CORE Spine & Joint Center

LYNDHURST, NEW JERSEY

LYNDHURST, NEW JERSEY

LYNDHURST, NEW JERSEY

Physician-Led Care for Back, Neck, Joint, and Musculoskeletal Pain

Physician-Led Care for Back, Neck, Joint, and Musculoskeletal Pain

Physician-Led Care for Back, Neck, Joint, and Musculoskeletal Pain

Personalized, non-surgical treatment plans designed to help you move better and return to the activities that matter.

Personalized, non-surgical treatment plans designed to help you move better and return to the activities that matter.

Personalized, non-surgical treatment plans designed to help you move better and return to the activities that matter.

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

Core Spine & Joint Center Front Desk

Conditions We Help With

Conditions We Help With

Conditions We Help With

We evaluate and treat a wide range of spine, joint and musculoskeletal conditions.

We evaluate and treat a wide range of spine, joint and musculoskeletal conditions.

We evaluate and treat a wide range of spine, joint and musculoskeletal conditions.

BACK PAIN
Low back or mid-back pain that makes sitting, standing, lifting or sleeping harder.

BACK PAIN
Low back or mid-back pain that makes sitting, standing, lifting or sleeping harder.

BACK PAIN
Low back or mid-back pain that makes sitting, standing, lifting or sleeping harder.

NECK PAIN
Neck pain and stiffness, including pain that spreads into the shoulders or arms.

NECK PAIN
Neck pain and stiffness, including pain that spreads into the shoulders or arms.

NECK PAIN
Neck pain and stiffness, including pain that spreads into the shoulders or arms.

SCIATICA & NERVE PAIN
Pain, tingling or numbness that travels down the leg or arm.

SCIATICA & NERVE PAIN
Pain, tingling or numbness that travels down the leg or arm.

SCIATICA & NERVE PAIN
Pain, tingling or numbness that travels down the leg or arm.

JOINT PAIN
Shoulder, hip, knee and other joint pain that limits everyday movement.

JOINT PAIN
Shoulder, hip, knee and other joint pain that limits everyday movement.

JOINT PAIN
Shoulder, hip, knee and other joint pain that limits everyday movement.

SPORTS & ACTIVITY INJURIES
Strains, sprains and overuse injuries from sports, exercise or work.

SPORTS & ACTIVITY INJURIES
Strains, sprains and overuse injuries from sports, exercise or work.

SPORTS & ACTIVITY INJURIES
Strains, sprains and overuse injuries from sports, exercise or work.

RECOVERY AFTER SURGERY
Support for regaining strength and movement after an orthopedic or spine procedure.

RECOVERY AFTER SURGERY
Support for regaining strength and movement after an orthopedic or spine procedure.

RECOVERY AFTER SURGERY
Support for regaining strength and movement after an orthopedic or spine procedure.

Anatomy illustration highlighting the neck, back, hip and knee areas we treat

Not sure where to start?

Not sure where to start?

Not sure where to start?

Tell us what’s bothering you, and our team will help you schedule the right first visit.

Tell us what’s bothering you, and our team will help you schedule the right first visit.

Tell us what’s bothering you, and our team will help you schedule the right first visit.

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

Core Medical & Wellness Office

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Physician-led evaluation

Physician-led evaluation

Physician-led evaluation

WHY CORE

WHY CORE

WHY CORE

Coordinated care, built around you

Coordinated care, built around you

Coordinated care, built around you

PHYSICIAN-LED CARE
Every new patient is evaluated by a CORE Medical & Wellness pain management physician, who coordinates your care plan with our chiropractor.

PHYSICIAN-LED CARE
Every new patient is evaluated by a CORE Medical & Wellness pain management physician, who coordinates your care plan with our chiropractor.

PHYSICIAN-LED CARE
Every new patient is evaluated by a CORE Medical & Wellness pain management physician, who coordinates your care plan with our chiropractor.

A CONSERVATIVE APPROACH
We focus on non-surgical, multi-modality care that may help you move better, with interventional pain management options available when appropriate.

A CONSERVATIVE APPROACH
We focus on non-surgical, multi-modality care that may help you move better, with interventional pain management options available when appropriate.

A CONSERVATIVE APPROACH
We focus on non-surgical, multi-modality care that may help you move better, with interventional pain management options available when appropriate.

