Chiropractic
Our clinic believes in diagnosing and treating not only the symptoms but the underlying issues so that our patients can prevent or eliminate their pain. Many chiropractors only treat back pain and neck pain but our LifeSpa chiropractors specialize in Active Release Technique (ART); which allows our doctors to go beyond a spinal adjustment and treat the soft tissue. Soft tissue injuries can be the hardest to get rid of and often linger re-injuring the spine. We strive to heal the soft tissue as quickly as possible and bring optimal function back to your body.
Call 303.516.4848 to schedule your treatment or schedule online.
Dr. Neil Dukes, D.C. B.A. A.K. A.R.T. C.A.
We are welcoming an experienced chiropractor to LifeSpa, Dr. Neil Dukes! Dr. Dukes is an instructor of Active Release Technique – the same technique Dr. Douillard practices – and travels nationally teaching this technique. He specializes in treating athletes who want to get out of pain in days rather than in weeks. Dr. Douillard feels very fortunate to have someone as skilled as Dr. Dukes joining his team. Dr. Douillard sees Dr. Dukes personally, and feels he will provide care that is as good or better than what he offers!
Dr. Dukes was inspired to become a healer at the age of 13 following a severe low back injury. At 16 it was imminent that he would design his life to become a sports medicine clinician. He has been involved in the healthcare field for the last 15 years, and practicing Sports Chiropractic for eight years. Prior to receiving his doctorate in Chiropractic in 2005, he received his bachelor’s degree in Sports and Exercise Science from UNC.
Dr. Dukes has since broadened his knowledge and experience by working hands on for some of the top Sports Gurus in the metro area. He has worked with numerous professional, Olympic, collegiate, high school, and weekend warrior athletes. His passion lies in assisting young athletes reach their full potential while avoiding injury. He believes that acute and chronic pain are easily managed through a multitude of holistic techniques. Dr. Dukes expects rapid results utilizing the most effective techniques taught today, and continually strives to improve results through continued education. Dr. Dukes is married with 3 beautiful children, and enjoys local triathlons and community events.
Chiropractic Visits with Dr. Neil Dukes, DC:
Effective January 11, 2013
- Initial 50 minute chiropractic fee: $140.00
- Initial 25 minute chiropractic fee: $90.00
- 50 minute follow up chiropractic fee: $120.00
- 25 minute follow up chiropractic fee: $70.00
Please note our 24 Hr Cancellation Policy: If a client cancels less than 24 business hours before their appointment there is a $50 No Show Fee per for a 25 minute appointment and $100 No Show Fee per 50 minute appointment.
Dr. John Douillard, DC
Dr. John Douillard, DC received his doctorate (with honors) in Chiropractic at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1984. As an Ironman triathlete, his initial interest was in sports chiropractic. He has provided chiropractic treatment to Olympic and professional athletes including Billie Jean King and Martina Navratilova (both wrote forewords for his book Body, Mind and Sport). Dr. Douillard was the Director of Player Development and also provided chiropractic services to the NBA’s New Jersey Nets Basketball team. In that capacity he designed their nutritional program and was the team chiropractor working in liaison with the strength coach and trainer. His job was to keep the team injury free, which he succeeded in. In fact, when Dr. Douillard was hired by the Nets, they were the most injured team in the NBA. At the end of his full-time season, the Nets were the 3rd least injured team in the NBA.
Dr. Douillard offers Chiropractic Treatment to both athletic and non-athletic patients. Working with athletes demands both rapid and lasting results, as they need to compete tomorrow, not after 20 visits to the chiropractor.
Dr. Douillard uses techniques similar to Active Release Techniques, which is a state of the art soft tissue technique used with professional athletes. He spends at least a half hour with each patient, and 80-90 percent of that time is working on the soft tissue. Dr. Douillard believes that the muscles are what move the bones, and if the muscles are overused or underused, they can go into spasm. When overly tensed, they lose blood supply. Without adequate blood supply the muscles lay down fibrous tissue, rendering them stiff and rigid. This lack of muscular elasticity compromises the blood supply to the joints, and soon they lay down protective fibrous tissue and inflame and irritate the joints, causing pain.
Dr. Douillard diagnoses the muscles that have lost their elasticity and reinstates blood supply to the appropriate muscles and joints. His goal: to achieve 50-80 percent improvement in the first visit, unlike many chiropractors, where you must receive 10-20 adjustments to experience results. In most cases the condition is resolved in 4-5 visits, depending on how many years the condition has existed.
Chiropractic Visits with Dr. John Douillard, DC:
Effective January 11, 2013
Dr. Douillard is no longer taking new chiropractic clients as he is referring all new chiropractic clients
- 50 minute follow up chiropractic fee: $180.00
- 25 minute follow up chiropractic fee: $90.00
Please note our 24 Hr Cancellation Policy: If a client cancels less than 24 business hours before their appointment there is a $50 No Show Fee per for a 25 minute appointment and $100 No Show Fee per 50 minute appointment.
