About
Our mission at Kirkland Chiropractic & Massage is to empower all people to lead a happier and healthier lifestyle. That’s why we offer a full-service family practice that focuses on hands-on treatments without the side effects of drugs or surgery. We firmly believe in a non-invasive approach to chiropractic, massage, and physical therapy that encourages the natural recuperative power of the body to heal itself.
With over 45 years of combined professional experience, our team of doctors and therapists have created a holistic approach to healthcare services in a friendly, relaxed environment. If you are looking to recover from an injury or seeking preventative treatment, we are here to dedicate ourselves to your health, wellbeing, and education.
Dr. Ted Wedell, DC, DACBN
Helping patients restore balance, optimize health, and live life to the fullest.
Dr. Ted Wedell is dedicated to helping his patients achieve healthier, happier lives through personalized, results-driven care. With over 30 years of deep roots in Washington State's Eastside community, Dr. Wedell brings both experience and genuine compassion to every patient interaction.
He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, graduating summa cum laude. Following graduation, Dr. Wedell spent 20 years at Kaufman Chiropractic Clinic in Bothell, Washington, where he provided care for families, athletes, and individuals of all ages.
Committed to advancing his clinical expertise, Dr. Wedell completed post-doctoral training to become a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition (DACBN). He is also a functional medicine practitioner with a focus on autoimmune conditions, allowing him to take a comprehensive, whole-body approach to patient health and wellness.
In 2017, Dr. Wedell purchased Kirkland Chiropractic and Massage, where he continues to serve the Eastside community with a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Wedell is an athlete at heart. His background includes professional rugby, semi-professional football, and competitive men's basketball, as well as years of coaching.
Today, he continues to pursue his passion for competition as a member of the USA Rifle Team and Team Lapua, competing professionally in long-range shooting.
Dr. Wedell has been married to his wife, Tamara, for over 33 years, and together they have a son, Wyatt. He values time with his family, staying active, and being involved in his faith community.
Joel Thomas, MS MEd CSCS CF-L1
Functional Rehab Specialist
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist Respected Athletic Engineer and former NCAA Division I Varsity Strength & Conditioning Coach with 20 years’ experience in fitness sports medicine and corrective exercise. Highly motivated, results-driven, certified expert in personal fitness and training. Specialist in sports medicine and conditioning with published research and hundreds of successful lectures for organizations such as the National Academy of Sports Medicine and the American College of Sports Medicine.
Expertise in developing evidence-based fitness and training regimens. Areas of expertise include…
- Strength Conditioning
- Functional Manual Reaction
- Interval Training
- Customer Service
- Human Biology / Kinesiology
- Nutritional Consulting
- Fitness Center Management
- CrossFit / Personalized Regimens Professional
Experience DIRECTOR & HEAD COACH, May 2016 to Present CARDIOFIT WOD HIIT PROGRAM, Bothell, Washington Lead, instruct, and motivate exercise program participants in effective exercise strategies to improve cardiovascular health and meet personal fitness goals. Hold accountability for all fitness-related aspects of gym, utilizing scientifically proven exercise methods and techniques to improve membership’s health.
Develop personalized regimens for individual clients to tailor training to unique goals and foster ongoing dedication to personal health. Recruit and oversee roster of personal training staff. Devise outreach campaigns to attract new members.
- Developed and rolled out a workout-of-the-day program to allow athletes of various experience, skill levels, abilities, and strengths to maintain effective health and fitness training.
- Selected, recruited, and mentored training instructors to ensure consistency of experience and values for all clients.
- Facilitated lifestyle-changing wellness programs for clients interested in more complete fitness regimens.
- Deliver high-quality, enjoyable training experience for clients using CrossFit methodologies and other fitness regimens, including stretches, strength building exercises, and conditioning.
- Maintain client engagement and ensure use of correct techniques. Assist clients in developing personal fitness goals.
- Secured external contract to deliver on-site CrossFit/CardioFit workouts to corporate employees.
- Interfaced directly with clients to determine wellness objectives and prescribed personalized regimens.
Sharon Heppes, LMP
Board Certified Therapeutic Massage Therapist.
Sharon Heppes is a Board Certified Therapeutic Massage Therapist, practicing since 2009. She has worked alongside Doctors of Chiropractic, Trainers and more. Providing multiple modalities such as Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, Pre and Post-Surgical Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Pre-Natal and Post-Natal, Intraoral massage, Migraine Relief and those with Personal Auto or Work Injuries.
Sharon believes that massage is the gateway to a more harmonious life. Drawing on her 16 years of experience, Sharon helps her patients achieve this lifestyle with the use of intuitive touch and the blending of massage techniques tailored to each individual’s needs as she enjoys getting to know each of her patients and listening to their stories. Sharon is fueled by her passion for understanding and managing the nuances of soft tissue pain. She considers herself a 'forever student,' eager to both build on her applied techniques, and continued education to stay in tune with the newest modalities and professional development.
Her passion to help others and determination to turn information into action has contributed to provide pain relief and stress management benefits that can help her patients function in their busy lives.
When not in the massage room, Sharon is a SUPER Sounder! Supporting her favorite soccer team, the Seattle Sounders. She also enjoys knitting, crocheting and spending time outdoors with her golden doodle, Bella.
CONTACT US
If you are looking for immediate care, we often have same-day appointment availability.
Please call us today at (425) 822-4326 to schedule an appointment or make an inquiry.