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Chiropractic · Cold laser · Rehab · Stamford, CT
Stamford chiropractic care for pain that won't quit.
Back pain, sciatica, a stiff neck, headaches, an injury that's slow to heal. Dr. Ilan Burstein finds what's causing it, then treats it with chiropractic care, cold laser therapy and rehab combined in one plan. In practice since 1983, he sees you himself at every visit, with little or no wait.
4.9 110+ Zocdoc reviews
Free first evaluation for new patients
7 AM early appointments
Dr. Ilan Burstein Chiropractor · NYCC · In practice since 1983 · Speaks Hebrew & Yiddish
Sound familiar?
You don't have to keep putting up with it
A lot of people wait months before getting help. They try to stretch it out, rest it, or take something for it. If any of these sound like you, there's a better next step.
I've had back pain for months. I'm tired of living on ibuprofen.How we help Find the cause instead of reaching for the next pill. Low back pain
Sitting at my desk sends pain shooting down my leg.How we help That's often sciatica. Most cases improve without surgery. Sciatica
Someone rear-ended me last week. My neck hasn't felt right since.How we help Whiplash often shows up days later. Get checked now. Car accident injuries
I just want to play pickleball again without paying for it the next day.How we help A plan to heal, then a plan to get back to play. Sports injuries
Where does it hurt?
Tap where it hurts. See how it's treated.
Pick an area to see the most common causes and how Dr. Burstein treats them.
Head
Headaches & migraines
- Pressure behind the eyes
- Starts at the base of the skull
- Several a week
Many recurring headaches start in the neck and shoulders. Treating the joints and muscles involved often means fewer and milder headaches.
Neck
Neck pain & stiffness
- Can't check your blind spot
- Worse after screen time
- Tight shoulders
Hours looking down at screens strain the joints at the base of the neck. Gentle adjustments, including no-'crack' options, and a few posture changes usually bring quick relief.
Shoulder
Shoulder pain
- Hurts reaching overhead
- Can't sleep on that side
- Weak or clicking
Shoulder pain often involves the neck and upper back. Treating the whole chain, with laser therapy for inflamed tendons, works better than treating the sore spot alone.
Low back
Low back pain
- Stiff every morning
- Hurts to bend or lift
- Sore after sitting
Most low back pain is mechanical: stiff joints and protective muscle spasm. Restoring movement and strengthening your hips and core breaks the cycle.
Hip & leg
Sciatica & leg pain
- Shooting pain down the leg
- Burning or tingling
- Worse when sitting
Pain that travels from the buttock down the leg usually means an irritated sciatic nerve. Most cases improve with non-surgical care once the source is found.
Knee
Knee pain
- Hurts on stairs
- Stiff after sitting
- Swells after activity
Knees often take the load for stiff ankles and weak hips. Laser therapy, joint work and targeted strength training help you move without wincing.
Feet
Neuropathy
- Tingling or numb toes
- Burning at night
- Feeling unsteady
A spine check, laser therapy and balance training can help reduce burning and tingling, and keep you steady on your feet, alongside care from your physician.
Why patients choose Dr. Burstein
40+ years of hands-on, one-on-one care
Same doctor, every visit Your exam and every treatment are with Dr. Burstein.
You see Dr. Burstein at every visit
The doctor who examines you is the doctor who treats you, every time. You won't be handed off to an assistant.
More than 40 years of experience
Dr. Burstein has practiced since 1983 and treats patients of all ages, from children to older adults.
A clear plan with an end point
You'll know what's wrong, what the plan is and roughly how many visits it should take before you commit to anything.
Hours that work around yours
Open from 7 AM three days a week and until 7 PM every weekday. Weekend visits by request for emergencies.
4.96 bedside-manner rating on Zocdoc
40+ years in practice, since 1983
3 languages spoken: English, Hebrew and Yiddish
4.9★ average from 110+ Zocdoc reviews
Treatments
Treatments that work together
Most patients get a combination, chosen for their particular problem.
Chiropractic care
Precise, gentle adjustments that restore movement to stiff, painful joints, so muscles and nerves can settle down.
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Cold laser therapy
Painless light therapy that helps calm inflammation and supports healing in muscles, tendons and joints.
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Corrective exercise & rehab
Short, targeted exercises that build strength and control, so pain is less likely to return.
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Nutrition & lifestyle
Practical changes to diet, sleep, desk setup and daily habits that support your recovery.
