"Ford Chiropractic & Sports Care introduced me to StemWave. And it has been incredible for my knee mobility and health. I tried several different treatments Cortisone shots, which is a short term relief of pain, PRP (or whatever it’s called) that did nothing for me, big waste of money but until I tried StemWave I feel very mobile and not so lazy due to knee pain. Hunter Ford and Broderek treated me and I’ve haven’t felt this good in years. Trust me this new technology WORKS!!
~A true believer"
"Favorite chiro in Sana Barbara, highly recommend! Their expertise is top notch and everyone is very helpful."
"Stemwave therapy provided rapid improvement of my chronic lower back pain. Over a 10-week period the reduction in pain and increased mobility was noticeable after each weekly session."
"Dr. Ford listen carefully to my needs and developed a treatment plan that I think will be very helpful."
"Thanks, to all the team.
Sometimes, the body feels tense. One day, it affects me. Call this office for help adjusting my posture.
Mr. Broderek Amrein, D.C., helps reduce body tension by adjusting posture and providing advice on improving movement."
"Dr. Ford has helped me recover from numerous athletic feats. He helped me train and recover from the Surfer’s point marathon. Join the Ford Family!"
"Dr Ford and staff are great. Very nice facility too . I highly recommend them"
"So impressed with Dr. Ford and the team at Ford Chiro! I really appreciate the holistic approach to my aches and pains. I am a dental hygienist and Dr. Ford was great about getting to the root of my work related shoulder, neck, and thumb pain.
He also gave great tips on workout movements and stretches I can do on my own to strengthen and improve my weak spots.
The session started with a thorough tissue / muscle release by Koje (excellent as well) which was exactly what my body needed before being adjusted by Dr. Ford.
The practice was clean, inviting, and had great tunes playing. :)
I would highly recommend!"
"Dr. Ford is extremely good at what he does. He has helped me get through so many different phases of my life where my body hasn’t been right. Whether it’s been repetitive motion strain in my thoracic area, plantar fasciitis, neck pain, hip pain, plantar fasciitis again!
In all those situations he’s been able to get my body right so that I can feel great and enjoy life again.
There have been scenarios where I’ve had to go to physical therapy and more often then not they just quickly look at me and decide what is ‘wrong’ with me and put me on a plan that might not actually be what I need. With Dr Ford he attacks the immediate symptoms so that you can feel better but more importantly he takes the time and energy to really understand what might be the root cause of the issue to solve that for long term health, unlike some PT clinics. As the sessions progress he is constantly checking in to see if things need to change, he actually listens to what I have to say. I wish more therapist were like him.
I strongly recommend Dr Ford to all my friends and anyone who has any type of body pain, he’s the best!"
"I am a tennis long time player and am 70 years old. Before going to Dr. Ford I would only be able to play one day a week because of my Achilles tendinitis. After having treatments and him giving me special exercise to do, I now play at least 3 to 5 times a week without the pain I would experience after TENNIS games. I highly recommend him. His Treatments and advice really works!
Larry"
"I was only visiting Santa Barbara but Dr. Ford and his staff made me feel like a regular! Expert, professional, as nd amazing care with zero waiting. I highly recommend Dr. Ford and his staff."
"I came to Dr Ford looking for results after not fining them anywhere else. My injury has gotten substantially better and I know it’s from the work he his team have put in. Super friendly and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend"
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"After a quick Google search I decided to give Dr. Ford a try. Driving to San Francisco from Encinitas… I had a nagging rib out. So pleased with Dr. Ford’s ability to take me as a walk in and so thankful he was able to expertly diagnose and treat the affected area quickly and efficiently getting me back on the road feeling fantastic. Thank You Dr. Ford!"
"To be honest, I have never put much faith into the chiropractic field. Not that I thought it was less than any of the other fields that cover the human body--it just never landed with me. My husband has been going to the same chiropractor for 40-years. A little tweak here, a snap back in place there. Well, his chiropractor retired and Dr. Ford took over his practice, so now my husband sees Dr. Ford occasionally.
Me….at least once a year something in my lower back goes “snap” and the sciatic nerve gets pinch and down I go. It generally takes 2-3 days for thing to get back to normal, and I return to being a productive adult in society again---but until then, I live in “back hell…”
My husband made an appointment for me to see Dr. Ford….I put up a little resistance, but he said…” it can’t hurt to see him...” Can’t hurt…well, probable not more than it was already hurting. By the time the appointment came around, I couldn’t even walk to the bathroom, let alone to the car and into an office building…so it was rescheduled.
Once we made it into Ford Chiropractic, I was at least mobile, with a nerve that was still very much in charge of how I moved. After a very short wait, Dr. Ford had me walk into the treatment room---I could tell he was evaluating how I walked and asked me to sit where I felt comfortable. I sat on the treatment table, knowing that I would have to get there anyway; and gave my feet a little flick to drop my house slippers.
