Established by Dr. William Charschan in 1988, the center provides targeted, fast-acting relief for hundreds of patients suffering from back and neck pain, sciatica, chronic headaches, sports injuries, and carpal tunnel syndrome. As an Internationally Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (ICCSP) and the Medical Director for USA Track and Field New Jersey since 1991, Dr. Charschan brings world-class sports medicine expertise to everyday injuries. Over his career, he has served as an event physician across diverse athletic disciplines, including the Pro Bowlers Tour, National Aerobics Championships, fencing, martial arts, soccer, and the Garden State Games. He has also partnered with corporate leaders like Johnson & Johnson to successfully resolve cumulative trauma and carpal tunnel cases, significantly cutting recovery times and medical costs. Dr. Charschan combines traditional chiropractic care with advanced soft-tissue therapies to treat conditions where standard adjustments fall short: Myofascial Release Technique (MRT): Accelerates recovery times and restores mobility, frequently helping patients who have not responded to conventional chiropractic treatments. Graston Technique: Introduced to the practice in 2004, this method uses specialized, anatomically contoured stainless-steel instruments to break down scar tissue and reach deep-seated adhesions beyond the reach of hands alone. Committed to ongoing education, Dr. Charschan continually incorporates evidence-based, cutting-edge therapies to ensure his patients recover faster, move better, and stay pain-free. We offer the following chiropractic services Spinal manipulation (chiropractic adjustments) Extremity manipulation (adjustments to other articulations important to movement. Exercise-based rehabilitation and core strengthening – Our programs build strength, mobility, and movement control can help address factors that contribute to repeat episodes. Guidelines commonly emphasize staying active and using structured exercise for ongoing low-back-pain management. We specialize in active management for the fastest and most long-lasting treatment outcomes and success. Treat – test – treat protocols help us help you by improving the effectiveness of our care on each visit. Posture and movement assessment – This is part of our initial workup, and improving posture improves function and reduces pain. Soft tissue treatments – These include Graston, instrument-assisted soft tissue treatments, and myofascial release. Maintenance or preventive care plans – Wellness care or maintenance is part of how chiropractic care helps us stay healthy. Chiropractic Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation A comprehensive rehabilitation and sports medicine facility dedicated to non-surgical recovery, biomechanical performance, and long-term musculoskeletal health. We deliver evidence-based conservative care tailored to competitive athletes, active runners, and individuals seeking lasting relief from chronic pain and functional mobility limitations. Sports Rehabilitation & Running Overuse Care Our clinic specializes in conservative diagnosis, soft-tissue therapy, and corrective rehabilitation for athletic overuse injuries. We help runners and athletes restore optimal movement patterns and return to activity quickly and safely. Lower Extremity: Shin splints, hip pain, groin pulls, chronic hamstring/quad muscle strains, knee dysfunction, and foot & ankle pain (plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy). Upper Body: Rotator cuff strains, shoulder impingement, and repetitive strain injuries. Comprehensive Musculoskeletal & Neuromuscular Treatment Beyond sports performance, our office provides consistent, outcome-driven conservative treatment for acute and chronic conditions affecting the spine and peripheral joints: Spine & Nerve Health: Acute and chronic back pain, neck stiffness, and sciatica/radiculopathy. Extremity & Joint Care: Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), TMJ/jaw dysfunction, and carpal tunnel syndrome. Headache Management: Cervicogenic headaches and tension-type head and neck pain. Our Conservative Care Philosophy We emphasize non-invasive, multidisciplinary protocols—combining chiropractic adjustments, targeted myofascial release, joint mobilization, and active rehabilitation exercises. Our goal is not simply symptom suppression, but addressing the underlying biomechanical root cause to prevent recurring injuries. Ready to move pain-free? Book online now. End Carpal Tunnel Pain and Numbness Without Surgery Proven, Hands-On Relief for Lasting Nerve Freedom Tingling fingers, weak grip, and chronic wrist pain don’t have to dictate your life. Most carpal tunnel treatments focus only on the wrist—masking symptoms with braces, injections, or recommending invasive surgery. Our clinic treats the actual source of the problem: the entire nerve pathway. Why Standard Treatments Often Fail Carpal tunnel symptoms are rarely just a wrist problem. The median and ulnar nerves travel all the way from your neck, shoulder, and arm down into your hand. Tight muscles and scar tissue along this upper kinetic chain can pinch the nerve anywhere along that route. Cutting the carpal ligament at the wrist doesn’t fix nerve entrapment in the forearm, elbow, or shoulder. The Non-Invasive Advantage: How We Treat Root-Cause Kinetic Assessment: We evaluate your entire arm, neck, and shoulder to map out precisely where nerves are compressed. Myofascial Release Treatment (Trained in Active Release Techniques): Targeted, diagnostic myofascial release frees trapped nerves from restrictive scar tissue and tight muscle fibers. Treat-Test-Treat Protocol: We measure your grip strength, sensation, and range of motion before and after every technique to ensure immediate, verifiable progress. 