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Dr. Jason Kim, D.C.
Chiropractor
Dr. Jason Kim is a Chiropractor practicing in Bellevue, WA. Dr. Kim specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Kim seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
16 years
Experience
Dr. Jason Kim, D.C.
- Bellevue, WA
- Central Washington University
- Accepting new patients
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Is chiropractic treatment safe for shoulder pain?
Chiropractic care is super safe. Even malpractice insurance companies think so since our premiums are less than your car insurance premiums. All treatment has its place but make READ MORE
Chiropractic care is super safe. Even malpractice insurance companies think so since our premiums are less than your car insurance premiums. All treatment has its place but make sure you have a great shoulder diagnosis before fitting a treatment to it.
Can shoulder impingement be fixed?
Most of the time shoulder impingement can be fixed. More advanced cases like larger labrum derangements or osteophyte formation, it can take a long time to rehab and surgery might READ MORE
Most of the time shoulder impingement can be fixed. More advanced cases like larger labrum derangements or osteophyte formation, it can take a long time to rehab and surgery might be an option. Make sure the treatment doctor looks at your thoracic mobility, scapular mobility, and not just the shoulder.
Can massage ease neck pain?
Absolutely massage can ease muscular neck pain. Make sure you know why you might have a tight neck. Most of the time, posture and strengthening helps long term.
What can cause lower back pain?
The list is long for causes of low back pain. That is why seeing a doctor is very important for your treatment plan.
Can I take a shower after seeing a chiropractor?
Of course you can!
How do I know if my baby needs a chiropractor?
During and after the birthing process, a lot can happen. I recommend at least one visit to a chiropractic office to make sure the baby's neck is moving well.
Can cracking your back paralyze you?
It is super super super rare. We know that insurance companies always make money and chiropractor's malpractice premiums are low which in turn means its safe!
Can sleeping without a pillow improve posture?
Sure it can but I would really focus on your posture during awake hours when you are actually using your muscles. Active care over passive care
How should I sleep to fix rounded shoulders?
Sleeping face up/supine would be the best. Make sure there is no dip in your bed as well
How do you relieve middle back pain?
Make sure your midback is moving well with chiropractic care, strong neck and midback muscles, and most likely posture can be improved.
Why does my back keep going out of alignment?
We typically do the same things after an adjustment. For example, practicing poor posture or hunching after chiropractic treatment
How often should I get adjusted by a chiropractor?
Everyone is a little different! If you exercise and move often, I recommend getting adjusted once every 6 months just like a teeth cleaning. If you're a desk worker or someone READ MORE
Everyone is a little different! If you exercise and move often, I recommend getting adjusted once every 6 months just like a teeth cleaning. If you're a desk worker or someone that doesn't move very much, you might need 1-2x/month.
Does chiropractic help spondylosis?
A spondy is when L5 slides forward. Our goal is to do the opposite. There are strategies where we can work on the sacrum and L4 to help get L5 stacked up with the rest of the spine. READ MORE
A spondy is when L5 slides forward. Our goal is to do the opposite. There are strategies where we can work on the sacrum and L4 to help get L5 stacked up with the rest of the spine.
How long does a pinched nerve in the neck last?
Until you relieve the nerve from whatever it is touching and decrease tension off the nerve. Actually pinching a spinal nerve is rare (very loose term now-a-days), so I would suggest READ MORE
Until you relieve the nerve from whatever it is touching and decrease tension off the nerve. Actually pinching a spinal nerve is rare (very loose term now-a-days), so I would suggest to see your local health professional.
Do you have to take your clothes off for chiropractor?
Wardrobe changes can happen at a clinic. It all depends on what body part we are working on and what type of treatment we are offering. A gown will always be available.
Why does my ankle feel like it needs to pop but won't?
I'll bet your ankle is stiff in dorsiflexion and/or in plantarflexion. A professional eye is better then an untrained eye. Go see your local health professional!
How long does it take to fix bad posture?
All depends on how hard you work on your posture. Specific posture exercises and chin control exercise helps the most!
What is better for sciatica acupuncture or chiropractor?
Since sciatica is cause by a disc bulge and the disc bulge is caused by improper mechanics, having a mechanical solution makes sense. Chiropractic care with core exercises and READ MORE
Since sciatica is cause by a disc bulge and the disc bulge is caused by improper mechanics, having a mechanical solution makes sense. Chiropractic care with core exercises and directional preference helps sciatica the best! Hope this helps
