Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Santa Monica for Personalized Care
Ptak Family Chiropractic has been dedicated to optimizing health and wellness for every patient since 1986. Our commitment centers on addressing real people with real problems, delivering real results through compassionate, effective, and high-quality healthcare grounded in integrity, honesty, and trust. Over nearly four decades, we have observed that while some seek relief from temporary or chronic pain, many desire a holistic approach to achieving optimal health and wellness in all aspects of life. This is why our clinic fosters an environment focused on educating, supporting, and motivating patients of all ages to embrace chiropractic care and experience the benefits of enhanced well-being.Through innovative nutrition and spinal integration techniques, which were initially groundbreaking in the 1980s and 1990s but are now well-established, we have assisted thousands of patients and their families in achieving improved overall health. Our exclusive healthcare model has demonstrated a proven track record of success, combining personalized treatment plans with advanced chiropractic methods to address both immediate concerns and long-term wellness goals.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Spinal Decompression
Nutritional Counseling
Trigger Point Therapy
Flexion-Distraction Therapy
Neuromuscular Activation
Posture Analysis
Corrective Exercises
Migraine Relief
Spinal Integration
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer nearly four decades of experience in personalized chiropractic care.
- Our holistic approach integrates spinal health, nutrition, and corrective exercises.
- Advanced techniques like spinal decompression and Cox Technic ensure effective treatment.
- Comprehensive evaluations and tailored treatment plans address individual health goals.
- Dedicated to patient education and long-term wellness through natural methods.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments correct spinal misalignments to alleviate pain and improve nervous system function. Our personalized approach uses manual techniques or specialized tools to restore mobility and reduce nerve interference. Patients benefit from enhanced overall wellness through improved spinal health.
Spinal Decompression
Spinal decompression therapy relieves back and leg pain by gently stretching the spine to reduce disc pressure. This non-surgical treatment promotes nutrient flow to discs, helping retract herniated material and accelerate healing for long-term pain relief.
Nutritional Counseling
Our licensed nutritionist provides personalized dietary plans to support spinal health and overall wellness. We address autoimmune conditions, gut health, and inflammation through evidence-based nutritional strategies tailored to your specific needs.
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger point therapy targets tight muscle bands causing referred pain. Using specialized tools and massage techniques, we improve blood flow to release knots, reduce pain, and enhance muscle flexibility for lasting relief.
Corrective Exercises
Our corrective exercise programs focus on posture correction, muscular development, and spinal stability. These home-based exercises complement in-clinic treatments to accelerate recovery and prevent future injuries through targeted strengthening and stretching.
People
Jeffrey Ptak
Owner & Licensed Chiropractor
Dr. Ptak brings decades of expertise in chiropractic care, specializing in personalized treatment plans for spinal conditions. He holds advanced training in functional neurology and two master's degrees in spiritual psychology, focusing on holistic health and mind-body connections.
Naz Amini
Nutritionist
Naz Amini, a licensed clinical nutritionist, specializes in autoimmune conditions and gut health. With a master's in human nutrition, she develops personalized dietary strategies to support spinal health and overall wellness through evidence-based practices.
Yesenia Ramirez
Clinic Administrator
Yesenia Ramirez manages front-office operations and patient care coordination. With a bachelor's in kinesiology and ongoing studies in occupational therapy, she supports the clinic's holistic approach to healthcare while providing compassionate administrative leadership.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, migraines, sciatica, fibromyalgia, and other musculoskeletal issues using chiropractic adjustments and holistic methods.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
Yes, our techniques are adapted for all ages, supporting healthy development in children through gentle, non-invasive treatments.
Do you offer personalized treatment plans?
Yes, we create customized plans based on thorough evaluations of your health history, symptoms, and wellness goals.
What is spinal decompression therapy?
This non-surgical treatment relieves back and leg pain by gently stretching the spine to reduce disc pressure and promote healing.
How can nutrition counseling benefit me?
Our nutritionist provides tailored dietary strategies to support spinal health, reduce inflammation, and enhance overall wellness.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a consultation, nerve scan, physical exam, and posture evaluation to create a targeted treatment plan.
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