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45 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Chiropractic & Wellness Solutions
At Houck Chiropractic, we are dedicated to helping individuals achieve optimal health through personalized, multidisciplinary care. Founded in 1981 by Dr. Mark Houk, our practice has evolved into a trusted provider of chiropractic adjustments, medical massage, and advanced laser therapy. Our team of experienced professionals combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to address musculoskeletal conditions, chronic pain, and wellness goals. We prioritize patient education, empowering individuals to understand their conditions and treatment options. With two convenient locations in Spokane, WA, we offer flexible scheduling, including same-day and emergency appointments.Our collaborative approach integrates chiropractic care with complementary therapies to enhance recovery and long-term wellness. We accept major insurance plans and focus on transparent communication to ensure patients feel informed and supported throughout their journey. By combining cutting-edge technology like MLS Laser Therapy with traditional techniques, we deliver effective, drug-free solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
MLS Laser Therapy
Medical Massage
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Digital X-Ray Imaging
Flexion-Distraction Therapy
Postural Correction
Nutritional Counseling
Nerve Pain Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care plans combining chiropractic, massage, and laser therapy for comprehensive results.
- Our team includes board-certified chiropractors with decades of combined clinical experience.
- We utilize advanced MLS Laser Therapy, proven by Harvard Medical School research for pain relief.
- Same-day appointments and emergency services ensure timely care for urgent needs.
- We accept major insurance plans and focus on transparent, patient-centered communication.
What people say
Amazing experience
Life-changing results
Professional staff
Personalized care
Pain relief
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Personalized chiropractic adjustments address back pain, neck pain, and joint discomfort through manual techniques. Our chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation to improve alignment, reduce nerve irritation, and enhance overall function. This drug-free approach helps patients recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and maintain optimal musculoskeletal health while improving mobility and reducing inflammation.
MLS Laser Therapy
Advanced MLS Laser Therapy provides non-invasive pain relief for arthritis, sports injuries, and chronic conditions. Dual-wavelength laser technology stimulates cellular repair, reduces inflammation, and accelerates healing without surgery or medication. Patients experience rapid pain reduction and improved circulation through targeted light therapy sessions lasting 10-15 minutes with no side effects.
Medical Massage
Customized medical massage therapy targets muscle tension, scar tissue, and chronic pain through specialized techniques. Licensed therapists use deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release to improve mobility, reduce stress, and enhance recovery. Each session addresses specific patient needs while complementing chiropractic care for comprehensive musculoskeletal treatment.
Prenatal Chiropractic Care
Webster-certified chiropractic care supports expectant mothers through safe, gentle adjustments during pregnancy. This specialized approach alleviates back pain, improves pelvic alignment, and enhances nervous system function to promote optimal fetal positioning. Regular adjustments help manage pregnancy-related discomforts while supporting overall maternal wellness and easier labor outcomes.
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Comprehensive sports injury rehabilitation combines chiropractic adjustments, laser therapy, and soft tissue work to accelerate recovery from sprains, strains, and overuse injuries. Our team develops individualized treatment plans to restore mobility, strengthen affected areas, and prevent future injuries while helping athletes return to peak performance safely and efficiently.
People
Dr. Jay Sherrell
Owner | Chiropractor
Dr. Jay Sherrell brings athletic experience and wellness expertise to Houk Chiropractic, focusing on musculoskeletal health and proactive pain management. He collaborates with providers to deliver comprehensive care through adjustments, laser therapy, and nutrition guidance.
Dr. Michael Ferderer
Lead Chiropractor
With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Ferderer specializes in chiropractic care, nutrition, and postural strengthening. He takes a multidimensional approach to pain management, emphasizing individualized treatment plans and patient education for long-term wellness outcomes.
Dr. Colleen Apple
Chiropractor
Webster-certified Dr. Apple provides prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care with a patient-centered approach. Her expertise in sports biomechanics helps patients of all ages achieve pain relief and improved functionality through gentle, effective adjustments.
Bryce Cronquist
Licensed Massage Therapist
With over a decade of experience, Bryce specializes in trigger point therapy and results-driven massage treatment. He focuses on chronic pain relief through targeted techniques that improve mobility and support long-term recovery for patients with persistent discomfort.
Crystal Corning
Licensed Massage Therapist
Crystal combines 20 years of massage experience with office management expertise. She delivers therapeutic treatments while ensuring smooth clinic operations, maintaining Houk's reputation for organized, compassionate patient care across both Spokane locations.
Questions
What conditions do you treat at Houk Chiropractic?
We treat chronic back/neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, sciatica, nerve pain, auto accident injuries, and posture-related issues using chiropractic adjustments, laser therapy, and medical massage.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept major insurance providers including Aetna, Medicare, Premera Blue Cross, Regence, United Healthcare, and workers' compensation. Check with your provider for specific coverage details.
What makes your laser therapy unique?
Our robotic MLS Laser delivers synchronized dual-wavelength therapy for faster healing, reduced inflammation, and pain relief without surgery or medication, with treatments lasting 10-15 minutes per session.
Are your chiropractors qualified?
Our team includes board-certified chiropractors with decades of combined experience, specializing in various techniques including manual adjustments, instrument-assisted methods, and prenatal care.
Can I schedule same-day appointments?
Yes, we offer same-day visits and emergency appointments at both Spokane locations with flexible scheduling from 7am-6pm Monday-Friday.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a consultation, thorough examination, digital imaging if needed, and discussion of personalized treatment options to address your specific health goals and concerns.
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Reviews (4)
Craig Ferderer
Jun 09, 2022
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Got me in quickly when my back acted up. Relief and now some stability. Very grateful for their professionalism.
Melody Youker
May 17, 2022
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This is a great place to get a massage I have had treatment with all of those who work there and Houk sure knows how to hire folks who are good at this job.
Steve Hopkins
May 10, 2022
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Always professional, courteous and prompt. Have been a patient for 10 years. Thank you Dr Ferderer, Jenny LMT and staff! See you guys soon.
Sarah Jackson
Feb 25, 2022
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I've been to several chiropractic offices and this one by far is the absolute best! The receptionists are all super sweet and the massage therapists and chiropractors have wonderful bedside manner. Even the ones I'm not a patient of say hi and seem to really love what they do. I always look forward to my massages with Bryce because I always leave with so much less pain. Usually I don't even realize how much I'm hurting until after and I feel so much better.
This office is my favorite, I hate going to drs, or waiting, but they are always on top of everything they do, I never have to wait, and like I said before they have great bedside manner. If only I could make every drs office as welcoming as theirs.
This office is my favorite, I hate going to drs, or waiting, but they are always on top of everything they do, I never have to wait, and like I said before they have great bedside manner. If only I could make every drs office as welcoming as theirs.
