Meet Dr. Monte Alton, Chiropractor in Mukilteo, WA
Dr. Monte Alton was born and raised in the greater Seattle area and has built his career around one goal: helping people move better, feel better, and live healthier lives. At Sound Family & Sports Chiropractic, he combines a lifelong love of sports with a passion for conservative, hands-on chiropractic care that treats the cause of pain, not just the symptoms.
From Injured Athlete to Chiropractor
As a youth, Dr. Monte was always involved in sports and played soccer at Monroe High School. In junior high, he was injured playing football, and that injury led him to chiropractic. He found relief not only from the injury itself but also from the everyday physical demands that sports placed on his body. Contact sports can knock the spine out of alignment and lead to headaches, backaches, leg pain, and more. Chiropractic care restored his alignment and gave him freer, pain-free movement.
That experience, along with his passion for helping others, inspired him to make chiropractic his profession. He earned his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Life University in Marietta, Georgia, in 2013, where his studies deepened his commitment to natural, drug-free healing. Today, his background as an athlete shapes his approach to sports chiropractic and sports injury treatment.
Looking for a Chiropractor in Mukilteo?
Unlike conventional medicine, which often focuses on treating disease once it occurs, the care offered at Sound Family & Sports Chiropractic emphasizes improving your health to reduce the risk of pain and illness in the first place. Given the choice, most people would rather stay healthy, and chiropractic care helps patients reach those health and wellness goals.
For patients already in pain, Dr. Alton offers a safe, effective path to relief for many conditions, including back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, and injuries from car accidents or the workplace. Pain relief and pain prevention are two of the biggest reasons chiropractic care has become so popular, both here in Mukilteo and around the world.
A Personalized, Educational Approach
Patients often tell us that Dr. Monte is patient, caring, and great at explaining what is going on in plain language. Every visit includes time to discuss what he feels during your adjustment, and he regularly teaches stretches and exercises you can do at home to maintain your progress. Care plans are tailored to your needs and may include:
- Gentle chiropractic adjustments using manual, low-force, or instrument-assisted techniques
- Tool-assisted soft tissue mobilization for scar tissue, tendonitis, and muscle injuries
- Non-surgical spinal decompression for disc and nerve pain
- Posture correction programs for desk workers and aerospace employees
- Objective testing with digital range of motion and surface EMG to track results
Outside the Office
When he is not helping patients, Dr. Monte enjoys working out, hiking, playing sports, and spending time with family and friends. He is a lifelong fan of the Seahawks, Sounders, Mariners, and Huskies.
Start Your Road to Recovery
If you have been suffering from pain in Mukilteo, don’t wait to begin your road to recovery. Whether you want to rediscover a level of wellness you once had or experience a new sense of balance, Dr. Alton is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals with the least invasive yet highly effective care. Visit our New Patients page or call (425) 267-0787 to schedule your appointment.
Meet the Doctor FAQs
Where did Dr. Monte Alton go to chiropractic school?
Dr. Monte Alton received his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Life University in Marietta, Georgia, in 2013.
Why did Dr. Alton become a chiropractor?
After a football injury in junior high, Dr. Alton found relief through chiropractic care. That experience and his passion for helping people led him to pursue chiropractic as his profession.
Does Dr. Alton treat athletes?
Yes. As a former athlete himself, Dr. Alton has a special interest in sports chiropractic, helping athletes recover from injuries, improve range of motion, and perform at their best.
What techniques does Dr. Alton use?
Dr. Alton uses manual adjustments, low-force and instrument-assisted techniques, tool-assisted soft tissue mobilization, and spinal decompression, selected based on each patient’s needs and comfort.
Does Dr. Alton treat car accident injuries?
Yes. Dr. Alton treats whiplash and other injuries from auto accidents, as well as personal injury and work-related L&I cases.
Will Dr. Alton explain my treatment?
Yes. Dr. Alton takes time to explain his findings in plain language and often shows patients stretches and exercises to do at home between visits.
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Alton?
Call Sound Family & Sports Chiropractic at (425) 267-0787 or request an appointment online.