Chiropractor Virginia Beach VA | Wave of Life Chiropractic

Virginia Beach patient treated with Chiropractic Care

Why Choose Wave of Life Chiropractic?

We're a gentle, family-centered practice and we mean that for every stage of life, from newborns to active adults. Our two female chiropractors specialize in pregnancy, postpartum, pediatric, and family care, always focusing on the root cause of your discomfort rather than simply numbing the pain.

Every patient journey begins with a thorough history, exam, and computerized Insight scan, so we truly understand what's happening in your nervous system before we recommend a single adjustment. We explain each step clearly, and we walk beside you the whole way.

We were proudly named Best of Coastal Virginia Magazine Readers' Choice in both 2024 and 2025, an honor that reflects the trust this community has placed in us.

NEW PATIENTS

Our Services

We offer a range of gentle, effective services for every member of your family.

Chiropractic Care

What it is: Chiropractic care involves gentle, precise adjustments to the spine and joints to remove interference in the nervous system and restore the body's natural ability to function and heal.

Who it's for: Anyone experiencing pain, tension, or reduced function, from desk workers and busy parents to athletes and weekend warriors

Benefits: Provides lasting relief from chronic pain
Improves sleep, energy, and overall well-being
Reduces reliance on medication
Supports the body's natural ability to heal
Chiropractic Care
Pregnancy Chiropractic

What it is: Specialized chiropractic care for expectant mothers using gentle, pregnancy-safe techniques, including the Webster Technique, which focuses on optimal pelvic alignment and fetal positioning.

Who it's for: Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy, especially those experiencing round ligament pain, sciatica, pelvic discomfort, or trouble sleeping.

Benefits:
Eases common pregnancy discomforts
Supports optimal pelvic alignment and fetal positioning
Helps prepare the body for a smoother labor
Aids faster postpartum recovery
Pregnancy Chiropractic
Pediatric Chiropractic

What it is: Safe, gentle chiropractic adjustments adapted specifically for infants, toddlers, and children, using only light fingertip pressure for babies.

Who it's for: Newborns, infants, and children of all ages, including those dealing with colic, reflux, torticollis, flat spots, latching difficulties, ear infections, or developmental and sensory challenges.

Benefits:
Releases birth-related tension in the neck and spine
Supports healthy nervous system development
Helps with colic, reflux, and sleep difficulties
Provides a gentle, natural option for common childhood concerns
Pediatric Chiropractic
Sports Chiropractic

What it is: Chiropractic care tailored to the demands of active lifestyles and athletic performance, addressing sports-related injuries, muscle tension, and movement imbalances.

Who it's for: Athletes, weekend warriors, military families, and anyone who wants to stay active, recover faster, or perform at their best.

Benefits:
Reduces injury risk and supports faster recovery
Improves movement, flexibility, and performance
Addresses muscle tension and joint imbalances
Keeps you doing what you love without pain
Sports Chiropractic
Massage Therapy

What it is: Therapeutic massage that works alongside your chiropractic care to relax muscles, ease tension, and improve circulation.

Who it's for: Anyone carrying stress, muscle tightness, or tension, especially when combined with chiropractic adjustments.

Benefits:
Loosens soft tissue to help adjustments hold longer
Reduces stress and muscle tension
Improves circulation and promotes relaxation
Enhances the overall effectiveness of your care plan
Massage Therapy
Shockwave Therapy

What it is: A non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic sound waves to stimulate healing in damaged or chronic soft tissue: tendons, ligaments, and muscles.

Who it's for: Patients with stubborn, chronic pain that hasn't responded to other treatments, including heel pain, shoulder issues, knee problems, and tendon conditions.

Benefits:
Accelerates the body's natural repair process
Reduces chronic pain without surgery or downtime
Improves mobility and function
Effective for conditions that haven't responded to other treatments
Shockwave Therapy
Supplements

What it is: High-quality, practitioner-recommended nutritional supplements to support your overall health and complement your chiropractic care.

Who it's for: Patients who want to support their healing from the inside out, including those focused on immune health, inflammation, prenatal nutrition, or energy.

Benefits:
Gives the body the raw materials it needs to heal
Supports immune function and reduces inflammation
Complements and enhances your care plan
Available in practitioner-grade quality
Supplements

Meet Your Care Team

Our doctors bring warmth, expertise, and a deep commitment to whole-family wellness to every visit.

Dr. Carly Swift

Dr. Carly has spent over a decade building a practice rooted in the belief that the body can heal itself when the spine and nervous system are free from interference. Her special focus on pregnancy, postpartum, and pediatric care has made her a trusted resource for families throughout the Virginia Beach community. 

Her philosophy is simple: instead of masking symptoms with medication or surgery, Dr. Carly works with patients to uncover and address the root cause of their discomfort, then teaches them how to protect their health long-term.