A PLAN MADE FOR YOU
Your plan is based on your symptoms, history and goals, not a one-size-fits-all program.

A PLAN MADE FOR YOU
Your plan is based on your symptoms, history and goals, not a one-size-fits-all program.

A PLAN MADE FOR YOU
Your plan is based on your symptoms, history and goals, not a one-size-fits-all program.

COMPLIMENTARY INSURANCE VERIFICATION
Our team reviews your benefits and explains what may be covered before your first visit.

COMPLIMENTARY INSURANCE VERIFICATION
Our team reviews your benefits and explains what may be covered before your first visit.

COMPLIMENTARY INSURANCE VERIFICATION
Our team reviews your benefits and explains what may be covered before your first visit.

Our Space

Our Space

Our Space

A MODERN, WELCOMING SPACE

Our Lyndhurst center was designed to make every visit comfortable, from check-in to care.

A MODERN, WELCOMING SPACE

Our Lyndhurst center was designed to make every visit comfortable, from check-in to care.

A MODERN, WELCOMING SPACE

Our Lyndhurst center was designed to make every visit comfortable, from check-in to care.

Open rehab and movement space
Open rehabilitation and exercise floor with equipment at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Welcome to CORE Spine & Joint Center
Front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ
Rehab area wall reading Relieve. Restore. Perform.
Bright, comfortable waiting area
Bright patient waiting area with large windows at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Reception area and front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Open rehabilitation and exercise floor with equipment at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ
Rehab area wall reading Relieve. Restore. Perform.
📍 256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst
🩺 Physician-led care
Open rehab and movement space
Open rehabilitation and exercise floor with equipment at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Welcome to CORE Spine & Joint Center
Front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ
Rehab area wall reading Relieve. Restore. Perform.
Bright, comfortable waiting area
Bright patient waiting area with large windows at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Reception area and front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Open rehabilitation and exercise floor with equipment at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ
Rehab area wall reading Relieve. Restore. Perform.
Open rehab and movement space
Open rehabilitation and exercise floor with equipment at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Welcome to CORE Spine & Joint Center
Front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ
Rehab area wall reading Relieve. Restore. Perform.
Bright, comfortable waiting area
Bright patient waiting area with large windows at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Reception area and front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Open rehabilitation and exercise floor with equipment at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ
Rehab area wall reading Relieve. Restore. Perform.
📍 256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst
🩺 Physician-led care
Open rehab and movement space
Open rehabilitation and exercise floor with equipment at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Welcome to CORE Spine & Joint Center
Front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ
Rehab area wall reading Relieve. Restore. Perform.
Bright, comfortable waiting area
Bright patient waiting area with large windows at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Reception area and front desk at CORE Spine & Joint Center
Open rehabilitation and exercise floor with equipment at CORE Spine & Joint Center
📍 256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst
🩺 Physician-led care

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

Getting started is simple

Getting started is simple

Getting started is simple

1

Request an appointment

Request an appointment

Fill out the short form or call us. A team member will reach out to schedule.

2

Your physician evaluation

Your physician evaluation

Meet with a CORE pain management physician to review your symptoms, health history and goals.

3

Your personalized care plan

Your personalized care plan

Your physician and chiropractor work together to develop a personalized conservative care plan based on your evaluation and individual needs. Your care team will explain the recommended treatment options, answer your questions and coordinate your care.

4

Continue with collaborative follow-up

Continue with collaborative follow-up

Your chiropractor provides the recommended conservative treatment and monitors your progress. Additional physician follow-up, diagnostic evaluation or interventional pain management options can be coordinated when appropriate.

Care Options Matched to Your Needs

Care Options Matched to Your Needs

Care Options Matched to Your Needs

Your care plan is recommended after an evaluation. Not every option is right for every patient.

Your care plan is recommended after an evaluation. Not every option is right for every patient.

Your care plan is recommended after an evaluation. Not every option is right for every patient.

Comprehensive Chiropractic Care

Comprehensive Chiropractic Care

Comprehensive Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care goes beyond “cracking” your back or neck. Our chiropractic physicians offer a variety of treatments, including hands-on muscle and soft-tissue care, guided exercises, balance and movement training, shockwave therapy, electrical stimulation and spinal decompression.

Chiropractic care goes beyond “cracking” your back or neck. Our chiropractic physicians offer a variety of treatments, including hands-on muscle and soft-tissue care, guided exercises, balance and movement training, shockwave therapy, electrical stimulation and spinal decompression.

