Chiropractic Doctor

Dr. Leah Van Blarcom

34th Street Chiropractic and Wellness
450 7th Ave St. 309
New York, NY 10123
212-268-7366

Dr. Van Blarcom treats all patients, ranging from those with acute as well as chronic spinal conditions, to patients with changes in spinal structure caused by improper posture and repetitive stresses. Her focus is on correction and prevention. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Van Blarcom strives to educate all of her patients on the importance of an active life style which includes proper posture, stretching and strengthening of muscles, and a healthy nutritious diet.

She believes in the hands on based approach to health care. She takes the time to talk to her patients about their overall wellness while giving patients the knowledge and the tools to make educated decisions on the direction of their health.

Dr. Van Blarcom had her first introduction to chiropractic care at a very young age. She began treating with a chiropractor at the age of five. Her treatment began as a result of a "hip deformity" that was found by a pediatric orthopedist at birth. The doctor informed her parents that this condition would require multiple surgeries. However, her mother was opposed to the surgeries and was willing to explore other methods. She thought of exploring Chiropractic care and eventually brought Leah to see a chiropractor. Once she saw the Chiropractor and they had completed a full exam and taken x-rays, they discovered that she did not have a “deformity,” but rather, an unlevel pelvis. Once she began immediate treatment, Dr. Van Blarcom was walking with ease and even started riding horses, all within a few months. Thanks to her chiropractor, Dr. Van Blarcom became a professional equestrian and competed at the National level throughout her youth. At one point, she was even ranked in the Top Ten in the country.

After graduating from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry, she knew that she wanted to pursue a doctorate of Chiropractic. In short, she wanted to treat patients and care for others, just as she had been treated.

Dr. Van Blarcom believes that each form of medicine has its role in health care; however, as the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. With regular wellness treatments at her office, a patient’s spine will stay in the proper alignment. Through proper spine alignment, the nervous system can function at optimal levels and allows the body as a whole to function optimally.

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Dr. Matthew Shave

34th Street Chiropractic and Wellness
450 7th Ave St. 309
New York, NY 10123
212-268-7366

Dr. Matthew Shave began helping people at Broadway Chiropractic and Wellness in January of 2006 and became partner in January 2008. Dr. Shave educates his patients the importance of maintaining one’s health by using a philosophy of being proactive to prevent Health problems both now and in the future. He combines many techniques and rehabilitative exercises to assure his patients receive quality care in order to attain an optimal state of Health.

Dr. Shave earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from Ithaca College and went on to receive his Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree from the prestigious New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY. As part of his Doctoral Program, Dr. Shave worked with some of the leading physicians and Health care professionals in the country.

Dr. Shave’s professional affiliations include the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and New York Chiropractic Council. As a member of Maximized Living, Dr. Shave continues to attend seminars in various cities across the country with some of the world’s best Chiropractors to become more efficient in spinal correction and postural rehabilitation.

Dr. Shave’s biggest inspiration continues to be his late father, John, who passed April 10, 2006. “He showed me how hard work and dedicated focus will allow you to achieve any goal or overcome any obstacle along the way. He taught me the importance of education and continuing to educate myself throughout my life and career. Most importantly he showed me how to always do the right thing and treat all people with dignity and respect.”