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Expert Chiropractic & Nutrition Care in New York
Dr. Richard Kowal is a seasoned chiropractor and clinical nutritionist with decades of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions through gentle, hands-on therapeutic techniques. Specializing in non-invasive care, he combines chiropractic adjustments with exercise, posture correction, and nutritional counseling to address acute and chronic pain. A graduate of Cornell University and New York Chiropractic College, Dr. Kowal has built a reputation for methodical, patient-centered care, serving Manhattan residents and consulting at Manhattan Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.Featured in national media outlets, he emphasizes holistic health and preventive strategies, including weight loss and metabolic risk reduction. His practice integrates innovative treatments like pulsed radiofrequency therapy while maintaining a commitment to personalized, transparent care.
Services
Low Back Pain
Neck Pain
Sciatica
Pinched Nerve
Herniated Disc
Diabetic Neuropathy
Frozen Shoulder
Weight Loss
Knee Pain
Arthritis
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of chiropractic and nutritional expertise
- Our team specializes in non-cracking, gentle manual therapy techniques
- We integrate metabolic health strategies with musculoskeletal treatment
- Our practice is featured in national media outlets
- We provide orthopedic referral partnerships for comprehensive care
What people say
Highly effective treatments
Wonderful doctor
Best chiropractor
Gifted practitioner
Sensitive healer
Services
Low Back Pain
Specialized treatment for acute and chronic lower back pain using gentle mobilization techniques, myofascial release, and movement retraining. Our approach addresses root causes through posture correction and ergonomic adjustments while incorporating metabolic health strategies. Patients often experience relief during the first visit through targeted manual therapy and personalized home care programs.
Neck Pain
Comprehensive management of neck pain through gentle joint mobilization and soft tissue therapy. We address conditions like herniated discs, pinched nerves, and posture-related strain with non-invasive techniques. Treatment includes movement pattern correction and ergonomic counseling to prevent recurrence while improving range of motion and reducing discomfort.
Sciatica
Targeted treatment for sciatic nerve compression using gentle manual therapy and posture retraining. Our approach combines myofascial release with movement analysis to alleviate nerve pressure. We incorporate therapeutic exercises and home care strategies to reduce inflammation and prevent future episodes while restoring normal mobility.
Diabetic Neuropathy
Innovative treatment for peripheral neuropathy using FDA-approved pulsed radiofrequency technology combined with nutritional counseling. Our protocol focuses on improving nerve function while addressing metabolic factors through dietary strategies. This non-medication approach helps reduce tingling, numbness, and pain while improving quality of life for diabetic and pre-diabetic patients.
Frozen Shoulder
Multi-modal treatment for adhesive capsulitis combining gentle manual therapy, targeted exercises, and pulsed radiofrequency therapy. Our approach restores range of motion through progressive mobilization techniques while addressing underlying inflammation. Treatment includes home exercise programs to accelerate recovery and prevent recurrence through improved shoulder mechanics.
People
Richard Kowal
Chiropractor & Clinical Nutritionist
Dr. Richard Kowal is a board-certified chiropractor with 30+ years of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions. He holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and MS in Human Nutrition, combining manual therapy with metabolic health strategies. Featured in national media, he specializes in gentle, non-cracking techniques for pain relief and wellness optimization.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions including low back pain, neck pain, sciatica, herniated discs, diabetic neuropathy, frozen shoulder, and arthritis using chiropractic care and nutritional counseling.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept major insurance plans and will file claims for in-network coverage. For out-of-network plans, we provide documentation for potential reimbursement.
What payment methods are available?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, cash, checks, and Apple Pay for your convenience.
Are treatments painful?
Our techniques focus on gentle, non-cracking manual therapy to ensure comfortable, effective care for all patients.
How long are appointments?
Initial consultations include comprehensive evaluation followed by treatment. Subsequent visits typically last 30-45 minutes depending on individual needs.
Reviews (6)
Deborah Kaufmann
Dec 30, 2021
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After putting my hip back together again, Dr Kowal helped relieve my debilitating TMJ symptoms. He knows whether he can help or not and tells you so upfront! He's a terrific chiropractor and I've recommended him to everyone in need of treatment.. I'm so grateful to him.
Meredith Woodend
Dec 03, 2021
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I have been working with Dr. Kowal for 6 years now and trust him implicitly. He is the reason that I am able to work at such a high level in the entertainment industry. My job is physically demanding and takes a huge toll on my body. He helps restore me so that I can give my all for every show that Im in, which is about 170 performances a season coupled with long rehearsal days. I literally couldnt do my job without him!
Lynda Klau
Sep 13, 2021
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I have visited Richard Kowal many times. I very much appreciate the way he works. In addition to working on my soft tissue he meets me where I am. It becomes a holistic, whole experience.
Michael Phillips
Jul 21, 2021
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Dr. Kowal is a true professional in that he takes PERSONAL responsibility for his patients' experience in his office. Although his treatments with me have always been successful, his thoughtfulness and understanding are even more appreciated.
Susan Heuman
Jul 17, 2021
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Dr. Kowal is a caring and skilled chiropractor who has worked wonders on my aging back and shoulders. As I got to know him, I learned that he treats several of my friends who feel as happy to know him as i have been. He is an exceptional practitioner!!
Michelle Kaplan
May 22, 2021
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I have been a patient of Dr. Kowal for at least 10 years, seeing him whenever I need chiropractic services. Never feel like Im on the chopping block because his methods are very gentle, but they eliminate any misalignment and associated pain issues. I highly recommend Dr. Kowal for his skill and his concern for patients. He is an example of a health professional that went into the industry for the right reasons. And most of us have learned by now that that is a rare find.
