Business Details
29 Years
experience
Premier Chiropractic Care in Alexandria VA
The Chiropractic Associates, established in 1997, has dedicated over 25 years to advancing community health through personalized chiropractic care and clinical nutrition. Our mission focuses on addressing the root causes of health issues by integrating precise spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, and tailored nutritional strategies. With a team of seasoned practitioners, we serve individuals of all ages, offering evidence-based solutions for conditions ranging from acute pain to chronic musculoskeletal challenges. Our approach emphasizes holistic wellness, combining hands-on techniques like Neuromuscular Reeducation and Nutrition Response Testing with patient education on lifestyle modifications.Recognized for our expertise in both family care and complex cases, we prioritize creating a supportive environment where patients achieve measurable improvements in mobility, pain reduction, and overall vitality. Our decades of experience, coupled with continuous professional development, position us as trusted leaders in non-invasive, drug-free healthcare within Old Town Alexandria and surrounding communities.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Nutritional Testing
Soft Tissue Therapy
Prenatal Care
Pain Management
Wellness Coaching
Neuromuscular Reeducation
Posture Correction
Stretching Programs
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in chiropractic and nutritional therapy.
- Our team uses advanced techniques like Neuromuscular Reeducation and Nutrition Response Testing.
- We provide care for all ages, from newborns to seniors.
- Gentle, customized adjustments ensure optimal nerve system function.
- Comprehensive approach combines spinal care, nutrition, and lifestyle education.
What people say
Life-changing
Pain free
Holistic approach
Expertise
Improved health
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments focus on correcting spinal misalignments to enhance nerve system function. This service addresses conditions like back pain, headaches, and sports injuries through manual techniques. Patients experience improved mobility and reduced pain with personalized treatment plans.
Nutritional Testing
Nutrition Response Testing identifies individual dietary needs through muscle testing and clinical assessments. This service offers tailored supplementation and dietary plans to resolve digestive issues and boost overall wellness through targeted nutritional support.
Neuromuscular Reeducation
NMR treatments target soft tissue injuries by breaking down scar tissue and restoring muscle function. This service combines hands-on therapy with active patient movement to alleviate chronic pain, improve flexibility, and enhance joint mobility.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Specialized adjustments for pregnant women focus on pelvic alignment and posture correction. This service reduces discomfort during pregnancy, supports optimal fetal positioning, and promotes faster postpartum recovery through gentle, safe techniques.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Soft tissue work addresses muscle tension and adhesions through deep tissue massage and trigger point therapy. This service accelerates recovery from injuries, improves circulation, and complements spinal adjustments for comprehensive pain management.
People
Dr. Sean
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Sean specializes in chiropractic care and nutrition, with expertise in spinal adjustments and holistic wellness. He focuses on long-term health improvements through personalized treatment plans and patient education on lifestyle changes.
Dr. Michelle Woods
Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Michelle Woods provides chiropractic care for families, emphasizing prenatal support and musculoskeletal health. Her approach combines gentle adjustments with neuromuscular therapy to address chronic conditions and enhance overall well-being.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We address back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, prenatal discomfort, and chronic conditions through chiropractic adjustments and nutritional support.
Do you offer services for pregnant women?
Yes, our prenatal care includes gentle adjustments to improve pelvic alignment, reduce pregnancy discomfort, and support optimal delivery outcomes.
How does Nutrition Response Testing work?
This technique uses muscle testing to identify nutritional deficiencies, creating personalized supplement and diet plans to resolve health issues like food sensitivities and digestive problems.
What techniques do you use for adjustments?
We employ manual adjustments, Thompson Drop Table, Activator, Impulse, and Sacro-Occipital Technique, tailored to individual patient needs for optimal results.
Can children receive treatment?
Yes, we provide safe, gentle chiropractic care for children to address postural issues, sports injuries, and developmental concerns with age-appropriate techniques.
How long do appointments typically last?
Initial consultations last 45 minutes, while follow-up visits range from 15 minutes to an hour, depending on the treatment plan and patient needs.
Reviews (4)
Carissa Lawlor
Apr 04, 2022
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Staff is professional and very friendly. Doctor Michelle and Sean Woods are both knowledgeable and super helpful with getting you up and running!
Sofia Rose
Mar 11, 2022
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I've been going to Dr Sean since I was 6 years old, and now I'm 18. I am an athlete who is in constant need of adjustment, and he's been helping me to get adjustment, to change my diet, and to get better with my overall health. My mom and I have been going to him for a very long time. I highly recommend him, and he is the best holistic nutritionist in the nations. I recommend him for adjustment, or if you're ready to make a change in your life.
Doctor Sean is so invested in seeing his patients do better that it hurts him deeply to see his patients repeat the behaviors that CAUSE their pain. He is the kindest person however he absolutely will not sugar coat your diagnosis.
Doctor Sean is so invested in seeing his patients do better that it hurts him deeply to see his patients repeat the behaviors that CAUSE their pain. He is the kindest person however he absolutely will not sugar coat your diagnosis.
Tara E.
Jul 01, 2021
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Absolutely amazing! That's all I can say I am so very grateful for these angels! Thank you Dr. Sean and staff for helping me heal my body mind and soul
Diane H.
Jul 03, 2019
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Dr Sean is fantastic. We travel a long way to get to him because he provides such exceptional diagnoses and care--Both nutritional and Chiro. We credit him with turning around my partners declining health. Definitely see him and do what he says--it works.
