Hours: Mon & Thu 9:30–7 · Tue & Fri 8:30–6 · Wed/Sat/Sun Closed
(908) 771-0220
Core Service
Accurate diagnosis, precise adjustment, lasting results. DeFabio Chiropractic has been delivering evidence-based chiropractic care to Berkeley Heights and Union County patients for over 30 years.
Chiropractic care is a licensed healthcare discipline focused on the diagnosis and treatment of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system — particularly the spine. When joints lose their normal range of motion, the surrounding muscles compensate, nerve pathways become irritated, and pain follows. Chiropractic adjustments restore proper joint mechanics, reducing pain and allowing the body to heal efficiently.
At DeFabio Chiropractic, care begins before any treatment is rendered. Dr. Donald DeFabio conducts a thorough orthopedic and neurological examination, reviews your history, and orders imaging when clinically indicated. The diagnosis drives the treatment — not the other way around.
Every new patient receives a structured intake that includes postural analysis, range-of-motion testing, orthopedic stress tests, and neurological screening. When imaging is warranted — X-rays, MRI, or advanced diagnostic studies — we coordinate referrals so nothing is missed.
Dr. DeFabio draws from multiple adjusting methods — diversified technique, Thompson drop, activator, and mobilization — selecting the approach most appropriate for your presentation, age, and comfort level. Adjustments are never one-size-fits-all.
Many patients present with conditions that benefit from more than one modality. DeFabio Chiropractic integrates spinal decompression, shockwave therapy, Winback TECAR therapy, and rehabilitation exercises within the same plan when the clinical picture supports it. You receive coordinated care without shuttling between providers.
Your first appointment is devoted to understanding your problem — not selling a treatment package. The examination takes 45 to 60 minutes. Dr. DeFabio reviews findings with you in plain language, explains the working diagnosis, and presents a care plan with realistic timelines and measurable goals. Questions are expected and answered directly.
Schedule a comprehensive chiropractic examination at DeFabio Chiropractic in Berkeley Heights, NJ.
Chiropractic care addresses back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, disc injuries, joint dysfunction, and a range of musculoskeletal pain syndromes. We begin with a thorough examination to confirm the diagnosis before recommending treatment.
Chiropractic adjustments are well-documented as safe when performed by a licensed practitioner after an appropriate examination. Our doctors review your history and imaging before beginning care.
Visit frequency depends on your diagnosis, severity, and goals. After your examination, we provide a clear plan with timelines. We do not prescribe indefinite care without clinical justification.
Yes. We accept most major plans including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UHC, and Medicare. Call (908) 771-0220 to verify your specific coverage.