Learn moreYour first visit
Your first visit, step by step
The first visit is about understanding your problem and agreeing on a plan before anything else.
Book your visit
Book online or call. Share your insurance details and the office can look up your benefits.
Complimentary first evaluationTalk and get examined
You explain what's going on. Dr. Burstein examines posture, movement, joints and nerves to find the source.
Unhurried, one-on-oneHear the plan
What's causing your pain, how it will be treated, how many visits it should take and what it will cost.
Before any commitmentStart feeling better
Most patients get their first treatment the same day, plus one or two simple things to do at home.
Often on day one
Car accident?
Hurt in a crash? Get checked, even if you feel fine.
Whiplash and back injuries often don't show up for 24 to 72 hours. An early exam protects your health and documents your injuries for your claim.
- Evaluation and treatment for whiplash, back and neck injuries
- Clear documentation for insurers and attorneys
- Help sorting out auto insurance and billing
Patient reviews
What patients notice first: he listens
★★★★★
“He's always able to work around my work and travel schedule and can see me immediately when I show up for my appointment. My back always feels so much better after I see him!”
★★★★★
“There was no wait. He was very welcoming and informative as I told him the problem I was having. As my first time at a chiropractor, he made my first time very pleasant. Leaving his office, I felt realigned, loose and relaxed.”
★★★★★
“I was on vacation in town and I needed a good chiropractor. He was very friendly and made sure that I felt better at the end. He took his time and I felt great after.”
Dr. Ilan Burstein Chiropractor since 1983
Meet your doctor
40+ years of experience, and still the one who treats you
Dr. Burstein grew up in Israel, trained at New York Chiropractic College and has been in practice since 1983. He has spent his career treating Stamford patients of all ages one-on-one, from acute injuries to long-standing pain, and he still sees every patient himself.
His biggest career accomplishment, in his words:
“To be able to affect lots of people’s lives by helping them in my office, teaching them prevention and pro-active care in addition to the initial acute care.”
- Doctor of Chiropractic New York Chiropractic College
- In practice since 1983 More than 40 years of patient care
- NBCE certified National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
- Ongoing training Advanced chiropractic and work-injury care
English עברית Hebrew ייִדיש Yiddish
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor in Connecticut?
No. You can book directly. Chiropractors in Connecticut are primary-contact providers. If your insurance plan has its own referral rules, the office will let you know when it checks your benefits.
What insurance do you accept?
Dr. Burstein accepts most major health insurance plans that cover chiropractic care. He does not accept HUSKY (Connecticut Medicaid). Share your insurance details when you book and the office will check your benefits before your first visit. If you don't have insurance, ask about options: accommodations are available. Car accident injuries can be billed to auto insurance or MedPay.
Is the first evaluation free?
Yes. New patients receive a complimentary initial evaluation, so you can find out what's causing your pain and what the plan would be before you commit to anything.
What happens at my first visit?
You'll talk through what's going on and have a thorough exam. Then you'll hear what's causing your pain and what the plan is, including roughly how many visits it should take. Most people receive their first treatment the same day.
Will I see a different provider each time?
No. Dr. Burstein does your exam and every treatment himself. There are no hand-offs to assistants.
Do adjustments hurt? I don't like the idea of being “cracked”.
Most people feel relief, or nothing at all. If you'd prefer not to have the twisting, popping style of adjustment, there are gentle, low-force techniques that many patients prefer. Nothing happens without your okay.
Book a visit
Ready to feel better? Let's find you a time.
Tell us a little about what's going on. The office will call you back to find a time, and can look up your insurance benefits before you come in.
- A call back from the office to set a time
- Help looking up your insurance benefits
- A complimentary first evaluation for new patients
Prefer to pick a time yourself?
Location & hours
Visit the office
A private office in a quiet residential part of Stamford. Patients come from Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan and Norwalk.
6 Wishing Well Ln Stamford, CT 06902 · Get directions
(203) 325-8112 Office line, calls only. Weekend emergencies by request.
| Monday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 2 PM – 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
| Thursday | 2 PM – 7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM – 7 PM |
| Saturday | Emergencies only, by request |
| Sunday | Emergencies only, by request |
Patients come from
- Stamford
- Greenwich
- Darien
- New Canaan
- Norwalk
- Old Greenwich
- Cos Cob
- Riverside
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