Business Details
36 Years
experience
Premier Chiropractic Care in Walnut Creek
Established in 1990, John Muir Chiropractic Center has been a trusted provider of comprehensive chiropractic care for over three decades. Founded by Dr. Michael Gazdar, a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician and former team chiropractor for the San Francisco Giants, our practice combines elite-level expertise with personalized treatment plans. We specialize in sports chiropractic, auto accident injuries, scoliosis management, and wellness care for patients of all ages. With a focus on natural healing through techniques like Activator Methods and Cox Flexion-Distraction, we serve as advocates for holistic health in Walnut Creek and surrounding communities.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through thousands of successful patient outcomes, including professional athletes and individuals seeking relief from chronic pain. By maintaining rigorous professional standards and continuously advancing our clinical skills through postgraduate education, we ensure our patients receive care that aligns with the highest industry benchmarks. The practice philosophy emphasizes active listening, detailed diagnostics, and transparent communication about treatment options, empowering patients to make informed healthcare decisions.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Sports Chiropractic
Auto Accident Injuries
Scoliosis Treatment
Wellness Care
Prenatal Adjustments
Geriatric Chiropractic
Headache Relief
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience treating professional athletes and everyday patients.
- Our clinic provides personalized treatment plans developed by a World Series team chiropractor.
- We utilize 12+ advanced chiropractic techniques for comprehensive care options.
- Our practice includes a dedicated wellness program for long-term health maintenance.
- We maintain early morning and Saturday appointment availability for patient convenience.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (C.C.S.P.)
What people say
Gentle adjustments
Thorough evaluations
Effective pain relief
Expertise with athletes
Long-term wellness
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our comprehensive chiropractic care addresses musculoskeletal conditions through precise spinal adjustments. We treat acute pain, chronic conditions, and wellness needs using gentle techniques suitable for all ages. Patients receive individualized treatment plans developed through thorough diagnostic evaluations.
Sports Chiropractic
Specialized care for athletes at all levels, focusing on injury prevention and performance optimization. Services include biomechanical analysis, soft tissue therapy, and sport-specific rehabilitation. Our experience includes working with World Series champions and Olympic athletes to maintain peak physical condition.
Auto Accident Injuries
Expert management of auto-related injuries including whiplash, back strains, and post-accident rehabilitation. We coordinate with insurance providers and provide documentation for personal injury cases. Treatment combines spinal adjustments with physiotherapy modalities for comprehensive recovery.
Scoliosis Management
Specialized care for children and adults with scoliosis using Chiropractic BioPhysics techniques. Treatment plans focus on reducing curvature progression through targeted adjustments and rehabilitative exercises. We provide regular progress assessments using on-site imaging capabilities.
Wellness Care
Ongoing wellness programs emphasize spinal health maintenance and nervous system optimization. Services include regular adjustments, posture analysis, and lifestyle recommendations. This preventative approach benefits patients seeking to maintain mobility and reduce stress-related conditions through natural means.
People
Dr. Michael Gazdar
Chiropractor
Doctor of Chiropractic with 30+ years experience, Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, and former team chiropractor for the San Francisco Giants. Recipient of two Alumni of the Year awards from Life Chiropractic College West. Specializes in sports injury treatment and wellness care.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you offer?
We provide 12+ techniques including Activator Methods, Cox Flexion-Distraction, and Chiropractic BioPhysics, tailored to individual patient needs and comfort levels.
Do you treat auto accident injuries?
Yes, we specialize in auto-related injuries with experience handling personal injury cases and insurance coordination for comprehensive patient care.
Can chiropractic help athletes?
Our sports chiropractic services have supported professional athletes, including World Series champions, through injury prevention and performance optimization techniques.
Are services available for children?
We offer pediatric chiropractic care using gentle techniques for developmental concerns and wellness maintenance in children of all ages.
What are office hours?
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7am-4pm; Tuesday 9am-12pm; Saturday 8am-9am. Thursday appointments available by request.
How to schedule an appointment?
Call (925) 939-2225 or use our online form to request an appointment. New patient visits include comprehensive diagnostic evaluations.
