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About DeSalvo Chiropractic in Novato

Gentle, evidence-based chiropractic care in Novato, CA.

Since 1987, DeSalvo Chiropractic has helped Novato-area families move better and live with less pain — without relying on drugs or surgery as the first answer.

We believe great chiropractic care starts with listening. Every patient gets a thorough exam, a clear explanation of what we find, and a specific, time-bound plan — never open-ended treatment. From gentle chiropractic adjustments and non-surgical spinal decompression to corrective exercise and soft-tissue therapies like myofascial release, our team builds care around you and your goals.

Dr. Douglas DeSalvo adjusting a patient's lower back at DeSalvo Chiropractic in Novato, CA

What makes our care different

Root-cause first

A thorough exam to find what is actually driving your pain — not just chase the symptom.

A real plan

A specific, time-bound care plan with a clear endpoint, explained in plain English.

Gentle & drug-free

Comfortable, evidence-based care — without drugs or surgery as the first answer.

Meet the team

Your Novato care team

Dr. Douglas DeSalvo, DC, QME, BCN

Dr. Douglas DeSalvo, DC, QME, BCN

Owner & Doctor of Chiropractic

For 40 years, Dr. Douglas DeSalvo, DC has cared for more than 12,000 patients across the San Francisco Bay Area, with deep expertise in spinal conditions, personal-injury and trauma cases, and advanced on-site diagnostic imaging.

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Alanna DeSalvo, N.C., B.C.H.N.

Alanna DeSalvo, N.C., B.C.H.N.

Nutritionist

My pursuit of nutrition stems from a love of food and cooking, as well as the science of human nutrition. As a Nutritionist, I help people understand the science of human nutrition and establish healthy habits to overcome fatigue, stress, and weight gain so they can accomplish their goals and feel their best. Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist (BCHN candidate, NANP 2020), Certified Nutrition Consultant (Bauman College, 2018), Autoimmune Paleo Certified Coach (2018), BS Hospitality Industry Management and Entrepreneurship (University of San Francisco, 2014).

Angela DeSalvo

Angela DeSalvo

Intuitive Life Coach & Grief Coach

Integrative coaching towards healing and balance through self-awareness, spiritual development, and grief work, using Transformational Soul Work combined with the Enneagram. Angela is a certified Intuitive Life and Grief Coach, a Certified Transformational Coach, a teacher of the Art of Feminine Presence, and the author of Soul Warrior: How to Liberate Yourself from Survival Mode and Thrive Through Any Challenge.

Jace Littlefield

Jace Littlefield

Chiropractic Intern

Yaneth Morales

Yaneth Morales

Office Manager

Tammy Schott

Tammy Schott

Chiropractic Assistant

Woman holding a painful shoulder, a common reason Novato patients see a chiropractor

Trusted in Novato

A chiropractor Novato families trust

Since 1987, Novato-area neighbors have trusted DeSalvo Chiropractic with their care. We have earned that trust the only way that lasts — by listening, being honest about what we can and cannot help, and building every plan around getting you back to the life and people you love. Whether it is back pain, shoulder pain or a disc injury, care starts with a thorough exam.

  • Serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1987
  • More than 12,000 patients cared for
  • On-site X-ray & MRI interpretation
  • Gentle, drug-free, evidence-based care
Reviews

Trusted by your neighbors

“I had a great experience at DeSalvo Chiropractic! Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and professional, and I felt comfortable from the moment I walked in. They took the time to listen to my concerns and made sure I understood what they were doing throughout my visit.”
KC Kassandra Cross Verified review · Google
“Great chiropractic service! The staff was friendly and professional, and I felt comfortable throughout my visit. The treatment was helpful, and I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for quality chiropractic care.”
JL JC Lorenzo Verified review · Google
“I am an avid tennis player with the usual tennis injuries and Dr. Desalvo has helped me play again without pain!”
AD Anoosh Davoudzadeh Verified review · Google
“Very professional staff. Good CS and accommodating”
TS Theresa Strickland Verified review · Google
“Always the best care and most thoughtful staff.”
DH Donna Huggins Verified review · Google
“Combines high-tech high touch, organization professional, excellent treatments”
SR Stephen Roulac Verified review · Google
New Patient Special

One visit. Real answers. A plan made for you.

Reserved for new patients: an unhurried first visit with Dr. DeSalvo himself. Your one-on-one consultation, comprehensive exam, muscle and nerve function assessment and first treatment, plus a care plan designed around you, all for $97.

What your New Patient Special includes

  • A one-on-one consultation with Dr. DeSalvo
  • A comprehensive exam
  • A muscle & nerve function assessment
  • Your first treatment
  • A customized care plan, built around your goals

New patients only, one per person. X-rays are not included. If you choose to continue care, your care plan and its pricing are discussed with you up front. Not available for automobile-accident or personal-injury cases. Read the full New Patient Special disclaimer.

Call: (415) 898-6888

New Patient Special — offer terms

$97 New Patient Special disclaimer

The New Patient Special is a one-time introductory visit for new patients. X-rays are not included in the New Patient Special; if Dr. DeSalvo recommends imaging, it and its cost will be discussed with you before any X-rays are taken. Should you decide to continue with chiropractic care after your New Patient Special visit, all care plans and pricing will be discussed with you openly and up front, before any further care begins. Please be advised that our staff are not qualified to estimate the cost of care over the telephone. You are under no obligation to proceed with any recommended care.

This offer does not apply to automobile accident or personal injury cases, or to any visit requiring forensic, medical-legal, or attorney-directed documentation. Patients presenting with injuries related to a motor vehicle collision or other personal injury claim will be scheduled under our standard personal injury evaluation protocol, which includes the appropriate diagnostic and documentation services for their case.