Chiropractor Pacifica CA
Welcome to Coastal Edge Chiropractic, where our Pacifica CA chiropractor's goal is to help you move better, feel better, and get back to doing the things you enjoy. We provide personalized chiropractic care for individuals and families throughout Pacifica, the Coast, the Peninsula, and the greater Bay Area. Whether you are dealing with back or neck pain, recovering from a sports injury or car accident, or simply trying to improve your mobility and overall function, we take the time to understand what is going on and develop a treatment plan specific to you.
At Coastal Edge Chiropractic, we believe chiropractic care should be comfortable, straightforward, and centered around the patient. We combine chiropractic adjustments with supportive therapies and individualized recommendations to address your specific needs. Our goal is not just temporary relief—we want to help you understand your body, improve the way you move, and give you tools that can help you stay active and healthy.
Coastal Edge Chiropractic
Coastal Edge Chiropractic is a locally owned chiropractic office in Pacifica, California, led by Dr. Andres Portillo, DC. Dr. Portillo earned his bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from San Jose State University before completing his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic. With a background in exercise science and athletics, he brings an understanding of movement, biomechanics, injury recovery, and physical performance into the care he provides.
Our office provides chiropractic care for a wide variety of patients, including athletes, working professionals, families, children, pregnant women, and people recovering from automobile and personal injuries. Depending on the patient's needs, care may incorporate chiropractic adjustments, soft-tissue therapy, cupping, IASTM/scraping, electrical stimulation, taping, mobility work, and home exercises. We strive to create a welcoming environment where patients feel heard and understand the reasoning behind their treatment.
Why Is Our Approach Different?
At Coastal Edge Chiropractic, we understand that two people with the same area of pain may have very different reasons for experiencing it. That is why we do not believe in providing every patient with the exact same treatment. We take the time to listen to your concerns, evaluate how your body is moving, and create an individualized approach based on your symptoms, lifestyle, activity level, and goals.
Our approach also goes beyond chiropractic adjustments alone. When appropriate, we incorporate soft-tissue techniques, cupping, scraping/IASTM, electrical stimulation, taping, mobility exercises, and home recommendations into care. We also believe patients should understand what we are doing and why we are doing it. Our goal is to work with you—not pressure you into unnecessary treatment or long-term packages—and help you make informed decisions about your care.
Our mission
Our mission at Coastal Edge Chiropractic is to provide personalized, honest, and effective chiropractic care that helps our patients move better, feel better, and live more active lives. We want every patient to feel heard, understand their care, and feel comfortable asking questions about their treatment.
We strive to be a trusted healthcare resource for Pacifica, the Coast, the Peninsula, and surrounding Bay Area communities by treating each patient as an individual rather than simply treating a diagnosis. Our goal is to provide high-quality care without unnecessary pressure while helping patients take an active role in their health and recovery.
Can Your Health Condition Be Helped With Chiropractic?
One of the most important parts of chiropractic care is determining whether your condition is appropriate for chiropractic treatment in the first place. At Coastal Edge Chiropractic, we begin by listening to your concerns and performing an evaluation so we can better understand your symptoms, movement, and overall condition. We then explain our findings and discuss whether chiropractic care may be appropriate for you.
Chiropractic care is commonly used for musculoskeletal problems such as low back pain, neck pain, joint stiffness, certain types of headaches, sports injuries, and injuries associated with automobile accidents. We can also evaluate joints outside of the spine, including the shoulders, hips, knees, ankles, and other extremities. When chiropractic care is appropriate, we develop a treatment plan based on your individual needs and goals. If your condition requires imaging or evaluation by another healthcare professional, we can recommend or coordinate the appropriate referral. We believe patients deserve to understand their options and be involved in decisions about their healthcare.
Why Do I Need Chiropractic Care When I’m Not in Pain?
Pain is not always the first sign that something is not moving or functioning as well as it could. Some people choose to continue chiropractic care after their initial symptoms improve because they want to maintain mobility, address recurring areas of stiffness, or support an active lifestyle.
However, chiropractic care is always an individual choice. At Coastal Edge Chiropractic, we do not believe every patient needs the same treatment frequency or indefinite care. We evaluate your progress, discuss your goals, and make recommendations based on how you are doing. Our goal is to help you become more independent with your health through movement, exercise, and healthy habits—not to make you feel dependent on treatment.
