Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Holistic Health Solutions in Long Branch, NJ
Natural Healthcare Center was founded in 2003 by Dr. James Proodian with a vision to transform healthcare through proactive disease prevention and root-cause treatment. Our team of experts integrates chiropractic care, acupuncture, clinical nutrition, and physical therapy to address each patient's unique needs. We prioritize personalized treatment plans that combine advanced diagnostics with evidence-based therapies, focusing on the interconnected Triad of Healthphysical, nutritional, and psychological.With over two decades of experience, we emphasize patient education and lifestyle changes to achieve lasting wellness. Our facility in Long Branch, NJ, offers a welcoming environment where patients receive coordinated care from a multidisciplinary team committed to excellence and community health literacy.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Acupuncture
Clinical Nutrition
Massage Therapy
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Nutrigenomics
Supplements
Podiatry
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We develop personalized treatment plans addressing the root cause of health issues.
- Our integrative model combines chiropractic, nutrition, and physical therapy for comprehensive care.
- Board-certified specialists with decades of combined experience in functional medicine.
- 99.2% patient referral rate based on proven outcomes and compassionate service.
- Focus on health literacy and patient education for sustainable lifestyle changes.
What people say
Amazing place overall
Most caring staff
Personalized treatment plans
Expertise in root-cause care
99.2% referral rate
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care uses advanced techniques like Cox Technic to realign the spine, enhancing nervous system function and enabling natural healing. We address musculoskeletal conditions while integrating nutritional and psychological factors for comprehensive treatment. Patients receive massage therapy as part of their care to accelerate recovery and reduce pain without medication.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture stimulates the body's immune response by inserting fine needles at meridian points to restore energy flow. We treat chronic pain, inflammation, and systemic imbalances while reducing reliance on opioids. Treatments are personalized to address conditions like arthritis, migraines, and stress-related disorders through evidence-based protocols.
Clinical Nutrition
Our clinical nutrition program analyzes individual dietary needs through lab testing and functional assessments. Personalized protocols address metabolic syndrome, food sensitivities, and chronic illnesses using anti-inflammatory diets and nutrigenomics to optimize gene-nutrient interactions for long-term health.
Massage Therapy
Licensed therapists use Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massage techniques to relieve muscle tension and improve circulation. Treatments are integrated with chiropractic and physical therapy for injury recovery, stress reduction, and enhanced athletic performance in a clinical setting.
Physical Therapy
Custom rehabilitation programs combine therapeutic exercises and manual therapy to restore mobility after injuries or surgeries. Our team collaborates with chiropractors and nutritionists to address musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary conditions through functional restoration and postural correction.
People
Dr. James Proodian
Founder, Chiropractic Physician
Dr. Proodian founded Natural Healthcare Center in 2003 after identifying gaps in conventional healthcare. A Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, he specializes in integrative care and has advanced training in Cox Technic spinal decompression for treating complex spinal conditions.
Dr. Kurt Hostnik
Chiropractic Neurologist
Board-certified in chiropractic neurology, Dr. Hostnik treats neurological conditions like vertigo, concussions, and movement disorders using functional neurology techniques to optimize nervous system performance through targeted rehabilitative protocols.
Dr. Oscar Coetzee
Director of Clinical Nutrition
With a PhD in Clinical Nutrition, Dr. Coetzee develops evidence-based dietary programs for metabolic syndrome, autoimmune disorders, and chronic pain. He integrates nutrigenomics to personalize nutrition plans based on genetic markers and biochemical individuality.
Aaron Park
Licensed Acupuncturist
Specializing in traditional Chinese medicine, Aaron uses acupuncture to treat pain management, stress reduction, and systemic imbalances. He incorporates modern research to enhance meridian-based treatments for conditions like arthritis and sports injuries.
Danielle Arnold
Clinical Nutritionist
Danielle provides 60-minute nutritional consultations, conducting dietary analyses and functional testing to address gut health, hormonal imbalances, and chronic inflammation through personalized supplementation and lifestyle modifications.
Questions
What makes your approach different from conventional clinics?
We focus on root-cause diagnosis through integrative testing and combine chiropractic, nutrition, and physical therapy for comprehensive, personalized care.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide superbills for out-of-network insurance reimbursement but do not directly bill insurance carriers for greater treatment flexibility.
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in chronic pain, arthritis, sports injuries, metabolic syndrome, and neurological conditions through non-invasive, drug-free therapies.
Are services covered by Medicare?
We do not accept Medicare to maintain our patient-centered care model without bureaucratic constraints on treatment duration or methods.
How are treatment plans developed?
Plans integrate diagnostic imaging, blood work, and patient history to create multidisciplinary protocols addressing physical, nutritional, and psychological health aspects.
What safety measures are in place during the pandemic?
We stagger appointments, use medical-grade disinfectants, and follow CDC guidelines while remaining open for essential healthcare services.
