Ultra Chiropractic

What Ultra Chiropractic does

Ultra Chiropractic is an independently owned, single-location chiropractic clinic founded in 2004 in Seattle's University District (1100 NE 47th Street, Ste 101), serving the local community and University of Washington student population. The practice is led by Dr. Derek Cardenas and Dr. Hanchuan (Victor) Ma, supported by a licensed massage therapist (Alder Grey McGarvey), two chiropractic assistants, and two therapy dogs. Over its 20+ year history, the clinic has built a broad service portfolio spanning 19 distinct offerings, including manual and instrumented chiropractic techniques (Diversified, Activator Method, ART, Graston Technique), Cold Laser Therapy, Kinesio Taping, massage therapy, myofascial release, physiotherapy, digital X-ray diagnostics, nutritional consulting, lifestyle advice, and specialized pre/postnatal care.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer model with no telehealth or remote service delivery. Patient acquisition is driven by local SEO (148 Google reviews with an "EXCELLENT" rating), content marketing via an extensive blog, Instagram and social media presence, patient referrals, and relationships with personal injury law firms for auto accident and workers' compensation cases. Revenue streams include per-visit chiropractic adjustments billed through insurance or out-of-pocket, massage therapy services, and specialized Personal Injury Protection (PIP), MVA, and L&I insurance claims. The practice accepts 15+ insurance plans including Premera, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Regence, United Healthcare, Kaiser PPO, Cigna, Medicare, and Aetna.

The clinic follows a structured three-phase care model (Relief Care, Corrective/Restorative Care, Wellness Care) designed to drive recurring visits. Notable differentiators include multilingual support (English and Mandarin via Dr. Ma), an in-house digital X-ray system, integration of therapy dogs for patient comfort, and 20+ years of specialized experience treating car accident injuries in Washington State. There are no disclosed funding rounds, technology platform dependencies, or expansion to additional locations, consistent with a mature lifestyle practice rather than a venture-scalable business.

Name

Ultra Chiropractic

Legal name

Ultra Chiropractic

Website

https://ultrachiropractic.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ultra Chiropractic is a privately owned, single-location chiropractic clinic in Seattle's University District, founded in 2004, providing spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, cold laser therapy, massage, and wellness services to local residents and University of Washington students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chiropractic Services

NAICS

Offices of Chiropractors (62131), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

General Chiropractic Care (HSADALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Chiropractic Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Exercise (HSADALAG), Sports Chiropractic & Performance Care (HSADALAB), Medical/Therapeutic Massage (Rehab/Pain Management) (HSALAEAO)

Keywords

• Chiropractic care
• Spinal adjustment
• Massage therapy
• Cold laser therapy
• Injury rehabilitation

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Patient Visits and Adjustments: Revenue from chiropractic adjustments and treatments, billed per visit. Insurance reimbursement for covered patients, out-of-pocket payment for uninsured or wellness/maintenance visits not covered by insurance.
2. Massage Therapy: Revenue from licensed massage therapist services, including Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point release, cupping, and myofascial release. Insurance-covered for specific plans with valid referral.
3. Auto Accident and Workers Compensation: Revenue from Personal Injury Protection (PIP), auto accident insurance, MVA claims, and L&I (Labor & Industry) insurance for work-related injuries. The practice works with personal injury law firms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Ultra Chiropractic is a Seattle-based chiropractic clinic delivering spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, cold laser therapy, massage therapy, physiotherapy, and in-office digital X-ray diagnostics for the treatment of back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, and auto accident injuries. The practice operates a three-phase care model covering Relief Care, Corrective/Restorative Care, and ongoing Wellness Care, with treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. Services are delivered exclusively at a single University District clinic location staffed by two Doctors of Chiropractic, a licensed massage therapist, and chiropractic assistants.

