SERVICES

• Chiropractic Care

• Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

• Massage

• Pediatrics

• Pregnancy

SUPPLEMENTS & SUPPORT

• SUPPLEMENTS

Insurance

One of our goals is to partner with a wide range of insurance providers to provide care to as many members of the community as possible. Below is a list of our accepted insurance partners.

• Aetna

• Bluecross Blueshield

• Cigna

• First Choice

• Health Net

• Medicare

• Pacific Source

  *Not including OHP and Community Solutions

• Providence

• Tri-West

• United Healthcare

• UMR

• We accept all auto insurance policies and work comp

Any Questions About Insurance?

At Discover Chiropractic, we accept most major medical insurances. Don't see your provider above? Give us a call and we can answer any insurance questions you may have.

Welcome to Discover Chiropractic

Our team of Chiropractors; Dr. AJ, Dr. David, Dr. Sigrid, and Dr. Macy are dedicated to providing exceptional care to you and your family. Along with our team of massage therapists, our goal is to provide your family with a holistic approach to achieving optimal overall wellness! Our primary focus is on the detection and correction of spinal interferences to promote active lifestyles. Our chiropractors will evaluate your spine and nervous system, providing gentle chiropractic adjustments to restore your body’s innate potential to self-heal. Our massage therapists will provide your musculature system the guidance necessary to help maintain proper spinal alignment and allow you to get the most out of our beautiful Bend, Oregon.

Dr. AJ Garis

Dr. AJ Garis is a native Oregonian raised in the small town of Aurora. He was introduced to the miracles of chiropractic at the age of 12 following a go-karting accident. 

Dr. AJ earned his first Bachelor of Science in Geology, at Oregon State University. For a time he pursued a rewarding career in Geology before being called back to chiropractic.

Dr. AJ earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from the University of Western States in Portland. Concurrently he earned his second Bachelor of Science in Human Biology. Throughout his studies he maintained Dean's List and received additional training and certifications in; Webster Technique for peri and postnatal care, and Graston Technique to reduce scar tissue and mysofascial adhesions. As a student focused on outreach, he founded "The Art of Chiropractic" club to help students practice their skills. In 2014 he organized a humanitarian trip to Peru, where 15 students provided chiropractic care to the impoverished people in the remote villages.

Through Dr. AJ's professional education and personal experiences with his daughters, he elected to focus his skills and passion toward pediatrics and families.

"When we adjust children, it often is not due to pain or injury; it serves to stimulate their nervous system and remove interferences, which helps them function at their highest abilities."

This concept is not restricted to children, which is why Dr. AJ's passion is to check children and families for spinal subluxations. Thus allowing the entire family to function at their highest abilities. He emphasizes and educates his patients on the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle through exercise, nutrition, and chiropractic care. This proactive approach helps individuals and families achieve and maintain their optimal healthcare goals.

In addition to taking care of his patients Dr. AJ enjoys spending time with his wife Stephanie and their 3 daughters: Eliza, Lucy and Olive. As a family they enjoy experiencing the great outdoors, which is what led them to relocate to Bend in 2016.

Dr. Sigrid Lakanen

Dr. Sigrid Lakanen graduated from the Northwestern College of Chiropractic in 1992 and practiced in Minnesota and Vermont before moving to Oregon with her family. She completed her internship in a maternal/pediatric clinic that focused on chiropractic care during pregnancy and for infants and children. She later completed the post-doctoral certification for chiropractic sports physicians, giving her greater expertise in treating athletes and their unique sports injuries. Her interest in sports has come from her own experience as a former national level alpine ski racer. Dr. Sigrid is also certified in advanced non-surgical scoliosis management through exercise and bracing. Dr. Sigrid’s experience with patient care comes from owning and operating her own clinics for 25 years, prior to moving to Bend.

Dr. Sigrid provides gentle and effective spinal manipulation to patients of all ages. She uses a biomechanical approach to spinal alignment, which includes the use of heel lifts, orthotics, and postural and ergonomic corrections, if needed. She also encourages patients’ participation in their healing by prescribing exercises and stretches to incorporate into their wellness routine.

Dr. Sigrid and her husband are excited to be members of the Bend community, where they can enjoy the outdoors through mountain biking, hiking, and skiing.

Dr. David Juratovac

Dr. David Juratovac began his chiropractic journey when, at the age of 14, he went to a chiropractic office for the first time. As the son of a massage therapist, Dr. David grew up being taught the importance of muscle health, spinal movement, and how an active lifestyle paired with smart nutrition can impact your entire life. This philosophy carried him through high school when he first thought of becoming a chiropractor, but it wasn’t until a job shadow in a chiropractic clinic that made him realize helping people was what he was meant to do.

Dr. David earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology at St. John’s University in 2013, and continued his formal education with a Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 2016. Dr. David is committed to the philosophies of chiropractic that first inspired him when he was younger. In 2017 he completed post-graduate education as a Certified Chiropractic Wellness Practitioner (C.C.W.P) in order to help patients better understand that his main focus is preventative care and wellness, not just for now but a lifetime. In 2021, so he could better serve expectant mothers and their children, Dr. David became certified in the Webster technique with the Chiropractic Pediatrics Association.

Beyond his formal education, Dr. David has completed various continuing education courses to remain current and to serve his patients in the best possible way. He is proficient with therapeutic taping methods, instrument-assisted soft tissue therapies, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation work. While his passion is with wellness and prevention, he has vast experience with auto- and work-related traumas, acute pain, and sports injuries.

In his free time, Dr. David enjoys spending time with his wife Cass, daughter Sullivan, and “old puppy” Piper.

