Chiropractic Care
Natural, evidence-based care for pain relief, mobility, and wellness in Sussex, Wi. Dr. Stephen offers personalized treatments including hands-on adjustments, specialized techniques, and advanced therapies.
Your Path to Relief Starts Here
At Ideal Human, we specialize in chiropractic care to treat a wide range of conditions, from everyday aches to complex spinal issues. Whether you're dealing with low back pain, neck pain, headaches (tension or migraines), mid back pain, sciatica or leg pain, disc bulges or herniations, or posture-related issues like tech neck, our goal is to restore spinal motion, reduce inflammation, and optimize nerve function—naturally and without drugs or surgery.
Every new patient receives a thorough examination to diagnose your condition accurately and recommend the best treatment plan. Dr. Steve's primary method is hands-on adjusting utilizing motion palpation—a precise assessment technique where he feels for restricted joint movement in the spine or extremities to deliver targeted adjustments that improve motion, alleviate pain, and enhance overall nerve function.
For long-standing issues that make recovery more challenging, Dr. Stephen innovates with advanced therapies to accelerate healing and deliver lasting results.
Our Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Overview: Precise, hands-on adjustments informed by motion palpation—a diagnostic method assessing joint mobility to identify restrictions and deliver targeted corrections.
Benefits: Pain relief, improved mobility, personalized care, and holistic nervous system support.
Conditions Treated: Back/neck pain, headaches/migraines, sciatica, joint stiffness, postural issues, muscle tension.
What to Expect: Gentle joint movement assessment followed by controlled adjustments. Sessions: ~10 minutes, painless.
Shockwave Therapy
Overview: High-energy acoustic waves stimulate regeneration in chronic tissues—non-invasive and evidence-based.
Benefits: Pain reduction, accelerated healing, improved mobility, surgery-free option.
Conditions Treated: Plantar fasciitis, tendinitis, chronic muscle pain, calcific tendinopathy, shin splints, knee pain, trigger points.
What to Expect: Handheld device pulses waves; mild sensation. Sessions: 10-20 minutes, 4-8 for best results.
Laser Therapy
Overview: High-powered laser penetrates deep to reduce inflammation, stimulate repair, and alleviate pain.
Benefits: Pain reduction, faster healing, better mobility, drug-free.
Conditions Treated: Chronic back/neck pain, arthritis, tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, sprains, neuropathy, post-surgical pain.
What to Expect: Warming sensation from handheld device. Sessions: 5-20 minutes, improvements early on.
Dry Needling Therapy
Overview: Thin needles target trigger points and tight muscles to release tension and promote healing—complements chiropractic care.
Benefits: Pain relief, better muscle function, faster recovery, enhanced treatment synergy.
Conditions Treated: Myofascial pain, muscle spasms, tension headaches, neck/back pain, sports injuries, tendonitis.
What to Expect: Palpation identifies points; brief needle insertion may cause twitch. Sessions: 10-30 minutes, minimal discomfort.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What conditions does chiropractic care treat best?
Chiropractic excels at spinal and musculoskeletal issues like back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, and disc problems. It's also excellent for pregnancy discomfort and posture improvement.
Is Cox Flexion Distraction safe for disc herniations?
Yes—it's a gentle, non-forceful alternative to surgery, certified and effective for decompression without risks of traditional adjustments.
How does chiropractic Webster Technique help during pregnancy?
It balances the pelvis to reduce pain, improve mobility, and encourage optimal baby positioning for smoother delivery.
What's the difference between dry needling and acupuncture?
Dry needling targets muscle trigger points for pain relief (Western medicine); acupuncture balances energy meridians (Traditional Chinese).