Sports Chiropractic

Sports ChiroTherapy ™ - Our Healing Philosophy

The key to resolving chronic injury is to understand the compensations associated with the breakdown in functional movement, structural symmetry, muscle firing, and change in core communication. The Sports ChiroTherapy™ protocol allows identification and alleviation of incorrect compensations, restores structural symmetry, provides proper muscle firing, and establishes proper core communication. This enables the body to create a platform by which we can develop the patients’ return to their highest level of performance.

What is Sports ChiroTherapy™?

Santa Cruz CORE is home to the founder of Sports ChiroTherapy™, Chiropractor Rhodes Walton, D.C..

Dr. Rhodes utilizes the following healing protocol, known as Sports ChiroTherapy™, to yield incredible results.

Step 1: Hanson Manual Therapy

The core theory of HMT is that muscular imbalance is the cause of injuries and decreased performance. HMT utilizes patient muscle feedback with indicator muscle testing to select the primary points of treatment for each individual condition. HMT is unique in that it combines acupressure meridian lines, muscle testing, and trigger point therapy to create a comprehensive soft tissue technique. www.fixpainhmt.com

Step 2: Chiropractic

Reestablishing structural symmetry and function with manual and applied adjustments. Chiropractic functions to improve nerve pathways to neuromuscular connections.

Step 3: Selective Functional Movement Assessment

SFMA is designed to break down the fundamentals of proper movement and to develop a specified exercise program to help re-establish authentic movement, strength, and coordination. Poor movement can exist anywhere in the body, but the brain is responsible for the poor movement patterns. www.sfma.com

The unique combination of all 3 steps allows for the most efficient and long lasting return to optimal form and function

Clinical Services and Treatment

The initial appointment consists of three parts:

Initial Wellness Consultation: one of our Wellness Consultants greets you and does a complete health history and discusses plan for care.
Chiropractic Physical Examination: the doctor completes a comprehensive evaluation which includes a postural assessment, gait analysis, biomechanical assessment, neuromuscular evaluation, muscle strength testing, range of motion and joint mobility.
Chiropractic Treatment: involves HMT, chiropractic, and instruction of corrective exercises and stretches that can be followed up with by our Corrective Exercise Specialists.

Follow-up visits will be based on individual progress with performance and ability. It is our goal to break the cycle of chronic injury and establish a long lasting platform of stability, enabling the patient to return to optimal performance independent of us. We work with the team of practitioners and recommend massage, corrective exercise, personal training, and acupuncture as appropriate.

Insurance

Santa Cruz CORE would be happy to check your insurance card for information regarding coverage. We employ professional insurance billing experts to make this process stress-free and easy for you. Call (831) 425-9500 for a complimentary consultation if you have any questions about rates and packages.

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Rhodes Walton, D.C. Rhodes completed his undergraduate studies at University California San Diego where he earned a bachelors degree in Evolution Ecology. While attending UCSD, Dr. Walton D.C. acquired 8 varsity letters over 4 complete seasons in Cross Country and Track and Field. Over that time Rhodes experienced severe low-back and hip injuries that prevented him from competing in two national competitions. After numerous cortisone shots and medical visits with no results, and after being requested for surgery, he was introduced to a sports Chiropractor that was able to get him mobile, ambulatory, and returned to top strength with great efficiency.

In his final season Dr. Walton, D.C. was able to lead his team as Team Captain and All-Conference finisher to a National competition and followed up in Track and Field by qualifying for Nationals in the 800m, 1500m, and Steeplechase, ultimately deciding to compete and finish as an All-American in the 1500m. Dr. Walton, D.C. continued his education and Athletics at UC Davis, completing his Masters in Nutrition while training with the Olympic development Nike Farm Team. It was then that Dr. Walton, D.C. knew that the combination of proper health and biomechanics were the key to optimal performance. Dr. Walton, D.C. went on to compete at the elite level for a few years before completing his doctorate at Palmer College of Chiropractic West. Dr. Walton, D.C. has received certification in Graston Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Technique®, a system that incorporates patented tools to effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis and chronic inflammation. Also, Functional Movement Systems (FMS), a complete assessment of proper functional movement with associated exercise protocols. Hanson Muscle Therapy (HMT), an advanced manual technique using trigger and acupressure points for immediate relief of muscular pain, tension and dysfunction. It is a diversified system integrating feedback from postural evaluation, range of motion assessment and specific muscle testing to pinpoint areas of myofascial tension. Dr. Walton, D.C. has also completed the advanced level of Structural Functional Mechanical Assessment (SFMA), a dynamic assessment of pain-free movement, with associated exercise protocols to allow functional development at a fundamental level resulting in an organized progress to diversified pain-free movements.

