I was referred by a good friend after a car accident. I was in a lot of pain, I was taking pain…read morekillers through out the day along with muscle relaxers at bedtime. I was cautious of every step and movement. Any wrong or sudden movement would cause more pain. I went in with Dr. Stokes, expecting to feel some slight relief, I was not expecting to feel much of a difference after the first session. I was completely wrong, Dr. Stokes took the time to listen and properly evaluate me. She maid sure she understood where I was feeling pain. I walked out with some pain, I didn't have to rely on painkillers, and most importantly, I was able to begin feeling like myself.

Care was good, and I did feel some improvement, though it only lasted a day. She suggested I have a…read moremassage before our next appointment, which took me some time to schedule. We scheduled an appointment in case I couldn't get in with my massage therapist on time. I ended up canceling within the 24-hour policy, but received a response that felt passive-aggressive, stating more notice would have been appreciated. I reached out to clarify the cancellation policy, as I was sure I had followed it when completing my intake paperwork. I never received a response, so I didn't go back. I'm happy to give more notice if that's what is expected, but I would encourage clearer communication of the policy moving forward to avoid confusion and frustration.

Dr. Vitale's commitment to service is unparalleled in any office I've been to, chiropractic or not…read more I was in a major car accident away from home and I happened to find Dr. Vitale through another chiropractor's office on yelp. She arranged to see me the very day I called. When I was at her office, she gave me individual attention. The space was a bit snug, but it didn't interfere with her ability to give me a comprehensive consultation. Her technique was very hands on. My other chiropractors have put me on electric stim machines and left me for nearly 15-20 minutes unattended. Not so with Dr. Vitale! She payed careful attention to the pain I was experiencing. When it came to the diagnosis, treatment options, and home treatments, Dr. Vitale was very specific and detailed in her explanations. She was very aware and respectful of my choice to not pursue any prescription pain-killers. Her excellent service did not end there. Since I had to head back home to Los Angeles, there was quite a bit of paperwork to take care of. She made the arrangements to send my bills to my insurance company, and faxed copies of my diagnosis to my new doctor. She even warned me that if a doctor wanted to see me for two months, more frequently than twice a week, that they'd be trying to take advantage of me. What advice! A week later, I received a copy of the diagnosis and my bills for my own records along with a card! Never in any medical office, have I received the care and kindness that Dr. Vitale has shown me. Highly recommended!

I have been a patient of Harvey's since 1979. I can not say enough of how he has kept me going…read morethese past 43 years. He's the best Chiropractor in the Santa Cruz area. I have tried a few other Chiropractor's and always went back to Harvey for relief. If you value your physical health go see Dr. Markovitz TODAY. Roger Lawless

Drs. Dang and Aricele recently joined Dr. Markovitz's practice and treated me. I used several…read morechiropractors over many years including Dr. Markovitz many times but he was unavailable. My back was in considerable pain for several reasons. They worked as a team during my session. Dr. Dang mostly worked on my lower back, hips and legs while Aricele worked on head, neck and shoulders. It was like having a massage and chiro adjustment at the same time. They seem to use several different chiro technique. Within hours of the session, I was able to stand up straight and walk without pain. My long flight to east coast 2 days later was without any pain or discomfort. I can't say enough about this chiropractor practice and staff. They are not only highly competent but have fun personalities and make you feel welcome. Don't hesitate to try them.

Always tentative and caring to needs. I've been seeing Cheryl now for a few years, and each time I…read morealways feel incredible and energized. The road to recovery can be long for spine injuries and pain, but Cheryl and her practice make it easy to regain mobility. I couldn't recommend her enough! I've been to at least six other chiropractic practices before I made it to LionHeart Chiropractic. Cheryl offers the most fair priced adjustments and appointments that I've seen and is very flexible for scheduling as well. Her office is very calm and welcoming, while being both professional and comfortable at the same time. I'm so grateful that I have her in my life, and I feel like EVERYONE should offer themselves the gift of visiting her!

I've been coming to Cheryl for over a year consistently. My grandma LOVED her, and always would…read morerecommend anyone she knew to Cheryl. And definitely understand why! Cheryl makes you feel welcomed, has a ton of experience, & you can tell she loves what she does. She really listens, and wants to help you and your body. Not only do you get the satisfying 'pops & cracks' but I'm always leaving feeling better. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great chiropractor.

Dr. Alex and Dr. Madison are by far the best body workers I have ever known! I struggle with muscle…read moretightness, chronic pain, and hypermobility. Both practitioners do soft tissue work that REALLY relieves my tightness. They use many techniques, including adjustments, drop table, scraping, cupping, adjuster tool, stretches, range of motion exercises, and myofascial release! I didn't even know chiropractors could offer so much! Dr. Madison specializes in hypermobility and demonstrated great understanding of the nervous system! Her calling attention to it really helped me relax more effectively. Both chiropractors are wonderful!

