I decided to give acupuncture a try after I injured myself running last fall. I pushed too hard for…read moretoo long and didn't take enough time to stop and rest. Classic mistake of the zealous... The injury lingered for many months and seemed to get a little bit better until I re-injured my back in the spring again, after stacking a few runs and races back to back... I realized then that I had definitely gotten myself stuck in a cycle of repeat weakness and injuries! And nothing I tried seemed to help. In fact, I was losing some mobility and stretching only seemed to make everything worse. But then I discovered Balance Wellness, and things took a turn for the best! Chris was very thorough during his initial examination and asked lots of questions to which I provided as many detailed answers as I could. We established the nature of my aches and he explained to me how acupuncture works, what to expect from our sessions. I really appreciate his transparency. Chris is very good at making you feel safe and like you're in good hands. When I walked into his office, it was my first time trying out acupuncture. I had only ever seen it performed on others, including my cat. Establishing trust between patient and practitioner is important. With Chris, everything felt natural. Kudos to him! I've done a few sessions with Chris. But I can share with you all that after two sessions, I could already feel a huge difference. I came in with a glute so achy and tight that I couldn't bend easily anymore. Now, the glute pain is gone and I have regained my mobility! Acupuncture at Balance Wellness was a game changer for me. While some areas still need some work (I'm also simultaneously working with a PT to strengthen glutes, back and core muscles), 90-95% of the lower back pain I was experiencing is gone. I can run again and I have been running steady miles for 8 weeks straight now. Previously, I have had to stop my training for a week at a time due to glute and lower back pain. Gives you an idea how far we've come! I'm very grateful for my journey with acupuncture thus far and highly recommend Balance Wellness to anyone who is curious about trying out acupuncture, especially for exercise related aches and injuries. I feel like I've found a wellness ally in Chris and I trust his expertise completely. The results speak for themselves! Many kudos, can't thank him enough for what he's done.

I've been seeing Chris the last few months to help with this annoying fluctuating anxiety I've been…read moreexperiencing, and I've definitely noticed a difference in my temperament. In scenarios where the anxiety would usually spike (wedding prep) I've been able to stay more grounded and in the comfort of my body. I appreciated the way he explained that the treatment wasn't a cure all, but worked best with different modalities as well (yoga, breathwork, therapy, supplements.) Chris has such wonderful, beautiful, supportive energy, and that paired with his ability to be so present is no doubt a huge part of the healing experience. I also appreciate how he offers a discount when you buy a bundle of sessions. The only unfortunate thing is he only takes clients M-F 9-5, so not ideal for the working person (though it's so he can be home with his family.) But if you can make it work it is so so worth it!

I came to Family Chiropractic Center in Westlake Hills a mess of unwired nerves, crooked posture,…read moreand a stiff recovering broken right shoulder! Dr. Mark Sanders, Dr. Steve, and their incredibly kind and peaceful staff took one look at me and declared all was not lost! Literally, within a few visits, I saw major mobility improvements that 3 months of PT could not unleash! Muscle activation work on my always tight shoulder, the gentle unraveling of my perpetually frayed nervous system, a total health assessment of my life from my crazy birth to the moment I stepped inside the FCC doors. They listen to ALL of you! They are completely PRESENT throughout each and every visit! They send you out the door feeling stronger, taller, re-energized, with a clear plan for recovery and a relaxed mindset.

I started seeing Dr. Sanders at Family Chiropractic Center for some chronic back & knee pain. The…read moresymptoms went away after only a few visits. Dr. Sanders is the BEST Chiropractor I've ever been to & I have been seeing chiropractors for over 30 years, I highly recommend him. He is extremely knowledgeable outside the scope of chiropractic work and uses many different modalities (all natural methods) to suit your specific needs. If you don't like being "cracked", he is great, he has ways of adjusting you without "cracking" you. He always listens to what my concerns are ad what I have going on to see how he can best meet my needs each visit. He is gentle, which is great with sensitive nervous systems. He is on time and pretty easy to get in to see. His office is always clean and Leila (front desk assistant) is very polite and professional. If you are looking for a good Chiropractor in the Westlake area, FCC is the place to go!!

