Dr. Allison Hyman, DC
Serving Bellevue, Eastside & Seattle Communities
Health Through Life Stages & Family Chiropractic Specialist
Dr. Allison Hyman, DC, is a highly experienced chiropractor providing gentle, specialized chiropractic care, pelvic floor and sacral rehabilitation, and holistic health services to patients across Bellevue, the Eastside, and Greater Seattle.
With over 25 years of international clinical experience, Dr. Hyman specializes in perimenopause and menopause-related musculoskeletal health, hypermobility syndromes, metabolic and endocrine-related joint biomechanics, comprehensive perinatal and postpartum care, pelvic floor and sacral stability, postural rehabilitation, and pediatric care.
Dr. Allison's Approach to Personalized Care
Dr. Allison understands that whether you are completely new to chiropractic care or have had negative experiences elsewhere, it is natural to feel hesitant or anxious about visiting a chiropractor. She takes time to listen to your history and concerns and creates a treatment plan tailored to your comfort level.
From your first consultation, Dr. Allison prioritizes open dialogue:
- Listening to Your Past Experiences: She asks about previous chiropractic care, what worked well, what did not, and any techniques or sensations you disliked.
- Tailoring a Gentle Modality: She selects low-force, gentle, or low-velocity mobilization techniques according to your physical needs and preferences.
- Empowerment and Education: Her goal is to ensure every patient feels comfortable, heard, informed, and empowered as an active partner in their healthcare journey.
Athletes and Active Patients Dr. Allison Has Treated
Whether you are a competitive athlete, an active weekend warrior, or someone seeking relief from everyday physical strain, Dr. Allison brings extensive experience in sports biomechanics and movement analysis to her practice.
Throughout her more than 25 years of clinical practice in the United States and London, England, she has supported patients across a range of athletic disciplines and lifestyles.
- Equestrian Riders: Pelvic and sacral mechanics, rider symmetry, hip mobility, and core alignment in the saddle.
- Golfers: Rotational mechanics, lumbar spine support, thoracic rotation, and hip mobility.
- Tennis Players: Rotational balance, wrist and elbow strain, shoulder function, and footwork mechanics.
- Dancers and Performing Artists: Hypermobile joint control, range-of-motion management, ankle and foot stability, and postural alignment.
- Desk Workers, Parents, and Active Individuals: Postural guidance, ergonomic recommendations, and management of everyday muscular strain.
Sports from Her 20+ Years in London
- Cricket Players: Bowling mechanics, shoulder stability, and lower-back strain.
- Rugby Players: Musculoskeletal assessment following high-impact activity, with attention to shoulder and neck function.
- Rowers and Polo Players: Core-to-pelvis coordination, lumbar mechanics, and upper-back posture.
- Soccer Players and Runners: Lower-extremity mechanics, knee and ankle function, pelvic control, and overuse strain.
- Swimmers: Shoulder function, thoracic mobility, and repetitive movement demands.
- Volleyball and Overhead Athletes: Shoulder stability, jumping and landing mechanics, and upper-back mobility.
- Youth and Student Athletes: Age-appropriate musculoskeletal assessment and sport-specific movement concerns.
Key Clinical Specialties & Conditions Treated
Perimenopause, Menopause & Women's Midlife Health
- Hormonal and Joint Biomechanics: Individualized assessment of joint stiffness, spinal mobility, hip and pelvic discomfort, and musculoskeletal changes associated with midlife.
- Pelvic and Core Stability: Support for pelvic function, core coordination, and movement control.
- Postural and Spinal Alignment: Care for neck, shoulder, and mid-back tension associated with daily activities and postural stress.
- Tension and Headache Management: Musculoskeletal assessment and appropriate conservative care for neck-related headaches and muscular tension.
- Integrative Midlife Wellbeing: Ergonomic guidance, restorative exercise, and practical lifestyle recommendations.
Hypermobility & Specialized Women's Endocrine/Metabolic Care
- Hypermobility and Associated Conditions: Stabilization-focused care for joint hypermobility and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD), emphasizing proprioception, movement control, and joint stability.
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Musculoskeletal care tailored to individual symptoms and movement concerns, alongside appropriate medical care.
- Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S): Conservative musculoskeletal management and activity modification in coordination with appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Female Athlete Triad: Attention to musculoskeletal symptoms and movement needs in athletes experiencing low energy availability, menstrual irregularities, or reduced bone mineral density.
Pregnancy, Perinatal & Postpartum Care
Dr. Allison provides individualized biomechanical support throughout pregnancy and postpartum recovery. Her approach adapts to the physical, structural, and postural changes associated with pregnancy and childbirth.
Prenatal Care & Labor Preparation
- Webster Technique and Sacral Balance: A chiropractic assessment and technique used in prenatal care to address sacral and pelvic biomechanics.
- Pelvic Girdle Pain and SPD: Assessment and conservative management of pelvic girdle, sacroiliac joint, and pubic symphysis discomfort.
- Pregnancy-Related Joint Changes: Movement guidance and individualized care for changes in joint mobility and stability.
- Round Ligament and Sciatic Discomfort: Assessment of muscular and musculoskeletal symptoms associated with pregnancy.
