Dr. Joshua Welch, DC FICPA, Cert. DN
Whether you're dealing with back pain, a sports injury, pregnancy discomfort, or simply want to stay active as you age, our goal is simple:
Help you heal naturally, move better, and get back to living your life.
For more than 18 years, Dr. Joshua Welch has helped individuals and families throughout Carson Valley recover from injuries, improve performance, and avoid unnecessary medications and surgery through evidence-informed chiropractic care.
At Safe Haven Chiropractic, we believe healthcare should be honest, straightforward, and centered around your goals—not ours.
Why Do Patients Choose Safe Haven Chiropractic?
Patients tell us they appreciate that we are different.
Give you the care you need—and only the care you need.
What Happens During Your First Visit?
Your first appointment is designed to answer one question:
"Why does this hurt?"
We'll begin by asking five important questions about your health, injury, and goals.
Next, we'll perform a thorough examination to determine the underlying cause of your problem.
Before beginning care, we'll explain:
Just a clear plan.
What Conditions Do You Treat?
We help patients with many common musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Chiropractic Care for Active Carson Valley Families
Life in Carson Valley keeps people moving.
Whether you're skiing Heavenly, hiking the Sierra, mountain biking the Tahoe Rim Trail, working construction, ranching, golfing, CrossFit training, or simply trying to keep up with your kids, your body takes a beating.
Our goal isn't simply to reduce pain.
It's to help you continue doing the activities you love.
We help patients:
Pregnancy & Postpartum Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy places tremendous physical demands on the body.
Dr. Joshua Welch has extensive experience helping expectant mothers remain comfortable throughout pregnancy while preparing their bodies for labor.
Care may help:
Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Children experience tremendous physical stress during birth and throughout development.
We provide gentle chiropractic care for infants and children experiencing concerns such as:
Advanced Therapies That Support Faster Recovery
When appropriate, your treatment plan may include additional services such as:
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No. Most patients can schedule directly.
Will I be adjusted on my first visit?
Your first visit and adjustment are included, most scheduled appointments will include both exam and adjustment. That being said, based on your examination findings and whether chiropractic care is appropriate for your condition will determine if an adjustment i.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. We work with many insurance plans and also offer affordable self-pay options.
How long does an appointment take?
Most visits take approximately 15–30 minutes depending on your treatment plan.
Can I come in today?
We pride ourselves by being able to off same-day appointments on most days.
Why Patients Continue to Recommend Safe Haven Chiropractic
Patients appreciate our honest recommendations, practical treatment plans, and commitment to helping them recover.
Our practice has been built almost entirely through referrals from happy patients and families throughout Carson Valley.
Help you heal naturally, move better, and get back to living your life.
For more than 18 years, Dr. Joshua Welch has helped individuals and families throughout Carson Valley recover from injuries, improve performance, and avoid unnecessary medications and surgery through evidence-informed chiropractic care.
At Safe Haven Chiropractic, we believe healthcare should be honest, straightforward, and centered around your goals—not ours.
Why Do Patients Choose Safe Haven Chiropractic?
Patients tell us they appreciate that we are different.
- We explain what we find in plain English.
- We create a personalized care plan based on your goals.
- We never pressure patients into long-term contracts.
- We combine multiple therapies when appropriate to help you recover faster.
- We respect your time with on-time appointments.
- We make scheduling, rescheduling, and communication easy.
Give you the care you need—and only the care you need.
What Happens During Your First Visit?
Your first appointment is designed to answer one question:
"Why does this hurt?"
We'll begin by asking five important questions about your health, injury, and goals.
Next, we'll perform a thorough examination to determine the underlying cause of your problem.
Before beginning care, we'll explain:
- What's causing your pain
- Whether chiropractic care is appropriate
- What treatment options are available
- Approximately how many visits we expect you'll need
- What you can do at home to recover faster
Just a clear plan.
What Conditions Do You Treat?
We help patients with many common musculoskeletal conditions, including:
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Sciatica
- Headaches
- Shoulder pain
- Hip pain
- Knee pain
- Sports injuries
- Muscle strains
- Tendon injuries
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tennis elbow
- Golfer's elbow
- Arthritis-related stiffness
- Pregnancy-related discomfort
- Pediatric movement concerns
Chiropractic Care for Active Carson Valley Families
Life in Carson Valley keeps people moving.
Whether you're skiing Heavenly, hiking the Sierra, mountain biking the Tahoe Rim Trail, working construction, ranching, golfing, CrossFit training, or simply trying to keep up with your kids, your body takes a beating.
Our goal isn't simply to reduce pain.
It's to help you continue doing the activities you love.
We help patients:
- Recover from injuries
- Improve mobility
- Prevent future injuries
- Stay active as they age
- Return to work faster
- Return to sports with confidence
Pregnancy & Postpartum Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy places tremendous physical demands on the body.
Dr. Joshua Welch has extensive experience helping expectant mothers remain comfortable throughout pregnancy while preparing their bodies for labor.
Care may help:
- Reduce back and pelvic pain
- Improve posture
- Improve sleep
- Reduce hip discomfort
- Support pelvic balance
- Encourage optimal fetal positioning through the Webster Technique when appropriate
Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Children experience tremendous physical stress during birth and throughout development.
We provide gentle chiropractic care for infants and children experiencing concerns such as:
- Latch difficulties
- Colic
- Torticollis
- Constipation
- Sleep challenges
- Recurrent ear discomfort
- Developmental movement concerns
Advanced Therapies That Support Faster Recovery
When appropriate, your treatment plan may include additional services such as:
- Chiropractic Adjustments
- Dry Needling
- Radial Shockwave Therapy
- Infrared and Laser Therapy
- Functional Medicine
- Nutritional Support
- Cellular Peptide Consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No. Most patients can schedule directly.
Will I be adjusted on my first visit?
Your first visit and adjustment are included, most scheduled appointments will include both exam and adjustment. That being said, based on your examination findings and whether chiropractic care is appropriate for your condition will determine if an adjustment i.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. We work with many insurance plans and also offer affordable self-pay options.
How long does an appointment take?
Most visits take approximately 15–30 minutes depending on your treatment plan.
Can I come in today?
We pride ourselves by being able to off same-day appointments on most days.
Why Patients Continue to Recommend Safe Haven Chiropractic
Patients appreciate our honest recommendations, practical treatment plans, and commitment to helping them recover.
Our practice has been built almost entirely through referrals from happy patients and families throughout Carson Valley.
When Can I Come In?
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Gardnerville Hours:
Monday: 10:00am-1:00pm & 3:00pm-6:00pm Wednesday: 10am-1pm & 3pm-6pm Friday: 10am-1pm & 3pm-6pm 1528 Main Street Suite 255 Gardnerville, NV 89410 |