I saw Jeff after having gone through chiropractic work for several years for continuing low back…read morepain. My work is very physical. I am on the go for the majority of the time. It is expected to have between 10,000 to 20,000 steps in a work day. While the chiropractor I was seeing was somewhat helpful, I wanted to find a solution that allowed me to take control of the situation rather than having to rely on coming in for treatments weekly. All those visits add up in cost. After seeing Jeff for one visit I improved noticeably during that visit with pain dropping by 60%. What was different compared to other treatments that I had before was that I was being shown exactly what I needed to do to get myself back to 100%. How fast I got well was totally in my hands. Jeff was clear in his instruction and you can tell that he cares so much. I'm doing well several months after. Jeff continues to check in with me to make sure I'm progressing along. Thank you man! I appreciate the knowledge and your guidance on taking action for myself. Don't worry, I'm minding my body bank account!

This review comes from someone who could hardly walk for more than an hour due to excruciating back…read morepain, spent most of their time bedridden, and now confidently performs three working sets of 10-12 squats with a 225 lbs barbell. When severe pain in my back and left hip started, I thought it would somehow go away on its own. But a month later, I realized things were only getting worse. My toes and ankle started to feel numb, and I was diagnosed with two herniated discs and two protrusions. I decided to try everything but surgery: ultrasound, decompressions, massages, medication treatment, physiotherapy, and a chiropractor I found online. Almost 12 months of such treatments brought little improvement, until a friend told me about Dr. Doan, who had once helped her with her problem. Despite my desperation and being on the verge of opting for surgery, I decided to visit Dr. Doan. In the very first session, I was amazed by Dr. Doan's knowledge and practical experience. He laid everything out clearly, explaining that the problem was not just the injury but also my lifestyle, the way I slept, and my diet. He emphasized that such issues need a holistic approach and assured me that with time, things would normalize. We started the treatment, and I followed all his advice. It's important to mention that besides chiropractic adjustments, Dr. Doan also performed massage sessions, which miraculously showed results the next day. Within a few months, I felt much better, started walking effortlessly, and was eager to begin exercising. But Dr. Doan advised me against it, explaining that feeling better didn't mean my body was ready for workouts yet. Half a year later, I feel fantastic and strong. I am free from pain and continue to follow the advice on how to sleep, sit, walk and how to be aware of my body is not liking something. Frankly, these recommendations have greatly improved my life! To anyone looking for a professional who can genuinely solve your problem - Dr. Doan is the MAN! Thank you for helping me regain my strength, play with my child, and enjoy life to its fullest!

OK guys! This is my modest and amazing chiro, who over the years has only needed word of mouth…read morereferals... and still does. But, I wanted to give him the review he genuinely deserves, but couldn't, cause I'm not on Facebook. Booo! Here it goes... If you want a personalized, detail-oriented, professional, down to earth chiropractor, who is current and researches everything he needs about your individual needs, this is the chiropractor for you!! Hey, look! I went out of my way to create a "Yelp" account for him because I'm so grateful. Wouldn't do that for anyone! This is your doctor! p.s. I am in no way related to Dr. Doan. Strictly a patient review! :D

Ben is an outstanding physiotherapist. He has helped me with tendonitis in both elbows. He…read moreprovided, massage, dry needling, stretching and an exercise routine. Can't say enough good things about him.

Ben is the world's best physical therapist with an exquisite sense of touch. He has vast knowledge…read moreabout all the misalignments and injuries the human body is capable of, and remedies for most of them. Those he cannot help repair, he can help relieve the pain. For example, I saw him for two issues: a tendon in my ankle and a tendon in my shoulder. The ankle is beyond repair, inoperable with a frayed tendon. But he relieved the muscle tension aggravating that tendon and gave me some relief. He also taught me best practice with bracing, which has evolved a lot since I started injuring that ankle seventy years ago. My shoulder has rotator cuff separation, joint replacement, a severed subscapularis muscle, and a torn bicep. (Yeah.Believe me, I know what you're thinking). One tendon kept slipping out of place and binding on the artificial joint or on the bone to which the joint is attached. After several visits he had managed to significantly reduce the pain from that tendon and helped me learn how to support the joint so it would no longer be a recurring problem. Overall? I highly recommend Ben Shook and Axiom Physiotherapy.

