Chiropractor Manuel Compas D.C.
Dr. Manuel Compas didn’t grow up planning to become a chiropractor. He discovered chiropractic the way many of his patients do — through injury.
As a high school football player, he suffered a neck sprain while attempting a head-on tackle. Referred for care, he walked into the chiropractor’s office unsure of what to expect and honestly nervous. He didn’t fully understand what a chiropractor did — only that he needed help getting back on the field.
After a thorough examination, the chiropractor asked him a simple but pivotal question:
“What do you want to do for the rest of your life?”
At the time, Dr. Compas had two goals — play professional football, or become a physical therapist working with athletes. The chiropractor smiled and offered a third option: chiropractic.
As he explained that chiropractors are spine specialists trained in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries — and that he himself served as a chiropractor for the Canadian Olympic Team — something clicked. Dr. Compas realized there was a path that combined performance, rehabilitation, biomechanics, and hands-on care.
That moment changed everything.
Dr. Compas went on to earn his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northeast College of Health Sciences, where he received advanced training in spinal biomechanics, neuromusculoskeletal diagnosis, and evidence-based rehabilitation.
Today, he blends clinical precision with the mindset of an athlete. His approach focuses not only on relieving pain, but restoring movement, optimizing performance, and helping patients return to what they love — stronger and more resilient than before.
He understands injury because he has lived it.
And he built his career around helping others overcome it.
Education
Dr. Compas attended Ball State University on an athletic scholarship, competing as a dual-sport collegiate athlete. He began his career as a true freshman wide receiver on the football team while also competing in Track & Field.
During his time at Ball State, he was part of a Mid-American Conference Championship team and competed in the Las Vegas Bowl.
His collegiate performance ultimately earned him the opportunity to participate in a professional tryout with the Tennessee Titans — an experience that marked the realization of a lifelong goal to compete at the highest level of the sport.
He graduated from Ball State with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science & Wellness, establishing a strong academic foundation in human performance, biomechanics, and sports physiology.
He then earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northeast College of Health Sciences (formerly New York Chiropractic College), where he completed advanced training in spinal biomechanics, neuromusculoskeletal diagnosis, and evidence-based rehabilitation.
Advanced Clinical Certifications
- Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) Certified
- Certified by the American Association of Sensory Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AASEM)
- Certified Active Release Techniques® (ART) Provider
- Certified Spinal Decompression Therapy Practitioner
Experience
Northeast College of Health Sciences (formerly New York Chiropractic College)
Clinical Education & Rotations – New York
- Salvation Army Clinic – Long Island, NY
Participated in supervised clinical care serving patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. - Central Nassau Guidance Counseling Services (The Haven) – Hicksville, NY
Completed rotation within a multidisciplinary community health setting addressing neuromusculoskeletal complaints. - SUNY Farmingdale – Farmingdale, NY
Provided supervised chiropractic care to students and active individuals, focusing on functional movement and spinal health. - Family Medical Practice – Brooklyn, NY
Managed patient charting and insurance billing operations within a multidisciplinary medical practice, developing proficiency in documentation standards and healthcare compliance procedures. - Hanson Fitness – New York, NY
Personal Trainer. Designed and supervised individualized strength and conditioning programs emphasizing biomechanics, injury prevention, and performance optimization.
A little bit about Dr. Compas
When he’s not treating patients, Dr. Compas prioritizes the same principles he encourages in the office — strength, movement, and consistency. He maintains a regular training routine in the gym and believes that long-term health is built through disciplined, intentional effort.
Family is equally important to him. As a father, he values quality time at home and understands firsthand the importance of staying healthy and active for the people who depend on you.
Dr. Compas looks forward to helping you move better, feel stronger, and stay active for the long term.
Monday
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 1:00pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday
8:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday
Closed
Compas Chiropractic Rehab Studio
1001 Connecticut Ave NW Suite 535
Washington, DC 20036
