Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractors in Needham, MA
Needham Chiropractic Associates has been dedicated to musculoskeletal health since 1981, combining evidence-based chiropractic techniques with patient-centered care. Our team of experienced doctors utilizes advanced methods like Active Release Technique and Graston Technique to address both acute and chronic conditions. We emphasize a holistic approach, integrating spinal and extremity manipulation with soft tissue therapy to restore optimal function. Patient education remains central to our practice, empowering individuals to actively participate in their recovery and long-term wellness. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our specialized training, including military medical experience and certifications in performance healthcare.We serve diverse patients, from athletes seeking peak performance to individuals managing everyday pain, while maintaining strong community ties through veteran healthcare partnerships. Our treatment philosophy prioritizes functional goals, ensuring personalized care plans that address root causes rather than just symptoms. With decades of combined experience, we continue to refine our techniques to deliver effective, lasting results. Our practice remains at the forefront of chiropractic innovation while upholding traditional values of compassionate care. This enduring dedication to both professional excellence and patient well-being defines our approach to musculoskeletal healthcare.
Services
Low Back Pain
Sciatica
Sports Injuries
Spinal Manipulation
Soft Tissue Therapy
Veteran Healthcare
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Doctors with military medical training and veteran healthcare experience
- Personalized treatment plans focused on functional recovery goals
- Advanced techniques including ART and Graston for soft tissue injuries
- Specialized care for athletes and active lifestyles
- Comprehensive approach combining spinal manipulation with patient education
Associations and certifications
- Active Release Technique
- Graston Technique
Services
Spinal Manipulation
Precise joint adjustments restore spinal mobility and alleviate nerve compression. This technique addresses back pain, neck pain, and posture-related issues through controlled manual therapy. Our doctors use specialized training to deliver safe, effective adjustments that improve nervous system function and reduce musculoskeletal pain.
Active Release Technique
Targeted treatment for muscle, tendon, and nerve injuries using patented movement-based massage. ART resolves chronic pain from repetitive strain injuries by breaking down scar tissue and restoring normal tissue function. Effective for carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis, and sports-related soft tissue damage through customized treatment protocols.
Sports Injury Care
Specialized treatment for sports-related musculoskeletal injuries combining chiropractic adjustments with performance rehabilitation. Our approach accelerates recovery from sports injuries while preventing future issues through functional movement analysis and corrective exercises tailored to athletic demands.
Veteran Healthcare
Comprehensive chiropractic services for veterans through VA partnerships. Our military-trained doctors understand service-related musculoskeletal conditions, providing specialized care for combat injuries and deployment-related physical stress through evidence-based chiropractic treatment plans.
Extremity Joint Treatment
Manual therapy addressing shoulder, knee, ankle, and wrist joint dysfunctions. This treatment restores mobility and reduces pain in extremity joints through precise manipulation techniques that consider the interconnected nature of the musculoskeletal system.
People
Nathaniel Tiplady, DC
Chiropractor
Doctor of Chiropractic with Navy internship experience treating military personnel. Certified in ART, Graston Technique, and Titleist Performance Institute methods. Lectures on wellness and ergonomics for Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare.
Claudia Macias, DC
Chiropractor
Kinesiology graduate specializing in functional movement restoration. Certified in Active Release Technique with focus on injury prevention and athletic performance enhancement. Combines chiropractic care with mobility training expertise.
Michael York, DC
Sports Chiropractor
Biomedical Sciences doctor with orthopedic specialization. Treats professional athletes and triathletes using sports injury expertise. Combines clinical experience with personal athletic achievement in competitive endurance sports.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions including low back pain, sciatica, sports injuries, shoulder pain, and extremity joint issues using chiropractic techniques.
What techniques do your doctors use?
Our chiropractors use Active Release Technique, Graston Technique, spinal manipulation, and extremity joint adjustments to address soft tissue and joint dysfunction.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Harvard Pilgrim, Medicare, and veterans' benefits. We also provide receipts for out-of-network insurance reimbursement.
What should I expect on my first visit?
Plan for 45-60 minutes including medical history, physical exam, and initial treatment. Arrive early to complete paperwork or download forms beforehand.
Are your doctors specially trained?
Our team includes doctors with military medical experience, sports injury specialization, and certifications in advanced soft tissue techniques.
Reviews (2)
David Allen
May 09, 2022
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Dr. Nate Tiplady is the best if you need a young strong guy to adjust you! I am 6'2 and over 250lbs and he is pretty much the only chiropractor who can beat on me enough to get me to adjust. I am guessing I have been working with him 10 years+. Now I just need to get him to have on-line scheduling. Nate think technology at a lower cost than calls/email/texts.
Ned Pendergast
Aug 11, 2021
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15 members of my family have gone to Dr. Tiplady multiple times and left satisfied every time. Sore backs, golfers elbow, frozen shoulder, scar tissue, IT band, knee pain, limited mobility, crack your back, don't crack your back (my favorite), squeezing you in on short notice
