Business Details
Expert Chiropractic Care in Scituate, MA
Fresh Start Chiropractic has been serving patients across the South Shore and South Coast of Massachusetts since its founding. Our practice emphasizes proactive health improvement through chiropractic care, focusing on pain relief and prevention for conditions like back pain, neck pain, and headaches. We provide personalized treatment plans combining adjustments, corrective exercises, and lifestyle advice tailored to individual needs. With expertise in sports injury rehab, pregnancy care, and chronic pain management, our team prioritizes patient education and holistic wellness. Our approach integrates advanced techniques with traditional methods to address spinal health, musculoskeletal issues, and overall well-being.We accept most major insurance plans and welcome new patients seeking non-invasive, drug-free healthcare solutions. Our facility in Scituate offers flexible appointment times Monday-Thursday, with evening hours available. Through community engagement and educational resources, we aim to empower patients to achieve long-term health goals. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in our patient-centered philosophy and ongoing professional development.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Corrective Exercises
Lifestyle Advice
Nutritional Counseling
Spinal Screenings
Sports Injury Rehab
Pregnancy Care
Postural Analysis
Wellness Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer family care serving all ages from infants to geriatric patients
- Our team specializes in sports injury rehab and performance enhancement
- We provide specialized care for pregnancy, accident recovery, and chronic pain
- Our corrective exercise programs accelerate healing and prevent recurrence
- We combine advanced techniques with proven traditional chiropractic methods
What people say
Personalized treatment plans
Effective pain relief
Knowledgeable staff
Family-friendly approach
Gentle techniques
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments use manual techniques to correct spinal misalignments and improve nervous system function. This service helps alleviate pain from back injuries, neck strain, and headaches through targeted joint manipulation. Patients benefit from reduced inflammation, improved mobility, and enhanced overall wellness through regular adjustments tailored to their specific needs.
Corrective Exercises
Customized corrective exercise programs address muscle imbalances and postural issues contributing to pain. These home-based exercises complement adjustments by strengthening supporting structures and preventing recurrence. Our approach combines stretching and strengthening routines tailored to individual conditions and physical capabilities.
Sports Injury Rehab
Specialized sports injury rehabilitation focuses on restoring function after athletic injuries. We combine manual therapy with sport-specific exercises to accelerate recovery from sprains, strains, and overuse injuries. Our programs help athletes regain strength, flexibility, and performance while preventing future injuries through biomechanical analysis.
Pregnancy Care
Gentle chiropractic care addresses common pregnancy discomforts like back pain and sciatica. Our specialized techniques accommodate changing body mechanics during pregnancy, helping maintain proper alignment for improved comfort and potentially easier labor. We use pregnancy-specific adjustment tables for safe, comfortable treatment throughout all trimesters.
Nutritional Counseling
Personalized nutritional counseling supports overall wellness and complements chiropractic care. We provide evidence-based recommendations for dietary supplements and whole-food nutrition to reduce inflammation, support tissue healing, and enhance nervous system function. Our approach considers individual health histories and wellness goals.
People
Dr. Nico Afanasenko
Chiropractor
Dr. Nico Afanasenko graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2001. With experience in sports medicine and family practice, he has worked in diverse clinical settings including New York City clinics and Lake Tahoe's Carson-Tahoe Chiropractic Center. He specializes in sports injury treatment and has provided care in international settings including Hungary and Japan.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, pregnancy-related discomforts, and chronic pain conditions using chiropractic techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts, and Medicare. Please call for verification.
What happens during the first visit?
Your first visit includes a comprehensive evaluation, explanation of chiropractic principles, and development of a personalized care plan tailored to your needs.
Are treatments painful?
Our adjustments are generally comfortable. We use gentle techniques and modify approaches to ensure patient comfort during all treatment phases.
How often should I receive adjustments?
Treatment frequency depends on your condition. Relief care typically requires 1-3 visits weekly, with less frequent visits as you progress through corrective and wellness phases.
Do you offer wellness programs?
Yes, we provide wellness programs combining spinal care, exercise recommendations, and lifestyle advice to maintain optimal health and prevent future issues.
