Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Hempstead, NY
Islandwide Chiropractic has been dedicated to patient health since 2002, prioritizing root-cause diagnosis for complex musculoskeletal conditions. Our practice combines advanced techniques like Y Strap Decompression, Active Release Techniques, and Erchonia Laser therapy with personalized care. Dr. Stan Velkovich, a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, brings over two decades of experience treating sports injuries and chronic pain, supported by collaborations with professional athletes and New York's top physicians. We emphasize co-management with specialists to ensure optimal outcomes, offering whole-food supplementation and custom orthotics as part of holistic treatment plans. Our approach integrates evidence-based soft tissue mobilization, spinal adjustments, and rehabilitation to restore function and prevent re-injury.With memberships in the American Chiropractic Association and New York State Chiropractic Association, we maintain rigorous professional standards. Patient education and preventive care remain central to our philosophy, addressing conditions from sciatica to pediatric wellness. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through adoption of cutting-edge technologies like low-level laser therapy, proven to accelerate healing. Transparent communication and ethical practice guide every patient interaction, ensuring informed decision-making. This combination of expertise, technology, and collaborative care establishes Islandwide Chiropractic as a trusted leader in Long Island's healthcare community.
Services
Y Strap Decompression
Active Release Techniques
Whole Food Supplementation
Footmaxx Orthotics
Erchonia Laser Therapy
Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Graston Technique
Soft Tissue Mobilization
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Dr. Velkovich has 20+ years treating sports injuries with professional teams
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist on staff
- Collaborates with New York's top physicians for co-management
- Offers cutting-edge Erchonia Laser therapy proven 66% faster healing
- Personalized treatment plans combining decompression, nutrition, and orthotics
Associations and certifications
- Active Release Techniques (ART)
Services
Y Strap Decompression
This innovative technique uses a specialized Y-shaped strap to perform manual spinal decompression. By creating space between vertebrae, it alleviates nerve pressure, improves circulation, and promotes healing for chronic back pain, herniated discs, and sciatica. Patients experience immediate pain relief and improved mobility through this non-surgical, holistic approach targeting the entire spine.
Active Release Techniques
A patented deep tissue method treating muscle, tendon, and ligament injuries. Practitioners apply tension while patients perform specific movements to break scar tissue, restore normal function, and relieve conditions like carpal tunnel and tendonitis. This technique addresses both acute injuries and chronic repetitive strain issues through targeted soft tissue manipulation.
Erchonia Laser Therapy
FDA-cleared cold laser treatment accelerates healing by stimulating cellular energy production. It effectively reduces pain and inflammation for conditions including neuropathy, fibromyalgia, and sports injuries. The non-thermal laser penetrates tissue to enhance ATP production, promoting faster recovery of muscles, nerves, and connective tissues without invasive procedures.
Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Gentle, age-appropriate adjustments address children's musculoskeletal development and nervous system health. This specialized care helps with common childhood issues like ear infections and developmental milestones while ensuring proper spinal alignment. Treatments use minimal force techniques tailored to infants, toddlers, and adolescents for safe, drug-free wellness support.
Footmaxx Orthotics
Custom-crafted shoe inserts correct faulty foot mechanics causing pain in feet, knees, hips, and lower back. Using advanced gait analysis, these orthotics provide personalized support to improve biomechanics, alleviate conditions like plantar fasciitis, and enhance overall body alignment for active lifestyles through improved weight distribution and shock absorption.
People
Dr. Stan Velkovich
Founder & Chiropractor
Dr. Velkovich founded Islandwide Chiropractic in 2002 after graduating from New York Chiropractic College. A certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, he treats professional athletes from hockey, football, tennis, and baseball teams while maintaining active memberships in major chiropractic associations.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal injuries, chronic pain, sports injuries, sciatica, herniated discs, and pediatric wellness needs using non-invasive techniques.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
Yes, our pediatric care uses gentle, age-appropriate adjustments to address developmental needs and common childhood conditions safely.
What makes Y Strap Decompression unique?
This technique uses a specialized strap for controlled spinal traction, offering whole-spine treatment with immediate pain relief and improved mobility.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting our office directly for insurance verification and billing information.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary by condition - our initial consultation determines personalized care duration and frequency.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office for current payment options and financial policy details.
