What makes the best chiropractors? 1- sports chiropractor, 2- investigate the issue(s), 3- they only adjust where it is needed given the issue(s) (none of that let's crack the whole back & call it done), 4- Give exercises to compensate for the underlying issues. Dr. Leah Helin fits all these criteria and a lot more. I have seen maybe ~15 chiropractors all together in my life, Dr. Helin is the best chiropractor I have been to. Yes, she is expensive and we visited a couple others before finally landing there. The first hour visit will count as probably about 3 or 4 visits at another chiropractor. She is that smart, targeted and efficient. The whole family goes with great success. The biggest success is that one child that was told by two orthopedic specialists that surgery was needed, completely avoided surgery because Dr. Helin was part of the treatment. A 3-year old pain I had was identified, targeted, given exercises in ~15 minutes; she helped more in those minutes than 12 hours of physiotherapy. The now better targeted exercises keep me improving a lot faster. Go see her, you won't regret it. read more

Other than one other time, I haven't written a Yelp review in years, but I feel like I need to write this. I've been to six or seven chiropractors in the past year. Dr. Leah is, by far, the best, and the most honest. I recently went to a guy in Solana Beach because he had a spine stretching machine (Dr. Leah is always booked, also, so I wanted to go to someone right away for my back pain--I'm an impatient person). The guy told me that the only way I'd get better was to come into his office three times per week for 8 weeks, and use his spinal stretching machine. He also told me that I couldn't do anything active except walk on flat ground for a maximum of 20 minutes at a time. I drove home from there, super depressed and discouraged. Well, after sleeping on it, I came to the conclusion that the guy was full of crap. He also wanted to charge me thousands of dollars to do it "his way." He seemed like a nice guy, but please. Dr. Leah not only gives awesome adjustments, but tells me how to cure my bulging discs. She's honest in telling me that nothing can actually revert them back to how I was 35 years ago, but she said I don't have to get worse, I don't have to suffer in pain so much, and I should still be able to surf, run, do yoga, play tennis, all the things I love. I love that she's a sports-minded practitioner too. She has a positive attitude and is super friendly and likable. She's efficient, too. I am writing this because I found her on Yelp and I want to pay it forward. No one should be debilitated from back pain. I cannot thank Dr. Leah enough for all she's done for me. I have so much more hope, and can do the things I love. She's a keeper. read more

Dr. Leah! You have been great! Thank you for all your help. We enjoyed our time with you and will be back when we tweak ourselves again!!!! ~Lenden, Sole, Mitchell & Alexis read more

Absolutely the best CCSP in the greater San Diego area. Dr Helin is very knowledgeable, it seems like every visit is another lesson in caring for your body. read more

My bf and I have been going to Dr. Leah for the last year for proper alignment and maintenance. She provides cupping, adjustments, and exercises for you to strengthen weak areas at home. Highly recommend her! She has a wealth of knowledge! Thank you Leah! ALSO- she takes insurance, which makes frequent visits a lot easier on the wallet. read more

High recommend! She is so knowledgeable and walks and talks you through what she's doing which helped me become more body aware. Our whole family went today for the first time, even my kids (3yo and 10 months). She also gave us great exercises to do at home which has been very helpful. We can't wait to go back! read more

Dr. Leah came highly recommended by my massage therapist (Body By Darby in Solana Beach), and she was nothing short of amazing and entertaining the whole time. It's amazing to work with someone who is so in tune with the human body that he or she can immediately see and feel what needs improvement. She's got me as a repeat client, for sure. read more

Absolutely a ray of sunshine, you come in battered and beaten, soreness everywhere, and just as you feel defeated Dr Helin bangs n bops and stretches you back to straight as a string. It was a great and comfortable experience especially for my first time getting any work done on my body. Highly recommend if something ails you to get in and get an assessment, there's no point in putting it off. read more

Just came from my initial appointment with Dr. Leah. She is extremely knowledgeable explains everything she will do, its expected affect, and what areas I will be feeing the affect of her work. I felt safe and well taken care of during my time with Dr Leah. Looking forward to my next appointment and also the healing that I will be feeling over time with her help. read more

Leah is incredible. She talks patients through the process.. not only is she very knowledgeable, but she is a warm and friendly soul in a high stress environment for some.. I would highly recommend her to anyone in California! read more

Leah Helin, DC - Chiropractors Near Me - Encinitas, California

Snap crackle & pop! I came in with lower back pain, muscle ache and an overall stiff body. I left feeling rejuvenated and alive with some rather interesting looking marks from cupping. Not only does dr Leah focus on the problem, she engineers a solution and a plan of action to get you back on your feet. If your looking for a new sports medicine / chiropractor who loves meat and cheese boards look no further. read more

