Dr. Ryan Woods

Ryan Woods, Doctor of Chiropractic

Dr. Ryan Woods moved to Boone in 1984 and has called it home ever since. Ryan fell in love with the mountains and the outdoors which provide ample trails for running and hills for skiing. At Watauga High School Ryan excelled in cross country and was a member of the 1996 4A State Championship team. From there he took his studies and running legs to NC State University where he majored in Zoology. Ryan walked-on to the Cross Country team which was nationally ranked. After some early struggles Ryan’s running made a huge break through in 2000 under the guidance of a skilled chiropractor. By graduation Ryan earned the distinction of All American and Atlantic Coast Conference Champion. He also became obsessed with optimal living. After graduation Ryan chose a career in chiropractic because of the profession’s ability to optimize performance and prevent injury in his personal running career. Ryan attended Palmer Chiropractic College in Florida where he studied as many techniques as he could learn. Today he continues to set an example of healthy living and still strives for optimal performace whenever he laces up his running shoes.

The Bear 2008, Grandfather Mountain

Ken Grano, Massage Therapist

Ken’s interest in becoming a massage therapist came about after he realized how powerful hands-on treatment can be in the healing process. He was impressed with the positive results from massage, particularly for people suffering from painful conditions that left them unable to do activities necessary for optimal living. Freeing people from pain and restoring proper body movement patterns for a better quality of life has remained Ken’s passion for the past ten years of being a massage practioner.
The majority of Ken’s experience has been working in chiropractic offices. Massage therapy and chiropractic care are very complimentary in helping individuals reach their health goals. Time spent working alongside doctors of chiropractic afforded him the opportunity to obtain 60 hours of training in the Chiropractic Rehabilitation diplomate program. In addition, Ken has continued his education in numerous massage modalities. Techniques in a therapeutic massage session with Ken include: orthopedic assessment, identifying muscle dysfunctions and muscle imbalances, muscle release technique for repetitive use injuries, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, medical massage, clinical sports massage and active isolated stretching.