Dr. Walton, D.C. is an avid surfer and very active runner in the community, racing multiple local events a year, and hopes to be a prominent Masters runner. Dr. Walton, D.C. is a father of 3 children, loving husband, and inspires to provide and educate the local community.

Distinctions / Certifications

  • Masters Nutrition UC Davis
  • Board Certified – National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
  • Physiotherapy Board Certified – National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
  • Graston® Technique Level 2 Certified– Graston Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Technique®
  • Hanson Muscle Therapy (HMT)- Full Body certified

Dr. Isabel Eden, D.C. has had a deep calling to be in the world of healing.  It was her experience with a chiropractor that led her down a path of discovery about her own healing and the human body that would change the course of her life.  During her initial visit, she first learned of the body’s innate intelligence and it’s inherent wisdom. This was something she had a sense about, but had never heard it explained to her that way before. She knew instantly that she was in the right place. Shortly after stepping foot in that office, she began her journey to becoming a Chiropractor.

Dr. Isabel received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life Chiropractic College West in 2018. In addition to chiropractic, Dr. Isabel has trained in Reiki, trigger point therapy, cranial sacral therapy, perinatal and pediatric chiropractic, and is Webster certified through the ICPA (International Chiropractic Pediatric Association).

She is a lifelong student and loves learning about anything related to the body and nervous system. She also enjoys playing tennis, spending time in nature and doing yoga. 

Dr. Isabel sees her role as a Chiropractor as a facilitator of your healing journey. She is passionate about guiding people to connect to their body and their own true nature within.

Testimonials

Elizabeth C.
Dr Rhodes Walton is phenomenal in his Chiropractic practice. He is able to realign me instantaneously without a hitch.
Clarke B.
Scotti is extremely encouraging, and the routine he has formulated keeps me feeling capable and motivated to continue coming back week after week. I'm already seeing results after just a few sessions with him.
Sandra K.
Dr Rhodes was incredibly knowledgeable and his adjustments definitely worked as I felt much better.
Bailey F.
Everyone working was friendly and made me feel comfortable.
Gaybriella I.
After seeing Rhodes, I have more movement in my shoulder today than I've had in months. Rhodes not only works on me but gives me the tools to improve my own situation. I really appreciate that he empowers me to help myself.
Linda N.
Rhodes is the best! Listens, assesses, addresses.
Sharon S.
Rhodes allows me to keep running and push myself.
Catherine B.
Dr Rhodes is the best.
Willie M.
Great service, wonderful facility!
Nina D.
I love the professional courtesy and expertise! The staff at Santa Cruz CORE are helping me to learn better health and confidence while winning the battle for strength, longevity & endurance.
Scott E.
Chiropractor and Acupuncture guys are great.. Staff very friendly!
Maria T.
Dr. Rhodes, Really helped me heal my after surgery for a chronic knee injury.
Amy O.
Great professionalism, and I felt relieved that the Dr. helped diagnose the root causes of the symptoms I had been experiencing and gave exercises to help my body become balanced again.
Sharon S.
The staff is very welcoming and Dr. Rhodes D.C. keeps me running! I don’t think my running would be at the level it is now without his treatment.
Lisa T.
I had a great experience!
Sarah D.
I used CORE's Hyperbaric Chamber and loved it! It was a nice, peaceful break where I could relax and let my mind rest. Not only that, it left me feeling energized afterward! Thank you, CORE, for bringing this to Santa Cruz, and at such an affordable price compared to other practices!
Samantha M.
This is awesome! This therapy helped me recover neurological function and advance the healing process after brain and organ damage from a life-threatening illness a few years ago!
Ida G.
The staff is very knowledgeable of the equipment which is reassuring when in the hyperbaric tank!
Heidi A.
I was able to get an appointment quickly and the treatment worked. My back felt MUCH better the next day. Thanks!
Andrea W.
Great care and friendly service.

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