I would give 10 stars if I could! Dr. Leah was amazing start to finish. She listened to all my questions and concerns regarding my back, neck, and body. We went over exactly what was going on and how to treat each area. She explained everything into detail before we started. I got cupping, scraping, and full back and body adjustments. Instantly I felt relaxed, relieved, and renewed. My posture feels better and my blood flow to my muscles is great! I slept amazing and will continue to go back. Thank you so much Leah! read more

I LOVE DR. LEAH!!! Her treatments are so different than any others I've ever received and I love that she takes the time to explain the different things that are happening physiologically and how to correct it. The cherry on top is her amazing personality. GO SEE DR. LEAH! read more

Very knowledgable, passionate, and I feel better. I've recommended 4 people to go see her. While I think every chiropractor has something unique to offer, Leah has a unique niche, something I haven't seen in other chiropractors. Highly recommend giving her a shot... she's great. read more

Where to start? As a veteran chiropractic patient, you tend to become accustomed to the touch and feel of a chiropractor when he/she works on you. You become familiar with what goes on during treatment, what to expect afterwards, and sort of the ins and outs of it all. With that being said, I can say that Dr. Helin has some of the best hands I've ever been adjusted by. She is strong, yet gentle. She delivers her care with expertise and can almost feel how much she cares, as soon as she puts her hands on you. And as if that wasn't enough, she's easy to talk to, knowledgeable, and just dedicated to your Heath and recovery. I came to Dr. Helin with a minor injury. I sprained my SI joint years ago throwing javelin in competition. I had recovered fully but through rugby, tweaked it again. Dr. Helin helped get me in my feet and back on the pitch in no time, with my body feeing as good as it's ever felt. Whether it's an old injury you aggregated, a new one you just "earned", or anything in between, I would highly recommend Dr. Helin. read more

Wow! Educated, experienced, professional and sensitive, Dr. Leah Helin helped me recover from one of the worst back and ankle injuries that I've ever experienced. There would be days that I could barely walk, then after my scheduled appointment with her, I would be back on my feet in no time. No matter how much I cried like a baby, she never made me feel embarrassed. She greets you with a genuine smile and you can't miss her dedication. Plain and simple, she cares. If you read my other reviews, you will see that I only yelp the best of the best! Dr. Helin is one of the best! -Joe B. read more

Dr Helin is absolutely the best chiropractor!!! She is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and professional. After I hurt my lower back, she was diligent about getting me back to 100% as well showing me stretches and exercises to help strengthen my lower back. Dr Helin's enthusiasm for her profession is almost contagious. She's always in a positive mood, which is rare sometimes today. After leaving an appointment with her, your body will feel great. Highly recommend Dr Helin if you are looking for an amazing chiropractor!!! read more

Saw Dr. Leah before our big weekend a Kaboo! She did my full spine and hips, knees, ankles, and shoulders... I'm not from the area but I always come to see her when I'm in town! Thanks for the awesome adjustments! read more

Leah Helin, DC - Pre-Kaboo Adjustments :) - Chiropractors Near Me - Encinitas, California

I had been wearing a brace on my wrist for almost a year; I had aching pain and numb fingers. 24/7. I would use those Salon Pas sticker things all over my lower arm just to make it through the day or night. My husband told me to go to Leah (she'd fixed a problem in his shoulder earlier this year), but I just kept waiting for the wrist to heal on its own. Finally, after a bad pain day, I called her and I'm telling you this woman has CHANGED MY LIFE. I left my first visit 40% better. (Which btw brought me to tears.) She gave me little tips on how to help myself between our first and second appointment. I left my second visit 60% better. My third, 80% and now I'd say I'm completely healed. Going to her is a treat, better than a massage. She is enthusiastic, incredibly knowledgeable and absolutely loves what she does. It comes through. Her energy is infectious. She's easy to make appointments with (text!) and even lets me bring my baby if I can't get childcare. Honestly, Leah is the find of all finds. Recently, I was traveling and sleeping on bad beds and blow up mattresses and my neck was kinked and shoulders tight. I came in as soon as I got back to Encinitas. She fixed me in one session. It's been a week and I'm still good. She is the real deal. She can help you! read more

Dr. Helen is the best! She is so knowledgeable and explains everything. She has healed many ailments in my family.

