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The Importance of Office Ergonomics

Joseph Coupal - Monday, April 16, 2018

By Dr. Tyler J. Carlock, D.C.  There is a new saying going around that “sitting is the new smoking” and it is a problem that is affecting millions of Americans. How many of us sit all day for our 9-5 job? The vast majority of America is sitting more than...

A Chiropractor's Take on Fad Diets

Darren Kincaid - Thursday, March 22, 2018

By Dr. Tyler J. Carlock, D.C. Today, more than ever, fad diets are becoming a popular way to lose weight fast. Diets are based on everything from a persons blood type, skin color, eye color, counting carbs, and some are based on nothing at all. Many of these diets are...

Types of Arthritis and How to Treat Them

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, March 01, 2018

By Dr. Tyler J. Carlock, D.C. With the American population ever-increasing and life expectancy getting higher- arthritis is on the verge of becoming an epidemic in this country. Arthritis can be a disabling and crippling disease that forces thousands of Americans to become bedridden. Arthritis takes on two distinct forms....

Dr. Fedich Discusses “Rules” for Healthy Sleep

Darren Kincaid - Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Hello, everybody. Dr. James Fedich here, Clinic director at Village Family Clinic. If you don't know, we are Hackettstown, New Jersey’s premiere Chiropractic clinic, and are one of the area's largest healthcare providers. We have multiple chiropractors, physical therapists, acupuncturists, nutritionists, and medical pain management here for all your healthcare...

Chiropractic Treatment of Pinched Nerves (Hacketstown, NJ)

Darren Kincaid - Tuesday, February 06, 2018

This Village Family Clinic (Hackettstown, NJ) blog post is presented by Dr. Thomas Miller who defines and discusses one of the most common ailments treated by chiropractors, the "pinched nerve".   If you suspect your suffer from a pinched nerve in and/or around the Hacketstown NJ area, this video will help explain what is...

Female Veterans--Fastest Growing Chiropractic Patient Block

Joseph Coupal - Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Hello again dear friends from Dr. James and his staff here at Hackettstown's Village Family Clinic.  Our friends at the American Chiropractic Association are a wealth of knowledge and they invite us to share their insight into the subject of chiropractic treatment as well as the chiropractic industry as a whole. ...

Dr. Fedich Endorses ChiroSlumber Mattresses for Spine and Neck Health

Joseph Coupal - Tuesday, January 23, 2018

Here at Village Family Chiropractic Clinic in Hacketstown, NJ, we consider the mattress to be a critical element of your overall spine and neck health.  As such, Dr. Fedich and his staff invest time and energy researching the mattress industry in search of the absolute best in support of promoting spine...

Acupuncture Treatment for PTSD

Darren Kincaid - Tuesday, January 16, 2018

This Village Family Clinic (Hackettstown, NJ) blog post is presented by Dr. Karen Zuidema who demonstrates the use of acupuncture in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  If you seek treatment from PTSD and live in and/or around the Hacketstown NJ area, this video demonstrates how acupuncture serves to stimulate the brain...

Graston Chiropractic Technique Demonstration

Darren Kincaid - Tuesday, January 09, 2018

This Village Family Clinic (Hackettstown, NJ) blog post is presented by Dr. Miller who demonstrates soft tissue modality using the "Graston" technique.  If you suffer any form of back pain in (or around) Hackettstown NJ, the Graston technique is but one of many different chiropractic services provided here in our modern and comfortable...

Hackettstown NJ's Village Family Clinic Treats Arthritis Sufferers

Darren Kincaid - Tuesday, January 02, 2018

This is a neck and spine-related blog post dedicated to you who suffer from arthritic pain in your spine and neck. This blog post is brought to you from you friends at Village Family Clinic here in Hackettstown NJ. We author works (like today's post on arthritis) because we take...

Happy New Year from Village Family Clinic

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, December 28, 2017

Happy New Year from Village Family Clinic. We would like to thank our patients, friends, family, and community for allowing our business to be part of your lives in 2017. We wish all of you a wonderful and prosperous 2018! If we have had the pleasure of being your choice...

Hackettstown NJ's Top Chiro Team Offers Simple Advice on Posture

Darren Kincaid - Tuesday, December 26, 2017

Hello again dear friends from Dr. Fedich and his team here at Hackettstown NJ's Villiage Family Clinic.  Let's talk posture! We often hear that good posture is essential for good health. Good posture affects your overall wellbeing specifically when it pertains to neck and spine health. We recognize poor posture when...

