First State Health & Wellness

First State Health & Wellness Meet the First State Health & Wellness team—repeatedly recognized among the best in Delaware by The News Journal's annual Readers' Choice Awards.
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First State Health & Wellness has been providing award-winning integrative healthcare and education for over 30 years. Services among 7 offices across Delaware include Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Whole-Body Cryotherapy, Massage, Functional Nutrition, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression and Rehabilitation. In practice as well as online, we strive for excellence-so thank you for taking the time to visit our page! Our approach is simple. We believe that health is among our most valuable possessions. And while we generally meet people after they’ve lost their health, our commitment is two-fold:

1. Relief Care
When many people seek care in our office they have one goal: relief. So that’s where we start! During this initial stage of intensive care, we have several obligations:

Uncover the underlying cause of the health problem
Suggest a care plan to produce the fastest results possible
Offer ways patients can participate in their recovery
Explain the value of post-symptomatic wellness care

2. Wellness Care
We encourage our patients to achieve the highest levels of health they can. Through educational opportunities (like this website), we hope to communicate the value of ongoing chiropractic care. Our desire is to see our practice members abandon the prevailing sickness care model of health (waiting for symptoms and then taking action), in favor of the emerging wellness model. Regardless of your health goals, please understand that we see ourselves as mere servants. You’re the boss! It’s your body, your health and your future. Our job is to offer you the finest chiropractic care possible, and it’s up to you to decide how much of it you want. Sound interesting? Please select a convenient location and schedule your appointment today!

We’re Hiring! Our Middletown office is seeking a massage therapist to join our thriving wellness team. If you are eager ...
01/13/2026

We’re Hiring! Our Middletown office is seeking a massage therapist to join our thriving wellness team. If you are eager to make a difference in the health and well being of others, please reach out to Lauren at lhudson@firststatehealth.com or call 302-828-0048

01/05/2026

Natural health news published monthly by First State Health & Wellness | January 2026 Issue

12/23/2025

New year energy can feel exciting…and a little intense. Suddenly it’s calendar upgrades, big plans, and the urge to overhaul everything overnight. But if your body is already carrying tension from long days, busy schedules, or too much screen time, the best “reset” might be a simpler one.

A sweet thank you for everything Dr. ‘Santa’ Briggs does to keep his patients feeling holly jolly ALL year long! 🎁
12/19/2025

A sweet thank you for everything Dr. ‘Santa’ Briggs does to keep his patients feeling holly jolly ALL year long! 🎁

Support healthy sleep and save when you use your FSA/HSA funds for chiropractor-recommended Saatva mattresses. Sleep Wel...
12/17/2025

Support healthy sleep and save when you use your FSA/HSA funds for chiropractor-recommended Saatva mattresses.

Sleep Well in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Make Your Purchase

Browse and shop using the 15% Patient Discount link:

https://partners.saatva.com/firststatehealth15

Use any supported payment method while checking out (do not use an HSA/FSA card). After checkout, look for the Truemed Survey link on the confirmation screen.

2. Complete the Health Assessment

Fill out a short, private health questionnaire. A licensed provider will review it and, if eligible, issue a
Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) within 1–2 days. Important: The survey must be taken the same day as the purchase.

3. Submit for HSA/FSA Reimbursement

Use the guide included with your LMN to file for reimbursement. Claims are typically processed within 2–4 weeks.

Browse, shop and save 15%:
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12/13/2025

Health goals sound great on January 1…until life starts happening again. Work gets busy, sleep slips, routines get messy, and suddenly the plan feels impossible.

The 2026 Best of Delaware ballot is open! Please take a sec to nominate First State Health & Wellness under the Health &...
12/02/2025

The 2026 Best of Delaware ballot is open! Please take a sec to nominate First State Health & Wellness under the Health & Wellness category for BEST CHIROPRACTOR (UPSTATE & DOWNSTATE) and BEST MASSAGE (UPSTATE & DOWNSTATE). Thank you for your support! ❤️

12/01/2025

Natural health news published monthly by First State Health & Wellness | December 2025 Issue

BLACK FRIDAY ALERT: As a Saatva preferred partner, we can offer our patients and friends the BEST exclusive discounts av...
11/28/2025

BLACK FRIDAY ALERT: As a Saatva preferred partner, we can offer our patients and friends the BEST exclusive discounts available!

Save 15% when you purchase Saatva mattresses and accessories through First State Health & Wellness.

Browse & Shop Now:
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Questions? Chat with your chiropractor about how a Saatva mattress can help improve your sleep and reduce your pain.

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✨ Give the Gift of Wellness! ✨Looking for the perfect gift that fits everyone? 🎁Grab a First State Health & Wellness gif...
11/28/2025

✨ Give the Gift of Wellness! ✨

Looking for the perfect gift that fits everyone? 🎁

Grab a First State Health & Wellness gift card online and let your loved ones choose what helps them feel their best!

https://www.firststatehealth.com/give-the-gift-of-health/

💆‍♀️ Massage
🌿 Acupuncture
🦴 Chiropractic care
💊 Supplements
🥗 Nutrition services
🛏️ Pillows & accessories
… and so much more!

The best part? They NEVER expire. 🙌

Give health. Give relaxation. Give choice.

👉 Buy yours today at https://www.firststatehealth.com/give-the-gift-of-health/

We are so grateful for all of you...our First State family! Enjoy a happy and healthy Thanksgiving, from our tables to y...
11/27/2025

We are so grateful for all of you...our First State family! Enjoy a happy and healthy Thanksgiving, from our tables to yours! 🧡

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1536 Capitol Trail
Newark, DE
19711

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+13024541200

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Founded in 1984, by Dr. Stacy and Lydia Cohen, First State Health & Wellness is here to offer you the care you deserve when and where you need it. With six convenient locations in Brandywine, Christiana, Lewes, Newark, Rehoboth Beach, and Wilmington we’re able to help you reach all of your health goals-without drugs or surgery! Whether your goals are pain relief or living a lifestyle of wellness, the First State Health & Wellness chiropractors are here to help you meet them. Our focus is entirely on you as an individual. When you visit one of our offices we will give all the time and attention needed to get you the care you deserve and desire. We provide a variety of services to help you on your journey toward health and wellness, making sure we have the best natural options available to reach your particular goals. In addition to our healing, effective chiropractic care, we also offer: Acupuncture, Massage Therapy, Nutrition, Exercise & Rehabilitation, and Spinal Decompression.