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The Atlas Orthogonal (AO) procedure is the most advanced technique in the chiropractic profession. Research and clinical experience shows significant effects on the alignment of the entire spine with the adjustment of the Atlas vertebra, the top vertebra. Watch the video: "Introduction to AO" for more information on how your body is aligned and balanced through the use of the Atlas Orthogonal Procedure.

Dr. Lim received her Bachelors of Science in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, graduating with honors in 1997.
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Unlike conventional medicine, which focuses on attempting to treat disease once it occurs, Spine Arts Center emphasizes improving your health in an effort to reduce the risk of pain and illness in the first place. Most people would rather be healthy and avoid illness, if they could. This is one of the main reasons for the big surge in the popularity of our wellness center.
The mission of Spine Arts Center is to provide the highest degree of quality care in a professional, ethical, and caring environment. The vision of Spine Arts Center is to educate, motivate, and assist you and your family to achieve optimal health.
Dr. Lim received her Bachelors of Science in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, graduating with honors in 1997. She specializes in the Atlas Orthogonal procedure. This procedure focuses on the upper cervical complex and on aligning and balancing the body.
The Spine Arts Center is an established chiropractic office in the Northern Virginia / Washington DC metro area specializing in the Atlas Orthogonal Method. We offer Atlas Cervical Specific Adjustments along with full spine care and other health services. These include: Nutritional Analysis, Acupuncture, Low Level Laser Therapy and Exercise programs.
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Kirsten B.
Jan 25, 2021
I started seeing Dr. Lim for nutrition in 2019. I am a teacher and I was getting sick every single month from students at school - mainly the common cold that just wouldn't go away. Dr. Lim changed my life! Since going on her nutrition plan, I lost 15 lbs (I was thin to being with) and replaced it with muscle. My immune system repaired and I have had not been sick in 2 years.

I have been exposed to several people with Covid this year and never developed any symptoms or even felt "tired" myself. Dr. Lim is a caring, brilliant doctor and I could not recommend her nutrition services more highly. If you're looking for a naturopath or someone who does nutrition response testing, Dr. Lim is for you!
Sandra Summers
Dec 26, 2020
I heard about the SpineArts Center from another clinic, and I am so grateful! I was really struggling when I first saw Dr. Krakos. He was patient and listened to my problems and then began treatment. I had never tried Atlas Orthogonal adjustments before and am so glad I did. My back was so bad, it took some time, but it was the first chiropractic treatment to give permanent help. Thank you Dr. Krakos. I really appreciate your help:
Ashton Parker
Dec 02, 2020
I so wanted to love this place! I came for migraines and while I'm sure they help some people I found zero relief. I did stop treatment after 6 visits but I expected to see some improvement by then. I went back to my neurologist and she solved my migraines so after four months of constant pain I am now nearly migraine free! Honestly my biggest complaints were 1.

A patient standing at the desk completely maskless during the height of the pandemic. I understand needing to remove mask for treatment but this person was just hanging out at reception and when I mentioned it to reception they just sort of rolled their eyes like what ya gonna do. I wish they'd told them to put a mask back on or not come back it's against public health orders and made me super uncomfortable so that was my last time coming back 2.

I've called multiple times asked for my insurance re-embersment check which they called to tell me they have but still haven't sent! I also asked to have my MRI disks sent back to me and still don't have those I hate to be so negative but this was just my honest experience, like I said I really wanted to like this place and no one was unkind or rude just a disappointment.
Katie Lincoln
Nov 21, 2020
Dr. Lim is wonderful, and I'm so pleased to have found her a few months back when I really needed help! I was having serious issues in my neck and upper back to the point where I could hardly move my upper body without severe pain. My mom had recently heard about Atlas Orthogonal chiropractic so I figured it couldn't hurt to see what it was about.

I would have tried anything at that point! My expectations were shattered by the end of the first visit, with a clear introduction to the effects of the atlas being "out of whack" and seeing those in real time on my x-rays, which Dr. Lim took the time to explain thoroughly despite all the questions I threw at her. Since then, she has continued to be patient with my curiosity throughout the past few months of adjustments, and I am feeling so much better!

I have seen results since after the first adjustment and continue to be amazed that my pain level has subsided so substantively. The office staff is so lovely and helpful as well, special thanks to Whitney and Kelly!
Pom A.
Jun 20, 2020
When I walked into Spine Arts early this year, I was in so much pain. From a scale of 1-10, I had pain at a 20. Today, as I write this review after 3 months of seeing Dr. Lim, I have zero pain. Prior to finding her, I had spent so much time and money working with other doctors/TMJ specialists without any relief. I believe the lord led me to this place and I am so grateful to God and Spine Arts to be pain free today. Dr. Lim is patient, thorough, caring and just an overall amazing doctor. Praise be to the almighty God, who reigns!
Gordon King
Nov 05, 2019
I cannot thank them enough! I tell everyone that has back and neck problems to go see Spine Arts. I've had neck problems for 16 years. I am now pain free! I love the Atlas machine, one click and you don't feel a thing. I will never go to a chiropractor that does not have one of these machines. And Christine is great she knows exactly where to adjust. Thank you!
T. Nelson
Mar 21, 2018
I am returning patient and referring patient! Dr. Lim has really helped me with my spinal issues and through her care even has cured some issues with my breathing that I was told from a very early age would require surgery to correct. I have been under the care of other chiropractor in the past and her specialty is by far the most effective and gentle of those received.
K. Edwards
Feb 15, 2017
Do not got to Dr. Lim! I've never posted a review before but I still have chronic cervical spine pain because of Dr. Lim. Prior to seeing her my MRI was normal. (After another bad chiropractor.) After several months of treatment by Dr. Lim. my MRI showed several problems with the cervical spine. Originally she seemed to help my headaches but the last several appointments seem to go bad resulting in new issues including vertigo and chronic neck and back pain.

I normally would not post but I'm trying to warn others so you don't suffer daily due to her carelessness. Doctors and many others tell me physical therapy is the safest route for help.
J. Slattery
Jan 12, 2017
I have been receiving chiropractic care for 25 years (manual manipulation) with no relief for my neck pain. I found Spine Arts Center online and came in to see Dr. Lim. It's truly amazing the relief I have found by having my atlas adjusted, which also alleviated my lower back pain. I would highly recommend Dr. Lim to anyone looking for chiropractic treatment! She is very passionate about her work and I enjoy seeing her!
Bernard Schmitt
Jan 07, 2017
I have been visiting Dr Lim for a number of years now. During my teens and 20's, I tortured my body playing high school and college baseball, football and basketball. Once I hit my 40's, I realized that arthritis was going to make me pay for this behavior for the rest of my years. With a variety of types of treatment, Dr Lim has been able to keep me physically active and mostly pain free.

I have referred many friends and associates to the Spine Arts Center over the last few years, knowing that if they can keep me moving without pain, they can handle almost any other spinal injury or arthritic-related problem you may have. The friendly, caring attitude put forth by the entire office makes going for treatment a pleasant experience. I whole-heartedly recommend Dr. Lim and the Spine Arts Center.