Vitality Specific Chiropractic – Capitol Hill

I purchased a Groupon in hopes this would be my new chiropractor. I’m in immense pain (can barely walk, sit or sleep) after throwing out my back, which compounded an old injury from a car accident, which had activated my scoliosis. I had a wonderful, instructive consult with Dr Zapata, who was friendly and intelligent. She said she would discuss my muscular and skeletal issues with Leo, the masseur, then after my massage we could decide next steps.
Leo didn’t seem thrilled to see me, but his hands were crazy strong, so I explained the constant, stabbing pain in my lower back, the throbbing in my right glute, the radiating down my leg. He proceeded to dig his elbow and fingers into my upper back, neck and throat for an hour. Then he left! I crawled off the table, hobbled outside and asked tentatively why he’d ignored my lower back, hip, tailbone, glutes, leg — EVERY SINGLE AREA of concern. He actually tried to convince me that he hadn’t (like I don’t know where I’ve been touched)! Then he tried to blame my hip, saying it had been resistant, so he pulled back (uh, what?). As I collapsed against the wall, he then tried to blame my weight: «Well, it’s really fleshy down there, so if you’re buckling, it means your hip can’t hold you.» Yes, he tried to fat-​shame me as justification for not treating me. At that point I limped outside to cry in the street, thanking my stars I’d only paid Groupon prices. I’m still in shock (and pain).

Dr. Zapata is extremely talented at her job. She treats her patients with great care, and she is very kind. If you’ve never had chiropractic, or are anxious about spinal manipulation, this gentle approach will resolve pain and is not scary. She put me back together after a serious car accident! The office has fantastic availability too, and they take PIP cases, offer payment plans, and have great promotions (like bringing in donations for charities in certain seasons to get your first visit and initial films for free!). They also offer massage on site, and dedicated parking — it’s a fantastic place!

I love Dr. Zapata and her team.
Her method is always gentle, yet healing.
I went from years of chiropractic dependence to full wellness thru upper cervical care. My need is about once a month now. It is simply a different and refreshing approach to chiropractic care.

I have been going to Dr. Zapata for years and would not consider going anyplace else for my adjustments. I stay very active and tend to knock my body (hips, shoulders, lower\mid back) out of alignment. Dr. Zapata quickly diagnosis where my body\spine is misaligned and her adjustments provide me with immediate relief for my pain and tight muscles.
If you’re the kind of person who is afraid of getting a chiropractic adjustment because you don’t like to be twisted and cracked — I mean who does? Dr. Zapata techniques (known as Blair Upper Cervical) will open your eyes to a whole new world. Adjustments target the exact region of the spine that is misaligned — I promise, no twisting or cracking involved and you will see results! Even a neck adjustment is stress free and you don’t feel a thing.
The staff is wonderful, there’s even a masseuse on hand.
If you have back or joint issues, give Dr. Zapata a call. I promise you won’t regret it!

Love the staff here and Dr. Zapata. I’ve been going here for 3 years. She finally cured my migraines that I’ve had for 25 years. Highly recommend.

I’ve been seeing Dr. Zapata for the last six months, and it has made a world of difference for me. I used to have constant neck and shoulder pain (exacerbated by the fact that I’m at a computer all day for work), and all that is a thing of the past now! Dr. Zapata only makes an adjustment if absolutely necessary, which was a very refreshing change from my previous chiropractor (that relationship didn’t work out – I now see why).
I highly recommend stopping by if your neck/​shoulders have been nagging you and you consider it an unavoidable fact of life – there’s a good chance you may be fixable!

This phone number doesn’t work… I would recommend updating it in order for potential clients to make an appointment.

Friendly office staff and Dr. Zapata is very knowledgable and good at what she does, you actually start getting better. Highly recommend!

Found Dr Zapata when I had an emergency for severe pain in my shoulder, back, and arm. She was able to accommodate me the same day and has fixed me up like new. Very friendly and professional.

Dr. Zapata is the best. We’ve been seeing her for over two years and she’s kept us in great shape. She only makes an adjustment if it’s absolutely necessary. She definitely knows her stuff and will address pain issues immediately. Her staff is also very friendly.

Used a Livingsocial deal here and couldn’t be happier! Dr Zapata is very nice, professional, and seemed to know way more than some crazy Chiro I saw in SLU. I was mainly in for the massage, and it was excellent. So many places don’t seem to affect me much, but this one was both relaxing and therapeutic. I’ll definitely be back!

Dr. Z has been a lifesaver for both my husband and myself. We both presented with decades old back & neck problems and have seen numerous doctors (including an Osteopath) & traditional Chiropractors to correct our problems. We both thought they could not be fixed and have lived with pain for many years. Then came along Dr. Zapata!!! Now we both are pain free. Thanks Dr. Zapata for your calm, sincere & results oriented approach. We are happy to be your patients…

It slipped my mind and I am just now remembering to update this review. It’s been too long to recall my masseuse’s name, which is a shame, because she did a great job. This was my first massage so I do not have much to compare it to but she really went to town squeezing out the kinks and knots I have all over my body.
I’ll be keeping an eye out for future deals and will definitely return.

I’ve been going to Dr. Zapata for a few years and I know that I always get the best care. I get sports related injuries from time to time and Dr. Zapata can immediately diagnose and fix the problem. I have been to other chiropractors that seem to crack every joint, but cannot tell me what my pain is caused by. Dr. Zapata tells me exactly which bone is out of alignment and makes targeted adjustments. I’ve even had immediate relief from vertigo after one appointment. This morning I stopped in because of a soccer neck injury before a flight to Montana. I’m so thankful I don’t have to suffer for the week, because now I’m out of pain.
I recommend Dr. Zapata. There’s a parking lot that makes visits very convenient as well.