Dr. David Novatnak, DC, Pottsville, PA, 17901

Chiropractic Practice Description

Pain, Pain, Go Away... we understand that is what you want... that is our goal! We want every patient to reach his or her full potential for recovery. Our practice combines old-fashioned, unhurried, individualized care with the most state-of-the-art specialized therapy equipment in a comfortable environment.

We specialize in the evaluation, diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of spine-related syndromes. Dr. Novatnak is part of a multidisciplinary team of providers dedicated to evidence-based spine care.

Our treatment may include physical therapy, non-surgical decompression/traction, therapeutic exercise and stretching, massage, non-needle acupuncture and nutrition supplementation.

Dr. Novatnak lectures to the public on various health topics, such as the treatment and recovery from low back disorders, whiplash and carpal tunnel syndrome. He has also lectured for the Manufacturers Association and Mid-Eastern Pennsylvania concerning the prevention and management of work place injuries. Lectures also include programs for the Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association.

Doctor Quote

"Pain relief is the first step of recovery...resumption of your life at your full potential is the last."

Qualifications

Languages: English

Professional Affiliations

• American Chiropractic Association
• Pennslyvania Chiropractic Association
• National Academy of Sports Medicine

Certifications

• National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) - Corrective Exercise Specialist
• Certified in MedX by the University of Florida, Department of Exercise Science
• Certified by American Chiropractic Register of Radiologic Technolgists

Professional Distinctions

• Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association Board Member (1996 - 1999)
• Pennsylvania Chiropractic Federation President (1991 - 1994)
• Pennsylvania Chiropractic Society District President (1984 - 1985)

Conditions

• Ankylosing Spondylitis
• Arm pain
• Arthritis
• Auto-related injuries
• Back pain
• Baker's Cyst
• Bursitis
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Cervical spine disorders
• Degenerative disc disease
• Failed back surgery syndrome
• Fibromyalgia
• Foot pain
• Headache / migraine
• Herniated disc / bulging disc
• Hip pain
• Knee pain
• Leg pain

• Lower back pain
• Meniscal tears
• Migraine headaches
• Muscle pain / muscle strain
• Myelopathy
• Neck pain
• Osteoarthritis
• Piriformis syndrome
• Rotator cuff injury
• Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
• Sciatica / radiculopathy
• Shoulder pain
• Spinal stenosis
• Spondylolisthesis
• Sports injuries
• Tendonitis
• Upper back pain
• Whiplash

Treatments

• Active therapeutic movement & dynamic
• Biofeedback
• Carpal tunnel traction therapy
• Chiropractic manipulation
• Cox traction
• Cross friction massage
• Diathermy
• Drop table technique
• EMG testing & Spectracell nutritional testing
• Electrical stimulation therapy
• Extremity manipulation
• Flexion/distraction
• Foot orthotics
• Frequency specific microcurrent
• Gait analysis and foot exams
• Interferential stimulation/therapy

• Intermittent traction
• Kinesio taping
• LCD therapy
• Massage therapy
• Medx spinal rehabilitation
• Microcurrent therapy
• Mobilization therapy
• Myofascial release
• Paraspinal Surface EMG
• Physical therapy
• Range of motion testing
• SEMG
• Traction
• Trigger point therapy
• Ultrasound