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/sacral rehabilitation, and holistic health services to patients across Bellevue, the Eastside (including Kirkland, Redmond, and Mercer Island), and the Greater Seattle area.
With over 25 years of international clinical experience, Dr. Hyman specializes in postural rehabilitation, perimenopause and menopause-related musculoskeletal health, hypermobility syndromes, metabolic and endocrine-related joint biomechanics, comprehensive perinatal and postpartum care, pelvic floor and sacral stability, and pediatric chiropractic care.
What’s Dr. Allison’s Approach to Your Personalized Care
Dr. Allison understands that whether you are completely new to chiropractic care or have had prior negative experiences elsewhere, it is natural to feel hesitant or anxious about visiting a chiropractor. She takes this into account in her practice, taking time to listen to your history and concerns and create a gentle treatment plan tailored to your comfort level. From your very first consultation, Dr. Allison prioritizes open dialogue:
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Listening to Your Past Experiences: She always asks about any prior chiropractic care you have received-what worked well, what didn’t, and any techniques or sensations you disliked-so she can avoid what failed or caused discomfort.
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Tailoring a Gentle Modality: By learning your personal preferences, she selectively applies low-force, gentle, or low-velocity mobilization techniques to match your physical needs and emotional comfort.
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Empowerment & Education: Dr. Allison’s overarching goal is to ensure every patient feels comfortable, heard, fully informed, and empowered as an active partner in their own health and healing journey.
Did You Know? Athletes & Diverse Patient Backgrounds Dr. Allison Has Treated
Whether you are a competitive athlete pushing for peak performance, an active weekend warrior, or someone seeking relief from everyday physical strain, Dr. Allison brings a rich depth of sports biomechanics and movement analysis to her practice. Throughout her 25+ years of clinical practice in the United States and during her two decades in London, England, she has supported patients across many athletic disciplines and lifestyle backgrounds:
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Desk Workers, Parents & Everyday Active Individuals: Postural retraining, ergonomic alignment, and relief from stress-induced muscle strain, tailored to everyday life.
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Equestrian Riders: Specialized pelvic and sacral balancing to ensure rider symmetry, hip mobility, and core alignment in the saddle.
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Soccer Players & Runners: Lower extremity joint tracking, knee/ankle alignment, pelvic leveling, and overuse strain relief.
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Golfers: Rotary torso mechanics, lumbar spine protection, dynamic thoracic rotation, and hip mobility to optimize swing power while preventing low back strain.
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Tennis Players: Asymmetrical rotational balance, relief from wrist/elbow strain (lateral epicondylitis), rotator cuff care, and multi-directional footwork impact management.
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Dancers & Performing Artists: Precise care for hypermobile joints, extreme range-of-motion control, turnout biomechanics, ankle/foot stability, and postural alignment.
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Swimmers: Shoulder impingement prevention, thoracic spine mobility, and support for ribcage expansion.
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Volleyball & Overhead Athletes: Rotator cuff stabilization, repetitive jumping load absorption, and upper back strain relief.
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Youth & Student Athletes: Age-appropriate, gentle structural adjustments supporting growth spurts, posture, and sport-specific biomechanics.
Traditional British & European Sports (From Her 20+ Years in London):
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Cricket Players: Managing rotational forces during bowling actions, shoulder stability, lower-back strain relief, and hamstring strain prevention.
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Rugby Players: High-impact, full-contact biomechanical care focusing on spinal realignment, shoulder girdle stability, and neck recovery.
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Rowers & Polo Players: Core-to-pelvis force transfer, lumbar disc preservation, and upper back postural stability.
Key Clinical Specialties & Conditions Treated
Perimenopause, Menopause & Women’s Midlife Health
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Hormonal & Joint Biomechanics: Targeted care for estrogen-deficiency-related joint stiffness, spinal degeneration, hip/pelvic pain, and bone density shifts.
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Pelvic & Core Stability: Specialized sacral alignment, pelvic floor dysfunction support, and core stabilization during hormonal transition.
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Postural & Spinal Alignment: Relief for mid-back, neck, and shoulder tension linked to changing body composition, work-from-home desk setups, and postural stress.
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Tension & Headache Relief: Non-invasive care for hormonal migraines, cervicogenic headaches, and stress-induced neck strain.
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Integrative Midlife Wellbeing: Ergonomic guidance, targeted restorative exercise, joint-support nutrition advice, and lifestyle stress mitigation.
Hypermobility & Specialized Women’s Endocrine/Metabolic Care
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Hypermobility & Associated Conditions: Gentle, stabilization-focused care for Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD) and joint hyperlaxity-focusing on proprioceptive re-training, low-force alignment, dynamic joint stabilization, and preventing recurrent micro-luxations.
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PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) Support: Comprehensive physical and biomechanical care managing the downstream musculoskeletal impacts of endocrine and metabolic dysfunction, insulin sensitivity shifts, systemic joint inflammation, and hormonal fluid retention.
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Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs): Conservative biomechanical management to protect structural integrity, support recovery, reduce stress fracture risk, and adapt joint loading for active women and athletes experiencing energy availability imbalances.
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Female Athlete Triad: Specialized care addressing muscle tension, pelvic alignment, and bone stress injury prevention in active female athletes facing low energy availability, menstrual irregularities, and altered bone mineral density.
Comprehensive Pregnancy, Perinatal & Postpartum Care
Dr. Allison provides continuous, specialized biomechanical support across every trimester of pregnancy and into the critical “fourth trimester” and beyond. With ICPA certification and pelvic floor expertise, her care adapts to the rapid structural, hormonal, and postural changes of childbearing.
