At Nervo Chiropractic, we proudly practice the Gonstead Technique — recognized as The Gold Standard of Chiropractic. Grounded in Precision, Compassion, and Discipline, our approach is designed to deliver measurable results and lasting relief.
We take great pride in witnessing the transformations our patients experience — regaining mobility, reducing pain, and living life at the highest quality possible by allowing the body to express its full genetic potential. Your health is our mission, and your results are our reward.
Experience chiropractic care the way it was meant to be — focused, effective, and tailored just for you.
Chiropractors in Tustin primarily treat a condition known as the vertebral subluxation complex (VSC), or simply subluxation. A subluxation refers to a misalignment in the spine or extremities that disrupts normal joint function and can lead to nerve interference, why is this important? Because the nerves control and regulate everything in the body. When a subluxation is present, it typically produces a range of signs and symptoms. These may include swelling, increased heat, impaired movement, redness, pain AND OR secondary conditions.
I highly recommend coming here if you have any body pain. After 15 years of shoulder pain, Dr. Mike has taken away the pain with just a few visits. I'm ecstatic!
I came to Dr. Mike back in 2019. I had a really bad lower back injruy that I sustained. My pain levels were unbearable and I thought I would never be the same again. I almost gave up on trying to treat my injury until I came across Dr. Mike. I've never looked back since Dr. Mike. He is a true healer. It took 2+ years to get back to my normal self but I'm a football player who has sustained so much trauma to my lower back and neck area. I'm a body builder so that didn't help either. It's 2022 and wow I feel much better. My digestive system has improved, my mental state has improved, and my all around being has improved. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND DR. MIKE.
First time seeing a chiropractor and came here since it was close to home. I had been dealing with some recent back and foot pain. After almost 11 years of being in the military, I think it's all catching up to me. Dr. Mike was very thorough in the initial assessment. We made sure to cover as much medical history as we could. Fortunately for me, I've never had any severe injuries or surgeries. My arthritis and lower back pain were our initial targets and I am more than ready for next week's appointment. I honeslty couldn't have asked for a better first visit and hope to see Dr. Mike more often.
I had a very sharp, horrible back pain. It was to the point that it was really hard to move or walk. I went to the doctors, but they couldn't do anything about it. It was December 31st and I didn't want to spend New Year's Eve not being able to move. I came to Dr. Mike and he was amazing. The chiropractor aligned my back and I was able to walk and move. It was truly amazing. I'm very thankful that I went here and I totally recommend.
I was in my 20s walking with a cane due to an old injury. I was referred to Dr. Mike by a dear friend who brought me in for my first visit and I am so happy that it's been years since I've used that cane. If I could put more stars, I would! I've had the pleasure of having Dr. Mike work on my back for a few years now and if I could make it over weekly, I would! Thanks to you all for making a pleasant visit.
Dr. Mike is amazing! I'm 61 and my very active life (sky diving, horse trail riding, skiing...) has left a few dings on my body ;) Dr. Mike's methodical approach has helped me to untangle some of my injuries and reset my body as I age. I felt better almost immediately and now about 18 months in his care I am feeling pretty darn fantastic. I have been to other chiropractors and wow the Gonstead method is SO MUCH more of a body friendly, unique to YOU, approach. I will never use a non-Gonstead chiropractor again.
Choosing a Gonstead Chiropractor means opting for natural and holistic approaches to healthcare. By focusing on your body's innate ability to heal itself, chiropractic care in Tustin empowers you to take charge of your well-being. This personalized care emphasizes treating the root cause of issues rather than just the symptoms, promoting long-term health benefits.
Nervo Chiropractic offers a personalized approach to wellness by tailoring treatments to your specific needs. Through individualized care plans, they address your unique concerns, whether it's back pain, neck pain, migraines, or overall wellness goals. This personalized attention ensures that you receive the best possible care to achieve optimal health.
Our Chiropractors use gentle adjustments to restore proper alignment, alleviate pain, and enhance the body's natural healing processes. This approach helps you reach your wellness goals and maintain a healthy, active lifestyle.
Chiropractors restore “normal” nerve transmission/function to the body through specific adjustments to the spinal bones. “Abnormal” nerve function (too much/too little) comes from misaligned bones or what chiropractors commonly refer to as “subluxations”.
These “subluxations” can create a state of “dis-ease” in the body…sometimes resulting in certain conditions. Specific adjustments bring the body back to it’s “EASE” state, oftentimes restoring one's state of health.
To determine whether chiropractic will be effective or not, one must consider a few important factors:
No. Adjustments are intended to be specific. The specificity is what makes chiropractic unique! Treating everyone the same way with the same twisting of the neck and lower back from right to left and popping everything in between is not at all specific. Anything less than specific is not chiropractic and may do more harm than good to the patient!
Nervo Chiropractic uses the Gonstead method of adjusting and analyzing the spine. We're one of a few offices in Tustin that exclusively uses the Gonstead method. By thoroughly analyzing the spine through the use of x-ray, instrumentation, visualization, static and motion palpation you can expect a properly delivered adjustment.
Yes, chiropractic adjustments are safe…given that they are performed by a skilled and competent chiropractor! Like I tell patients, anyone can make a “popping” or “cracking” noise but very few people can make a proper adjustment. This is an art or skill that takes years to become efficient at. Chiropractic has been around since 1895 with a proven track record of success!
Besides the more common symptoms of neck and back pain, patients may often find relief/support with other symptoms such as:
Just to name a few!
Absolutely! During pregnancy, a women’s body goes through some pretty dramatic changes that can create stress along the spine. If the spine was already stressed before pregnancy, chances are it will intensify during the pregnancy. Great care is taken to be sure that both the mother and her baby are safe when performing an adjustment. We utilize special adjusting tables with different modifications to give the most gentle and accurate adjustment up to the time of delivery.
Unfortunately, most people associate a “popping” or “cracking” noise as being on the same level as an adjustment. Certainly, If you rotate your spine hard enough you will likely create a loud noise! However, this in no way constitutes an adjustment and may prove to be more harmful than good!
Adjustments are specific! For instance, the Gonstead technique utilizes a listing system that helps the doctor determine how the misalignment is occurring and the best way to make the correction.
It’s important to adjust the bone in the proper direction in accordance to how the bone is misaligned. It’s of even greater importance that the adjustment reduces and eventually eliminates nerve pressure and restores vital nerve function.
Sciatica often presents itself as pain down one leg or both. Oftentimes, the pain may travel all the way to the foot. Typically, when there is misaligned bone (subluxation) in the spine, this will induce an inflammatory response in the disc that can potentially irritate the spinal nerves…in this case, the nerves that travel down the leg.
With a proper analysis, the doctor can specifically determine how a vertebrae has misaligned and where the nerve pressure is being affected. This information is then used to determine the best approach to restoring proper position and motion of the subluxated vertebrae that may be affecting, in this case, the sciatic nerve.
