Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Rockville, MD
At Vitality Chiropractic & Medical Wellness, we are dedicated to transforming lives through evidence-based chiropractic care and active rehabilitation. Founded by Dr. Diego Proano, a Rockville native with over 15 years of clinical expertise, our practice combines advanced chiropractic techniques, functional movement analysis, and soft tissue therapy to address the root causes of pain. Our mission is to help patients in Montgomery County achieve lasting relief from chronic conditions, sports injuries, and postural imbalances without relying on medications or surgery. We prioritize personalized treatment plans tailored to individual goals, whether recovering from an injury, improving posture, or enhancing athletic performance.With a focus on patient education and preventive care, we empower individuals to maintain long-term wellness through corrective exercises and lifestyle modifications. Our teams commitment to excellence is reflected in our integrated approach, which blends hands-on adjustments with targeted physiotherapy and dry needling techniques. As a locally owned practice, we take pride in serving our community with compassionate, results-driven care that prioritizes both physical and emotional well-being.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Physiotherapy
Dry Needling
Postural Correction
Sports Injury Rehab
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care tailored to your specific recovery goals.
- Our treatments are grounded in evidence-based chiropractic techniques and active rehab.
- Dr. Proano has over 15 years of clinical experience in functional rehabilitation.
- We provide convenient online scheduling for urgent and routine appointments.
- Our approach focuses on correcting root causes, not just masking symptoms.
What people say
Effective pain relief
Personalized treatment plans
Compassionate care
Lasting results
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care focuses on correcting spinal misalignments and improving nervous system function through gentle, targeted adjustments. Patients receive individualized treatment plans combining manual therapy with corrective exercises to address conditions like back pain, neck pain, and sciatica. This approach helps restore mobility, reduce inflammation, and prevent future injuries while promoting overall wellness.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy sessions emphasize functional movement restoration through customized exercise programs targeting muscle imbalances and postural deficiencies. We incorporate strength training, flexibility work, and neuromuscular re-education to improve joint stability and movement efficiency. Patients recovering from injuries or surgeries benefit from progressive rehabilitation protocols designed to accelerate healing and regain full physical capabilities safely.
Dry Needling
Dry needling involves precise insertion of thin needles into myofascial trigger points to release muscle tension and improve circulation. This technique effectively treats chronic pain conditions, headaches, and sports-related muscle injuries by resetting dysfunctional tissue patterns. When combined with chiropractic adjustments, it enhances pain relief and accelerates recovery for improved musculoskeletal function.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Our post-surgical rehab programs focus on restoring mobility and strength following orthopedic procedures through structured, progressive exercise plans. We work closely with patients' surgical teams to ensure safe adherence to recovery timelines while optimizing functional outcomes. This specialized care helps individuals regain independence and return to daily activities more quickly through evidence-based rehabilitation techniques.
Sports Injury Prevention
Sports injury prevention services include biomechanical assessments and performance-enhancing exercise programs tailored to athletes' specific needs. We identify movement pattern deficiencies that increase injury risk and implement corrective strategies to improve athletic efficiency. This proactive approach helps both amateur and professional athletes maintain peak performance levels while minimizing time lost to injuries through targeted conditioning and functional training.
People
Dr. Diego Proano
Chiropractor & Clinic Director
A Rockville native, Dr. Proano earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree Cum Laude from Palmer College in 2009. With 15+ years of clinical experience, he specializes in functional rehabilitation and has lectured on work conditioning and post-surgical recovery. He previously served as Clinic Director for Baltimore Work Rehab before purchasing Vitality Chiropractic & Medical Wellness to serve his hometown community.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, sciatica, sports injuries, postural issues, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs using chiropractic and physiotherapy approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we work with major providers including CareFirst, Aetna, UnitedHealthCare, Cigna, and Medicare. Contact us to verify your specific coverage.
How long are appointments?
Initial consultations last 45-60 minutes, with follow-up sessions typically 30-45 minutes depending on treatment complexity.
What makes you different from other chiropractors?
Our integrated approach combines chiropractic adjustments with active rehabilitation and personalized exercise programs for lasting results, not just temporary relief.
Can you help with sports performance?
Yes, we offer sports injury prevention programs and performance optimization through biomechanical assessments and targeted conditioning exercises.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Chiropractic treatment is a non-invasive, drug-free approach with an excellent safety record when performed by licensed professionals like Dr. Proano.
