Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractic Care Provider in Farmingdale
Walter F Priestley has been dedicated to enhancing community health through professional chiropractic care since 1988. Our practice, founded by Dr. Walter Priestley, combines decades of expertise with advanced techniques to address a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. With a team of certified professionals, including specialists in Active Release Therapy and chiropractic pediatrics, we prioritize personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our commitment to excellence has been recognized through multiple awards, including being voted the Best Chiropractic Office on Long Island by the Long Island Press. We utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, such as digital X-ray imaging and Foot Levelers scanning technology, to deliver precise treatments.Our services span spinal adjustments, rehabilitation exercises, and management of conditions like scoliosis, disc herniations, and chronic pain. We actively participate in community wellness initiatives, offering free boot camps and youth sports coaching to promote active lifestyles. Our office maintains affiliations with major insurance providers and offers flexible payment options to ensure accessibility. With over 37 years of service, we remain steadfast in our mission to empower individuals toward optimal health through natural, non-invasive care.
Services
Spinal Adjustments
Custom Orthotics
Spinal Decompression
Rehabilitation Exercises
Myofascial Release
Scoliosis Management
Headache Relief
Sports Injury Care
Weight Loss Management
X-Ray Diagnostics
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 37 years of experience serving Farmingdale and surrounding communities.
- Our team includes certified Active Release Therapy providers and chiropractic pediatrics specialists.
- We participate in most major health insurance plans for patient convenience.
- Our office was voted Best Chiropractic Office on Long Island multiple times.
- We offer on-premise digital X-ray and custom orthotics for comprehensive care.
What people say
Effective pain relief
Caring staff
Successful injury recovery
Community-focused practice
Highly recommend
Services
Spinal Adjustments
Our spinal adjustment techniques correct misalignments to alleviate pain and improve nervous system function. We use diversified, Gonstead, and Activator methods tailored to individual needs. Patients experience relief from back pain, neck pain, and headaches through precise manual corrections.
Custom Orthotics
Foot Levelers scanning technology creates personalized orthotics to address gait imbalances and foot-related discomfort. These custom inserts improve posture, reduce joint stress, and enhance overall body alignment for long-term musculoskeletal health.
Spinal Decompression
Non-surgical decompression therapy relieves pressure on spinal discs to treat herniations and nerve compression. This specialized treatment reduces radiating pain in arms and legs while promoting natural healing of damaged disc tissue.
Rehabilitation Exercises
Targeted exercise programs restore mobility and strengthen muscles following injuries or chronic conditions. Our protocols focus on improving flexibility, posture, and functional movement patterns to prevent recurring pain episodes.
Scoliosis Management
Specialized adjustments and heel lifts address abnormal spinal curvatures in scoliosis patients. Early intervention strategies aim to reduce progression while improving posture and alleviating associated discomfort through conservative chiropractic care.
People
Walter Priestley
Founder & Chiropractor
Dr. Priestley has practiced in Farmingdale since 1988, earning multiple 'Best Chiropractic Office' awards. He specializes in pediatric chiropractic care and holds postgraduate certifications in radiology and scoliosis treatment.
Chris Wider
Chiropractor
Certified Active Release Therapy provider with 20+ years of experience treating disc herniations and sports injuries. Dr. Wider combines myofascial release with traditional adjustments for comprehensive pain management solutions.
Dawn Warden
Chiropractor
Dr. Warden focuses on family wellness and stress management through chiropractic care. With 25 years of private practice experience, she emphasizes holistic approaches to spinal health and nervous system optimization.
Samuel Kim
Chiropractor
Sports medicine specialist certified in ART technique, Dr. Kim treats athletic injuries and headaches while incorporating rehabilitation strategies for long-term recovery and performance enhancement.
Kayla Ens
Chiropractor
Certified in ART and MyoMatrix Release techniques, Dr. Ens specializes in neck/back pain and sports injury treatment. She emphasizes preventative care through stretching programs and rehabilitative exercises.
Questions
Do you accept my insurance plan?
We participate in most major plans including Medicare, Aetna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Contact our office to verify coverage details for your specific policy.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back/neck pain, scoliosis, disc herniations, chronic headaches, sports injuries, and work-related accidents using chiropractic adjustments and rehabilitation therapies.
Are appointments available for new patients?
New patients can book online or through ZocDoc. We accommodate urgent cases and offer flexible scheduling during regular office hours.
Do you offer online scheduling?
Yes, established patients can use our online booking system. New patients can schedule through ZocDoc or by calling our office directly.
What payment options are available?
We accept insurance assignments, self-pay rates, and offer veteran discounts. Special payment arrangements are available for financial hardship cases.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
We offer Saturday morning appointments and extended weekday hours until 6:30 PM to accommodate working patients' schedules.