Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractors in Norwich, CT
At Thames Chiropractic & Acupuncture Center, we are dedicated to helping patients live better, pain-free lives by addressing the root causes of discomfort and promoting holistic healing. Our team of experienced doctors specializes in chiropractic care, acupuncture, and physical therapy, offering personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. With over two decades of combined experience, our practitioners utilize evidence-based techniques such as spinal adjustments, dry needling, and rehabilitative therapies to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being.We serve the Norwich, Connecticut community with a commitment to compassionate care, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their healing journey. Our focus on patient education and preventive care empowers individuals to achieve long-term health improvements through natural, non-invasive methods.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Acupuncture
Dry Needling
Physical Therapy
Spinal Traction
Nutritional Counseling
Sports Injury Rehab
Custom Orthotics
Workers' Comp Rehab
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care plans developed by experienced chiropractors with over 20 years of combined clinical expertise.
- Our integrative approach combines chiropractic adjustments with acupuncture, physical therapy, and rehabilitative exercises for comprehensive treatment.
- We specialize in treating musculoskeletal injuries and chronic pain conditions using evidence-based, non-invasive techniques.
- Our compassionate team provides individualized attention in a welcoming environment designed for patient comfort.
- We maintain extended weekday hours to accommodate patients' busy schedules while ensuring timely appointments.
What people say
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Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care focuses on correcting spinal misalignments through manual adjustments and therapeutic exercises. This treatment improves nervous system function, alleviates pain, and enhances overall wellness. Patients receive customized care plans addressing specific conditions like sciatica, neck pain, and sports injuries while emphasizing long-term spinal health maintenance.
Acupuncture
We provide both needle and laser acupuncture treatments based on traditional Chinese medicine principles. This therapy stimulates specific body points to relieve chronic pain, reduce inflammation, and promote natural healing. Our practitioners use sterile techniques to address conditions including migraines, arthritis, and stress-related disorders while ensuring patient comfort throughout the process.
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services combine manual techniques with therapeutic equipment to restore mobility and function. Treatments include interferential stimulation, ultrasound therapy, and kinesio taping for post-injury recovery, post-surgical rehabilitation, and chronic pain management. Each program is tailored to help patients regain strength and prevent future injuries through targeted exercise regimens.
Dry Needling
This specialized treatment targets muscle trigger points using thin needles to relieve tension and improve range of motion. Dry needling addresses neuromuscular conditions causing back pain, headaches, and sports-related injuries. Our certified practitioners follow evidence-based protocols to reduce pain symptoms while promoting improved sleep and digestive function as part of comprehensive care plans.
Spinal Traction
Spinal traction therapy gently stretches the spine to relieve pressure on compressed discs and nerve roots. This non-surgical treatment helps patients with herniated discs, sciatica, and chronic back pain by creating space for healing nutrients to reach affected areas. Our traction tables allow precise adjustments to target specific spinal regions while ensuring patient comfort during sessions.
People
Dr. Christopher Macadam
Chiropractor
Practicing since 2003 after graduating from Logan Chiropractic College, Dr. Macadam specializes in spinal conditions and acupuncture. He maintains professional relationships with local physicians and focuses on community wellness through chiropractic care.
Dr. David Meder
Chiropractor
With 19 years in Norwich following a Boston practice, Dr. Meder holds advanced rehabilitation training and specializes in chronic pain management. He combines chiropractic care with community service as a volunteer firefighter and EMT.
Dr. Justin Corbelle
Chiropractor
Graduating from University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, Dr. Corbelle focuses on musculoskeletal injuries and performance optimization. His background in exercise science informs his approach to treating athletes and prenatal patients.
Questions
What chiropractic services do you offer?
We provide spinal adjustments, acupuncture, dry needling, physical therapy, spinal traction, nutritional counseling, and sports injury rehabilitation using evidence-based techniques.
Do you treat work-related injuries?
Yes, we specialize in workers' compensation rehabilitation with customized treatment plans for job-related musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.
Are your practitioners licensed?
All our chiropractors hold active Connecticut licenses and maintain continuing education in their specialized treatment modalities.
Can you help with pregnancy-related pain?
Yes, we offer prenatal chiropractic care to address neck/back pain and posture issues during pregnancy using safe, gentle techniques.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with most major insurance providers and can verify your coverage details during appointment scheduling.
How soon can I get an appointment?
We typically offer same-day appointments for urgent cases and maintain flexible scheduling options for ongoing care needs.
