North City Chirporactic Health

11/17/09

stellar chiropractic care

by clint699 at Citysearch

I started seeing Dr. Markos two months ago. I have 2 -18" herrington rods in my back due to scholiosis. i have always had lower back pain since surgery, 17 years ago.

I have been to multiple doctors, all with the same prognosis. they send me to get an x-ray and then send me down the road with some asprin and a followup appointment.

No doctor has EVER actually sat and listened to me, until I went to Dr.Markos. In my initial visit, we spent over an hour going over past x-rays, diagnosing and finding the root of my problem. she knew exactly what my problem was. Since I have rods in my upper back, my lower lumbar takes all of my strain. I have been to chiropractors before, with little or no relief. I have had 200lb doctors work on me, working areas that I didnt need.

I have also been seen for my feet. I work on several boats transiting thruought the puget sound. i am constantly working on vibrating boats and have plantar fasciitis. i am finding relief in my feet as well as my back.

It was sugested to me a couple of months ago by my lady friend to go to Dr. Markos. "my back never cracks". is what i used to say. i am pleased to say today, that my back cracked the last two visits.

She is very informative, she educates you about chiropractic care, its not the "crack" that your looking for.... but alignment, that is important.

I am thrilled that I went. Dr. Markos is a very caring, intellegent and an all around outstanding Chiropractor. (giving a GOOD review for a doctor is a sediment not easily given by me).

i do not take these matters lightly and would not attest to someone who i was not completely confident in her abilities as a professional.

Since I have been seen , i was so pleased with her abilities, I now have my 12 year old daughter going to Dr. Markos on a regular basis, and her review is " shee's goood".

thank you for reading this review

• Pros: best in town!
• Cons: best in town!

11/17/09

Dr. Cheri Markos is the best!

by Debwolf at Citysearch

I was referred to Dr. Cheri Markos and have since been going to her and only her! She gives individual treatment, not just the same adjustments to everyone. She knows my body and treats what needs to be treated. She is extremely insightful and observant, very well educated and a pleasure. I completely trust Dr. Cheri Markos and I refer every chance i get!

• Pros: Cheri, Receptionist, cozy waiting room

10/17/09

Great find through word of mouth

by KJT5354 at Citysearch

My dad suggested I see his chiropractor when my neck was stiff with little ability to move it. This was over a year ago. After one appointment I felt back to normal.

So, now time has gone by. I ended up going back because my hip would freeze up and lock causing me to screech a little in pain (mind you, I'm in my mid-20s). Took more than one appointment and she reminded me that I need to stay on schedule, or at least come back for follow ups occasionally. Now I'm commited, plus I love the feeling of being adjusted. She can relieve pressure that I wasn't even aware I had!

Also, to newbies who are visiting her, the loud noise of her equipment can be a little off-putting to someone who doesn't know what it is, but dispite the annoying loud noise, it's SO helpful. Kinda relaxing when it's wiggling ya up and down if you can get into the right frame of mind.

• Pros: Variety of hours, friendly, appointments are on time

03/25/09

I'm lucky to be her patient.

by SAlyea at Citysearch

I sought out chiropractic care as a last resort to treat a back injury over a year ago. Today, I recommend chiropractic care to everyone I know! Dr. Markos is hands-down the best care provider I've ever had. She is attentive, intelligent, down to earth and intuitive. I feel like she understands me and my body- I wish all doctors were like her! I experienced immediate pain relief after my first adjustment, and with each adjustment I've become a healthier (and happier) person. The physical and emotional benefits of chiropractic care have been amazing, and I wouldn't chose to live without it now.

• Pros: Convenient location, evening hours, friendly

03/16/09

I love Dr Cheri Marcos

by IvyB at Citysearch

When we moved to the area, I asked a friend for a good chiropractor, and received glowing recommendations for Dr. Marcos. I was surprised and impressed with her techniques. She was able to accurately diagnose the problems and fix them. She is well educated and helps educate her patients.

I was in two car accidents and was left unable to walk due to other complications. In addition to excellent hands-on treatment, she gave me exercises which have helped in my recovery. Dr. Marcos has contributed more to my recovery than other health care providers.

My teen-age daughter came to Dr. Marcos and I was amazed at the work she was able to with my daughter's back and the education Dr. Marcos provided her.

I would recommend Dr. Marcos to anyone without hesitation. She is a vitimin to my life.

03/16/09

The best chiropractor ever found

by JohnRB at Citysearch

While I was originally skeptical about chiropractic in general, I am sold on Dr. Cheri Marcos. She is excellent. She is skilled, knowlegable, insightful and caring. She seems to know exactly what to do for a variety of problems, some that I didn't think chiropractic could address.

