Dr. Neil Halvorsen is the founder of Salute Spine & Strength—a unique clinic-gym hybrid in Farmington, NY—where modern rehab meets old-school strength training. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northeast College of Health Sciences, and specializes in a rehab-focused approach that blends manual therapy with progressive strength and conditioning to help patients move beyond pain and reclaim performance.
With two Master’s degrees—one in Applied Clinical Nutrition and another in Sports & Health Sciences—and earning his Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA, Dr. Halvorsen takes an integrated, evidence-based approach to musculoskeletal care. His philosophy? Stronger bodies hurt less.
Prior to his Post-Graduate studies, Dr. Halvorsen served in the U.S. Navy as an Aviation Rescue Swimmer, an experience that fuels his special passion for “serving those that serve.” Whether working with first responders, military veterans, or active adults, he’s dedicated to building a safer, stronger community.
A local through and through, Dr. Halvorsen graduated from Gananda High School, played college baseball at Finger Lakes Community College & Keuka College, and now calls Victor, NY home with his wife Sandy and their twin daughters, Ava and Octavia.
Dr. Melanie Hsu earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from D’Youville University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a Rehabilitation Science Specialization. She has experience working in a variety of clinical settings and has treated a wide range of patients utilizing a combination of Chiropractic manipulation, soft tissue therapy, and constructing individualized exercise plans. She’s also a certified FRC Mobility Specialist placing a strong emphasis on movement quality and long-term joint health.
Outside of the clinic, Melanie loves staying active! You can find her powerlifting at a gym or hiking outdoors. She is always up for a new adventure and trying different things!
Whether you’re dealing with nagging pain or want to get back into activity, Dr. Hsu strives to help you through your goals and guide you every step of the way!
