Dr. Nelson W. Vetanze

Doctor of Chiropractic, Bachelor of Science, Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner, Certified Chiropractic Animal Practitioner

With 36 years of experience, Dr. Nelson Vetanze has perfected the most effective hands-on chiropractic techniques that allow patients to recover quickly. “My specialty is advanced hands-on techniques promoting biomechanics,” Dr. Vetanze says. “I treat not only the spine, but also shoulders, ankles, feet, hands—the total body.” His methods attract sports professionals from all over the globe, including many NFL players, heavyweight boxing champion DaVarryl Williamson and UFC ultimate fighter Mike Nickels. His clients have also included celebrities such as Burt Reynolds, William Fichtner, Michael Irvin, Brian Bosworth and Nelly.

Dr. Vetanze emphasizes communication with patients, inviting them to help determine the best treatment approach. “Here it’s not big doctor, little patient,” he says. “Instead, we work together as a team.” Dr. Vetanze helps patients develop individualized recovery plans that often include nutritional counseling and referrals to other Omni practitioners such as massage therapists, physical therapists, trigger-point therapists, reiki master and acupuncturists. When necessary, he also refers patients to radiologists, internists, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons and psychologists.

Outside of the office, Dr. Vetanze enjoys being with his family, which includes a wife, three children and two grandchildren.

Licensure and Certification:

• Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner
• Certified Chiropractic Animal Practitioner
• Bachelor of Science Degree, Human Biology
• Level 1 Accreditation: Colorado State Worker’s Compensation
• Colorado Electrotherapy License
• State chiropractic licenses in Colorado, Minnesota and Iowa
• Adjunct Professor, Texas Chiropractic College
• 20 hours certification to provide S. EMGs

Memberships, Appointments, Accomplishments:

• Member of the American Chiropractic Association
• Member of the American Council on Chiropractic Neurology
• Member of Council on Sports Injuries, American Chiropractic Association
• Member of American Academy of Chiropractic Practice
• Graduate of National College of Chiropractic, Lombard, Illinois
• Former official Denver Broncos chiropractor
• On-site chiropractor for the actors and crew of the remake of “The Longest Yard” movie
• A.C. Jenkins Track Award, Best Chiropractor, 1993-2001

Dr. Steve Slava Belits

Doctor of Chiropractic

Dr. Steve Belits takes a gentle approach to chiropractic care. Recognizing that all patients have unique needs, he works with each client to design an ideal treatment plan.

Before performing an adjustment, he often incorporates core stabilization exercises, physical therapy interventions and strategies such as trigger-point therapy and Active Release Technique (ART) that relax the muscles and enable the body to adjust more easily.

After graduating in 2005 from the Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Missouri, Dr. Belits opted to specialize in occupational and preventive chiropractic care. He also works extensively with professional and amateur athletes and patients suffering from auto accident injuries. He is currently enrolled in the physical therapy doctorate program at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.

Dr. Belits speaks fluent English as well as Russian.

Services rendered:

• Chiropractic care
• Physical therapy
• Active stretching
• Trigger-point therapy
• Active Release Technique (ART)
• Nutritional counseling

Robert J. Tanabe

Athletic Performance Specialist

Robert Tanabe performs an array of muscle treatment therapies that complement chiropractic care. He has 27 years of experience with techniques such as acupressure, active isolated stretching and trigger point therapy. In addition, he manages the Omni Chiropractic and Rehabilitation office. When he's not at Omni, Robert likes to spend time with his wife and three daughters.

Certifications and Accomplishments:

• Athletic Performance Specialist Certificate of Continuing Education
• Certificate of Achievement, MTS 4000, Xanacare Technologies

Wes Katagi

Licensed Physical Therapist

Wes Katagi, owner and operator of Physiovation, P.C., employs innovative therapy strategies such as manual muscle stimulation, strain-counterstrain positional release and muscle energy techniques. He also teaches patients to perform rehabilitation exercises using simple, practical equipment such as resistance bands and Swiss balls, which can be easily transferred to a home environment.

Wes provides one-on-one skilled therapy for the duration of each treatment session. He emphasizes patient education and takes a multi-discipline approach to health care, working in conjunction with other Omni practitioners. Although he specializes in sports-related injuries, he is also skilled in treating clients with chronic pain or with injuries from auto- or work-related accidents.

When not practicing physical therapy, Wes enjoys playing sports, woodworking, mentoring youth at his church, and spending time with his wife and two young children.

Education:

• Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, Master’s of Physical Therapy (1996)
• Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, Bachelor’s of Science in Pre-Physical Therapy (1994)

Edward M. Khokhlov

Acupuncturist, Hypnotist, Massage Therapist, Medical Doctor (USSR), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (USSR)

Edward Khokhlov offers a holistic approach to healing, using multiple techniques to treat the physical, emotional and psychological aspects of injuries. “If you hurt your knee, it’s usually not just your knee that is the problem,” Dr. Khokhlov says. “Your body is a whole system, and your mind and body are linked.” Originally trained in his native USSR as a medical doctor, he has since received degrees or certifications in psychotherapy, oral and maxillofacial surgery, massage therapy, the Bowen Technique, hypnosis and acupuncture. Dr. Khokhlov was a member of the USSR National and Olympic gymnastic team (1961-1964) and has earned a shodan (black belt) in Tomiki Aikido, participating in the 1993 World Championship in Japan. He is also a graduate and an advisor to the Board of Directors of the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a diploma in Acupuncture.

Books authored:

• Commuting or Computing: Easy Exercises for Those Who Sit
• Easy Exercises for Busy People or If You’re Just Allergic to Exercise
• Medical Deontology and Psychotherapy

Memberships:

• Acupuncture Association of Colorado
• American Council of Hypnotist Examiners

Toni Anguelov

Licensed Massage Therapist

Trained in Florida and his native Bulgaria, Toni Anguelov emphasizes massage techniques such as deep-tissue work and positional release, which is effective for pain relief. “Once you find the perfect position to hold any muscle, the pain will go away within ninety seconds to two minutes,” Toni says.

Toni has also spent 20 years with various circus companies, acting as a catcher for the teeterboard act. He is a national judo and sambo champion and is fluent in eight languages: English, Bulgarian, Yugoslavian, Romanian, Russian, French, Italian and German.

Education:

• Wood Hygienic Institute, Professional School of Massage Therapy, Kissimmee, Florida
• University of Sports, Sofia, Bulgaria

Inna Krivolap

Certified Massage Therapist

Inna Krivolap performs a broad range of massage techniques—including Swedish, sports and deep-tissue—that focus on relaxation and pain relief. Her clients include pregnant women, small children and patients from all age groups. Originally trained in Russia as a nurse, Inna later studied massage therapy in Denver and has been an Omni practitioner for six years. Outside the office, Inna enjoys spending time with her husband and 22-year-old daughter, as well as reading about history and philosophy.

Education:

• R.N. degree, St. Petersburg Medical School
• Certificate, Massage Therapy, Oxford School for Massage, Denver