- Preparation for Birth: Appropriate pelvic and musculoskeletal assessment to support comfort and mobility during pregnancy.
Postpartum Rehabilitation and Fourth Trimester Recovery
- Postpartum Pelvic and Sacral Care: Assessment of pelvic, sacral, and coccygeal discomfort following childbirth.
- Diastasis Recti and Core Rehabilitation: Guidance on appropriate movement, abdominal wall recovery, and core coordination.
- Nursing and Carrying Posture: Strategies for managing neck, shoulder, and upper-back tension associated with feeding and carrying a baby.
- C-section Scar and Soft-Tissue Support: Appropriate soft-tissue care and mobility guidance following cesarean birth.
Pediatric & Family Wellness
- Pediatric Chiropractic: Individualized assessment and age-appropriate musculoskeletal care for children and teens.
- Spine and Joint Health: Assessment of back discomfort, neck discomfort, and musculoskeletal movement concerns.
- Active Children and Teens: Movement assessment and support for sport-related musculoskeletal concerns.
Adjusting Techniques & Therapeutic Approaches
Dr. Hyman uses a range of chiropractic techniques and soft-tissue approaches, tailored to each patient's needs, preferences, and comfort level.
- Gentle Low-Force Adjusting: Activator Method, Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), Thompson Drop-Table, Toggle Recoil, and other low-force approaches.
- Webster Technique: A chiropractic assessment and technique used in prenatal care to address pelvic and sacral biomechanics.
- Diversified and Gonstead: Chiropractic approaches used to assess and manage musculoskeletal concerns.
- Myofascial and Soft-Tissue Therapies: Trigger-point techniques and soft-tissue mobilization to address muscular tension and movement restrictions.
Professional Background & Credentials
- Doctor of Chiropractic (DC): Life University, Marietta, Georgia — graduated with Highest Honors in 2000.
- Bachelor of Science (BS): Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana.
- International Clinical Experience: More than 25 years of clinical experience, including more than two decades practicing in London, England.
- Multidisciplinary Practice: Built and operated a clinic in London, collaborating with medical specialists.
- Continuing Education: Postgraduate clinical education in the United States and Europe.
- Professional Memberships: International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and The Pelvic Partnership.
Beyond the Clinic: Getting to Know Dr. Allison
Dr. Allison's journey to the Pacific Northwest spans New Jersey, New Orleans, Atlanta, and more than two decades living and practicing in London, England. Her international experience has shaped her broad perspective and approach to patient care.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Allison enjoys spending time with her family and participating in the local Pacific Northwest community.
- Equestrian Life: She travels throughout Washington state to attend equestrian competitions and cheer on her daughter.
- Family and Community: She enjoys time with her daughter and extended family, including her brother, Dr. Garrett Hyman, and volunteers with community programs.
- Music and Trivia: A lifelong music enthusiast and Bruce Springsteen fan, she enjoys live music and local pub trivia.
- Pacific Northwest Sports: She proudly cheers on the Sounders, Seahawks, Mariners, Seawolves, and Kraken.
Personalized Care Starts With Listening
Whether you are navigating a new stage of life, managing musculoskeletal discomfort, returning to sport, or seeking a more personalized approach to chiropractic care, Dr. Allison takes time to understand your concerns and discuss appropriate care options.
Serving Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Mercer Island, the Eastside, and Greater Seattle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Allison understands that anxious feelings are common, especially after a bad prior experience. During your initial evaluation, she discusses your history and preferences, completely avoids techniques you disliked, and uses gentle, low-force options (such as Activator or light-contact SOT) so you remain relaxed and in total control throughout your care.
Yes. Dr. Allison has extensive experience treating athletes across various disciplines-including golfers, tennis players, dancers, cricket and rugby players, equestrian riders, soccer players, swimmers, and volleyball players. She adapts her techniques to meet the specific biomechanics and athletic demands of each sport.
Chiropractic care is safe throughout all trimesters of pregnancy. Many mothers start in their first or second trimester to maintain pelvic alignment as the relaxin hormone increases, while others begin later to address specific symptoms like pelvic girdle pain or to prepare for birth using the Webster Technique.
Postpartum adjustments can begin as soon as a new mother feels ready-often within the first few weeks following delivery. Dr. Allison uses extremely gentle, low-force techniques specifically adapted for early postpartum healing, targeting sacral realignment, pelvic floor support, and neck/upper back tension from nursing.
Hypermobile joints require specialized stabilization rather than high-velocity thrusting. Dr. Hyman utilizes low-force, instrument-assisted techniques (such as Activator and SOT), paired with neuromuscular re-education and soft-tissue stabilization to support joints without over-stretching lax ligaments.
Endocrine imbalances, metabolic shifts, and energy deficiencies directly affect ligament elasticity, bone mineral density, and muscle recovery. Dr. Hyman provides tailored, low-load biomechanical support, joint alignment, and pelvic stabilization to help safeguard bone and joint health, reduce injury risk, and support full-body recovery.
Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause alter collagen production, ligament elasticity, and bone density-often leading to increased joint stiffness, pelvic instability, and spinal aches. Dr. Hyman provides gentle joint mobilization, sacral alignment, and tailored physical guidance to maintain mobility, relieve pain, and protect long-term spine and bone health.