Dr. Macy Earl

Dr. Macy Earl is originally from Saskatchewan, Canada, where her chiropractic journey began. She earned her undergraduate degree in kinesiology from the University of Saskatchewan, where her passion for health, science, and rehabilitative medicine grew. During her undergraduate years, Dr. Macy served as a medical trainer for university sports teams, gaining valuable experience in treating various sports injuries and implementing rehabilitation protocols. This exposure, combined with her passion for science and helping others, ultimately steered her toward a career in chiropractic.

In pursuit of her Doctorate of Chiropractic, Dr. Macy relocated to San Jose, California, where she graduated with honors from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in 2024, achieving Pia Tau Delta recognition. Throughout her academic journey, she actively participated in sports council, where she worked to bring chiropractic care to community sporting events. Additionally, Dr. Macy acquired certifications in instrument-assisted soft tissue techniques and FAKTAR certification to effectively address scar tissue and myofascial adhesions. Moreover, she is proficient in therapeutic tapping techniques.

While Dr. Macy's initial passion centered on sports rehabilitation, she is dedicated to providing comprehensive care to individuals from all walks of life. Her approach encompasses rehabilitation through a blend of soft tissue therapy and tailored exercise regimens, aiming to alleviate pain and promote preventive and wellness care.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Dr. Macy indulges in activities such as golfing, hiking, skiing, and immersing herself in the outdoors. She looks forward to joining the Bend community.

Becky Snead, LMT

n 2010, Becky graduated with honors as a massage therapist and health educator from the National Holistic Institute in San Jose, CA. Blending modalities such as myofascial release, force line and trigger point therapy, Becky helps clients eliminate acute and chronic pain. She tailors her bodywork to each individual client, incorporating stretches and exercises into her sessions. Massage therapy addresses the 650 muscles of the body and, in conjunction with chiropractic adjustments and proper nutrition, helps keep the body in proper alignment, balance and function.

Becky is a current member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and board-certified (BCTMB) through The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB).

Prior to becoming a licensed massage therapist, Becky worked as a campaign manager for Team In Training, the largest fundraising and endurance training program of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Through Team In Training, this former collegiate gymnast and collegiate coach became an endurance athlete and inspired bodyworker. Becky has completed numerous half marathons, marathons, 100-mile bike rides, half ironman triathlons, and 2 Ironman triathlons.

Becky, her husband Ryan, and their children Olivia and Owen enjoy living a healthy Central Oregon lifestyle. You can usually find the family at one of the many city parks, near a lake or river, on a bike, running, or enjoying a meal at any one of their favorite local establishments.

Bryan Cloud, LMT

Bryan has been practicing massage therapy for 18 years! He uses a blend of Eastern and Western massage therapy techniques, such as Shiatsu, Tu’na and Trigger point therapy. He brings a wealth of experience and interest in human physiology and recovery to the clinic. Prior to becoming a licensed massage therapist, Bryan was a certified chiropractic assistant.

When he is not busy massaging at the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his family and their dog Birdie.

Birgitte Bowadt, LMT

Birgitte has lived in Bend with her family since 2019 and loves the vibe, the people, and the closeness to nature here.

She was born and raised in Denmark where she got her Physical Therapy degree in 2000. She worked for over 10 years in different health care settings in Denmark, mostly hospitals and physical rehabilitation.

In 2012 she and her family made the move to the US when her husband got relocated to San Jose with his job. 

She graduated with honors as a massage therapist and health educator from the National Holistic Institute in San Jose in 2018 and since then worked in massage studios, chiropractic, and physical therapy offices before joining Discover Chiropractic this spring.

She specializes mostly in relaxing, Swedish massage with a mix of deep tissue techniques, massage cupping and abdominal massage to help meet her client’s goals. 

When not at work, Birgitte enjoys all the outdoors activities Bend has to offer with her family, especially hiking, paddle boarding, skiing, snow shoeing and camping.

Brandi Jacobson, LMT

Brandi Jacobson is a Bend Oregon Native, Brandi did gymnastics from age 8-17 competing at level 10, which is the highest level in the junior olympic program. When she started massage therapy school she also started coaching gymnastics, it was a great crossover not only for her learning but also her ability to help her gymnast in new ways not just with the skill side but the injury rehab and prevention. Her unique take on how the body moves helps her work with her clients and find muscles that you didn't even know were sore! She graduated from the COCC massage therapy program in 2015 and started her own practice in 2016 and worked there for 5 years, she closed her practice in 2021 so that she could focus on her new job as the head coach for a Local gymnastics team. She is very excited to continue her massage career here with us!

Brandis goal as a massage therapist is to get everyone performing to their highest potential, whether to you that means being able to get up and down off of the floor pain free to play with your kids or grandkids to training for your 10th Iron man. She uses Swedish massage, therapeutic massage, and sports massage techniques in each of the massages to create a therapeutic flow that relaxes the mind and body while working on problem spots to help get you to reach your goals. She also is certified in Gua-sha, cupping, and pregnancy massage. 

When Brandi is not massaging she loves to be outdoors mountain biking, one wheeling, hiking, wake surfing, skiing and playing with her boyfriend Reece and Pup Clutch! 

OUR OFFICE

Discover Chiropractic

155 SW Century Drive, Suite 111
Bend, OR, 97702

PHONE

541-797-6224

HOURS

Monday: 8AM - 6PM

Tuesday: 10AM - 6PM

Wednesday: 8AM - 6PM

Thursday: 8AM - 6PM

Friday: 8AM - 6PM

Saturday: 9AM - 1PM

Email

info@discoverbendchiro.com