Our Techniques

We use a number of highly-effective adjusting approaches to help improve spinal biomechanics and reduce nervous system interference. The approach we use is based on our judgment and years of experience.

The hand-held Activator instrument delivers a precise, low force adjustment.

The primary adjusting techniques we use include:

Activator Methods®

This is a system of spinal evaluation combined with a handheld adjusting instrument that delivers a consistent, low-force thrust... read more» 

Diversified

After identifying which spinal bones have lost their normal motion or position, a specific manual thrust is administered to free up “stuck” joints... read more»

SOT

Sacro Occipital Technique helps normalize the relationship between the pelvis and the head, using gravity to make the necessary correction... read more»

Thompson

Thompson Terminal Point technique is a system of analysis and a special table that reduces the amount of energy needed to adjust your spine... read more»

In addition to spinal adjustments, Dr. O'Hollaren provides instructions on rehabilitative and therapeutic exercises.
Other

In addition to graduating cum laude from Sherman Chiropractic College in 1983, Dr. Nichols completed an additional three years of training and education in Chiropractic Spinal Rehabilitation through Los Angeles Chiropractic College. In conjunction with gentle spinal adjustments, Dr. Nichols provides specific therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises for flexibility, balance, strength, and coordination.

If you’ve been to a chiropractor before and prefer to be adjusted in a particular way, let Dr. Lorri Nichols know. We want you to relax, enjoy and fully benefit from your chiropractic care.




Dr. Lorri Nichols & Dr. Jolene Gagnon
34730 Pacific Hwy South, Federal Way, WA | (253) 874-0198

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Dr. Lorri Asks some important questions of interest to Federal Way residents - Chiropractor Federal Way Dr. Lorri Asks...

What's your plan to deal with drug-resistant 'super germs'?
Chiropractors have always been concerned with the indiscriminate use of antibiotics, accelerating the mutation of microbes that make "wonder" drugs increasingly ineffective. My strategy? Do everything possible to bolster my immune system through proper diet, rest, exercise, clean air, pure water and an optimally functioning nervous system with regular chiropractic care.
How does headache medication find the headache?
It can't! Chiropractors know that when you ingest a drug and it enters your bloodstream it numbs or deadens your entire body. Chiropractic adjustments, on the other hand, are specific, targeted and delivered with precision.