PASSION FOR HEALTH BUILDS BUSINESS.BUSINESS NAME: The Wellness Center at Powerhouse Gym BUSINESS ADDRESS: 20914 Nordhoff St. #102, Chatsworth, CA 91311 PHONE: (818) 718-9700 E-MAIL e-mail: see electronic mail. in full electronic mail Messages and other data exchanged between individuals using computers in a network. : sportschirodoc(at)gmail.com OWNER: Ross Gould ESTABLISHED: 1993 NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: Six DESCRIBE YOUR BUSINESS: We provide alternative treatments for back pain, headaches and sports injuries Sports Injuries Definition Sports injuries result from acute trauma or repetitive stress associated with athletic activities. Sports injuries can affect bones or soft tissue (ligaments, muscles, tendons). . The services provided include chiropractic chiropractic (kīrəprăk`tĭk) [Gr.,=doing by hand], medical practice based on the theory that all disease results from a disruption of the functions of the nerves. , acupuncture, massage therapy Massage Therapy Definition Massage therapy is the scientific manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for the purpose of normalizing those tissues and consists of manual techniques that include applying fixed or movable pressure, holding, and/or , prescript`ion and foot orthotics orthotics /or·thot·ics/ (-iks) the field of knowledge relating to orthoses and their use. or·thot·ics n. , all in a gym environment. IS THIS YOUR FIRST BUSINESS? Yes WHY DID YOU START THIS BUSINESS? Because I have a passion for staying healthy and helping as many people as possible get well with my chiropractic therapy chiropractic therapy Chiropractic treatment consists of adjustment and manipulation–chiro–, Greek, hand of the vertebral column and extremities, which some chiropractors supplement with physical therapy, nutritional support, and . WHERE DID YOU GET THE IDEA? Having an office in a gym, I saw the need for people needing these different kinds of services. HOW LONG WAS IT FROM CONCEPT TO OPENING? Twelve to 18 months. It's been an evolving process in which we add new amenities as they emerge. WHAT DID YOU DO DURING THAT TIME? Constant learning through practice and continued education. Lots of grass-roots marketing at fairs, networking groups and farmers markets. WHAT WERE YOUR STARTUP COSTS AND HOW DID YOU FINANCE THE BUSINESS? When I first started, I put $5,000 down and paid $45,000 over the next two years. But I was successful enough to pay it off in 12 months and got a $5,000 discount. WHO DID YOU RELY ON FOR ADVICE? Friends in the business and courses on business management. And luck! WHAT HADN'T YOU CONSIDERED BEFORE OPENING? Overhead. And how to get new patients. WHAT IS YOUR EXPECTED REVENUE THIS YEAR? $300,000 WHAT GOALS DO YOU HAVE FOR THE COMPANY? To grow by 25 percent within the next 12 months, to become known in the community for providing the best care and to offer a variety of services in a fun and professional environment. CAPTION(S): photo Photo: (color) Ross Gould, owner of The Wellness Center at Powerhouse Gym, gives a back massage to patient Paula Cunningham in his Chatsworth business that provides alternative medical treatment for back pain, headaches and sports injuries. Michael Owen
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