About The Disc Doctors

Disc specialists, not a general chiropractic office.

We built our practice around one goal: helping patients heal the disc itself, non-surgically, whenever possible.

Our philosophy

Healing the disc, not just managing symptoms

Chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, and pain injections can relieve symptoms, but they are not designed to heal a damaged disc. The Disc Doctors uses non-surgical spinal decompression therapy with the DRX9000 to relieve pressure on the disc itself, so it has the opportunity to rehydrate and heal. Our approach draws on research from institutions including Mayo Clinic, Stanford, Duke, Johns Hopkins, and UCSF, and is built around helping patients avoid spine surgery, which succeeds only a portion of the time, whenever a non-surgical path is appropriate.

Who we treat

Serving the Capital District, NY

Based in the Latham, NY area, The Disc Doctors serves patients throughout Albany, Colonie, Schenectady, Troy, and the greater Capital District who are dealing with herniated or bulging discs, sciatica, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, or chronic neck and back pain.

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The people behind your care plan

Dr. Michael Forlini, DC, at The Disc Doctors

Dr. Michael Forlini, DC

A graduate of New York Chiropractic College, Dr. Forlini leads care at The Disc Doctors with a focus on evidence-based treatment for disc injuries. He built his approach around anatomy, exercise science, and hands-on clinical experience, and he evaluates every patient to build a decompression and rehab plan suited to their specific diagnosis.

Kimberly, Clinical Technician, at The Disc Doctors

Kimberly, Clinical Technician

Kimberly supports patients throughout their treatment at The Disc Doctors, helping every visit run smoothly and making sure patients feel informed and comfortable from their first appointment through their full course of care.

Ready to find out what's causing your pain?

Our $21 disc evaluation includes a consultation, x-rays, and a trial treatment. You'll leave knowing exactly what's going on and whether non-surgical decompression is right for you.