Leah truly goes above and beyond regular chiropractic work not only with the treatments that she gives but also with the compassion and care she has for her clients. As a bartender with with a bum shoulder she carefully listened and examined my problem to come up with a treatment rather than just giving me regular adjustment. Highly reccomend, will be coming back whenever needed. read more

I'm so happy i found Dr. Leah Helin! I recently went to my second visit with her and i wanted to wait to leave a review till i knew how my body was feeling afterwards. Well i feel great. i can breathe better and a few areas where i had back pain are no longer hurting. I felt amazing the next day after i woke up. Dr. Leah made me feel very relaxed when it's hard for me to do that with a chiropractor. She explained everything and answered all my questions and concerns before we started. You can tell she has a great deal of passion for her trade, her clients and all the continued education and technology that comes with her profession. Thanks again for making us hard working people feel good ;) read more

Leah Helin, DC - Yoga on a skateboard feels comfortable after visits with Dr. Leah Helin!! ~namaste - Chiropractors Near Me - Encinitas, California

Dr Leah was just amazing .........i've had many months of physical therapy and to no avail ! iam 65 and had acl surgery last year and i never felt i would improve my mobility ! She really helped me to understand the proper way of moving to keep my body in perfect alignment. She gave me exercises to work on to maintain that alignment, simple and straight forward . But most of all was her personal and genuine concern for my well-being...her positive energy is contagious .....I live 85 miles away and will return ...........She's that good!! read more

Dr. Leah Helin is fantastic!! I've always been a bit hesitant to try out a chiropractor, but at the urging of some friends decided to test one out due to some lingering and long term ailments that I had just "lived with". I went and saw Dr. Leah Helin and not only did she work with me to put together a comprehensive plan that would get my body back to feeling good but then she followed through with exactly what was laid out and got me back to feeling better than I have in a long time! She is extremely personable, knowledgeable, friendly and makes me feel completely at ease eery single time I come into an appointment. I'm definitely a convert to the chiropractic community and would recommend Dr. Leah Helin to anybody! read more

A friend recommended Dr. Helin after I described what sounded to them to be a popped rib. I have never had a rib out before and was nervous but her warm and confident demeanor managed to put me at ease even as she pointed out that I actually had 3 ribs out, not just the one. She explained why she was doing what she was doing during the adjustment which made me feel safe while in her (strong yet gentle) hands. As bummed as I was to find out she is out of my insurance's network I won't go see anyone else. She clearly has a passion for helping people and everything from the lovely lady at the front desk (I forget her name) to the adjustment itself was a pleasant experience. I will certainly be sending my friends to her in the future! read more

Awesome. Knowledgeable, passionate and great experience. Not looking to book appointments but truly looking to help. Highly recommend.

Where do I start? Leah Helin's smile makes you feel better before she even begins to work her magic. She is knowledgable, professional and extremely caring. She healed me from the severe pain I'd been suffering. Don't let her size fool you, her hands are healers of pain. Not to mention that her adjustments will leave you wanting to stay. I can't say enough good things about her. Save yourself from that old antiquated massage, and let Leah rejuvenate your body. Trust that you will not be disappointed. read more

Dr. Helin has helped me with my lower back problems and tightness in my body for a couple years now. She is very knowledgeable, caring and over all good at what she does!! On my first visit with her I could barley walk or sit for more than 5 minutes. In one visit I was almost 100% again and since then I am back working out everyday and living a comfortable life again! Never mind her knowledge and excellent work she does on a consistent Basses I can guarantee she is the nicest most caring up beat ladies you will ever meet. i am not kidding I don't think she has ever had a bad day. Give her a chance and I promise you will never go anywhere else. read more

Dr. Helin is an outstanding professional. Ever since she started treating me, my body has found a new balance and I'm grateful we found each other. She will take care of you and keep a close eye on your process. Keep it up Doc! Your patients love you :) read more

Dr. Leah is my trusted chiropractor. I entrust her not only with my wellbeing but that of my entire family. Literally my entire family, including out 11 year old boxer with hip dysplasia and low back issues. Leah is incredibly knowledgeable and her work is comprehensive. Not only is her treatment incredibly effective, her touch is loving and compassionate. As body-work professional myself I am extremely selective about who I allow to treat my specific needs, Leah hits the mark every time. I refer all my clients to Leah and they always bring back rave reviews of her work. I highly recommend Dr. Leah to anyone seeking chiropractic care. read more

Wow! I have seen a variety of chiropractors over the last few years due to moving around, I'm so glad I found Dr. Helin, she is a gem!!! Dr. Helin is so knowledgable and has a really gentle touch. My favorite treatment is Cranial therapy, it helps so much with my TMJ and just generally feels awesome! She's in a nice, quiet office with all the gear and tools you could hope for, but Dr. Helin is the best thing in there! She has given me stretches to help with my posture and general comfort that work wonders. It's always hard to wait the week in between my every-other-week sessions, I come out feeling like I had a massage, even if it was only a 15-20 minute session. Between her knowledge of so many therapies and different approaches for what will have the best effect on my body and her awesome upbeat personality I won't be looking for a new chiropractor for a long time! Get on her list before she's booked solid, everyone will know about her soon! read more

