Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractic Care Provider in Hockessin, DE
Valley Chiropractic Health Center has been dedicated to improving patient well-being through expert chiropractic care since 1993. Our founder, Dr. Stephen G. Puzio, brings decades of experience and academic excellence to every treatment, combining traditional spinal adjustments with advanced therapeutic modalities. We prioritize continuing education to ensure our practice remains at the forefront of chiropractic science, offering services like ultrasound therapy, trigger point therapy, and custom orthotics. Our team is committed to personalized care, utilizing manual and mechanical techniques to address pain and mobility issues. We work closely with patients to develop tailored treatment plans that promote long-term health outcomes.Our facility maintains a patient-centered approach, ensuring each individual receives thorough attention during extended weekday hours. We accept major health insurance plans and provide transparent cost management to reduce financial barriers. Our no-interest payment plans reflect our commitment to accessible care. With over 30 years of clinical experience, we have built lasting relationships with patients who value our professional expertise and compassionate service. Our testimonials highlight consistent success in helping patients avoid surgery and medication through targeted chiropractic interventions.
Services
Spinal Adjustments
Ultrasound Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy
Custom Orthotics
E-Stim Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience treating musculoskeletal conditions
- Personalized treatment plans combining traditional and modern therapeutic techniques
- Comprehensive care including spinal adjustments and rehabilitative therapies
- Transparent pricing with no-interest payment plan options
- Proven track record of helping patients avoid surgical interventions
What people say
Professional, courteous staff
Kept me off meds
Pain free days
Complete treatments
Caring office staff
Services
Spinal Adjustments
Our spinal adjustment therapy corrects misalignments through precise manual techniques. This treatment alleviates nerve compression, reduces inflammation, and restores proper joint function for patients with back pain, neck pain, and headaches. Our chiropractors use controlled force application tailored to each patient's condition, ensuring safe and effective pain relief while improving overall spinal health.
Ultrasound Therapy
Ultrasound therapy delivers high-frequency sound waves to deep tissue structures. This modality increases blood flow, reduces swelling, and accelerates healing for soft tissue injuries like muscle strains and ligament sprains. Our practitioners adjust intensity levels to target specific conditions while ensuring patient comfort during treatment sessions.
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger point therapy addresses localized muscle tightness through sustained pressure application. Our practitioners identify and treat hyperirritable muscle bands that cause referred pain and restricted movement. This hands-on technique improves range of motion, reduces pain signals, and restores normal muscle function through targeted manual therapy.
Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotic devices provide personalized foot support to correct biomechanical imbalances. These prescription inserts address gait abnormalities that affect the entire musculoskeletal system, from feet to spine. By creating proper alignment, our orthotics enhance treatment effectiveness and improve long-term patient outcomes through better postural stability.
E-Stim Therapy
Interferential electrical stimulation therapy uses low-frequency currents to manage pain and promote tissue healing. This modality stimulates endorphin production and improves circulation in targeted areas. Our practitioners apply this treatment to reduce inflammation and accelerate recovery from various musculoskeletal conditions while ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
People
Stephen G. Puzio
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Puzio graduated Magna Cum Laude from New York Chiropractic College in 1993. He has maintained active practice for 30 years, combining academic excellence with ongoing professional development through continuing education seminars.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
We combine spinal adjustments with therapeutic modalities like ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and trigger point therapy. Our approach integrates manual techniques with modern equipment for comprehensive care.
Do you treat auto accident injuries?
Yes, we specialize in treating whiplash and other musculoskeletal injuries from motor vehicle accidents. Our care focuses on restoring mobility and reducing pain through targeted chiropractic interventions.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with most major health insurance providers. Patients should bring their insurance information to the first visit for accurate coverage verification and cost estimation.
Are payment plans available?
We offer no-interest payment plans to make chiropractic care accessible. Our staff works with patients to create manageable payment arrangements based on individual needs.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat neck/back pain, headaches, sciatica, sports injuries, and extremity conditions. Our care addresses both acute injuries and chronic musculoskeletal issues through chiropractic methods.
How long are appointments?
Initial consultations last 45-60 minutes. Follow-up treatments typically take 15-30 minutes, depending on the complexity of care required during each visit.
