Business Details
26 Years
experience
Comprehensive Chiropractic & Wellness Services in Ridgefield, CT
Ridgefield Chiropractic & Wellness Center is an integrated healthcare practice dedicated to improving patients' quality of life through holistic, patient-centered care. Founded in 2000 by Dr. Christopher Mascetta, our team combines chiropractic care, physical therapy, naturopathic medicine, and advanced diagnostic tools to address structural, nutritional, and emotional health. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in treating spinal conditions, sports injuries, and chronic pain using evidence-based techniques like gait analysis, custom orthotics, and low-level cold laser therapy. Our practitioners, including board-certified professionals in chiropractic sports medicine and naturopathy, prioritize non-invasive, drug-free solutions tailored to individual needs.We emphasize preventive care through nutrition counseling, ergonomic training, and rehabilitation exercises, while maintaining collaborations with medical professionals for comprehensive treatment. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of high-grade nutritional supplements and cutting-edge technologies like GaitScan for personalized biomechanical assessments. By focusing on root causes rather than symptoms, we help patients achieve lasting wellness and improved physical performance.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Physical Therapy
Massage Therapy
Acupuncture
Custom Orthotics
Nutritional Consultation
Gait Analysis
Naturopathic Medicine
Functional Medicine
Wellness Education
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in chiropractic sports medicine and spinal care.
- Our integrated approach combines chiropractic adjustments with physical therapy and naturopathic medicine.
- We utilize advanced diagnostics like GaitScan technology for personalized treatment plans.
- Our team includes board-certified specialists in chiropractic neurology and sports medicine.
- We prioritize preventive care through nutritional counseling and ergonomic training.
Associations and certifications
- American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians
- Connecticut Association of Naturopathic Physicians
What people say
Immediate pain relief
Personalized care
Expert staff
Effective treatments
Professional environment
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments correct vertebral subluxations to restore nervous system function and alleviate pain. Our practitioners use precise manual techniques and specialized tools to improve spinal alignment, reduce inflammation, and enhance mobility. Patients benefit from customized treatment plans addressing conditions like sciatica, headaches, and sports injuries while promoting overall wellness through non-invasive, drug-free care.
Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotics provide personalized foot support to improve biomechanics and alleviate pain. Using GaitScan technology, we create digital foot impressions to design orthotics that correct gait imbalances, reduce pressure points, and enhance posture. These medical-grade devices help patients with conditions like plantar fasciitis, knee pain, and back problems achieve better mobility and comfort during daily activities.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy services focus on restoring mobility and reducing pain through targeted exercises and modalities. We employ therapeutic techniques like ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and cold laser therapy alongside manual therapy to treat injuries, post-surgical conditions, and chronic pain. Treatment plans emphasize functional recovery, strength building, and injury prevention for improved physical performance and quality of life.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatments utilize traditional Chinese medicine principles to balance energy flow and promote healing. By inserting fine needles at specific points, we address conditions like chronic pain, stress, and digestive issues while enhancing circulation and immune function. Our licensed practitioners combine acupuncture with lifestyle counseling to support holistic wellness and symptom relief for acute and chronic conditions.
Nutritional Consultation
Nutritional consultation services provide personalized dietary plans to optimize health and manage chronic conditions. Our experts assess individual needs to create customized nutrition strategies focusing on whole foods, supplements, and lifestyle changes. This service supports weight management, metabolic health, and disease prevention while complementing other treatments through evidence-based nutritional science and ongoing patient education.
People
Dr. Christopher Mascetta
Doctor of Chiropractic
Board-certified chiropractic sports physician with 25+ years of experience. Specializes in spinal adjustments, sports injury rehabilitation, and integrated wellness care. Holds advanced training in chiropractic neurology and motocross community care.
Dr. Stephanie DeSousa
Naturopathic Physician
Licensed naturopathic doctor specializing in holistic health through natural therapies. Expertise in nutritional medicine, herbal treatments, and women's health. Graduated from University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine.
Marilyn Jackson
Acupuncturist
Board-certified acupuncturist with clinical experience in traditional Chinese medicine. Specializes in women's health and pain management. Completed training at Emperors College and has practiced in both Los Angeles and Connecticut.
Lucy Peralta-Hayes
Medical Massage Practitioner
Certified medical massage therapist with expertise in multiple modalities including sports massage and myofascial release. Previously worked in physical therapy settings treating scoliosis and sports injuries.
Elizabeth Tilly
Licensed Massage Therapist
Experienced massage therapist since 1991 specializing in medical, deep tissue, and Swedish massage techniques. Focuses on rehabilitation for injuries and chronic muscular tension with additional training in myofascial techniques.
Questions
What conditions do you treat at Ridgefield Chiropractic?
We treat spinal conditions, sports injuries, chronic pain, headaches, sciatica, and posture-related issues using chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, and integrated wellness approaches.
Do you accept insurance for chiropractic services?
Yes, we accept most local insurance plans as an in-network provider. Coverage details vary by plan, and we verify benefits for all patients.
What makes your chiropractic care different?
Our integrated approach combines spinal adjustments with physical therapy, gait analysis, and nutritional guidance for comprehensive, long-term solutions addressing root causes.
Are your practitioners licensed and certified?
Yes, our team includes board-certified chiropractors, licensed acupuncturists, and certified massage therapists with advanced training in their respective specialties.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
Yes, we offer Saturday appointments on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and checks for services not covered by insurance. Payment plans may be available for extended treatment programs.
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