Meet Dr. Jay Handt

Chiropractor | Speaker | Life University Board Member | Disc Center of America NYC Lead Doctor

Dr. Jay Handt brings more than 45 years of hands-on experience to helping individuals and families pursue true health and peak performance. As founder of New York Chiropractic Life Center, he combines high-quality hands-on care with advanced diagnostic technology to help patients move, feel, and live better.

45+ Years
Experience

Life University
Board Member

100 Year
Lifestyle
Certified

Founder, New York
Chiropractic Life Center

More Than
40,000 Patients
Helped

A Mission Built on Excellence and Service

Dr. Jay Handt believes chiropractic care is a calling – a way to help people create excellence in their health and life. His approach blends modern chiropractic wellness care with a personal, relationship-driven experience that supports long-term, drug-free health for generations.

At New York Chiropractic Life Center for Health and Peak Performance, the focus is clear: it’s not about your back – it’s about your life.

  • 45+ years of hands-on chiropractic experience
  • Founder, New York Chiropractic Life Center (est. 1978)
  • Recognized as Best of New York Chiropractors (2008 – present)
  • Life University Board Member
  • Disc Center of America NYC lead doctor
  • Diplomate, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
  • Extensive postgraduate training in biomechanics, pediatric chiropractic, and diagnostic safety

Beyond the Office

Dr. Handt holds a special place in his heart for family wellness care and believes the strength of the future depends on the health and quality of life of children. His wife, Kathi, and their three children, Josh, Ryan, and Morgan, all receive regular wellness chiropractic care, and his children have been adjusted since birth.

Committed to making family care accessible, Dr. Handt established special family care plans to help offset the rising costs of modern health care. He also gives back through speaking, training, and community involvement, serving as a guest speaker and lecturer for professional organizations and supporting local health care needs through an open-door, community-first practice.

Dr. Jay Handt’s Proven Approach to Lasting Health

Optimize your nervous system, transform your life.
Step 1
Comprehensive Assessment

Your journey begins with a detailed review of your health history, daily habits, and goals. Dr. Handt combines advanced diagnostics with thoughtful conversation to pinpoint what matters most – so your care plan is built around you.

Step 2
Nervous System Optimization

Through gentle, precise chiropractic adjustments, Dr. Handt helps restore alignment and improve nervous system communication. This supports your body’s natural ability to heal and adapt, boosting energy, resilience, and performance at every stage of life.

Step 3
Lifestyle & Wellness Integration

Care doesn’t stop at the adjustment. You’ll receive personalized recommendations for movement, nutrition, and sustainable habits that fit real life. The goal is simple – help you build lasting vitality at home, at work, and everywhere in between.

Step 4
Ongoing Support & Results Tracking

Your results are tracked over time with consistent follow-ups and plan updates as your needs change. Dr. Handt and his team stay by your side with education, encouragement, and ongoing support – so the progress you make is built to last.

Your Comeback Starts Here. Your Vitality Continues Here. Your Wellness Thrives Here.

From athletes reclaiming performance to retirees protecting independence to wellness advocates choosing natural healing, The 100 Year Lifestyle supports every journey.

Live Longer

Maximize your longevity potential with proactive, evidence-based care that keeps you thriving for decades.

Explore longevity

Live Stronger

Maintain peak performance, independence, and vitality at every age through structural optimization.

Build lasting strength

Live Without Regrets

Make the lifestyle choices today that empower you to live at 100% for potentially 100 years or more, 100:100.

Start your journey

Ready to Start Your Journey With Dr. Handt?

Schedule a personalized consultation to begin your path to wellness.

Let Dr. Handt guide you to optimal health and vitality.