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Chiropractic Adjustments and Techniques Chiropractic adjustments have a tremendous potential to help patients. From a biomechanical and neurological perspective a chiropractic adjustment can make a rapid, positive response. After their first adjustment most patients have two statements: “That was it? ” and “Wow, I feel better. ” The first statement because most adjustments are quick and painless. The second statement is due to an almost immediate improvement in the patient’s range of motion and a decrease or elimination of pain.

There are many different techniques, or ways to adjust the joints of the body, and Dr. Justin McLeod believes that each patient should be treated using the technique that is best suited for that patient. He does not believe in using the same technique for each patient.
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Dr. Justin McLeod
Dr. Justin McLeod
Founder, Chiropractor
Dr. Justin McLeod has was voted Best Chiropractor in Santa Cruz Weekly in 2010 and 2012, and he continues to be a leader in his field through hundreds of hours of post graduate certifications with an emphasis in sports injuries and soft tissue healing.  Using full spine adjusting and extremity adjusting (CCEP) with his a unique blend of pressure point therapy (HMT),  and movement based massage (ART) he is able to get fast lasting results. After the patient receives body work he has them work with a personal trainer who goes over therapeutic exercises, stretches, and movement pattern corrections.

Born in Alameda, he fell in love with Santa Cruz and the community. He calls it home with his wife and their two daughters.
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Mandi Masri
Apr 20, 2022
Justin McLeod is one of the best chiropractors I've ever seen. I've been going to him intermittently for several years, and he has the best sense of what my body needs. I tend to have more shoulder and neck issues, mostly due to stress and sleep problems, and he gets me feeling 100% every time. He even fixed a sprained ankle once by adjusting it, which I thought was amazing. Highly recommend!
Meadow Lorax
Feb 16, 2022
When I talk about issues in my shoulders and back I feel like Justin really listens, which isn't always the case with health care providers. I also appreciate the additional guidance about safe exercise techniques that I have been given at some appointments.
Peter Spellman
Jan 10, 2022
Justin has helped me on my road back from injuries. Very patient, experienced and a great ongoing advocate for my well-being.
Scott Leiserson
Aug 20, 2021
Dr. McLeod is a real pleasure to work with- he listens to you and works to resolve your issues with determination and skill. Support staff is responsive and helpful, and their online scheduling system is so easy and smooth to schedule appointments. Highly recommend Santa Cruz Spine and Sport for your needs!
Blondie Gurl
Jul 04, 2021
I was a walk in while traveling through Santa Cruz and was grateful to find Santa Cruz Spine and Sport. They were able to slide me in to their schedule quickly and worked with me on my sciatic nerve pain and overall "travel spine" I left there wishing I lived in Santa Cruz so I could continue getting adjustments and soft tissue work done here. Highly recommend this practice!
Kristen Collishaw
Mar 22, 2021
I am so grateful for Dr McCloud and his staff! Every time I leave I feel so much better and also feel like I got my money's worth. He is not your typical 'bone cruncher' in that he treats soft tissue and gets to the root of issues. You won't be disappointed!
Putzs
Mar 13, 2021
Excellent staff I have been a patient for many years. The doctors Dylan and Jess are very knowledge. They have worked on numerous injuries I had with great results. I highly recommend them. If your an athlete this is your team. But they provide relief from children to seniors I have been to many chiropractors These are the best!
Ackerman Towson Dentistry
Dec 29, 2020
Down for a week of vacation and the daily surfing took its toll on my hips. I thought I could wait it out until I went home to my chiropractor. It became clear I could not wait. So began the search for help. So grateful I landed with Santa Cruz Spine and Sport. They promptly returned my call. I was professionally greeted, welcome and taken care of.

The doctor was super helpful in addressing my concerns. He gave me exercises to do begin resetting all the imbalances. If I was local I would definitely be back with the long term plan he recommended. He was also gracious enough to help me find a similar chiropractor at home. Back feels great and hips are looser than they have ever been. Plenty of choices when seeking care but Santa Cruz Spine and Sport is a sure thing to regain your health and mobility.
Kimberly Ernst
Nov 19, 2020
The SC Sport and Spine clinic is the best I have ever attended. They are professional, friendly, organized, on time, and offer exceptional help. I have gone there for a year and find them to have me moving and pain free as I see them and do my exercises. SCSS has an excellent Chiropractor, Justin McLeod as well as several massage therapists and yoga classes. I highly recommend their serves.
Jesse Kennedy
Nov 02, 2020
I love SC Spine and Sport! Getting adjustments from Dr. McLeod always feels good because he spends a good amount of time warming up and relaxing your muscles before he starts. I went to see him because of sports related Injuries a d i really appreciated the fact that he didn't just adjust me and send me on my way, he took the time to also have me PT exercises to do at home to continue my healing.

I'm happy to say my back and hips are doing a lot better now! The office is warm and inviting and the whole staff is very friendly. I would definitely recommend Dr. McCleod to anyone needing help with their body!
Kelly Vaughn
Dr. Murray gave me back pain relief in our first visit that I feared would take weeks to achieve. Since then, my pain levels have been decreasing with each session with increasing function and well being. Dr. Murray uses multiple approaches to address patients pain which I find a plus because everyone is different and the same approach does not always work.

I highly recommend Dr. Murray, he's a great person and a skilled chiropractor. The staff at the office Keri & Sarah are very nice and helpful with all patients needs. They got me in the same day I called when I was in so much pai. I was ready to lose hope. I walked out feeling like I could start the next day anew! Thank you!
Colleen Perrin
Not only has Dr.J rescued me from chronic back pain but he has empowered me with take home exercises that keep me feeling and moving great!
Caitlin M. Fahey Schnittger
So impressed always with the professionalism and results generated by Dr J and the whole Spine and Sport team. Thank you for keeping me dancing through all of my many sports and life injuries and pains.