health or movement patterns. By capturing over a million data points, we create dynamic foot scans to prescribe custom orthotics that correct alignment issues, reduce pain, and improve posture and mobility for better overall musculoskeletal health.
People
Dr. Christopher C. Mascetta
Doctor of Chiropractic
Board-certified chiropractic sports physician with 25+ years experience. Specializes in sports injuries, chiropractic neurology, and integrated wellness care. Developed MotoCare Chiropractic for motocross athletes.
Dr. Stephanie DeSousa
Naturopathic Physician
Licensed naturopathic doctor with expertise in holistic health, nutrition, and homeopathic medicine. Graduated from University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine.
Marilyn Jackson
Acupuncturist
Board-certified acupuncturist and clinical herbalist specializing in women's health and traditional Chinese medicine. Offers remote consultations and personalized treatment plans.
Lucy Peralta-Hayes
Massage Therapist
Medical massage practitioner with expertise in sports massage, pregnancy techniques, and scoliosis rehabilitation. Certified in kinesio taping and lymphatic drainage.
Elizabeth Tilly
Licensed Massage Therapist
Practicing massage therapist since 1991 with experience in medical, Swedish, and deep tissue massage techniques. Specializes in treating chronic muscular tension and injuries.
Questions
Does insurance cover chiropractic care at your Ridgefield clinic?
Most insurance plans cover chiropractic care. We verify coverage for local plans and offer affordable options for uninsured patients.
What conditions do you treat with acupuncture?
We treat pain management, migraines, infertility, digestive issues, and stress-related conditions using traditional acupuncture techniques.
Do you offer massage therapy for sports injuries?
Yes, our medical massage therapy treats sports injuries using techniques like deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and sports-specific rehabilitation.
What makes your functional medicine approach unique?
We combine advanced diagnostics with personalized treatment plans addressing genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors for chronic health conditions.
Are custom orthotics available at your Ridgefield location?
Yes, we provide custom orthotics based on computerized gait analysis to correct biomechanical imbalances and improve posture.
Do you treat motocross athletes at your clinic?
Yes, our founder provides mobile chiropractic care for motocross riders at national events and treats sports injuries in-clinic.
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