Prenatal Care & Labor Preparation
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Webster Technique & Sacral Balance: Certified in the Webster Technique-a specific chiropractic analysis and gentle adjustment that restores sacral balance, reduces uterine ligamentous tension, and optimizes pelvic space to support natural fetal positioning.
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Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) & SPD Relief: Target-focused, low-force adjustments to resolve Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD), Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain, and sharp anterior pelvic ring discomfort.
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Biomechanical Adaptation to Relaxin: Managing hyper-laxity and joint instability caused by surging relaxin hormones through soft-tissue stabilization, supportive taping, and precise pelvic leveling.
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Round Ligament & Sciatic Pain Relief: Easing sharp lower abdominal pulling, tension, and sciatica triggered by altered center of gravity and postural compensation.
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Preparation for Birth: Optimizing pelvic outlet biomechanics to reduce friction and strain during labor and delivery.
Postpartum Rehabilitation & “Fourth Trimester” Recovery
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Postpartum Pelvic Floor & Sacral Realignment: Gently re-aligning the pelvis, sacrum, and coccyx after the physical strain and displacement of labor and birth.
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Diastasis Recti & Core Rehabilitation: Integrative guidance on co-activating the deep transverse abdominis and pelvic floor to restore intra-abdominal pressure and support abdominal wall recovery.
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Nursing & Carrying Postural Relief: Conservative relief for upper back strain, neck stiffness, and shoulder tension (“nursing posture”) resulting from feeding, holding, and carrying baby.
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C-Section Scar & Soft Tissue Support: Gentle myofascial and soft-tissue mobilization around the lower abdomen and pelvis to reduce scar tissue restriction and compensate for altered core stability.
Pediatric & Family Wellness
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Pediatric Chiropractic: Gentle, light-contact adjustments for infants, children, and teens to support growth and nervous system health.
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Spine & Joint Health: Comprehensive care for chronic low back pain, sciatica, SI joint dysfunction, and repetitive strain.
Adjusting Techniques & Therapeutic Approaches
Dr. Hyman utilizes a versatile blend of low-force, evidence-based adjusting techniques and soft-tissue modalities tailored for hypermobile joints, midlife joint preservation, anxiety-free care, and overall patient comfort:
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Gentle Low-Force Adjusting: Activator Method, Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), Thompson Drop-Table, Toggle Recoil, and light-contact gentle care ideal for osteopenia, hypermobile joints, anxious patients, or sensitive structural systems.
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Certified Webster Technique: Specialized pelvic/sacral balancing to reduce ligamentous tension and optimize pelvic mechanics during pregnancy.
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Diversified & Gonstead: Traditional precision alignment for structural spinal biomechanics.
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Myofascial & Soft Tissue Therapies: Trigger point therapy and dynamic soft-tissue release to ease chronic muscle hypertonicity and compensate for joint hyperlaxity.
Professional Background & Credentials
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Doctor of Chiropractic (DC): Life University (Marietta, GA) - Graduated with Highest Honors (2000).
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Bachelor of Science (BS): Tulane University (New Orleans, LA).
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20+ Years of International Practice: Built and operated a multidisciplinary clinic in London, England, collaborating with medical specialists before relocating to serve the Bellevue, Eastside, and Seattle communities.
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Continuing Education: Completed extensive postgraduate clinical training across the United States and Europe.
Professional Memberships:
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International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA)
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The Pelvic Partnership
Beyond the Clinic: Getting to Know Dr. Allison
Dr. Allison’s journey to the Pacific Northwest spans a diverse life across major cultural centers: growing up in New Jersey, studying in New Orleans, completing her clinical doctorate in Atlanta, and spending over two decades living and running her multidisciplinary practice in London, England. She brings a rich global perspective to her care and holds post-graduate continuing education certifications across both the United States and Europe.
Outside of practice, Dr. Allison is happiest spending quality time with her family and staying active within the local Pacific Northwest community:
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Equestrian Life: You will frequently find her travelling across Washington state to attend equestrian competitions and cheer on her daughter.
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Family & Community: She loves spending time with her daughter and extended family, including her brother, Dr. Garrett Hyman. On weekends, she loves giving back to community programs through volunteering.
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Music & Trivia: A lifelong music enthusiast and die-hard Bruce Springsteen superfan, she loves live music and enjoys playing local pub trivia (even if she hasn’t yet participated with a winning team!).
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Local Pacific Northwest Sports: Since arriving in the Seattle area, Dr. Allison has jumped headfirst into the local sports scene and proudly cheers on the Sounders, Seahawks, Mariners, Seawolves, and Kraken.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dr. Allison Hyman’s practice located?
Dr. Hyman’s clinic is conveniently located in Bellevue, serving patients from across Bellevue, the Eastside (Kirkland, Redmond, Mercer Island), and Seattle.
What if I am nervous or had a bad experience with a chiropractor before?
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.
Does Dr. Allison treat competitive or amateur athletes?
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.
When should a pregnant patient start chiropractic care, and is it safe?
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.
How soon after giving birth can I receive postpartum chiropractic care?
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.
How does Dr. Hyman adapt chiropractic care for hypermobility and joint laxity?
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.
How can chiropractic care support conditions like PMOS, REDs, and the Female Athlete Triad?
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.
How can chiropractic care help during perimenopause and menopause?
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.
Disclaimer: Chiropractic care may help manage certain musculoskeletal conditions and related symptoms, including back pain, neck pain, headaches of musculoskeletal origin, joint discomfort, muscle tension, stiffness, and certain movement-related limitations. Individual results vary, and no specific outcome or cure is guaranteed. The information on this website is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace individualized evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional. Chiropractic care may not be appropriate for every condition or individual. Patients should seek appropriate medical evaluation when indicated, and urgent or potentially serious symptoms require prompt medical attention.
