The word chiropractic comes from the Greek words, “chiro” (hand), and “pratic” (treatment). So, “treatment by hand” is an appropriate definition for the term “Chiropractic.” Chiropractors typically use their hands to manipulate the spine and other parts of the body in an effort to reduce pain and restore normal bodily function. The spinal column can become misaligned through either trauma or long-term repetitive damage. This misalignment can place stress and irritation on the nervous system as well as the rest of the body. This can result in headaches, stiff neck, shoulder tension, low back pain, and many other symptoms. Chiropractic care has been accepted as the mainstream approach to a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions, such as tension & migraine headaches, herniated disc, and whiplash. Chiropractors are recognized for their expertise of examination and diagnosis of many physical ailments. The treatment goal is to restore and maintain the health of the spinal column and to set the entire body to its optimum configuration. Thus, promoting healing and wellness.
Dr. Hirad N. Bagy has lived in Northern Virginia
most of his life. He attended Lake Braddock High
school and George Mason University where he earned
his double undergraduate degree in Biology and
Spanish. He finished his studies with a Doctoral
Degree in Chiropractic from Northwestern University
of Health Sciences in 1997.
Dr. Bagy, or as most of his patients refer to him – Dr. H, is the official
Chiropractor of D.C. United, and treated at the 2002 and 2004 MLS All Star games. He was also the
Chiropractor for the 1999 & 2003 Women’s World Cup
Team. His list of famous patients include Freddy Adu, Shania Twain, Paulina Rubio, Mia Hamm, Brandy
Chastain, Marco Etcheverry, and Ben Olsen. Enjoy some of these fun times in Dr. H's career by viewing this short slideshow.
Dr. H continues to address the needs of new patients all year long.
Dr. Aleck Wong
Dr. Aleck Wong’s commitment to compassionate,
quality care lead him to join the United Chiropractic
Center in 2004. He lived in Upstate New York for five
years where he obtained his Bachelor of Professional
Studies and his Doctorate of Chiropractic at New
York Chiropractic College.
Along with chiropractic
adjustment, Dr. Wong blends a strong interest in
soft-tissue methods of healing, using numerous
techniques including the Graston Technique®.
Dr. Wong’s interest in athletic injuries persuaded
him to join the NYCC Sports Science and Human
Performance Team, in which he partook in the
treatment of various track & field athletes all over
the United States.
Dr. Wong continues to be involved
with athletic performance and wellness education.
Emily Hatt, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M.
Acupuncturist & Herbalist
Emily has received her Masters in Oriental Medicine
at the International Institute of Chinese Medicine in
Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is nationally certified by
NCCAOM in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology.
Her
past clinical experience includes treatment on patients
at the HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital. Emily joined
the practice in 2003. Her holistic dedication has allowed
her to successfully treat a wide range of conditions
including allergies, gynecological problems, chronic
pain, sleep disorders as well as weight management.
Laura Christmas, C.M.T.
Massage Therapist
Laura has been practicing Massage Therapy since 1998
and has been a part of the United Chiropractic Team
since 2000. Laura graduated from The Applied Kinesiology
School of Massage in Herndon, Virginia. Laura specializes
in Swedish Massage, Hot Rock Therapy, Deep Tissue
Massage, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Reflexology, and Ear
Candling. She also addresses the needs of the pregnant
and geriatric populations. As a massage therapist,
Laura’s goal is to help patients combat the tension
of everyday stress.
Staff & Facilities
Our staff are a large part of our service. They take great care to provide our patients with a warm and inviting atomsphere. In no time they will know you by name and greet you as you come in as if they've known you for years. In fact, for some of our patients they have known for years. We are very proud all of them.
