Chiropractic Info

Chiropractors are experts in the care of bones, nerves, muscles, joints, and ligaments. All these elements work together as one unit to make up who we are. When we hurt, our body does not function like a well-oiled machine - as a result we compensate by limping and causing other areas to hurt.

At your first appointment we provide a thorough exam and go over your history. If necessary, we will provide x-rays at our facility. Conditions chiropractors treat range from headaches (migraine to tension), neck pain, stiffness, back pain, sciatica, pinched nerves, tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, extremity pain (hip, shoulder, elbow, knees, wrist, ankles, etc.), short leg, muscle ache, and many other conditions.

After a thorough examination and a review of your health history, your chiropractor will recommend a specific care program. This will include specific spinal adjustments – the use of carefully directed and controlled pressure to restore spinal bones to a more normal position or motion. When spinal function is improved, nervous system function (health) can improve too. After years of training, chiropractors become experts at using the right amount of force in the right direction. This may require a quick movement or a slow and constant pressure. Some patients would rather not have a manual adjustment. All our chiropractors are trained in various techniques including the use of an activator, decompression, or drop tables.

Ask your chiropractor for more information about a care program that may include specific spinal adjustments, exercise recommendations, nutritional advice, or other conservative methods of care based on your health history, age, current condition, and lifestyle.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us and find out if we can help you!

Massage Info

Research and experience show that massage is a safe and effective treatment that can help you heal and prevent further injury. Massage is well known to knead away tension and relieve pain in muscles that are injured or in spasm. It also relieves discomfort in surrounding areas that may be tightening up or "guarding" in response to pain. Massage improves circulation, increasing the flow of oxygen and nutrients to your tissues. This helps reduce swelling and accumulated toxins that can cause irritation.

Massage for Your Health

Stress
Massage therapy is one of the best antidotes for stress providing more energy, improved outlook and reduction in injury and illness. Massage can also relieve the symptoms and conditions aggravated by stress, such as asthma or insomnia and provides excellent support for people in counseling.

Tight and Painful Muscles
Massage stretches and kneads away muscle tension relieving everything from short term muscle cramps to a habitually clenched jaw or tight shoulders. In addition massage works gently on the nervous system, relaxing the muscles throughout your body.

Injuries
Massage assists in the healing of injuries such as tendinitis, ligament sprains, or muscle strains. Massage therapy reduces swelling and inflammation by assisting the body in removing waste and providing nutrition to injured cells. In addition, massage has been found to be useful in making old scar tissue pliable and reducing its formation in new injuries.

Injury Prevention
By relieving chronic tension, massage can help prevent injuries that otherwise would be caused by unbalanced muscle groups or by the forced stretching of tight painful areas.

Pain or Restriction in Joints
Massage releases tight muscles that restrict joint movement which increases circulation to the joints. This improves the general health of the joint and it’s natural lubrication, reducing pain and discomfort.

Postural Problems
Massage releases restrictions in muscles, joints, and surrounding connective tissue (fascia). This frees your body to return to a more natural posture. Massage is also used to relieve the contracted muscles and pain caused by abnormal spinal curvatures such scoliosis.

Back Pain
Our modern lifestyle is frequently the culprit in back pain. Long hours of sitting at work, home, or in cars can lead to an imbalance between weak muscles and those that are chronically contracted. On top of that, tension and fatigue in back muscles are often aggravated by the stress of a busy, demanding life. Tight, weak, or tired back muscles are vulnerable to injury any time you overdo it. Sometimes it doesn't take much. A sudden jerk or mild twist can cause lingering pain. Next to the common cold, back pain is the most frequent complaint heard by doctors.

Acupuncture Info

Acupuncture is a method of encouraging the body to promote natural healing and improve function. This is done by inserting needles and applying heat or electrical stimulation at very precise acupuncture points.

The classical Chinese explanation is that channels of energy run in regular patterns through the body and over its surface. These energy channels, called meridians, are like rivers flowing through the body to irrigate and nourish the tissues. An obstruction in the movement of these energy rivers is like a dam that backs up in others.

The meridians can be influenced by needling the acupuncture points; the acupuncture needles unblock the obstructions at the dams and reestablish the regular flow through the meridians. Acupuncture treatments help the body's internal organs correct imbalances in their digestion, absorption, and energy production; as well as improve the circulation of energy through the meridians.

The modern scientific explanation is that needling the acupuncture points stimulates the nervous system to release chemicals in the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. These chemicals will either change the experience of pain, or they will trigger the release of other chemicals and hormones which influence the body's own internal regulating system.

Moon Gi Han provides acupuncture to patients at Mountain View Chiropractic & Wellness Center.

The improved energy and biochemical balance produced by acupuncture results in stimulating the body's natural healing abilities, and in promoting physical and emotional well-being.

