Dr. Fernando Barrese is a licensed chiropractor with over 20 years of experience, and he is the founder of ICC Medical Group, LLC, located in New Jersey. His practice specializes in treating patients who have sustained injuries from auto accidents, sports activities, work-related incidents, and slip-and-fall accidents. With four locations throughout North New Jersey, ICC Medical Group serves a diverse patient population seeking care for a wide range of physical conditions.
Dr. Barrese built ICC Medical Group on a foundation of integrative care. The facility offers comprehensive services, including chiropractic care, physical therapy, orthopedic care, physiatry, and pain management, all under one roof. His approach emphasizes treating the entire individual rather than focusing solely on their symptoms. This model allows Dr. Fernando Barrese and his team to address each patient’s unique needs in a coordinated manner. The goal is to provide consistent support, whether a person is recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or working to improve their overall wellness.
The team at ICC includes a group of highly trained professionals who bring years of experience to their work. Chiropractors, physical therapists, orthopedic specialists, physiatrists, and pain management experts work together under Dr. Barrese’s leadership. He is committed to staying current with advancements in healthcare and encourages ongoing professional development among his staff. In addition to hands-on treatment, Dr. Barrese regularly evaluates medical cases and treatment plans prepared by other licensed professionals, ensuring that all care delivered aligns with appropriate medical standards.
As a chiropractor, Dr. Barrese focuses on helping patients improve mobility, manage pain, and support the body’s natural healing process. His treatments are non-invasive and centered on spinal health and overall function. He uses a variety of techniques tailored to the patient’s condition and goals, with a focus on safety and long-term improvement.
Among the methods he employs is the flexion-distraction technique, which utilizes a specialized table to gently stretch and decompress the spine. This method is effective in relieving pressure on spinal nerves and is commonly used for conditions such as herniated discs, sciatica, and lower back pain. Dr. Barrese also employs the Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), a gentle method that focuses on the connection between the sacrum and the occiput. He uses trigger point therapy to address muscle tension and pain, as well as rehabilitation exercises and physical therapy routines that help patients rebuild strength, improve flexibility, and promote recovery.
Dr. Barrese treats a variety of conditions, including lower neck and upper back pain, pain caused by herniated discs, and sciatica. He also treats neck pain that results from whiplash, poor posture, or muscle strain. His care extends to patients suffering from tension headaches and migraines linked to spinal misalignment. He provides treatment for shoulder conditions such as rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, and shoulder impingement. In addition, Dr. Barrese works with patients experiencing joint pain in the knees, hips, elbows, and other areas, often caused by injuries or arthritis. His treatment plans are designed to offer drug-free pain relief and long-term improvements in physical function and quality of life.
Many patients have found lasting relief through Dr. Barrese’s care. One patient shared that after years of struggling with chronic back pain, the chiropractic treatment they received at ICC Medical Group helped them return to their daily routine without discomfort.
Before founding ICC Medical Group, Dr. Barrese owned and operated several chiropractic facilities. These included the Wallington Chiropractic Center, the Chiropractic Center of Jersey City, the Chiropractic Center of Newark, and the Chiropractic Center of Elisabeth, where he began his professional journey. At these locations, he performed examinations, reviewed diagnostic imaging, developed individualized treatment plans, and managed each patient’s progress. He also prepared important documentation such as narrative reports, appeal letters, and letters of medical necessity to support patients’ insurance claims and treatment approvals.
Dr. Fernando Barrese began his academic path at the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark, where he studied engineering. He then attended Rutgers University in Newark from 1992 to 1996, where he majored in biology. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University in Marietta, Georgia, and later completed training in the Cox Distraction Technique at the National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, Illinois. This technique focuses on gentle spinal decompression and is used to treat various spinal conditions without surgery.