FIT Clinic · Colts Neck, NJ
Chiropractic Care in Colts Neck, NJ
Hurting, stiff, restricted, or just not moving the way you used to?
FIT Clinic is Dr. Michael Brandon’s chiropractic practice at 8 Merchants Way. Every new patient starts with a real conversation and a careful evaluation, and you get an explanation of what we found in plain English before anyone talks about treatment. You decide what happens next.
Most major insurance plans and Medicare accepted · Mon 1:00–7:00 pm · Tue by appointment · Wed 8:00 am–12:00 pm · Thu 8:00 am–7:00 pm · Fri 8:00–11:30 am · Sat 7:00 am–1:00 pm · Sun closed
- Dr. Michael Brandon, DC — University of Bridgeport, practicing since 2017
- Reviews on Google
- Major insurance plans and Medicare accepted
- 8 Merchants Way, Colts Neck — inside the Functionised building
- Online booking, or call or text and a real person answers
You're in the right place if…
- Your lower back is tight every time you get out of the car or up from your desk.
- You can't check your blind spot without turning your whole body.
- You're active — gym, golf, running, CrossFit, kickboxing, pickleball — and something keeps nagging.
- Pain runs into your hip, buttock, or leg, and you're not sure what it is.
- Your shoulder or hip catches when you reach or step a certain way.
- You've been waiting weeks for it to go away on its own.
- You've tried stretching, rest, or medication, and it's still there.
- You want to understand what's going on before you decide what to do about it.
- You've never seen a chiropractor and don't know what to expect.
None of this means something is seriously wrong. It means it’s worth having someone who does this every day take a proper look.
Where does it hurt?
Low back, upper back, disc-related pain, and the stiffness that comes with it.
Neck PainStiff, sore, or can't turn — including after a car accident.
SciaticaPain, tingling, or numbness that travels into the buttock or leg.
Shoulder PainReaching, lifting, sleeping on it — and figuring out whether it's the shoulder or the neck.
Hip PainWalking, stairs, getting up from a chair; hip, groin, and outer-hip pain.
HeadachesHeadaches that start in the neck or shoulders, and when to see a physician instead.
Sports & Activity PainKeep training while we sort out what's going on.
Mobility & StiffnessMoving less freely than you used to, at any age.
What happens at your first visit
You’ll know what’s coming before you walk in. Here’s the whole visit, start to finish. Plan on about 60 minutes.
- Meet Dr. Brandon. You'll sit down together in a treatment room, not across a counter. Bring anything you think is relevant — prior imaging, a list of what you've tried — but nothing is required.
- Tell him what's bothering you. When it started, what makes it worse, what makes it better, and what you want to get back to doing. He listens first.
- Evaluation. He'll watch how you move, check the joints and muscles involved, and test the things that matter for your situation. If imaging is needed, he'll explain why before ordering it; most people don't need it on day one.
- Findings, in plain English. What he thinks is going on, what he isn't sure about, and what would help clarify it.
- Your options. What care could look like, how long it typically takes to know if it's working, and what you can do at home. If chiropractic care isn't the right fit, he'll say so and tell you who to see.
- You decide the next step. Book a follow-up, think it over, or ask more questions. There is no treatment plan to sign on day one.
What will I feel?
People ask this more than anything else, so here is a straight answer. Nothing happens without your OK, and Dr. Brandon explains each thing before he does it. Adjustments are quick and controlled; some people hear a pop, which is gas releasing in the joint, not bone. Afterward, some people feel looser or more relaxed, some notice easier movement over the next day or two, and some feel mild soreness like after a workout. Responses vary by person and by condition, and if manual adjustment isn’t right for you, there are gentler options. What you should not expect is a promise: no one can honestly tell you on day one how your body will respond.
Not ready to book? Start here.
Most people want to understand their situation before they commit to anything.
Answer a few questions and get a plain-English page about what's commonly going on, three things worth trying this week, and when it's worth getting checked. Reviewed by Dr. Brandon.
Free benefits checkText a photo of your insurance card to 848-301-1515 and we'll tell you what your plan covers for chiropractic care, usually within one business day, before you decide anything.
What people tell us after their first few visits
“I can’t say enough great things bout Dr. Brandon. As a competitive athlete with Spartan races and CrossFit, I’m constantly challenging my body and Dr. Brandon has been able to “fix” me on several occasions so I could compete. His knowledge and experience never cease to amaze me and I recommend him to my gym and friends.”
“Dr. Mike & the staff are very friendly & professional. They really know how to help improve your quality of life.. I went in to see them & after a couple of visits with Dr. Mike he made me feel relax & got my range of motion with my back good again.”