Laser Info

K-Laser, a state-of-the-art, Class IV laser therapy, has been found to penetrate tissue and initiate healing on a cellular level, even allowing some patients to return to normal, everyday activities with little to no pain.

K-Laser, also known as High Power Laser Therapy, targets damaged tissue with specific wavelengths of light that have been found to interact with tissue and accelerate the healing process.

Much like photosynthesis in plants, light energy passes through the skin, into the cell membrane, initiating a process called photobiostimulation. This process enhances the body’s natural regenerative functions, as well as stimulating the release of endorphins and collagen. It may eventually even normalize damaged or injured tissue.

The result? Accelerated wound healing, as well as reduced pain, stiffness, swelling, and spasms. As the injured area returns to normal, function is restored, so patients may take their life back and resume their favorite hobbies and activities.

Conditions Treated With K-Laser

High power laser therapy can stimulate all cell types, including soft tissue, ligaments, cartilage, and nerves. Some conditions that have been shown to respond well to K-Laser include:

Other Services

As Bonney Lake's premier chiropractic and wellness center, you will find a complete set of services to fit your specific health needs. Our services span the spectrum from traditional to modern techniques in managing pain, health, and wellness.

Orthotics

Each foot has 26 bones, along with ligaments, tendons, and muscles working together to absorb impact and propel you forward. A slight misalignment can lead to foot pain, ankle sprains, bunions, and knee, hip, or back pain. Using orthotics consistently hold your feet in their correct position, reducing improper rotation and pressure that can cause issues throughout your body.

With digital technology, we can take extremely accurate three-dimensional scans of your feet, both while stationary and in motion for gait analysis, to determine exactly what type of correction is needed in your foot-bed. Dynamic motion analysis, foot pressure analysis, and weight distribution data is then used to create custom orthotics which are more accurate and efficient than those created through plaster casting.

The corrective insert is a fully custom shaped medical orthotic designed to work seamlessly with any product on the market - providing optimal comfort and the correct fit!

Decompression

Decompression is a gentle, non-surgical, chiropractic spinal manipulation adjustment procedure. 95% of back and neck pain patients do not require surgery. Decompression is a safer alternative to back surgery. It is also appropriate for failed back surgery patients who still suffer after surgery.

Decompression is a well-researched, well-referenced chiropractic spinal adjusting manipulation. Decompression relieves back, leg, neck, and arm pain. Disc herniation, arthritis, or back sprains are usually the cause of pain.

Decompression drops disc pressures and increases the disc space. It stops pain, realigns the spine, and restores ranges of motion. It is an accepted and widely used form of spinal manipulation.

Supplements

We offer a wide variety of supplements catered to your wants and needs. As a wellness provider, we have access to all the top-quality brands and can even ship to your house for your convenience.

Let's find the right supplement for you and your health. Just call or stop by to see how we can help you.

Free Pet Adjustments

We offer complimentary pet adjustments. Please leave your animal in your vehicle and check in at the front desk. One of our chiropractors will meet you at your car to treat your furry friend!

Nutrition

Need a little more detailed information to get you on the right nutritional track? Dr. Lisa Medel offers nutritional consultations to review your history, recommend potential blood work, and come up with the right plan for you. Unfortunately, this is not a covered service through insurance. Call us at 253-863-6378 to schedule and for current rates.

Decompression (flexion-distraction)

Decompression is a gentle, non-surgical, chiropractic spinal manipulation adjustment procedure. 95% of back and neck pain patients DO NOT require surgery. Decompression is a safer alternative to back surgery. It is also appropriate for failed back surgery patients who still suffer after surgery.

Decompression is a well-researched (with research studies completed and underway), well-referenced (with over 90+ articles in medical and chiropractic journals) chiropractic spinal adjusting manipulation. Decompression relieves back, leg pain, neck and arm pain. Disc herniation, arthritis or back sprain are usually the cause of pain.

Decompression drops disc pressures and increases the disc space.

Decompression stops pain, realigns the spine and restores ranges of motion while reducing low back pain, especially in the leg or arms. It is an accepted and widely used form of spinal manipulation. Today, nearly 60% of chiropractic physicians report using it in their practices.

Dr. John Huynh & Dr. Michelle Marconi have advanced their training through postgraduate courses.

Sports Injuries

We recently added a new technique called Active Release Technique. Ask our staff for more information about this technique and how we can use it to help you today!

Below you will find common sports related injuries that we treat, Just select your sport and if you are experiencing any of the symptoms or issues listed, consider making an appointment today to see one of our doctors.

Soccer

Twisted ankles, cramping muscles, and joint pain are all common side effects of being a competitive soccer player. Some of the more serious injuries involved in soccer are major knee injuries and concussions. It is important to know that once you get one concussion it is becomes easier to get another. Always follow your doctors orders when it comes to rest and rehabilitation.

