Dr. John Reitz

Chiropractor & Clinic Director

Dr. John Reitz, DC, DPhCS

Dr. John Reitz is a Doctor of Chiropractic with more than 23 years of clinical experience helping patients improve neurological function, posture, mobility, and overall wellness.

Dr. Reitz utilizes a variety of chiropractic techniques including:

• Palmer Package
• Diversified
• Activator
• ProAdjuster
• Toggle Recoil
• Drop Table
• Manual Chiropractic Techniques
• Subluxation-Based, Specific Adjustments

His clinical focus includes improving brain health, neurological balance, posture, and physical function. He also incorporates corrective exercises, physiotherapy, and patient education to support long-term results.

Dr. Reitz has pursued extensive additional training in:

• Neurological chiropractic techniques
• Sports injury care
• Whiplash injury management
• Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
• Golf performance through Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certification
• Chiropractic philosophy and patient-centered care

Dr. John has chosen to become very well-rounded so that he can help all types of people reach their goals. For example, he holds certifications in golf, whiplash, and nutrition and has extensive training in exercise rehabilitation and exercise training. Dr. John believes health is a combination of physical health, nutritional health, and mental health. At Better Life, we look at the whole body and the entire picture.

Dr. John is eager to become your Sheboygan Chiropractor!

Education

• Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa (2003)
• DPhCS - Diplomate in Philosophic Chiropractic Standards: Legion of Chiropractic Philosophers (2025)
  
• University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
  
• Sheboygan Falls High School
  

Community Involvement

• Member - Sheboygan Chamber of Commerce
  
• Member - Sheboygan Falls Chamber of Commerce
  
• Member - Early Bird Rotary
  

Certifications

• Legion of Chiropractic Philosophy Certificate
  
• Titleist Performance Institute - Level One Certified (Golf)
  
• Whiplash and Brain Traumatology
  
• Certified Golf Injury Specialist
  
• Chiropractic Nutrition Counseling

Chiropractic Organizations

• Chiropractic Society of Wisconsin
• International Chiropractic Association

Dr. John’s Chiropractic Story: From Injury to Healing in Sheboygan County

Dr. John’s journey into chiropractic care began right here in Sheboygan County, where he grew up in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. What started as a life-changing injury during his senior year of high school ultimately became the foundation for his passion for helping others heal naturally.

One winter morning at Rochester Park, Dr. John suffered a severe sledding accident that resulted in a fractured vertebra in his spine. The impact forced him into a long recovery, including wearing a rigid plastic brace that extended from his tailbone to his lower neck for an entire month. After the brace was removed, he was told he was “fine” and required no further care.

But he knew something wasn’t right.

Despite being cleared medically, Dr. John continued to experience pain and limitations—an experience that many people with unresolved spinal injuries can relate to. Determined to understand his body and help others, he enrolled at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, initially planning to pursue a career in pre-med or physical therapy.

While still dealing with the lingering effects of his injury, Dr. John was introduced to chiropractic care for the first time. Skeptical but hopeful, he visited a chiropractor in La Crosse—and that decision changed the course of his life.

Through specific chiropractic adjustments, he experienced real relief and healing that he had not found elsewhere. More importantly, he discovered a new understanding of how the spine and nervous system work together to support overall health.

In that moment, Dr. John found his calling.

He went on to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa—the birthplace of chiropractic care—where he immersed himself in the science, philosophy, and art of chiropractic. After graduating in 2003, he returned home to Sheboygan County with a mission: to help others experience the same life-changing results he had.

After gaining experience working in a local clinic, Dr. John founded Better Life Chiropractic & Wellness in April 2007, creating a space focused on natural healing, patient education, and long-term wellness.

In June 2018, Dr. John and his wife took the next step in their vision by purchasing the historic South West State Bank Building. Later that year, in December 2018, they relocated their practice into what is now known as the Better Life Building—a growing hub for health and wellness in Sheboygan.

Today, Dr. John continues to serve individuals and families across Sheboygan, Sheboygan Falls, and the surrounding communities, helping patients overcome pain, improve function, and live healthier lives through chiropractic care.

Together, Dr. John and his wife are committed to expanding access to holistic health services, creating a space where education, healing, and community come together.