Dr. Steve Maniscalco was born in 1970 and was raised in Queens, New York. He and his family enjoyed going on frequent family vacations to the Catskill Mountains where they enjoyed camping and hiking. He moved to Wilmington, North Carolina with his parents and two sisters where they continued to enjoy many outdoor activities.
Dr. Steve struggled with scoliosis from an early age where simple activities like walking and standing could be difficult. Dr. Steve thoroughly enjoyed playing sports, but his back condition made playing sports a challenge. There were many times he felt frustrated trying to keep up with everyone else and wondered if he would ever be able to compete with his peers.
Throughout elementary and high school, Dr. Steve had a passion for engineering, structure, and science. A chance encounter with a chiropractor changed his life, and he knew his pursuit would be the science of chiropractic. Lifting weights and studying proper nutrition showed Dr. Steve how his body could improve, and it introduced him to the study of anatomy and physiology.
Dr. Steve started his career by pursuing massage therapy where he connected with people and learned the art of touch. He also pursued strength and conditioning coaching with a part time job at Gold’s Gym. He frequented chiropractors, massage therapists, and physical therapy offices to continue to learn from professionals in each field. While at chiropractic school, he volunteered by working in the sports rehab department where the men’s rugby, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, men’s hockey, and women’s track teams utilized Dr. Steve’s treatment and advice. Dr. Steve felt drawn towards the challenges and learning; it was both humbling and exciting for him. A mission trip to India, put together by a fellow student and school clinic doctor, gave Dr. Steve the chance to take chiropractic healthcare where it had never been. Ultimately, Dr. Steve’s overall goal is to share chiropractic care with as many people as possible to give them the gift of better health.
Dr. Steve’s favorite activities are shared with his dog Charlie. He enjoys hiking, kayaking, camping, and of course eating delicious food! Skiing and volleyball are also hobbies of his, and Charlie is consistently there for moral support throughout these fun activities. Charlie is a Certified Therapy Dog and can also be found on the agility course teaching Dr. Steve!
“What more interesting and dynamic engineering could you ask for than the human body?” “Giving people a fighting chance to pursue their lives without pain and dysfunction.” Dr. Steve
Education:
• Doctor of Chiropractic, Life University, Marietta GA.
• Masters in Sports Health Science, Life University, Marietta GA.
• Bachelors in Nutrition, Life University, Marietta GA.
• Associates with Leadership Certificate, University of North Carolina Wilmington.
• Advanced Physiological Therapeutics, New York Chiropractic College.
• Massage Therapy, Carolina School of M.T., Carrboro, NC.
• Strength & Conditioning; American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength & Conditioning Association.