Your physician and chiropractor work together to create a personalized plan to help you move more comfortably, build strength and improve everyday function. Your needs, goals and treatment preferences guide your care, and your plan does not have to include back or neck “cracking.”

Conservative Treatment & Functional Recovery

Conservative Treatment & Functional Recovery

Conservative Treatment & Functional Recovery

Your physician and chiropractor work together to develop a personalized care plan based on your evaluation, condition and goals. Treatment may include:

Your physician and chiropractor work together to develop a personalized care plan based on your evaluation, condition and goals. Treatment may include:

Hands-on spine and joint treatment:

Manual techniques, including joint mobilization or manipulation, designed to improve movement and reduce discomfort.

Soft-tissue therapy:

Hands-on and instrument-assisted techniques used to address muscle tension, restricted movement and irritated soft tissues.

Kinesiology taping:

Flexible therapeutic tape applied to support muscles and joints while allowing comfortable movement.

Therapeutic exercise and guided strengthening:

Supervised exercises designed to improve strength, stability, endurance and overall function.

Sports-focused rehabilitation:

Progressive treatment and exercise designed to support recovery from sports or activity-related injuries and help patients return safely to activity.

Neuromuscular reeducation:

Guided movement training that helps improve balance, coordination, posture, body awareness and movement control.

Mobility, flexibility and postural training:

Targeted movements and stretches that help improve range of motion, reduce stiffness and support healthier posture.

Balance and functional movement training:

Activities that help improve stability and confidence during walking, lifting, reaching and other everyday movements.

Spinal decompression and mechanical traction:

Gentle, non-invasive treatment that uses controlled stretching to reduce pressure on spinal discs and surrounding nerves. It may help relieve certain neck and back symptoms and support more comfortable movement.

Electrical stimulation:

Low-level electrical impulses delivered through pads placed on the skin to help relax muscles and temporarily reduce discomfort.

Shockwave therapy:

Non-invasive acoustic-wave treatment used for certain painful or injured muscles, tendons and connective tissues to help reduce pain and support recovery.

Physician Care Through CORE Medical & Wellness

Physician Care Through CORE Medical & Wellness

Physician Care Through CORE Medical & Wellness

Physician evaluation:

Every new patient is evaluated by a CORE pain management physician, who coordinates the care plan with our chiropractor.

Interventional pain management:

Minimally invasive options that can be coordinated through CORE Medical & Wellness when appropriate.

Suitability for any service is determined after an evaluation.

Ready to move better, feel better and stay active?

Ready to move better, feel better and stay active?

Ready to move better, feel better and stay active?

Whether you’re managing pain, recovering from an injury or looking to support your spine and joint health, our physician-led team offers personalized care focused on mobility, sports and everyday function.

Whether you’re managing pain, recovering from an injury or looking to support your spine and joint health, our physician-led team offers personalized care focused on mobility, sports and everyday function.

Whether you’re managing pain, recovering from an injury or looking to support your spine and joint health, our physician-led team offers personalized care focused on mobility, sports and everyday function.

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

CALL OR TEXT (201) 942-1240

MEET YOUR TEAM

MEET YOUR TEAM

MEET YOUR TEAM

Meet Your Care Team

Meet Your Care Team

Meet Your Care Team

Dr. Maris Fraga, DC, Chiropractic Physician at CORE Spine & Joint Center

Dr. Maris Fraga, DC

Chiropractic Physician

Dr. Maris Fraga, DC, Chiropractic Physician at CORE Spine & Joint Center

Dr. Maris Fraga, DC

Chiropractic Physician

Dr. Maris Fraga, DC, Chiropractic Physician at CORE Spine & Joint Center

Dr. Maris Fraga, DC

Chiropractic Physician

Dr. Richard Kang, MD, Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Richard Kang, MD

Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Richard Kang, MD, Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Richard Kang, MD

Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Richard Kang, MD, Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Richard Kang, MD

Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Jag Desai, MD, Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Jag Desai, MD

Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Jag Desai, MD, Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Jag Desai, MD

Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Jag Desai, MD, Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Dr. Jag Desai, MD

