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49 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Chiropractor in Olympia, WA
Founded by Dr. Donald R. Lathrop, Capitol Chiropractic has served the Olympia community since 1977. Our practice combines decades of expertise with a personalized approach to care, offering services including chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, massage therapy, and advanced rehabilitation techniques. We specialize in treating sports injuries, auto accident injuries, and chronic pain conditions while prioritizing patient education and preventive wellness.Our team of certified professionals stays current with industry advancements to deliver evidence-based treatments tailored to individual needs. With a focus on holistic health, we partner with patients to restore mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life through compassionate, individualized care.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Spinal Decompression
Massage Therapy
Sports Injury Treatment
Auto Injury Care
Neuromuscular Reeducation
Bio Cranial Therapy
Red Light Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in chiropractic care and wellness services.
- Our team utilizes advanced techniques like spinal decompression and red light therapy.
- We provide personalized treatment plans for sports injuries, auto accidents, and chronic pain.
- Our staff maintains ongoing education to stay current with industry advancements.
- We offer emergency appointments for urgent care needs.
What people say
Game changer
Fantastic staff
Compassionate chiropractors
Healing and wellness
90% pain free
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments focus on correcting spinal misalignments to alleviate pain and improve nervous system function. Using gentle, targeted techniques, we address back pain, neck pain, and posture issues while promoting natural healing. Patients benefit from customized treatment plans that may include soft tissue therapy and range-of-motion assessments to ensure lasting results.
Spinal Decompression
This non-surgical treatment relieves pressure on spinal discs to treat herniated discs, sciatica, and chronic back pain. Using advanced traction technology, we create negative pressure in the spine to promote disc rehydration and healing. Patients experience reduced inflammation and nerve compression through this FDA-cleared therapy.
Sports Injury Treatment
Specialized care for sports-related injuries combines chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and rehabilitation exercises. We treat sprains, strains, and overuse injuries while focusing on performance enhancement and injury prevention. Athletes benefit from accelerated recovery times and improved joint mobility through our integrated treatment approach.
Red Light Therapy
This non-invasive therapy uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to stimulate cellular repair and reduce inflammation. Patients use it for muscle recovery, pain management, and skin rejuvenation. The treatment enhances mitochondrial function to accelerate healing and improve circulation without side effects.
Massage Therapy
Our licensed massage therapists provide therapeutic treatments for muscle tension, stress relief, and injury recovery. Techniques include deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release to improve circulation and reduce pain. Sessions are customized to address specific conditions like chronic pain, sports injuries, and postural imbalances.
People
Dr. Donald Lathrop
Chiropractor
Dr. Lathrop graduated with highest honors from Cleveland Chiropractic College in 1977. He has practiced in Olympia for over 35 years, specializing in family wellness and injury recovery. His patient-centered approach combines chiropractic care with advanced rehabilitation techniques.
Elysia Johnson
Licensed Massage Therapist
Elysia Johnson provides therapeutic massage treatments for pain management and muscle recovery. She specializes in integrating massage therapy with chiropractic care for comprehensive patient wellness.
Galina Ramos
Licensed Massage Therapist
Galina Ramos offers customized massage therapy sessions focusing on stress reduction and injury rehabilitation. Her expertise complements the clinic's holistic approach to patient care.
Tony Johnson
Licensed Massage Therapist
Tony Johnson delivers therapeutic massage treatments targeting musculoskeletal pain and tension. He works closely with the chiropractic team to enhance treatment outcomes through soft tissue therapy.
Questions
What services does Capitol Chiropractic offer?
We provide chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, massage therapy, sports injury treatment, auto accident care, and red light therapy for pain management and wellness.
Do you treat auto accident injuries?
Yes, we specialize in treating auto accident injuries including whiplash, back pain, and neck pain through chiropractic care and rehabilitation therapy.
Are emergency appointments available?
Yes, we offer emergency appointments for urgent care needs and provide weekend availability when necessary.
What makes your chiropractic care unique?
Our approach combines personalized assessments, gentle adjustments, and integrated therapies like red light therapy to address root causes rather than just symptoms.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept PIP insurance for auto injuries and L&I coverage for work-related injuries. Please contact our office for specific insurance questions.
Reviews (5)
Brittany Carpenter
Feb 19, 2022
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This place is truly a gem of a facility! Kindness, compassion & care from the front desk to the exam room. Thank you!
Brian Rawlings
Jan 30, 2021
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Dr. Lathrop and his staff are fantastic - the best I've used in 30 years of back pain from sports injuries and excessive sitting in the office. What I like about him is two fold. He's a knowledgeable man, who genuinely cares for his patients and staff. He wants to understand what's going on with the mechanics and how it makes you feel, what provides relief, etc. The other thing that I appreciate about Dr. Lathrop is that he doesn't over do adjustments.
I've been to other practices where it felt like they were focused on getting the maximum adjustment. Dr. Lathrop has a calming presence and works soft tissue, and explores range of motion before making any adjustment. All said, the results that I get from him feel better and seem to last longer. I highly recommend going in to see Dr. Lathrop.
I've been to other practices where it felt like they were focused on getting the maximum adjustment. Dr. Lathrop has a calming presence and works soft tissue, and explores range of motion before making any adjustment. All said, the results that I get from him feel better and seem to last longer. I highly recommend going in to see Dr. Lathrop.
Palma Covallo
Oct 12, 2020
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Dr. Lathrup is one of the most compassionate chiropractors I know. His staff is top notch and easy to work with. I recommend him to all my family and friends.
Stephanie Childers
Sep 25, 2020
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Dr. Lathrop is passionate about helping his patients and has created an outstanding team of healing hands. Capitol Chiropractic to me is a place where healing And wellness happens.
Anne Gella
Jun 25, 2020
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This place is amazing! I've been going to Capitol Chiropractic for about a month due to an accident. I've never been to a chiropractor where I noticed results right away. The combination of Dr. McCullough and Julia for massage has been life changing for me. Recommend this place for anyone!