10/10 recommend Healing Coast Chiropractic. I saw Dr. Alex regularly for a long time, and I loved…read moreevery session. The first thing that drew me to working with her is that she sees the body and healing as holistic. She knows that the body heals itself, and the practitioner is an assistant in making that as easy as possible. She cares for the whole person, including various factors that might be influencing your condition, and you will leave with a sense of connection. Dr. Alex's work is effective for both short term physical relief and long term healing. I'm a competitive pole vaulter, incredibly in tune with my body, and there's an important balance in being able to perform the way I want to, so I am deliberate and cautious about who I trust to work on my body. Dr. Alex has definitely earned my trust. Every appointment was a collaboration, & she is great at meeting people where they are. We did several different types of body therapy (adjustments, myofascial release, active and passive work on my connective tissue & muscle, cupping, red light therapy, etc), and she always integrated it with my training and needs for my sport, so it enhanced my performance instead of interfering in any way. Whether you have specific discomfort or concerns, or want to proactively prioritize and maintain your health, I highly recommend Healing Coast Chiropractic. Dr. Alex pairs her skills and knowledge in her craft with creating a safe, warm, and loving environment for all her patients. She encourages communication and will ensure your needs are met. She will genuinely listen to you. If you want a chiropractic office that cares for your physical body as well as your mind, emotions, and lifestyle, this is the place for you. Thank you SO much for being a huge part of my athletic recovery journey!

My chiropractor that I used to see recently retired. I wanted to find someone new who could be very…read moregentle and yet effective. I met Dr Jeff socially a few months ago and so decided to give him a try. I knew he had a background in massage therapy and other healing modalities, which in my opinion tends to help with the palpation skills and the intuition around what would help the patient. So I gave him a try. I woke up one morning with a terrible headache, persistent dizziness, and just an overall feeling of yuck. He was thankfully able to squeeze me in! He assessed my posture and certain aspects of my gait, and then he put me on his table and massaged certain areas and used a tool that created a rhythmic, vibrating type sensation in places along my spine. It was a very comfortable and interesting sensation. I really liked it a lot. He found a few areas that needed manual manipulation and he did it in a very gentle, yet throrough way. By the end of the session, my headache was completely gone and so was the dizziness! He worked on aspects of my body that had never been treated in the manner he did. Even did some work inside of my mouth for my jaw! It was really quite transformative. If you are suffering and are in need of care in the Santa Cruz area, I couldn't recommend him more!

I love Seabright Family Chiropractic! Both Dr. Jeff and Dr. Zayneb are amazing!!! They truly care…read moreabout you getting better and being your best self. A truly warm and loving practice that focuses on you. They have helped me so much and I am so very grateful to have found this Santa Cruz treasure!! Highly recommend!!

I have been a patient of Dr. Aine Sweeney's for 27 years! I first went to her to help me recover…read morefrom a high speed, head on collision. Her expert adjustments helped me to fully recover. I have seen her regularly over the years for various reasons and she has helped me every single time.. My husband and two daughters, seeing the 100% success rate of my treatments with her, started seeing her years ago and she has also helped them recover from various issues EVERY SINGLE TIME. She is a gifted, amazing healer and I can't recommend her enough. She is highly skilled, knowledgeable, kind and gentle. I would give her more than a 5 star rating if I could!

I first went to Aine Sweeney when my other chiropractor was out of town and had referred me to her…read more She worked with me to fit me in as soon as possible and was genuinely interested in my health. I had been experiencing veritgo-like symptoms and had seen almost a dozen doctors. If you've never been to a chiropractor who practices what is called Directional Non-Force Technique, it can be a little different. There's no cracking like you would experience at other chiropractors. You get in a little hospital gown and lie face down on the table so they have access to your entire spine. From there they gently touch various parts of your body then adjust your feet to keep them even. The appointment lasts about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Aine is very caring, gentle, and will work out any issues you're experiencing. I went in there for dizziness; she discovered my lower back issues and adjusted the bones in my face and skull that were responsible for my vertigo symptoms. I'll be sure to go to her any time I'm experiencing any discomfort. I highly recommend her!

Christina treats the whole person and body. I started seeing her for trauma, injury and pain. I…read moreimmediately started to feel the results and improvements in my life. She does her research and willingly shares resources to back up her recommendations. She is local to our community and had a terrific location on Portola Ave. Christina is a very compassionate, knowledgeable healer and accepts insurance too!

Christina is AMAZING! she is very intuitive & has helped me tremendously mentally & physically! I…read morehave been to many an acupuncturist in all my years, and she is by far THE BEST. You feel her care & support. she takes her craft very seriously. I am SO grateful to her.