Double Board-Certified Pain Management Physician

Brielle LaFortezza, Director of CORE Spine & Joint Center

Brielle LaFortezza

Director, CORE Spine & Joint Center

Brielle LaFortezza, Director of CORE Spine & Joint Center

Brielle LaFortezza

Director, CORE Spine & Joint Center

Brielle LaFortezza, Director of CORE Spine & Joint Center

Brielle LaFortezza

Director, CORE Spine & Joint Center

Clarissa Medina, Patient Care Coordinator at CORE Spine & Joint Center

Clarissa Medina

Patient Care Coordinator

Clarissa Medina, Patient Care Coordinator at CORE Spine & Joint Center

Clarissa Medina

Patient Care Coordinator

Clarissa Medina, Patient Care Coordinator at CORE Spine & Joint Center

Clarissa Medina

Patient Care Coordinator

PATIENT REVIEWS

PATIENT REVIEWS

PATIENT REVIEWS

See What Our Patients Say

See What Our Patients Say

See What Our Patients Say

4.9

4.9

4.9

★★★★★

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★★★★★

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FAQ

FAQ

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Chiropractic physician providing gentle care at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ
Chiropractic physician providing gentle care at CORE Spine & Joint Center in Lyndhurst, NJ

INSURANCE

INSURANCE

INSURANCE

Complimentary Insurance Verification

Complimentary Insurance Verification

Complimentary Insurance Verification

We work with a wide range of insurance plans and offer complimentary insurance verification and explanations of benefits. When you request an appointment, share your insurance information and our team will reach out as soon as possible to review your coverage. Before any treatment begins, we’ll give you a clear breakdown of your benefits and expected costs. If you don’t see your question answered here, call or text our office and we’ll be happy to help.

We work with a wide range of insurance plans and offer complimentary insurance verification and explanations of benefits. When you request an appointment, share your insurance information and our team will reach out as soon as possible to review your coverage. Before any treatment begins, we’ll give you a clear breakdown of your benefits and expected costs. If you don’t see your question answered here, call or text our office and we’ll be happy to help.

We work with a wide range of insurance plans and offer complimentary insurance verification and explanations of benefits. When you request an appointment, share your insurance information and our team will reach out as soon as possible to review your coverage. Before any treatment begins, we’ll give you a clear breakdown of your benefits and expected costs. If you don’t see your question answered here, call or text our office and we’ll be happy to help.

We also accept FSA and HSA payments and offer self-pay options, including treatment packages. Call our office for more information.

We also accept FSA and HSA payments and offer self-pay options, including treatment packages. Call our office for more information.

We also accept FSA and HSA payments and offer self-pay options, including treatment packages. Call our office for more information.

LOCATION

LOCATION

LOCATION

Visit Us

Visit Us

Visit Us

256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

Hours

Hours

Hours

Sunday

Sunday

Sunday

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Monday

Monday

Monday

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday

Tuesday

Tuesday

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday

Wednesday

Wednesday

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday

Thursday

Thursday

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday

Friday

Friday

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday

Saturday

Saturday

Closed

Closed

Closed

Take the first step toward moving better

Take the first step toward moving better

Take the first step toward moving better

Request an appointment online or call or text us, and our team will help you get scheduled.

Request an appointment online or call or text us, and our team will help you get scheduled.

Request an appointment online or call or text us, and our team will help you get scheduled.

BOOK A VISIT

BOOK A VISIT

BOOK A VISIT

Request an Appointment

Request an Appointment

Request an Appointment

Share a few details and a member of our team will contact you to schedule.

Share a few details and a member of our team will contact you to schedule.

Share a few details and a member of our team will contact you to schedule.

Prefer to call? Call or text (201) 942-1240

Prefer to call? Call or text (201) 942-1240

Prefer to call? Call or text (201) 942-1240

Please don’t include detailed medical information. We’ll go over that with you directly.

Please don’t include detailed medical information. We’ll go over that with you directly.

Please don’t include detailed medical information. We’ll go over that with you directly.

CORE Spine & Joint Center
CORE Spine & Joint Center

CORE Spine & Joint Center is a division of CORE Medical & Wellness.

CORE Spine & Joint Center is a division of CORE Medical & Wellness.

CORE Spine & Joint Center is a division of CORE Medical & Wellness.

Contact

Contact

Contact

256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

256 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071

The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.

The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.

The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.

© 2026 CORE Medical & Wellness. All rights reserved.

© 2026 CORE Medical & Wellness. All rights reserved.

© 2026 CORE Medical & Wellness. All rights reserved.