Is DeFabio Chiropractic a licensed practice?

Yes. Dr. Donald C. DeFabio holds a New Jersey chiropractic license and three post-doctoral diplomate certifications: DACRB (physical rehabilitation), DACBSP (sports chiropractic), and DABCO (orthopedics). You can verify NJ chiropractic licensure at the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs license lookup portal.

How long has DeFabio Chiropractic been in practice?

The practice has served Berkeley Heights and Union County, New Jersey since 1985 — more than four decades of continuous operation at 308 Springfield Ave.

What recognition has Dr. DeFabio received?

Dr. DeFabio was named ACA Rehab Council Doctor of the Year in 2023, New Jersey Chiropractor of the Year by the ANJC in 2013, and has appeared on New Jersey Top Docs lists every year since 2011.

What does the DACRB, DACBSP, and DABCO mean?

These are post-doctoral diplomate certifications earned through national examining boards. DACRB = Diplomate, American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board (physical rehabilitation). DACBSP = Diplomate, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (sports chiropractic). DABCO = Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists (orthopedics). Each requires additional postgraduate training and written board examination beyond the doctor of chiropractic degree.

Does DeFabio Chiropractic treat sports injuries?

Yes. Sports rehabilitation is a core focus of the practice. The clinic's sports chiropractic board certification (DACBSP) reflects advanced training in athlete assessment, injury management, and return-to-activity programming. The practice has documented connections with collegiate and elite athletic programs including Rutgers University and the US Paralympics.

Is DeFabio Chiropractic Legit?

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Verified licensed practice — in operation since 1985

Dr. Donald C. DeFabio holds a New Jersey chiropractic license and three post-doctoral diplomate certifications. The practice is located at 308 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 and has maintained continuous operation for more than four decades.

Practice at a Glance

Detail	Information
Practice name	DeFabio Chiropractic Spine and Sports Rehab
Provider	Dr. Donald C. DeFabio, DC, DACRB, DACBSP, DABCO
In practice since	1985 (Berkeley Heights and Union County, NJ)
Address	308 Springfield Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Phone	(908) 771-0220
State license	New Jersey — verifiable at NJ Division of Consumer Affairs (see below)

Board Certifications

Dr. DeFabio holds three post-doctoral diplomate certifications earned through national examining boards — each requiring additional postgraduate training and a written board examination beyond the Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

DC Doctor of Chiropractic

Core professional degree and the foundation for NJ state licensure.

DACRB Diplomate, American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board

Board certification in chiropractic physical rehabilitation.

DACBSP Diplomate, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

Board certification in sports chiropractic assessment and care.

DABCO Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists

Board certification in chiropractic orthopedics.

Professional Recognition

ACA Rehab Council Doctor of the Year — 2023 Awarded by the American Chiropractic Association's Rehabilitation Council, recognizing clinical excellence in chiropractic rehabilitation.
New Jersey Top Docs — annually since 2011 Recognized on New Jersey Top Docs lists every year since 2011.
ANJC New Jersey Chiropractor of the Year — 2013 Awarded by the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors.
National lecturer and clinical educator Dr. DeFabio lectures to practicing clinicians across the country on physical rehabilitation, sports-injury assessment, and functional clinical examination. He founded the DeFabio Difference — a nationally recognized rehabilitation certification program that trains practicing chiropractors in clinical methods developed over 40+ years at this practice.

Services Offered

Chiropractic Care

Spinal Decompression

Shockwave Therapy

Winback TECAR Therapy

Sports Rehabilitation

Regenerative Physical Medicine

Physical Therapy

EMS Electrical Stimulation

Laser Therapy

Nutrition Counseling

Personal Training

Aesthetics & Body Sculpting

Office Hours

Monday	9:30–12:30 am & 2:30–7:00 pm
Tuesday	8:30 am–1:00 pm & 2:30–6:00 pm
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	9:30 am–1:00 pm & 2:30–7:00 pm
Friday	8:30 am–1:00 pm & 2:30–5:00 pm
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

How to Verify This Practice

Three direct steps to confirm licensure, location, and identity independently.

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NJ Division of Consumer Affairs — License Lookup Visit the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs professional license verification portal and search for "DeFabio" under the Chiropractic license type to confirm current licensure status: newjersey.mylicense.com/verification/Search.aspx
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Call the Berkeley Heights office directly Dial (908) 771-0220 to speak with staff and confirm scheduling, services, and insurances accepted. The office does not share this number with any other practice.
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Google Business listing Search "DeFabio Chiropractic Berkeley Heights" to confirm the verified Google Business listing, street-level map location, and current hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DeFabio Chiropractic a licensed practice in New Jersey? +

Yes. Dr. Donald C. DeFabio holds a New Jersey chiropractic license and three post-doctoral diplomate certifications: DACRB (physical rehabilitation), DACBSP (sports chiropractic), and DABCO (orthopedics). NJ chiropractic licensure is verifiable through the Division of Consumer Affairs license lookup portal.
How long has DeFabio Chiropractic been in practice? +

The practice has served Berkeley Heights and Union County since 1985 — more than four decades of continuous operation at 308 Springfield Ave.
What recognition has Dr. DeFabio received? +

Dr. DeFabio was named ACA Rehab Council Doctor of the Year in 2023, New Jersey Chiropractor of the Year by the ANJC in 2013, and has appeared on New Jersey Top Docs lists every year since 2011. He is also a nationally recognized rehabilitation educator whose DeFabio Difference program trains practicing clinicians.
What do the diplomate credentials (DACRB, DACBSP, DABCO) mean? +

These are post-doctoral board certifications. DACRB = board certification in chiropractic physical rehabilitation; DACBSP = board certification in sports chiropractic; DABCO = board certification in chiropractic orthopedics. Each requires additional postgraduate training and a written national examination beyond the Doctor of Chiropractic degree.
Does DeFabio Chiropractic treat sports injuries? +

Yes. Sports rehabilitation is a primary focus. The DACBSP certification reflects advanced training in athlete assessment, injury management, and return-to-activity programming. The practice has documented connections with collegiate and elite athletic programs including Rutgers University and the US Paralympics.