Weston, CT doesn’t have many chiropractic options locally — which is why many Weston residents make the short drive to Dr. Thomas French’s office at 148 East Avenue in Norwalk. At approximately 7 miles and 10-15 minutes via Route 57 or Route 53, the trip is quick and the care is worth it. Dr. French has been serving Weston and Fairfield County patients since 2002 with a 5.0 Google rating built on honest assessments, precise treatment, and no pressure to continue care beyond what you actually need.
Dr. French graduated summa cum laude from National University of Health Sciences and holds Connecticut Chiropractic License CT 1506. He has served as a medical care provider at the New York City Marathon, has advanced training in golf biomechanics through the Titleist Performance Institute, and has been published in Dynamic Chiropractic. Weston patients find the same experience Norwalk patients do — a thorough evaluation, targeted treatment, and recommendations based entirely on what your body needs.
Why Weston Patients Choose Dr. French
When there’s limited local chiropractic care available, the question becomes: which practice is worth the drive? For Weston patients, Dr. French’s Norwalk office stands out for several reasons that local directories and generic listings don’t capture.
Over 20 years of experience treating Fairfield County patients means Dr. French has seen virtually every presentation of back pain, neck pain, sciatica, sports injuries, and auto accident injuries that Weston residents experience. His clinical credentials — summa cum laude graduate, NYC Marathon medical provider, TPI golf biomechanics certification, published researcher — represent a depth of training that’s uncommon in any local market. And his philosophy of care matches what Weston patients tend to value: precise, evidence-based treatment without packages, without pressure, and without visits that exist to fill a predetermined schedule rather than to help you get better.
Conditions Treated for Weston Patients
Back Pain
Lower back pain, upper back pain, disc injuries, and postural back pain from desk work are among the most common conditions Dr. French treats. Weston’s largely residential, wooded community has a significant population of professionals working from home, commuting to Norwalk or Stamford corporate offices, and engaging in active outdoor pursuits — all of which create the conditions for lumbar and thoracic strain. Whether you’re dealing with acute back pain from a weekend project or chronic back pain that’s been building for months, Dr. French evaluates the root cause before recommending treatment. Learn more about back pain treatment →
Neck Pain
Neck pain from prolonged desk or screen use, poor sleeping position, or injury responds well to chiropractic care. Many Weston patients working from home spend extended hours at computers without the ergonomic support of a formal office setup — creating forward head posture and cervical joint restriction that Dr. French addresses regularly. Learn more about neck pain treatment →
Golf Injuries — Aspetuck Valley and Area Golfers
Weston is home to Aspetuck Valley Country Club — one of Fairfield County’s established golf clubs — and is surrounded by courses at Woodway, Wee Burn, and throughout the region. Golf-related injuries are a specific area of expertise for Dr. French, who has completed advanced training in golf biomechanics through the Titleist Performance Institute — the world’s leading authority on golf fitness and injury prevention.
Common golf injuries Dr. French treats include lower back pain from rotational loading during the swing, hip flexor tightness affecting mechanics and distance, rib injuries from the follow-through, and cervical strain from swing posture. The key advantage in Dr. French’s approach is evaluating the movement pattern behind the injury — not just treating the pain in isolation. Aspetuck Valley and Fairfield County golfers who haven’t found lasting relief with standard approaches often find better results with this biomechanics-informed method.
