Chiropractic Care in Foster City, CA
Chiropractic care is for when something hurts and you want relief. At Integral Chiropractic in Foster City, we use precise, hands-on adjustments to restore movement to stiff or restricted joints, calm irritated nerves, and get you out of pain. Every visit is part of a clear plan built from a full exam, with X-rays taken in our office when you need them.
What is chiropractic care?
When a joint in your spine or body stops moving the way it should, the muscles around it tighten to protect it, nearby nerves get irritated, and you feel it as pain, stiffness, or headaches. A chiropractic adjustment is a quick, controlled movement that restores normal motion to that joint. Most patients feel looser right away, and the improvement builds over a series of visits as the body adapts.
Chiropractic care is mainly hands-on. The adjustment does the heavy lifting, supported by soft tissue work and a few simple exercises to help your progress hold between visits.
What happens at your visits:
- Consultation. We talk through where it hurts, when it started, what makes it better or worse, and what you want to get back to.
- Exam. Posture, range of motion, joint movement, muscle strength, reflexes, and nerve tests to find the source of your pain, not just where you feel it.
- X-rays when needed. Taken and read in our own office, the same day.
- Your plan, explained. We tell you what we found, what we recommend, and roughly how many visits it should take.
- Adjustments matched to you. Hands-on and gentle instrument-assisted options, based on your body, your comfort level, and your condition.
- Soft tissue work. Muscle work to release tight, guarding muscles so the adjustment holds.
- Simple home care. A few stretches or positioning tips to keep you improving between visits.
Conditions we treat:
- Lower back pain, including disc-related pain
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Sciatica and pain running down the leg
- Tension headaches and headaches that start in the neck
- Mid-back and rib pain
- Shoulder, hip, and jaw pain
- Pain from poor posture, desk work, or long commutes
- Pain after car accidents, falls, or lifting injuries
Which service is rightfor you?
| If you… | Start with |
|---|---|
| Are in pain and want relief | Chiropractic Care (this page) |
| Are recovering from an injury, surgery, or long-term pain and want to get back to normal | Rehab Therapy |
| Feel fine but want to move better and prevent injury | Performance Chiropractic |
| Are already healthy and want to get stronger, faster, and fitter | Performance Training |
Not sure? Book an exam and we’ll recommend the right starting point.
How we're different:
- More than an adjustment:Â Chiropractic care, shockwave therapy, and rehab are all in one office, so your plan can include whatever actually helps.
- X-rays on site:Â No separate imaging appointment or waiting days for results.
- A clear plan:Â You’ll know what we found and what we recommend before treatment continues.
- Open seven days a week:Â Weekday and weekend hours make it easier to stay consistent.
- A path past pain relief:Â When you’re feeling better, you can move on to rehab or performance care with the same team.
- Flexible payment:Â Financing is available through CareCredit, Cherry, and a 0% interest option.
Areas we serve:
Integral Chiropractic is located at 951 Edgewater Blvd, Suite B, in Foster City. Patients come to us for chiropractic care from across the Peninsula and South Bay, including:
- San Mateo
- Redwood City (Redwood Shores)
- Belmont
- San Carlos
- Burlingame
- Menlo Park
- East Palo Alto
- Millbrae
- Atherton
- San Bruno
- Palo Alto
- Mountain View
- Daly City
- Los Altos
- Sunnyvale
Frequently asked questions
Does a chiropractic adjustment hurt?
How many visits will I need?
It depends on your condition and how long you’ve had it. Recent pain often improves within a few visits, while long-standing problems take longer. We’ll give you a clear plan after your exam.
What's the difference between chiropractic care and rehab therapy?
Chiropractic care is mainly hands-on and focused on relieving pain. Rehab therapy is exercise-based and focused on rebuilding strength and function after an injury, surgery, or long-term pain. Many patients start with chiropractic care and move into rehab.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly online or by phone.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Chiropractic care is a widely used, non-invasive treatment for
back and neck pain. Your exam screens for anything that needs a different approach, and
we’ll refer you out if needed.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes you can move in, such as athletic wear.
Do you see patients outside Foster City?
Yes. Patients come from San Mateo, Belmont, Redwood City, Burlingame, San Bruno, South San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Altos, and across the Peninsula.