Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Chiropractic & Wellness Solutions in Ridgefield
At Ridgefield Chiropractic & Wellness Center, we are dedicated to enhancing your quality of life through comprehensive, wellness-centered care. Founded in 2000, our practice integrates chiropractic care, physical therapy, and holistic wellness services to address structural, nutritional, and emotional health. Our team of certified professionals utilizes advanced diagnostic tools like GaitScan analysis and offers personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs. We emphasize the body's innate ability to heal itself, combining spinal adjustments with soft tissue therapies, nutritional guidance, and rehabilitation. With expertise in sports chiropractic and functional medicine, we serve patients of all ages and activity levels, prioritizing preventative care and long-term wellness.Our mission is to restore optimal health through non-invasive, drug-free approaches while collaborating with the medical community for comprehensive care. We specialize in treating spinal conditions, sports injuries, and chronic pain, offering mobile services for motocross athletes. Our commitment to continuous education ensures cutting-edge treatments, including low-level cold laser therapy and custom orthotics. By addressing root causes rather than symptoms, we empower patients to achieve lasting health improvements and improved quality of life.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Physical Therapy
Massage Therapy
Acupuncture
Functional Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine
Gait Analysis
Custom Orthotics
Nutritional Consultation
Nutritional Supplements
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in chiropractic care since 2000
- Our team consists of certified experts with advanced training in sports medicine
- We provide wellness-centered care addressing structural, nutritional, and emotional health
- We use advanced diagnostic tools like GaitScan analysis for precise treatment
- We offer customized treatment plans integrating multiple therapies
Associations and certifications
- American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians
- Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care focuses on correcting vertebral subluxations through precise adjustments to restore nervous system function. This science-based approach addresses spinal conditions like sciatica, scoliosis, and sports injuries while improving overall wellness. Treatments combine manual adjustments with soft tissue therapies and low-level cold laser therapy for comprehensive pain relief and improved mobility.
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy services utilize modalities like ultrasound, electric muscle stimulation, and shockwave therapy to enhance recovery from injuries. Our programs include therapeutic exercises, ergonomic training, and home exercise plans to improve strength, flexibility, and functional mobility for patients recovering from musculoskeletal conditions or surgeries.
Massage Therapy
Medical massage therapy addresses chronic pain, sports injuries, and postural issues through techniques like deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy. Our licensed therapists create customized treatment plans to reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, and support rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions while promoting overall relaxation and wellness.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatments use fine needles inserted at specific points to balance energy flow and stimulate natural healing. This service addresses chronic pain, stress-related conditions, and digestive issues while complementing other therapies. Our practitioners combine traditional techniques with modern approaches like electro-acupuncture for enhanced treatment outcomes and symptom management.
Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine offers holistic treatment through natural therapies including clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, and lifestyle counseling. Our licensed naturopathic physicians develop personalized plans to address chronic conditions, hormonal imbalances, and wellness goals using evidence-based natural remedies and preventative care strategies for long-term health improvement.
People
Dr. Christopher C. Mascetta
Doctor of Chiropractic
Board-certified chiropractic sports physician with 25+ years experience. Specializes in sports injury rehabilitation and functional medicine. Founder of Ridgefield Chiropractic & Wellness Center since 2000. Advanced training in chiropractic neurology and motocross athlete care.
Dr. Stephanie DeSousa
Naturopathic Physician
Licensed naturopathic doctor with expertise in holistic healthcare. Graduated from University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine. Specializes in women's health, nutritional counseling, and chronic condition management through natural therapies.
Lucy Peralta-Hayes
Medical Massage Practitioner
Certified medical massage therapist with specialized training in multiple modalities. Experienced in scoliosis rehabilitation and sports injury recovery. Holds certifications in kinesio taping and lymphatic drainage techniques for comprehensive patient care.
Elizabeth Tilly
Licensed Massage Therapist
Practicing massage therapist since 1991 with expertise in medical, deep tissue, and Swedish massage. Specializes in chronic pain management and postural rehabilitation through integrative massage therapy techniques and energy therapies.
Marilyn Jackson
Acupuncturist
Board-certified acupuncturist and clinical herbalist with training from Emperors College. Specializes in women's health and traditional Chinese medicine. Offers both in-person and remote acupuncture treatments for various health conditions.
Questions
What chiropractic services do you offer?
We provide spinal adjustments, sports injury rehabilitation, gait analysis, and custom orthotics. Our care addresses conditions like sciatica, scoliosis, and chronic pain through non-invasive, drug-free treatments.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept most local insurance plans as an in-network provider. We verify coverage for patients and offer affordable care plans for those without insurance.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a comprehensive consultation, physical examination, and diagnostic assessments. We'll develop a personalized treatment plan addressing your specific health goals and concerns.
Are your practitioners licensed and certified?
Yes, our team includes board-certified chiropractors, licensed massage therapists, and certified naturopathic physicians with advanced training in their respective specialties.
Do you treat sports injuries?
Yes, we specialize in sports injury treatment and performance enhancement. Our services include injury rehabilitation, preventive care, and mobile chiropractic support for motocross athletes.
What wellness education programs do you offer?
We provide nutritional consultations, ergonomic training, and lifestyle counseling through our Wellness Education Foundation to promote holistic health and disease prevention.
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