“Dr. Mike at FIT Clinic is hands-down the best chiropractor I’ve seen. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, thorough, and truly cares about long-term wellness. I’ve seen real improvements thanks to his personalized care. Highly recommend!”
Individual experiences shared by patients; results vary.
Meet Dr. Michael Brandon
Dr. Brandon is a Doctor of Chiropractic from the University of Bridgeport with a bachelor’s degree in nutrition, and he has been in practice since 2017. Patients describe him the same way in review after review: he listens, he explains, and he’s thorough. He works with a lot of active people — CrossFitters, golfers, runners, kickboxers — and just as many people who simply want to get up from a chair without thinking about it. In his words: “I grew up an athlete, and chiropractors helped me out a lot when I was hurt — that’s where this started.”
Insurance, Medicare, and what the first visit costs
- Coverage and copays vary by plan.
- We accept Medicare. Medicare covers manual spinal adjustments from a chiropractor; it does not cover exams, imaging, or other services, so we’ll tell you exactly what would be your responsibility before you come in.
- No insurance, or a plan we don’t take? You can see us as a self-pay patient. Visit fees are listed on our insurance page.
- Not sure what you have? Text a photo of your card to 848-301-1515 for a free benefits check.
Your first visit: $0 consultation and exam for new self-pay patients
Included: the conversation, the evaluation, Dr. Brandon's explanation of findings, your options, and answers to your questions.
Same-day treatment, if you choose it: $75. Imaging and follow-up visits are only ever scheduled with your agreement.
Who it's for: new patients who are paying without insurance. If you're using insurance, your exam is billed to your plan and any copay or deductible applies.
The no-charge consultation and exam is for new self-pay patients. If you have Medicare, NJ FamilyCare/Medicaid, or another federal or state health program, your visit is billed under that program's rules, and you'll know your cost before anything happens. If you have private insurance, the exam is billed to your plan and normal copays apply — text us a photo of your card with the word BENEFITS for a free benefits check first.
How insurance works hereWhere we are
FIT Clinic · 8 Merchants Way, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 · 848-301-1515 · fitclinic.co
- Monday1:00–7:00 pm
- TuesdayBy appointment
- Wednesday8:00 am–12:00 pm
- Thursday8:00 am–7:00 pm
- Friday8:00–11:30 am
- Saturday7:00 am–1:00 pm
- SundayClosed
We’re inside the Functionised building on Merchants Way, with free parking in front of and behind the storefront. Come to the front desk; they’ll bring you back.
Most of our patients come from Colts Neck, Freehold, Marlboro, Manalapan, Holmdel, Howell, Middletown, and Red Bank — about 10 to 20 minutes from most of Monmouth County.
Questions people ask before they book
Do I need to see a chiropractor, or will this go away on its own?
Not necessarily. Many episodes of back or neck pain ease within a few weeks with normal activity. It's worth getting evaluated if pain is limiting what you can do, keeps coming back, has lasted more than two or three weeks, or came with tingling, numbness, or weakness. If you have any of the warning signs on our conditions pages — bowel or bladder changes, numbness in the groin, progressive weakness, fever, or a major injury — see a physician or urgent care first.
Will the adjustment hurt?
Most people don't find adjustments painful. You may hear a pop, which is gas releasing inside the joint. Some people feel mild soreness afterward, like after a workout. Dr. Brandon explains each step first, nothing happens without your OK, and there are gentler techniques if you'd rather not have a traditional adjustment.
Do I need X-rays?
Usually not on the first visit. Imaging is ordered when the exam suggests it would change what we do, or when there's a history of injury or other specific concerns. If Dr. Brandon recommends imaging, he'll explain why first.
Do you take my insurance? Do you take Medicare?
Coverage varies by plan; text us a photo of your card at 848-301-1515 for a free benefits check before you book.
Do you accept Medicare? Yes. Medicare covers manual spinal adjustments provided by a chiropractor when they're medically necessary; it does not cover exams, imaging, or other services from a chiropractor, and those would be your responsibility. We'll tell you the exact amounts before your visit.
What if I'm nervous, or I've never done this before?
Say so. It's common, and it changes how the visit goes: more explanation, slower pace, gentler options, and no pressure to do anything you're not comfortable with.
Can I come in if I've never been to a chiropractor? Yes — that describes many of our new patients. Tell us when you book and Dr. Brandon will start by walking you through everything.
I've already tried physical therapy or medication. Is this different?
That's useful information, not a strike against you. Bring what you can about what you tried and what happened. Sometimes a different approach helps; sometimes the right answer is a referral. You'll get an honest read either way.
Ready to talk about what's bothering you?
Book online in about a minute, or call or text and a real person will help you find a time.