Our story is rooted in movement, recovery, and purpose. We’re a dedicated team of chiropractors and massage therapists united by one mission: to help you live pain-free and perform at your best. Through personalized care, hands-on therapy, and a deep understanding of the body, we help restore your balance from the inside out.
At Santa Cruz Spine and Sport, we help people move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free. Founded by Dr. Justin McLeod, DC, in 2010, our clinic has grown into a trusted destination for chiropractic care and massage therapy Santa Cruz, serving everyone from active athletes to individuals dealing with chronic pain or mobility challenges.
What sets us apart is our whole-body approach to healing. We don’t just focus on your spine; we look at how your muscles, joints, and movement patterns work together. Through spinal and extremity adjustments, deep tissue massage, shock wave therapy, and corrective movement, we address the root cause of your pain so you get real, lasting relief.
Dr. Justin McLeod’s passion for chiropractic began at just 16 years old, following a series of sports injuries from football, mountain biking, snowboarding, and more. A life-changing visit to a chiropractor sparked his curiosity and his commitment to natural healing.
After earning his undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University and his chiropractic doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West, he opened Santa Cruz Spine and Sport to help others recover without relying on drugs or surgery.
Since then, Dr. McLeod has completed hundreds of hours of postgraduate training in sports injuries, soft tissue healing, and functional movement rehabilitation, and continues to lead with evidence-based care that puts patients first.
⦁ Integrated Chiropractic and Massage Care
We combine manual adjustments with targeted bodywork, pressure point therapy, and movement training for faster, more complete healing.
⦁ Experienced, Licensed Professionals
Our team of chiropractors and massage therapists brings advanced certifications, a passion for wellness, and a deep understanding of the musculoskeletal system.
⦁ Customized, Patient-Centered Treatment
No one-size-fits-all care here. Every plan is tailored to your body, your goals, and your lifestyle.
⦁ Lasting Pain Relief
Whether you’re looking for neck pain treatment, back pain relief, or action sports massage, we treat the cause, not just the symptoms.
At Santa Cruz Spine and Sport, we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of services designed to relieve pain, restore movement, and support long-term wellness. Our treatments are rooted in evidence-based care and tailored to each individual, whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic discomfort, or optimizing performance.
Our licensed chiropractors provide precise full-spine and extremity adjustments to improve joint mobility, reduce nerve irritation, and realign the body. We focus on correcting the cause of pain rather than masking symptoms, helping you move freely with fewer visits.
Our massage therapists are trained to deliver goal-focused bodywork that complements your recovery process. Whether you need deep tissue massage, sports massage, or tension relief, every session is personalized for your needs.
Focal Shock Wave Therapy is a powerful non-invasive treatment that stimulates healing in damaged soft tissue. It’s especially effective for chronic pain, scar tissue, tendon injuries, and muscle knots that don’t respond to traditional methods.
Movement is at the core of healing. Our team performs Functional Movement Screenings (FMS/SFMA) to identify weaknesses, imbalances, and improper patterns. We then guide you through corrective exercises to strengthen and stabilize the body for long-term pain prevention.
We use a variety of advanced techniques to treat fascial restrictions, muscular imbalances, and nerve entrapments.