Chiropractic Care at Wheeler

Your providers

HARTFORD AND WATERBURY
Anthony Debe, DC

Dr. Debe offers chiropractic care for people of all ages. Services are available to the public, as well as for patients registered for Wheeler’s primary care or behavioral health services. Dr. Debe completed his bachelor’s degree at Stony Brook University and earned his doctorate from the University of Bridgeport. He is an adjunct professor at Naugatuck Valley Community College and the University of New Haven, where he teaches Anatomy and Physiology.

BRISTOL AND NEW BRITAIN
Eric Kelly, DC

Dr. Kelly is a valued resource for members of the public and patients of all ages registered for Wheeler’s primary care or behavioral health services. Dr. Kelly received a BA in Chemistry from Purdue University and a doctorate degree from The University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic. He concentrates on musculoskeletal conditions and has an interest in treating sports injuries. Dr. Kelly is an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic.

Real Benefits
Among the most common benefits of chiropractic care are reduced pain levels and increased range of motion in the back, neck, and other joints of the body such as knees and shoulders. Decreased frequency or elimination of headaches also is very common. Reduced muscle tension or muscle spasm is another great benefit of care. Inflammation levels, especially after an accident or injury, can be greatly reduced or eliminated through chiropractic treatments. Targeted stretches and exercises, can work to improve posture and strengthen key muscles to help prevent aches and pains from returning.

Real Results
After receiving chiropractic treatment, many patients report they are able to resume activities they had to stop or were limited in because of their pain levels. Some have worked while in pain and no longer have to do this following care. Aside from back and joint pain, some patients have found relief from debilitating headaches and are now better able to perform their daily activities. Many patients are able to return to hobbies they may have enjoyed prior to their episode of pain, from sports and exercising, to working around the house or in the yard, or other tasks, which may too demanding on the body while suffering from pain.

Myths and Facts
Chiropractic care and its benefits are often misunderstood. Here are common misconceptions and related facts. 

Once patients start care they will always need care. This idea is untrue. In fact, the goal of chiropractic treatment is always to increase patient independence so they do not have to rely on constant care. Chiropractors often work directly with other providers to enable less or no reliance on medications when appropriate.

Chiropractors are not real doctors. Doctors of chiropractic are not medical doctors (MDs), but they are doctorate-level professionals with comparable amounts of education, training, and licensing. Chiropractors, like dentists or podiatrists, specialize in a specific area of expertise.

Chiropractic treatment hurts or is dangerous. Medical research shows that chiropractic care is a safe and effective option for various conditions. It is only utilized after a thorough evaluation is performed, and when it is deemed by the provider to be an appropriate option for care and the patient fully understands and elects to start treatment. Every effort is made to ensure that patients are as comfortable as possible.