Product overview

Ultra Chiropractic offers a comprehensive suite of chiropractic and wellness services centered around spinal health and pain management. The core offering is Chiropractic Care, supported by multiple therapeutic techniques including Activator Method, ART (Active Release Technique), Diversified Technique, Graston Technique, Kinesio Taping, and Cold Laser Therapy. Additional therapeutic services include Massage Therapy, Myofascial Release, Physiotherapy, Corrective Exercises, Nutritional Consultations, Lifestyle Advice, and Pre/Postnatal Chiropractic. Diagnostic capabilities include Spinal Screenings and X-Rays. The practice also specializes in treating auto accident injuries and worker's compensation cases. Treatment follows a three-phase wellness model: Relief Care for immediate pain, Corrective/Restorative Care for healing, and ongoing Wellness Care for maintenance. Patient intake is facilitated through online digital forms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chiropractic Care Primary spinal adjustment and alignment service using manual manipulation techniques to correct body misalignments and restore proper function; for patients with back pain, neck pain, headaches, and posture issues.
• Cold Laser Therapy Light-based treatment using specific wavelengths to interact with tissue, accelerating healing, reducing pain and swelling, and decreasing spasms.
• Graston Technique Evidence-based soft tissue mobilization therapy using stainless steel instruments to detect and treat soft tissue fibrosis and chronic inflammation.
• Activator Method Instrument-based chiropractic adjustment using a handheld Activator device as an alternative to manual adjusting.
• ART (Active Release Technique) Soft tissue therapy designed to treat musculoskeletal disorders by eliminating scar tissue from overused muscles; used for conditions including carpal tunnel, sciatica, and plantar fasciitis.
• Diversified Technique Manual adjustment technique using high-velocity, low-amplitude manipulations to reduce nerve interference and restore spinal alignment.
• Kinesio Taping Rehabilitative taping technique that supports muscles and joints while allowing full range of motion to extend benefits of manual therapy.
• Massage Therapy Manual manipulation of soft body tissues including muscles, connective tissue, tendons, and ligaments; includes Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, cupping, and myofascial release.
• Myofascial Release Intervention using gentle to moderate pressure on connective tissues to alleviate pain, relax fascia, and eliminate restrictions caused by traumatic accidents or inflammations.
• Physiotherapy Rehabilitation program including strength, flexibility, and agility training plus coordination exercises to prepare individuals for full participation after injury.
• Spinal Screenings Chiropractic assessment to identify abnormal vertebral movements and function, reducing subluxation and improving mobility.
• X-Rays Chiropractic radiology used to rule out pathology and determine adjustment locations, utilizing in-office digital x-ray systems.
• Nutritional Consultations Guidance on nutritional supplements and healthy food choices to support total health and healthy weight management.
• Lifestyle Advice Coaching to help patients live healthier lives by addressing individual wellness needs holistically.
• Corrective Exercises Movement strategies using bodily movements and postures to restore desirable changes in diseased or injured tissues.
• Pre/Postnatal Chiropractic Gentle and safe prenatal care to alleviate pregnancy-related stress and strains while improving comfort for mother and baby.
• Car Accident Injury Treatment Treatment for auto injuries including whiplash, sprains, and strains with diagnostic testing, x-rays, and coordination with personal injury law firms.
• Worker's Compensation Treatment Treatment for work-related injuries covered by workers' compensation insurance, including spinal misalignment and soft tissue injuries.
• Wellness Care Plans Three-phase care program covering Relief Care, Corrective/Restorative Care, and Wellness Care maintenance, structured as ongoing patient treatment plans.

Quantifiable outcome

• 32% of patients reported positive improvement in neck pain after chiropractic care (referencing study from Annals of Internal Medicine)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Airrosti: Outcomes-based musculoskeletal care provider combining manual therapy with active rehab, often sold via employer/health plan partnerships. Comparable to Ultra's ART and Graston soft tissue techniques and its self-pay/insurance hybrid model.
• Lifestyle Chiropractic: Boutique multi-technique chiropractic practices offering corrective care, massage, and wellness coaching with a similar DTC, content-led patient acquisition model.

Direct peers

• The Joint Chiropractic: National franchised chiropractic chain offering direct-to-consumer spinal adjustments at retail locations. Most directly comparable on business model (DTC walk-in chiropractic), though Ultra's multi-technique, longer-visit model contrasts with The Joint's high-volume, low-touch format.
• HealthSource Chiropractic: Franchised chiropractic clinic network offering corrective chiropractic care, progressive rehab, and wellness services. Comparable to Ultra on multi-technique service menus and patient-centric care models, with a broader multi-location footprint.
• Chiro One Wellness Centers: Chiropractic clinic group with a similar patient education, wellness-plan philosophy and broad service offerings. Comparable on phased care programs (relief, corrective, wellness) and insurance acceptance model.
• Massage Heights: Franchised therapeutic massage and wellness services chain with memberships and integrated wellness add-ons. Comparable on the massage therapy + wellness upsell model Ultra uses, though at much larger scale.

Regional players

• Aligned Modern Health: Multi-discipline Chicago-based wellness clinic combining chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture, and nutrition. Comparable on the integrated multi-practitioner model, though operating in a different geography.
• Tuck Chiropractic Clinic: Regional multi-location chiropractic group in Virginia offering chiropractic, massage, and rehab services with similar three-phase wellness care plans. Comparable on phased care programs and multi-service menu.

Broad incumbents

• Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa: Large national chain offering therapeutic massage alongside facials and other wellness services. Comparable on the retail/membership-driven massage therapy model that competes for Ultra's massage revenue.
• ATI Physical Therapy: Large outpatient physical therapy provider offering rehabilitation, sports therapy, and workers' comp treatment. Comparable on musculoskeletal rehabilitation services and workers' comp insurance workflows.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/ultrachiropractic
• Facebookfacebook.com/UltraChiropractic
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ultra-chiropractic
• Instagraminstagram.com/ultrachiropractic

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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