Trail Running and Outdoor Sports Injuries
Weston’s trail network — including Devil’s Den Preserve with over 20 miles of hiking and trail running paths — draws an active outdoor community year-round. Trail running injuries including IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, hip flexor strain, and lumbar stress from high mileage are conditions Dr. French treats regularly. His experience as a medical care provider at the New York City Marathon gives him specific insight into the demands of distance running and the injuries that result from training load, terrain, and biomechanical inefficiency. Learn more about sports injury care →
Sciatica
Sciatic nerve pain — shooting, burning, or numbing sensation from the lower back down through the leg — is one of the most common conditions treated at this practice. Accurate diagnosis of whether the cause is a herniated disc, piriformis syndrome, or sacroiliac dysfunction determines the correct treatment approach. Many Weston patients dealing with sciatica make the short drive to Norwalk specifically because the diagnostic precision produces better results than generic treatment. Learn more about sciatica treatment →
Headaches
Tension headaches and cervicogenic headaches that build during desk work or worsen with sustained postures are extremely common. Chiropractic care addresses the cervical joint restrictions and upper trapezius tension driving these headaches without relying on medication. Learn more about headache treatment →
Auto Accident Injuries
Route 57, Route 53, and the Merritt Parkway serve as primary travel corridors for Weston residents. Whiplash and soft tissue injuries from auto accidents often develop days or weeks after the collision. Early chiropractic evaluation and treatment prevents acute injuries from becoming chronic conditions and provides the documentation auto insurance claims require. Dr. French works with auto insurance and accepts personal injury cases throughout Fairfield County. Learn more about auto accident care →
Pregnancy Chiropractic
Safe, gentle chiropractic care throughout all trimesters addresses the back pain, pelvic discomfort, and postural changes that accompany pregnancy. Dr. French is a member of a professional pregnancy chiropractic network and uses pregnancy-specific techniques that are comfortable and appropriate for expectant mothers at any stage. Learn more about pregnancy chiropractic →
Youth and Family Chiropractic
Weston has an active youth sports community — Weston Youth Soccer, Weston Little League, Weston High School Trojans athletics — and families looking for chiropractic care for children and adolescents are welcome at Dr. French’s practice. Techniques are adapted for younger patients, and the same honest assessment philosophy applies — Dr. French will tell you directly whether chiropractic is appropriate for your child’s specific situation.
Getting to Our Norwalk Office from Weston
Driving Directions from Weston
From central Weston via Route 57 East: Take CT-57 East toward Norwalk approximately 5 miles. Continue onto CT-136 East (Newtown Turnpike). Turn right onto East Avenue. The office is at 148 East Avenue, Suite 1D — in the Riverview East building on your right. Free parking is available in the building lot.
From Weston via Route 53 to I-95: Take CT-53 South to I-95 South. Take Exit 15 (East Avenue). Turn right at the bottom of the ramp onto East Avenue. The office is 0.3 miles on your right at 148 East Avenue, Suite 1D.
Total drive time from central Weston: approximately 10-15 minutes depending on route and traffic. Route 57 East is the most direct route and avoids highway entirely.
Frequently Asked Questions — Weston Patients
Weston has very limited local chiropractic options. Dr. Thomas French’s Norwalk office at 148 East Avenue, Suite 1D is approximately 7 miles and 10-15 minutes from central Weston via Route 57 — making it the most accessible high-quality chiropractic option for Weston residents.
Dr. French’s Norwalk office is approximately 7 miles and 10-15 minutes from central Weston via Route 57 East or Route 53 South to I-95. Free parking is available at the office.
Yes. Golf biomechanics and golf-related injuries are a specific area of expertise. Dr. French has advanced training through the Titleist Performance Institute and treats golfers from Aspetuck Valley, Woodway, Wee Burn, and courses throughout Fairfield County.
Yes. Dr. French has served as a medical care provider at the New York City Marathon and has extensive experience treating trail running injuries including IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, hip flexor strain, and stress-related lumbar conditions common in distance runners.
Same-day appointments are available for patients in acute pain. Call (203) 939-9700 to check availability.
Yes. Dr. French accepts most major insurance plans. Call (203) 939-9700 or visit the insurance and payment page to verify your specific coverage before your appointment.
Yes. Dr. French treats children and adolescents for sports injuries, postural issues, and musculoskeletal complaints. Techniques are adapted to be age-appropriate for younger patients.
Schedule Your Appointment
New patients from Weston and throughout Fairfield County are welcome at Dr. French’s Norwalk practice. Same-day appointments are available for patients in acute pain.
Call (203) 939-9700 or book online.
148 East Avenue, Suite 1D, Norwalk, CT 06851 — 10-15 minutes from Weston via Route 57.
Serving patients from Weston, Norwalk, Westport, Wilton, Darien, New Canaan, Stamford, and Fairfield.