Give A Free Holiday Gift in 30-Seconds or Less

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, December 20, 2017

If a friend, relative, or valued service provider has a website, give them the gift of a business Facebook “like” this Holiday season. This act is free and will literally take you 30 seconds or less. By doing so, you help your friend or relative further establish business credibility and...

Full-Body Massage Combats Tension - Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Massage therapy in Allamuchy, NJ has several advantages for your wellness. These advantages go far beyond the hour spent relaxing quietly while being massaged. Evidence indicates that tension is a root cause of many different illnesses. You can alleviate or relieve tension through a full body massage to stop issues from...

Recurring Chiro Treatment Keeps Patient Employed

Darren Kincaid - Tuesday, December 12, 2017

This video exemplifies a recurring Village Family Clinic celebration.  It is a typical good news story. This man is a self-described "aging carpenter" that came to us four years ago with concern that his back pain was going to rob him of the very ability to remain gainfully employed.  He credits...

Patient Chooses Chiropractic Care Over Orthopedic Care

Darren Kincaid - Tuesday, December 05, 2017

This is Ross' story.  We've been treating Ross here at Village Family Clinic for four months now.  He has a lower herniated disc and pinched nerve that leaves his right side numb.  Watch the video and hear Ross personally describe how his chiropractic treatment here in our Hackettstown chiropractic clinic...

Chiropractic Adjustments without Cracking

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Today we are going to show you an instrument to adjust different areas of the spine. It doesn't always have to be a big forcible adjustment. Some people don't like that style of manipulation. So what we have here is the impulse adjusting tool. It delivers the force into the...

Happy Thanksgiving From Village Family Clinic

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, November 22, 2017

It’s Thanksgiving week and a time each year when we reflect upon the blessing within our lives. Today our warmest Thanksgiving wishes go out to all of you, our clients, friends, and neighbors. Along with this note of thanks to you, this week we offer a special Thanksgiving “shout-out” to...

Trunk Or Treat event!

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, October 05, 2017

Join us for our first annual Open to the Public Trunk Or Treat event! 9am- Cars arrive for set up 10am- trunk or treating starts for the kids 10:30- 12pm- Pumpkin Painting contest starts 12pm- event ends and decorations can be taken down Cash Prizes for decorated cars in the...

How To Choose Your Doctor of Chiropractic Service

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, October 05, 2017

Your friends here at Village Family Clinic are happy to inform that we've "checked all the boxes" that the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) recommends for you to choose your doctor of choice. Here are the ACA guidelines recommended for qualifying your chiropractic care team: When Choosing a Doctor of Chiropractic,...

Tips For A Healthy Spine

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, September 21, 2017

Our friends at the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) generously share resources that we can pass along to you. It is a shared goal of the ACA and us to offer you education and advice regarding overall spine and neck health. All of us who treat spine and neck pain here...

Do Insurance Plans Cover Chiropractic Care? (Yes They Do)

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, September 07, 2017

One of the frequently asked questions that our chiropractic care team here at Village Family Clinic gets is: "Does my health insurance cover chiropractic care services?"  The short answer is chiropractic care is included in most health insurance plans, including major medical plans, workers compensation, Medicare, some Medicaid plans, and...

Spinal Manipulation - It's Just What the (Medical) Doctor Orders

Joseph Coupal - Monday, August 28, 2017

Your spinal health professionals here in Hackettstown, NJ wish to share with you some statistics derived from The American College of Physicians, the 2017 Journal of the American Medical Association (and others) about the benefits of chiropractic spinal manipulation. While none of these findings are news to those of us...

Find out what Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression Can Do for You

Joseph Coupal - Monday, August 21, 2017

There are many different benefits of spinal decompression which have brought this procedure more into the spotlight. As a result, more people are becoming interested in finding out if it can be beneficial in helping them treat their chronic back pain. Nonsurgical spinal decompression therapy in Allamuchy, NJ has become...

Using Spinal Braces as part of a Chiropractic Treatment Program

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, August 03, 2017

A spinal brace is worn for lumbar support. This non-invasive treatment is sometimes used in conjunction with chiropractic spinal decompression as well as other treatment options such as cold laser therapy treatment in order to treat chronic back pain. These spinal braces, also known as back braces, limit motion, stabilize...