After a short exam, Dr. Ford had one of his staff come in to work on losing the muscles around my lower back. The masseuse, Cojay, is very skilled, kind, attentive, and became very attuned to my condition. While I certain felt him working on the muscles in the area, there was never any pain and soon I began to feel some relief. He worked on me for about 30-40 minutes then Dr. Ford returned.
While Cojay worked on me; he, my husband, and I talked about the best way to prepare hard boiled eggs or poached eggs. I realize now that, that was more to get my mind off the pinched nerve and thinking about something else. Not sure if my husband was in on it or not….no matter. Cojay did his work is the best possible way.
Dr. Ford took over feeling and mind mapping what was going on…he made three minor adjustments, that frankly, I didn’t even notice. After giving me some suggestions to use at home while the area continues to recover; he had me stand to see if there was improvement. And, sure enough there was.
I wouldn’t go so far to say I am a convert, but I certain have a very grateful respect for Dr. Ford and his staff. So, go see him if you have issues."
"Dr Ford and staff really listen and work on the problem areas. The new tiered level of work is amazing. I got the pro recovery session and it was amazing! I also have two boys playing high school football that I sent to Ford Chiropractor and they loved it! I can’t recommend him enough. Thank you Ford Chiropractor!"
"Seriously amazing! Dr Ford actually takes time to diagnose and see where pain is. He doesn’t just crack you and leave he actually spends time. Massages you and adjusts your body accordingly. He is very knowledgeable about the body as well! Highly recommend for anyone who wants a new home chiropractor"
"Dr. Ford and his staff are great. They're helping me recover and strengthen my shoulder from a bicept / rotator cuff tear. The environment is great and my pain is way down since I've started with them."
"(Translated by Google) I was on vacation in the US and had back problems.
I found Dr. Ford's practice through Google and made an appointment based on the positive reviews.
Dr. Ford helped me a lot, took a thorough medical history, and treated my back.
I was also shown some good exercises, which I will incorporate into my training.
I highly recommend the practice :)
(Original)
Ich war zum Urlaub machen in den USA und hatte Rückenprobleme.
Über Google wurde ich auf die Praxis von Dr. Ford aufmerksam und habe auf Grund der positiven Rezensionen einen Termin vereinbart.
Dr. Ford hat mir sehr gut geholfen, hat eine Aufmerksame Anamnese gemacht und meinen Rücken behandelt.
Mir wurden ebenso gute Übungen gezeigt, welche ich in mein Training integrieren werde.
Ich kann die Praxis absolut empfehlen :)"
"Thanks so much for all the adjustments that you have done. After the adjustment I feel like new"
"Dr.Ford was amazing! Took the time to answer all my questions and was very knowledgeable"
"Dr. Ford literally saved my life!(Musculoskeletal injury--lifting, swimming, etc--which morphed into odd problems and a harsh, scary diagnosis by a Sports MD) Dr. Ford saved my life by his genius clinical assessment & hands on care, his optimism in my future health & strength, his skill in prescriptive therapeutic exercises, his consistency, his patience and sooooo much more. As a RN BSN with a long service record in health care including UCSF Medical Center, I know first hand that Dr. Ford walks on water. There is not a health care provider who is as smart, as effective, as gifted, as kind, as trustworthy, as thorough, as humble, as wholistic, as persistent, or as hard working: all this EVERY time FOR HIS PATIENTS. Plus, when I was afraid and doubtful, he helped me get the confidence to try pool PT as a supplement to his care. IE, Dr Ford's care is INTERDISCIPLINARY. And the whole office & clinical Team ARE HAPPY, NICE, easy going, effective! The environment they create, in itself, is healing & uplifting & all encompassing (body-mind-soul). The rates are super reasonable and so WORTH IT for health & comfort & hopes sake! When my insurance said no, eventually they said yes because of the progress I was making. I have to say it again: Dr. Ford saved my life!"
"I have been to many chiropractors in my lifetime. I recently moved to Santa Barbara and today I had my first appointment with Dr. Ford. I couldn't be happier. He was thorough, kind, gentle, explained everything to me and I left feeling so much better! All in all it was truly a five star experience."
"Dr. Ford is always amazing and gets to know you and you’re body. I always feel great and rejuvenated when I leave. Thank you Dr. Ford"
"I always have a great experience with Dr. Ford. He was a very knowledgeable of the human body and what causes the pain. I also take both my boys to him that are involved in Football. He keeps them healthy all year long! I highly recommend."
"I had vertigo and was having a hard time trying to find a PT to see me within a couple days and they took me the day knowing how much I needed to come in and see someone. Their offices were clean. Their staff was extremely helpful and the doctor was on time and did the procedure and it is a day later and I feel great. My vertigo has left.
I can’t thank them enough for helping me And I would recommend them any day anytime
Sheri"
"Dr. Ford was extremely thorough and efficient and not only fixed what was hurting me but gave lots of very helpful advice on how to prevent it from happening again and to strengthen weaker areas.
I can't say enough good things about him. and the office and staff are cheerful and helpful....and friendly.