• Sprains/Tears
     Ankles, Knees, Hips
• Strains
     Groins, Hamstrings, Quads, Backs
• Tendinitis
     Achilles, Knee
• Joint Dysfunction
     Entire Body, but most commonly in the legs, hips, and low back
• Head Injuries
     Concussions

Basketball

Jumpers knee, tendinitis in the wrist, elbow and shoulder, along with twisted ankles are all common for basketball players. The most common basketball related injuries can all be easily treated and with proper rehabilitation, returning to the court should be a breeze.

• Sprain/Strain
     Ankles, Knees, Back, Fingers, Wrists, Elbows, Shoulders
• Joint Dysfunction
     Entire Body, but most commonly in the legs, hips, and low back
• Head Injuries
     Concussions
• Tendinitis
     Achilles, Knee, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist

Baseball

Even in little league it can be common to get throwers elbow! It's most common in pitchers, third basemen, and shortstops, but it can really effect anyone on the field. All of the sliding and diving can also cause back, knee, ankle and hip problems as well.

• Sprain/Strain
     Shoulders, Elbows, Backs, Ankles, Knees
• Tendinitis
     Elbow, Shoulder, Wrist
• Joint Dysfunction
     Entire Body, but most commonly in the arms, shoulders, neck, ribs and back

Football

What isn't injured in football? If your back starts to hurt, don't ignore it! Take care of your back pain before it becomes serious and becomes the kind of injury that prevents you from playing the sports that you love. Our office has a decompression table that has had incredible results on patients with back pain and it was designed specifically for disc herniations.

• Burners and Stingers
     Neck, Shoulder
• Disc Herniations
     Low back, Neck
• Sprain/Strain
     Ankles, Knees, Hips, Back, Elbow, Shoulder, Neck

Golf

Posture! Posture! Posture! Bending forward and twisting puts the absolute most stress on the spine, and this is the exact motion of swinging a golf club. It is also common to develop golfers elbow if you are one of those people who can't stay off the course if the sun is out!

• Sprain/Strain
     Elbow, Shoulder, Back, Wrist

Running

Sprinting and long distance cause completely different injuries. It is more common to sprain, strain, or even tear a muscle if you are a sprinter. The distance runners commonly develop more chronic problems like tendinitis. Both sprinters and distance runners may develop shin splints which can lead to stress fractures.

• Sprain/Strain
     Ankles, Knees, Hips, Back
• Tendinitis
     Plantar Fasciitis, Infrapatellar (knee), Hip, Ankle
• Fractures
     Stress Fracture ? Secondary to Shin Splints

Swimming

Although swimming is one of the safest and effective ways to exercise because it is zero impact and you use almost every muscle in your body, it is still common to develop injuries due to repetitive motion. The good news is it is rare to experience major trauma while swimming and most injuries are easily treated.

• Sprain/Strain
     Shoulder, Elbow, Neck, Back
• Tendinitis
     Shoulder, Elbow, Neck, Back

Official Sports Injury Clinic for the Bonney Lake High School Panther Football Program

Orthotics®

Ergonomic Footwear, Custom Orthotics®, Built From the Inside Out. 3DO is a revolution in foot scanning and analysis that allows medical professionals to provide the perfect Orthotics® for your foot type.

With 3DO technology, we can now take extremely accurate three dimensional scans of your feet, both while stationary and in motion for gait analysis, to determine exactly what type of correction is needed in your foot-bed. This 3D information is then used in a digital process to create Orthotics® which is more accurate and efficient than those created through plaster casting, delivering your solution in days rather than weeks.

3DO provides a documents dynamic motion analysis, foot pressure analysis and weight distribution data-creating the most complete picture of your biomechanics.

A medical level solution for every type of foot
The corrective insert is a fully custom shaped medical orthotic designed to work seamlessly with any product on the market. Providing optimal comfort and the correct fit as diagnosed to you.

"In 2003 my career was cut short due to foot problems. Up until now, I couldn't stand on my feet for very long without them becoming numb and/or painful. Recently I discovered and tried 3DO Digital Orthotics® and now I am able to function much more normally. I can now spend much more time on my feet doing the activities that I love to do. I want to thank 3DO for improving my daily living." -Todd MacCulloch, Former NBA Player.

"As a major league baseball player of 16 years, I have tried different Orthotics® to help my flat feet and subsequently help with my stability and balance on the field with very little success. Recently I discovered the technology of 3DO and tried the Orthotics® that is made from this amazing system. Now for the first time, I am able to wear Orthotics® and have a paid for all of my shoes." -Mike Fetters, Former MLB Player.

The facts of fit comfort
Improperly fitted footwear can lead to a myriad of problems, and not just with the whole skeletal system, " says Dr. Craig Lowe, podiatrist with over 25 years of experience. "Your feet are 3% of your body's mass yet they bear the brunt of 97% of its weight. Problems with your feet can lead to problems throughout your whole muscular-skeletal system, including your knees, legs, back, and so on."

Internal Disorders and Nutrition