Not only is he a chiro, but he is warm and caring human being as well. I referred many people with…read moreinjuries of all kinds of injuries to him, they all rave about him.

I've been to a lot of different chiropractors over the years for my fibromyalgia and scoliosis, and…read moreDr. Jay Ding is the best I've found! At my first appointment, he really took the time to get to know me and to understand my chronic neck and shoulder pain. Seriously, he worked with me for more than 2 hours! He was able to explain to me how muscle tightness in my shoulders and back is effecting my whole body. After checking all my reflexes and range of motion, we proceeded to acupuncture to "get things warmed up for the adjustments". I'm fairly new to acupuncture, but he was so fast and deft that it didn't hurt a bit. After I "marinated" for a while with the needles, he did some soft tissue massage and stretching of my trouble areas. Finally, he efficiently adjusted almost every joint in my body! I really appreciate this holistic approach that aims to put the body in balance rather than treating just one body part. I really recommend Dr. Ding for a new and diverse approach to curing joint or muscle pain. He is skilled in a wide range of conventional and alternative techniques, and you'll be amazed how much better you feel after a few treatments!

Dr. Sanders is one of the most knowledgeable doctors I have gone to. He is conservative and very…read morethoughtful in his approach. I had a discectomy and a laminectomy in CA about 12 years ago, which actually did not help my lower back problems. After moving to TX I was referred to Dr. Sanders for pain management. He has been a tremendous help to me and with his ongoing treatment and care I have been able to have a high quality life without excruciating pain. Thank you Dr. Sanders, Tanzy, Gracie, Natalie and Sarah for all of your loving kindness and care.

Dr Sanders is absolutely amazing! It's been 5 years and I'm still pain free! Thank you!!read more

I struggled for the past 8 years with constant pain in my neck and behind my shoulder blades…read more Sometimes the tension would be so bad that I'd seize up and be unable to move my head at all without crying. Seeing Dr. Dow has completely changed my life. I've been to many doctors, chiropractors and massage therapists before and none could do anything close to what Dr. Dow has given me: an affordable way to eliminate years of pain and discomfort. His therapies have helped me feel at home again in my old beat-up body. He is unlike other chiros for many reasons: -- he will not pressure you to sign up for some massive multi-session package. Come when you like on a case-by-case basis. -- he is affordable period, with or without insurance. If you are insured, he probably accepts your plan, making him even more affordable. -- instead of spending 2 mins cracking and rushing you out, you can receive an adjustment followed by 15-40 mins therapeutic massage and have the option to add physical therapy techniques like TENS muscle stimulation. Finding Dr. Dow is hands-down the best thing that happened to me in all of 2017. Book an appointment like NOW! His therapies work, and he is the sweetest person too.

Chiro Convos 1…read moreco-worker: Good moooooorning, Deeeeeeeeeej. me: Good mor... oh. OH. co-worker: Oh yes. me: did you just see - ? co-worker: oh yes, yes I did. me: you look so at peace. co-worker: his hands are magic. me: (dial phone) hi Dr. Dow, my co-worker looks resplendent. Do you have any openings today? Dr. Dow: I sure do! 2 me: so, being a chiropractor, if you were in a street fight, say... could you snap someone's neck straight away? chiropractor: hmmm! well..... no. it's not that simple. I mean... it takes strength. like if you're really large snapping a dainty neck, maybe. me: so like when James Bond snaps someone's neck - ? chiropractor: yeah... it's not that easy. I'll have to think about it! me: yes, do let me know. 3 friend: when I look to my right it feels like my neck is about to snap. me: you should probably see a chiropractor. I didn't believe in it until I paid $25 to see Dr. Dow. friend: I'm sorry, did you say $25? that's awesome for an adjustment! me: NO, friend. No: it's an hour-long session that first includes muscle stimulation pads, an adjustment, and a deep tissue massage. friend: an hour? me: an hour. And he usually has availability within 48 hours of your call. friend: Mon Dieu.