Qualifications & Certifications: 

Prenatal and Pediatric Certification - International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) 
Webster Technique Certified (pregnancy-related pelvic alignment) 
ICPA Speaker 
10+ years serving on her state chiropractic association board

Dr. Kate Cortelloni

Dr. Kate grew up in Georgia with a deep love for the outdoors and a curiosity about how beautifully and intelligently the human body is designed. After earning her bachelor's degree from the University of Tennessee and completing her chiropractic studies at Life University, she immersed herself in mastery-level training. She mentored fellow chiropractors and led weekly sessions, which ignited her passion for teaching and community service.

Her vision is a world where people truly understand how wonderfully they are made. Dr. Kate's mission is to empower patients to listen to and trust the innate intelligence within them, so they can experience life fully and vibrantly, without unnecessary medication or limitations.

Qualifications & Certifications: 

Doctor of Chiropractic - Life University
Bachelor's Degree - University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Mastery-level chiropractic mentor and trainer at Life University
Specialization in vitalism and whole-body, holistic health philosophy

MEET THE DOCTORS

Conditions We Help 

Our team cares for patients across all stages of life.
Some of the most common reasons people come to us include:

Pregnancy & Postpartum
Prenatal care 
Postnatal care 
Pelvic pain 
Pubic bone pain 
Sciatica 
Rib pain

Infant & Pediatric Concerns
Colic 
Reflux 
Ear infections 
Torticollis (tight neck muscles in infants) 
Plagiocephaly (flat spots on infants' heads)

Pain & Musculoskeletal
Neck pain 
Back pain 
Low back pain 
Migraines 
Headaches 
Shoulder tension 
Ankle pain 
Knee pain

Respiratory & Other
Asthma 
Respiratory issues

What Our Patients Say

We started chiropractic care when my twins were 9 months old (they are 6 now). My son had torticollis and was favoring one specific side. It was delaying his crawling and walking. Results were immediate within 2 weeks my son stopped favoring one side. By 18 months my two were walking, climbing, and active.
Before chiropractic I was in constant pain. I never took care of myself so my wife dragged me in. Since then my quality of life greatly improved after the first month and continues to improve. We are now all 3 under the care of Dr. Carly.
Seeing Dr. Carly has helped make my life better in so many ways. When I started I had back pain that affected a lot of things in my daily routine, especially taking care of my 2 year old. After a few weeks of care, I am able to lift my daughter with ease even at 30+ weeks pregnant. I feel like I have more energy to do things and my overall comfort is better.
Since starting chiropractic care with Wave of Life, we have seen great improvements with migraines, neck and lower back pain, and seen great improvements in our personal workouts/runs. Within 2-3 weeks of starting care we saw immediate improvements in our quality of life and have felt noticeably less pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is chiropractic?

Chiropractic care focuses on the relationship between the spine and nervous system. When the spine is free from interference, the body can function and heal the way it was designed to. We use gentle adjustments to restore that balance and support your overall health.

Do you take insurance?

We're an out-of-network provider, which allows us to focus fully on personalized care without insurance limitations. We accept Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), and offer financial plans to suit a range of budgets. Please note that Tricare does not cover chiropractic care. We'll review all costs and options with you at your first visit.

How much time does a visit take?

Your first visit is about one hour and includes a full history, exam, and computerized Insight scan. Your second visit (around 45 minutes) covers your Report of Findings and our recommendations. Follow-up visits are typically 10-15 minutes.

How much does it cost?

We offer a variety of care plans, including savings for military families and options for HSA/FSA payments. We're committed to making care accessible and will never turn someone away for financial reasons. We'll go over everything at your first visit.

Do I have to come all the time?

Think of it like starting a gym routine—building a strong foundation first gives you the best results, then you can reduce to a maintenance schedule. Your care plan will be customized to your needs and goals.

Why would I have my newborn or child adjusted?

Birth places physical stress on a baby's neck and spine, which can contribute to colic, reflux, torticollis, and latching difficulties. Pediatric adjustments are incredibly gentle and support healthy nervous system development from the start.

Is chiropractic safe during pregnancy?

Absolutely. Both of our doctors have specialized training in pregnancy chiropractic, and Dr. Carly & Dr. Kate are Webster Technique certified. Care is safe, gentle, and can ease back pain, pelvic discomfort, and help prepare your body for labor and recovery.

Schedule Your Appointment

You and your family deserve care that gets to the root of what's holding you back, not just a temporary fix. We'd love to welcome you into the Wave of Life Chiropractic family and walk alongside you on your healing journey

Reach out today to schedule your first visit. We know you by name here, and we can't wait to meet you!

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Why Choose Wave of Life Chiropractic?

Our Services

Chiropractic Care

Pregnancy Chiropractic

Pediatric Chiropractic

Sports Chiropractic

Massage Therapy

Shockwave Therapy

Supplements