J Jackintell"
"I came to Ford Chiropractic due to a herniated disc, C6/C7. I had never experienced the extraordinary amount of pain I was in when I first showed up as a wreck in need of healing. Hunter Ford and his receptionists were quick to get me in, and, fortunately for me, they accept Medicare. Always extremely professional and receptive to what I had to say, Hunter Ford was able to zero in on how to relieve all of the tension and pain I was dealing with. I strongly recommend Ford Chiropractic!"
"Doctor Ford was good enough to see me as a walk patient at their Chiropractic Center, and within 15 minutes he had relieved the neck pain I had endured for more than 2 days! That same night I was back to normal and feeling perfectly fine. I could tell from this one interaction that he really knows and understands the physiology of the human body. Beyond that, he was true to his practice and fit me into a busy schedule because in his own words "We can't turn down someone in pain". Doctor Ford is a healer in the utmost sense of the profession. His actions and values are very much aligned and this will be my go to place from now on here in Santa Barbara. I wish every sports and medical business operated like this!"
"First appointment with Hunter Ford. Reviewed my exercises and made adjustments to them. Very gently manipulated my neck and mid back. Showed me how to use his adapted theracane. Accepts Medicare. Did a thorough exam. Will return! Thanks Hunter!"
"First time visiting Chiropractic in my life, and I definitely had a great experiencie with Dr. Hunt, so professional and great attention to me. I really recommend him to everyone here in the area."
"Literally saved my life. My Left side of My body was numb and he worked on me and it got worse so he told me to go to the ER. Turns out I had two strokes and didn't even know If he hadn't told me to go to the ER I would have dismissed the symptoms and died."
"Had a great first time chiropractor experience here with Dr. Ford. Super educational and informative! Looking forward to future visits here. 10/10 would recommend."
"My experience at Ford Chiropractic was wonderful. Dr Ford was so kind & caring. He helped me identify the issue I had with my lower back & neck and gave me practical exercises that I could do on my own to help. Office was clean & super inviting.
I highly recommend this place!"
"Dr Hunter Ford is very professional, knowledgeable, kind, & good at what he does. My husband and I both felt so much better after seeing him. Thank you. We’ll probably make an appointment next time we’re in Santa Barbara.
The traveling Montana-ites"
"My initial appointment was great. Dr. Ford acquired an extensive history and used that along with an in depth physical exam to create a treatment plan. I will be making chiropractic care part of my wellness routine."
"I've been to SEVERAL chiropractors and no one, no one had explained or taking the time to really help me. Mr. Ford is friendly, patient and takes time with you to explain why your in pain and shows you on his ipad and skeleton. He even used the massage machine for my back and used pressure points to alleviate my impingements in my hip. Then he shows you some stretches. You will walk out feeling better then when you arrived."
"Amazing experience! Dr. Ford is super knowledgeable and helpful, providing top-notch professional care, advice, exercises and tips, combined with amazing hands-on ability and all with such a calm, down-to-earth manner.
His wife Jen who runs the front office is a wonderful perk!
All-in-all perfect — will be back ASAP!"
"Greeted always in such a friendly way by Dr. Ford’s wife and business partner Jennifer
The office is clean and Dr. Ford it’s always punctual
My experience has been fantastic!
I would highly recommend Dr.Ford for Chiropractic care and maintenance.
I had tried many other modalities for years, even tried spinal injections and steroids, but to no avail
I went to Dr. Hunter because he was in my neighborhood on the Mesa
His adjustments were concise and not painful.
I would highly recommend his Chiropractor business .
I highly recommend Dr. Hunter Ford as a healer and a good honest SB business owner!👍🏽
In Gratitude,
Leslie Lembo"
"After visiting three orthopedic specialist for chronic tendenosis of my elbow without results , I went to see Dr. Ford on a recomendation from a friend. Thru his keen observations and treatments, I was able to improve my pain, and function. He started me on a strenghthening program that will lead me back to playing tennis again. As a health proffesional myself, I recommend Dr. Ford wholeheartedlly for any body pain related issues. Marty Roberts R.N."
"Dr. Ford integrates chiropractic with other modalities (massage, electro stim, cupping, etc)-- many of which he has used with me. I have realized results far exceeding other practitioners I've seen."
"Best chiropractor I’ve been to. He knows what he’s doing and has helped me significantly."
"I was having significant issues with my neck and shoulder, I am an artist so it is chronic for me. I came in to see him and instantly got released. He showed me exercises that I can do to continue to improve at home, I am so happy that I found him and couldn’t recommend him more highly!"
"Dr. Ford is awesome! My first visit with Dr. Ford was because I had a strained arm muscle due to a lot of heavy lifting at my job. He was able to pinpoint the muscles that needed work, and within 20 minutes he had me pain-free! He's very friendly and very knowledgeable, and taught me what I should and should not do to keep this from happening again. I've had a few visits with Dr. Ford since then, and I always leave feeling great. I've been to a lot of chiropractors in my life, and I highly recommend Dr. Ford. He's my only chiropractor from now on!"