De. Leah is the best! She really knows her stuff! Highly recommend to anyone in the area :)

Dr. Leah is an outstanding chiropractor. She used to treat me in San Jose and now anytime I'm in San Diego, I make sure to stop in and visit her for treatment. She has great skills and technique, but more importantly is an amazing cool person. I would highly recommend Dr. Leah to anyone seeking health care. read more

I moved to San Diego a year ago and shortly thereafter began my search for a new chiropractor. I'm very picky with chiropractors because I have a bunch of old sports injuries, mostly to my spine. To be completely honest, I made my first appt with Dr. Helin when I saw her picture. She's beautiful(I'm a single man, what can I say?!?) But I continue to see her because she's an amazing chiropractor. She's one of the ones who really care about helping her clients feel better, big picture better. She analyzes and adjusts her treatments as necessary, which is a big deal to me. I get annoyed when docs do the same thing in every appt. I'd feel comfortable recommending Dr. Helin to anyone...she's very intelligent and very good at what she does. read more

Dr. Leah Helin is incredible. Her warm personality allows her to connect with patents and create a sense of comfort as soon as they walk into the room. As a former collegiate athlete herself, Dr. Leah is extremely knowledgeable about the human body and it shows in her practice. In addition to her smooth and clean adjustment style, she performs deep-tissue work to warm up the body and boost muscle recovery. This muscle therapy stimulates blood flow and make her adjustments more effective. Overall, Dr. Leah provides a world-class chiropractic experience. Highly recommended. read more

Dr. Leah is absolutely the best health care professional I have ever worked with. Over the past eight years, I accumulated sports related injuries, stress related imbalances, computer/study related neck pains, and a handful of other day to day pains. When I walked into her office for my first appointment I could barely make it through one hour at the gym without encountering pains and road blocks. A couple months of appointments later, I am now exercising at a level of high intensity 5 days a week. I have seen a wide range of providers in an attempt to solve these problems and none have come close to making the progress that Dr. Leah has made in my life. Throughout her appointments, she provides knowledgeable responses to questions and she takes the time to thoroughly evaluate each patient without rushing others out the door. Each member of my family has become a patient of Dr. Leah and we are all very grateful for her kindness, expertise, and professionalism. read more

I've seen many chiropractors over the years. Over the course of my life I've been in 7 car accidents, and like many people ignored my whiplash. About 8 months ago I found out I had herniated discs 5&6. I also found out I have cervical stenosis and that my muscles are so tight from these injuries that I need trigger point therapy, PT therapy, and OT therapy. In the mean time I have been terrified to see a Chiro because I didn't want to end up hurting myself more, we've all heard the rumors of if you have a cervical injury, never go to a Chiro. Well, as luck would have it, Dr. Helin was referred to me by a person who is super freaked out by chiros and even YOGA! But she said this woman would take good care of me and not push my body limitations too far and most of all, make me feel better. So I decided to give her a try. I've see her twice now and I am just so impressed with her knowledge, passion, and skill. She verbally tells you what she's doing to you and why while she's working on you-- I love that. She doesn't come on too aggressive at all but just enough where you feel good the next day. I feel so happy, I've been in so much pain, spinal fusion was even discussed by Dr' sat one point and I think this alternative route is really the best route. If you're looking for a kind, and amazing Chiro, she's the one for you. I was SO NERVOUS and she really put my mind at ease about the whole session. So basically book your appointment now! She's totally worth it :) read more

I wish I could give Dr. Helin 10 stars for the excellent care she gave me. I was traveling through Southern California when I realized something was not right with my back. Dr. Helin was able to fit me in the same day I called, AND get my pain to a manageable level after just one treatment. I saw her a few more times before getting back on the road just to make sure I would be good to go through the duration of my trip, which I was. I wish she lived closer to me because her services are second to none. Thank you for the great care Doc! I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area! read more

Dr. Leah has been a great surprise to me everytime I go see her! I have a long history of seeing a chiropractor but I've never had anyone like how she does. She is not looking for a way for you to come every week or anything (unless, of course, you do have issues that need that much of attention) but rather working on ALL parts of your body with numerous ways and modalities, and teach you what you can do at home. I always get immediate results. Her knowledge, skill, and passion are amazing. read more

Leah is a blessing to my body. Plagued with injuries and a naturally odd body, Leah is able to give me relief. For the first time in a very long time, I am able to take a full breath in and lay down without pain. Leah's approach to chiropractic care is patient-centric and not pushy. I have been seeing Leah since she relocated to San Diego and I won't stop seeing her! read more