Hackettstown Health Clinic gives back to the Community

Joseph Coupal - Monday, July 03, 2017

Hackettstown, NJ (June 9, 2017) – Village Family Clinic, a Multi-Disciplinary Health Center, gives back to the community by delivering complimentary health and wellness workshops. Since opening in 2003 Dr. Fedich, along with the staff have helped thousands get relief from chronic pain, as well as living a healthier lifestyle,...

Hackettstown Clinic hosts Complimentary Introduction to Reiki Workshop open to the Public

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, June 22, 2017

Hackettstown, NJ (June 19, 2017) – Village Family Clinic is hosting complimentary wellness workshops to give free education once a month. Village Family Clinic, is a Multi-Disciplinary Health Center that offers the most comprehensive and advanced treatment. Some options include, medical cold laser, chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture, non-surgical spinal decompression,...

Drug-Free Chiropractic Treatment for Patients with Back and Spine Pain

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, June 14, 2017

More and more medical doctors recommend nonpharmacological (drug-free) chiropractic treatments for patients with back and spine pain. The reason medical doctors turn to the chiropractic community for patient treatment relates to their crystal clear understanding of the opioid epidemic and the opioid-related health risk that their patients face. They understand...

Lower Left Back Pain – Causes and Who can Help You - Hackettstown, NJ

Darren Kincaid - Wednesday, May 24, 2017

So the lower left-side of your back is giving you fits. You have two burning questions. What happened? How do I get this fixed? Both are important questions. Getting the former answered will help you prevent recurrence. But you're much more likely in getting the latter questioned answered, and fast!...

Mobile Phone Text Neck and How to Prevent It – Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, May 10, 2017

This blog post is another in Allamuchy’s Village Family Clinic’s commitment to public education and the promotion of sound spine and neck health. Last week we asked “What can you do today to give you the best chance to delay (if not outright avoid) age-related back and neck problems”? In...

Chiropractic Manipulation 101 – Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, April 26, 2017

There are well over 100 types of adjusting techniques used by chiropractors throughout the world. Typically, chiropractic doctors will focus on and utilize 2 or 3 different approaches in their practice. Here at Allamuchy’s Village Family Clinic, we are trained and experienced in a multitude of adjusting techniques that enable...

Back Pain and Spinal Bracing – Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, April 12, 2017

Spinal braces are sometimes used in conjunction with chiropractic spinal decompression (and other treatment options such as cold laser therapy treatment) to treat chronic neck and spinal pain. Spinal braces limit motion, stabilize weak or injured spinal structures, and can prevent the progression of spinal deformity. What is an Orthotist...

Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression Treats Disc Injuries that are Common in The Neck and Lower Back – Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, March 16, 2017

Because of the different benefits of spinal decompression, it has become one of the most common treatments for neck and back pain. It is effective in treating conditions like limited to bulging or herniated discs, pinched nerve, radiating arm pain, and more. Non-surgical spinal decompression is a revolutionary new technology...

Chronic Pain Management for Pain that Does not Improve with Time - Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Monday, February 27, 2017

Pain is considered chronic when it does not improve with time. It is also chronic if it persists longer than expected after an illness or injury, if it flares up periodically over months and years, or if it is associated with a chronic pathological process. Chronic pain may be caused...

Happy New Year from Village Family Clinic

Joseph Coupal - Friday, January 06, 2017

Happy New Year 2017 from Village Family Clinic! A fresh new year has arrived once again. It’s the time to be thankful for everything we have and for everything we have achieved in the past year. But it is also time to start new, start strong, and accomplish everything we...

Happy Holidays from Village Family Clinic

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, December 29, 2016

It is once again "end-of-year" blog post reflection time. If you are reading this blog post, you care enough about us and our business to invest a minute or two reading here. That means a lot to us. The primary reason for this blog is to educate and inform our...

Full-Body Massage Therapy Keeps People Emotionally and Physically Healthy - Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Monday, December 19, 2016

Full-body massage therapy in Allamuchy, NJ has grown in popularity because of the different benefits it offers. One benefit of massage is that it focuses on overall wellness and the benefits are ongoing keeping you well emotionally and physically. In full body massage therapy, the soft tissue is manipulated using...

Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression – Why Proper Patient Screening is Required - Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Nonsurgical spinal decompression is very safe and effective when it comes to treating various health conditions. These conditions include bulging discs, herniated discs, pinched nerves, radiating arm pain, degenerative disc disease, leg pain, sciatica, facet syndromes, and many other related conditions. In order to achieve and maximize the benefits of...

Whole-Body Vibration Therapy Puts A Scientific Twist on Health and Wellness - Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Friday, November 11, 2016

Whole-body vibration therapy in Allamuchy, NJ puts a scientific twist on health and wellness. By standing on a vibration plate, the body moves continuously in a rocking movement similar to walking; this naturally stimulates every cell in the body so that the energy is not stagnant or out of balance....

Full-Body Massage Therapy has more Benefits than You Realize - Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Monday, October 17, 2016

Choosing full body massage therapy has more benefits than you probably realize. Because you become relaxed and rejuvenated after massage therapy, you become energized to take on life. Massage keeps your body working optimally, especially when you receive massages regularly. With full body massage therapy, your entire body, from your...

Village Family Clinic is a Small Business Supported by Garrett for Congress - Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, October 12, 2016

Earlier today, Garrett for Congress announced the endorsement of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). "Small businesses have a tremendous impact in the Fifth District, from creating job opportunities to providing goods and services to our community,” said Rep. Scott Garrett. “I'm honored to receive the endorsement of the...

Multi-Specialty Medical Facility - Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Friday, September 30, 2016

If you suffer from pain or discomfort caused by injury, disease, or genetics, Village Family Clinic may be able to help. Watch our new commercial and see how we have helped so many people get back to their normal lives. "I went through orthopedics, I went through physical therapy, none...

Cupping and Acupuncture in Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Monday, September 19, 2016

You may have been wondering about the "bruises" on swimmer Michael Phelps' body during the Summer Olympics. Those were from a procedure called Cupping. Cupping is a therapy where heated glass cups are applied to the skin along the meridians of the body, creating suction as a way of stimulating...

Affordable Medical-Based Massage Therapy Helps Fight Off Tension in The Body - Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Tuesday, September 06, 2016

When you choose affordable medical-based massage therapy in Allamuchy, NJ, you will be massaged from head to toes, front and back, using an assortment of strokes on different parts of your body to encourage relaxation and healing. This full-body massage can actually generate a multitude of benefits to your well-being...

Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression, A FDA-Approved Procedure Known to Eliminate Herniated Disc - Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Before resorting to back surgery, consider a non-invasive solution to chronic pain – nonsurgical spinal decompression. It works effectively in lessening one’s debilitating back pain due to herniated discs and actually helps eliminate this condition without having to undergo surgery. Constant bending over can take a toll on your spine...

Full Body Massage Therapy is an Outstanding Way to Fight Tension and Pain in The Body - Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Full body massage therapy is an outstanding way to help fight tension and pain. Massage therapy generates multiple wellness benefits that go far beyond the hour relaxing quietly and escaping the day. Tension is one of the root causes for various illnesses. If your aim is to alleviate different types...

Techs Neck or Bad Posture Treatment in Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, July 27, 2016

One of the more frequent questions we get asked is about Techs Neck. Years ago, we used to call it bad posture. Now, with iPads and iPhones, everyone is walking hunched over all day, and we now call this "Techs Neck". How can this affect your body and what can...

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment in Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Wednesday, July 13, 2016

One of the common questions we get at the clinic is about Plantar Fasciitis, or Heel Spurs is another name for it. It is a very common condition. This year we saw Peyton Manning miss five weeks for plantar fascia. This can be pretty debilitating. There are varying degrees of...

Herniated Disc and Bulging Disc Treatment in Hackettstown, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Thursday, June 30, 2016

One of the most common questions we get here at the clinic is in regards to disc herniations and disc bulges. There is a lot of misunderstanding and a lot of fancy vernacular regarding these issues. Hopefully, I will be able to explain these things a little bit better along...

Acupuncture Treatment Relieves Pain and Fatigue - Allamuchy, NJ

Joseph Coupal - Friday, June 10, 2016

“It’s been amazing. I’m a cancer survivor so I’ve dealt with a lot of issues in my life – long term effects from chemo therapy and fatigue. I get a lot of muscle aches so acupuncture has been incredible for me. I have more energy. I’ve always been into different...


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