North Ridge Integrative Health
North Ridge Integrative Health is a chiropractic and wellness practice on North Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Chiropractic Physician Dr. Charles M. Palminteri, B.S., D.C. leads a team that includes an office manager, a clinical hypnotherapist and four licensed massage therapists. The practice treats disc problems, osteoarthritis, joint dysfunction, neck and back pain, headaches, sciatica, pinched nerves, carpal tunnel syndrome and shoulder, hip and knee complaints, and it also handles auto accident and personal injury cases with an attorney referral program. Alongside chiropractic adjustments the office offers medical massage therapy in modalities that include neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, reflexology, deep tissue, sports stretching, hot stone, prenatal, aromatherapy and lymphatic drainage. Shockwave therapy is available as a non-invasive option for plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, shoulder tendonitis, Achilles tendinopathy and other musculoskeletal conditions. The practice describes over 30 years of trusted service in Fort Lauderdale and says patients are treated like family.
Services
Chiropractic care
Manual manipulation of the spine to restore the normal movement and position of the spinal vertebrae, used for disc problems, osteoarthritis, joint dysfunction, neck and back pain, headaches, sciatica, pinched nerve, carpal tunnel syndrome, and shoulder, hip and knee complaints
Medical massage therapy
Results oriented massage delivered by licensed massage therapists under a personalized care plan that combines traditional and holistic methods
Shockwave therapy
Non-invasive treatment that uses high energy acoustic waves to increase circulation, break up scar tissue and promote regeneration of injured tissue, with no surgery, injections or medication
Auto accident and personal injury treatment
Care for whiplash, muscle tightness, herniations and spinal misalignments after a collision or slip and fall, with a customized treatment plan and timeline
Neuromuscular therapy
Soft tissue and joint work that breaks down scar tissue, relaxes tight muscles and increases range of motion
Why choose us?
Location & hours
5353 N Federal Hwy Space 220, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, USA
FAQs
What services does North Ridge Integrative Health offer?
The practice offers chiropractic care, medical massage therapy and shockwave therapy. Massage modalities include neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, reflexology, deep tissue, sports stretching, hot stone, prenatal, cupping, aromatherapy and lymphatic drainage. The office also treats auto accident and personal injury patients.
What conditions do you treat?
Chiropractic care at the office addresses disc problems, osteoarthritis, joint dysfunction, neck and back pain, headaches, sciatica, pinched nerves, carpal tunnel syndrome and shoulder, hip and knee complaints, along with maintenance care for patients who want to stay ahead of pain.
What is shockwave therapy and what does it treat?
Shockwave therapy uses high energy acoustic waves to stimulate the body's natural healing process, increase circulation and break up scar tissue with no surgery, injections or prolonged downtime. The office uses it for plantar fasciitis, tennis and golfer's elbow, shoulder tendonitis, hip pain and trochanteric bursitis, Achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, rotator cuff issues, chronic muscle pain and scar tissue. Most patients benefit from one session per week for three to six weeks.
Is shockwave therapy covered by insurance?
No. North Ridge Integrative Health states that shockwave therapy is considered an elective treatment and is not currently covered by insurance plans. The office reviews your medical history at consultation to confirm the treatment is safe and appropriate for you.
Can you help after a car accident?
Yes. The office encourages accident patients to come in right away so the cause of the pain can be identified before it becomes chronic. Treatment can include spinal adjustments, massage therapy, trigger point therapy and other soft tissue rehabilitation, and an attorney referral program is available.
Who will I see at the practice?
Chiropractic care is provided by Dr. Charles M. Palminteri, B.S., D.C., who holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from the University of North Florida and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College, and who is certified in Spinal Decompression using the Kennedy Decompression Technique. Massage therapy is provided by licensed massage therapists Ricardo Chaves, Brett Meyer, Brenda Kerr and Olga Lebron. Theresa Ivory manages the office and Elke Kappner is a clinical hypnotherapist.
Where are you located and what are your hours?
The office is at 5353 North Federal Highway, Suite 220, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308. Hours are Monday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Wednesday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Thursday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The office is closed Tuesday and Sunday.
How do I book an appointment?
Call (954) 491-8127 or send a message through the contact form on the website. New patient forms are available on the site so you can complete paperwork before your first visit.