100% Drug-, Brace-, and Surgery-Free: Our goal is permanent, functional recovery so you can throw away the night braces and avoid the operating room. Decades of Trusted Clinical Results Trusted by Industry Leaders: When Johnson & Johnson needed conservative care solutions for their workforce, our protocols helped their employees eliminate repetitive strain symptoms, bypass unnecessary surgeries, and safely return to peak productivity. With over 40 years of specialized experience, we provide direct, personalized care designed to restore your hands to full strength and pain-free mobility. Ready to Regain Your Hands? Stop managing numbness and start fixing the root cause. Schedule your comprehensive nerve and kinetic chain assessment today. Running Rehab and Performance Chiropractic in New Jersey. We keep your care simple, focused, and effective. You do not need a revolving door of specialists to move without pain—you just need the right approach from an experienced provider. With 26 years serving as the Medical Director for USATF New Jersey, I have treated thousands of athletes across all disciplines and skill levels. While our clinical focus is renowned among competitive distance runners and recreational 5K enthusiasts alike, our clinic routinely treats weightlifters, golfers, tennis players, pickleball players, soccer players, football players, basketball players, and active adults dealing with acute or chronic pain. Our care is built around an active, objective evaluate–treat–retest protocol: Treadmill Gait Analysis: Assessing mechanics under load reveals dysfunctions that static exam rooms miss. By repatterning inefficient gait and reducing ground impact forces, we resolve stubborn foot, knee, back, and hip injuries while improving running economy. Targeted Soft Tissue & Adjustments: Combining chiropractic joint manipulation with advanced myofascial release (originally trained in Active Release Techniques) to restore range of motion and relieve tissue tension. Functional Strength & Rehab: Integrating progressive corrective exercise that fits directly into your weekly training schedule rather than shutting you down completely. Comprehensive Biomechanical Checks: From shoulder impingement in heavy lifters to basic shoe sizing that drives plantar fasciitis, neuromas, and tendonitis, we diagnose the root cause rather than chasing symptoms. Whether you are preparing for your next marathon, troubleshooting shoulder pain on the bench press, or simply trying to walk pain-free, our goal is non-invasive, lasting recovery tailored specifically to you. Major healthcare organizations now emphasize conservative, active therapies over medication for back pain. Clinical guidelines published in the Annals of Internal Medicine advise healthcare providers to prioritize spinal manipulation, exercise therapy, and muscle work as primary interventions for both acute and chronic lower back pain. Furthermore, Consumer Reports has ranked chiropractic care highest in patient satisfaction when compared to conventional medical treatment and physical therapy. Serving Middlesex and Union counties, our clinic delivers comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to your specific biomechanical needs. Because back pain often originates elsewhere—including the hips, legs, or feet—we perform an exhaustive evaluation before customizing your treatment plan with targeted adjustments and active rehab. Let us help you resolve your pain at its source. [Request an Appointment] to get started. Tired of trying things? We will do what is necessary to help you get the relief you need. Could an Old Scar Be the Hidden Source of Your Pain? Most people never connect a past surgery to aches that develop months or years later in their back, knees, or shoulders. Yet, active surgical scars—especially from C-sections, tummy tucks, laparoscopies, and hernia repairs—frequently alter how your body moves, stabilizes, and carries weight. When abdominal tissue heals tightly, it creates tension across your body’s fascial network. This restriction forces neighboring muscles and joints to overcompensate, often leading to: Chronic low back pain and sciatica Hip, groin, and knee dysfunction Plantar fasciitis and altered gait mechanics Persistent neck, shoulder, and upper back stiffness As part of our comprehensive evaluation, we assess your scars for restricted mobility, tissue tethering, and nerve sensitivity. Using targeted myofascial release and specialized manual therapies, we restore healthy tissue glide, relieve compensatory strain, and address the true root of your discomfort. Individualized care and fast appointments for you. We are able to accommodate most new patients within 24-48 hours for a first visit, something most people will appreciate. We also customize the care to your unique needs since different people have varying body styles, family histories, and personal histories. What to expect on your first appointment. Your initial visit can require 30-45 minutes, and you will have all problems explained during the evaluation. Everything will be explained as we evaluate you, and we usually treat you on our first visit to help you begin to feel and function better. You will have a clear plan beginning on day one. Future visits will include exercises and all the tools you need to recover from your problems.