I had an old bicycle injury from decades ago, plus a recent sternal rib fracture from an auto accident. This was on top of chronic problems with my neck and back from years of desk work. Dr. Marcos is able to address my needs in a professional and personal manner.

My wife suffered from lumbar polyradiculitis and has been unable to walk until recently, due in great part to Dr. Marcos' healing skills. Dr. Marcos has, in her own way and within her scope of work, contributed more to my wife's ongoing recovery than all the other physical therapists, rahabilitation therapists, and neurologists put together.

• Pros: Very skilled and caring
• Cons: Not a fancy office (but that keeps fees down)

02/26/09

The chiropractor for people who don't believe in chiropractors

by CRChaney at Citysearch

I had never gone to a chiropractor before because I never believed they actually did anything. But after going through the HMO route and getting no results whatsoever, I decided to give Dr. Markos a shot. She was amazing. She patiently explained why chiropractors were important and what it was they did. She made all of my aches and pains go away after just a few sessions, including aches and pains I didn't know I had until she made them disappear. Dr. Markos is great--I've recommend her to all my skeptical friends and family.

02/10/09

A great chiropractor that cares about your health!

by LLuo at Citysearch

About three weeks ago I hurt my back playing table tennis. I didn't listen to my body and kept playing for a few days, and finally the next Monday, my back was hurting so bad I could barely get off my bed! I felt intense pain when I walked and sat down, so I decided I needed to see a chiropractor for the first time in my life. Thanks to this website and fellow reviewers, I found North City Chiropractor Health.

During the first visit, Dr. Markos patiently listened to all my concerns and evaluated my condition. She explained each adjustment to me before making it to make me feel comfortable, and also explained to me what was causing the pain in my back, something I really appreciated. After the first adjustment, my back pain didn't improve much. Two days later, after my second adjustment, my back pain dramatically improved! I could hardly believe it!! In fact, I felt so good afterward, that I played table tennis for 2-3 hours each day for the next couple of days, without pain!

After two more visits the following week, the back pain had mostly disappeared. During the fourth visit, I told Dr. Markos that I felt a pinching pain right below my chest after my table tennis lesson the night before. She realized what the problem was, and made an adjustment. I didn't immediately feel the pain relieved, but about 20 minutes later, the chest pain was gone!

I highly recommend Dr. Markos to anyone in pain! Susie the receptionist is very friendly and helpful also!

• Pros: Effective diagnosis and treatment. Convenient location.
• Cons: none

11/08/08

Outstanding Chiropractor

by r2rob at Citysearch

I started seeing Dr. Markos in June when I hurt my ribs. She treated that injury and has moved on to other chronic pain issues I have struggled with for the past 40 years. This last week she noted limited range of motion in my left hip and did a treatment that released it. This is HUGE for me. I have consulted orthopedists, physical therapists, massage therapists, osteopaths trying to get help with this hip. They variously told me the problem was my lower back, there was no problem, or there was nothing they could do. I hadn't told Dr. Markos about the hip but she noted the problem and worked on it. She told me it would feel better when I stood up and it did. This was three days ago. Since then I worked out at the gym and spent 5 hours each of the last two days out in the yard, pulling up blackberries and raking leaves. Strenuous work! Very little pain. I haven't felt this good in years. I can't say enough about her. She really knows her stuff. I've done a lot of body work in my life and Cheri has done more for me in 5.5 months than people I saw for years. I did not have high expectations when I first went to see her, but I'm a total fan now. She's terrific! Her rates are reasonable, she cares about her patients, and she got me in the same day when I called with an acute injury.

10/13/08

Shoreline's Best Chiropractor!

by KathyShep at Citysearch

Dr. Markos is amazing! I have been seeing Dr. Markos for many years and I continue to be amazed by her capabilities and intuitive care. Over the years I have gone for several different reasons and every time I come away feeling wonderful and thankful to have found such a wonderful chiropractor and person! From chronic neck problems due to an accident, to a rib out of alignment making breathing difficult, to a hip/pelvic misalignment from a life long leg length difference, to foot alignment so my Berks felt again like a glove for my feet, all these and more have been professionally and compassionately treated for a very reasonable price & timeline. Saying the "Best in Shoreline" is probably an understatement and should be "Best in the greater Seattle area"! I would highly recommend Dr. Markos for all that ails you and some things you don't even know that ails you!

• Pros: Shoreline location, parking, maximum trust in abilities
• Cons: none