O’Hara Chiropractic

Simply the Best!!!
While I was not expecting a miracle, Dr. O’haras magic hands and Gonstead experience provided immediate pain relief and allowed me to get back to work. After a series of treatments, I was amazed that my back was free of pain and now, I am so glad I see her on a regular basis and look forward to our «spinal tune-​ups» adjustments. The office is great, the staff are courteous, and Dr. O’hara really cares about the patients.

I saw a chiropractor growing up, and while he was a nice man, I had no understanding of the importance or purpose of what he was doing to my spine. It wasn’t until I started experiencing shoulder pain that I sought out chiropractic treatment again, and I am so thankful that a friend referred me to Dr. O’Hara!
Dr. O’Hara is passionate about what she does, but she is equally passionate about educating her clients on what she does. She doesn’t treat symptoms, she treats the source. When I came to see her for my shoulder, she adjusted the ball back into the socket. But the pain didn’t cease until she treated the real issue, my spine! After a few months of seeing her, my shoulder pain is completely gone. Not only that, but I have a greater understanding of how to improve my health and quality of life for years to come. I’m so thankful for Dr. O’Hara! And will be a client of hers for years to come.

Dr. Lori Ohara is a master at her gonstead technique. Every year she is voted the best chiropractor in the area, but I didn’t truly know what that meant until I visited her office. The office is comfortable and clean, usually offering tea and fruit upon entry. The girls at the front desk are also very kind and helpful. After injuring my back in a severe car accident and seeing many different chiropractors, Dr. Ohara stood out from the rest because she truly cares about each of her patients and will do everything she can to help the injury and ultimately your entire body. She not only got rid of my pain, but also gave me the best advice on ways to prevent common injuries in the future. Did I mention her adjustments are excellent?! Basically, if you want a Dr. who cares about you where you are not just another number, see Dr. Ohara and you’ll be so happy you did.

This is a friendly office with caring staff. Dr. O’Hara does see a lot of patients back to back, but she always makes sure to explain her adjustments and offer her expertise with any ongoing issues. She is very knowledgeable, and is always up to speed with the latest health and nutrition research. Very positive and energetic!

Dr. O’Hara is one of the best Gonstead chiropractors out there. She has help me tremendously with structural issues in my neck back and with chronic aches and pains. She’s also the best at adjusting extremities! Her goal is your overall health and the health and structure of your spine. Dr. O’Hara will go above and beyond for your health. She helped me find a reputable, experienced Gonstead chiropractor in the North County San Diego area as well and I even texted her during my European vacation for info regarding my back for a Gonstead chiropractor in Amsterdam. I try and squeeze in an appt. with Dr. O’Hara whenever I am in town, she is that good!

This is an incredible office that is always working on improving their system and being more efficient to provide more and more love for their patients. It has been a privilege to be a part of the staff here, I was not just another employee, I am part of the family and it is a blessing. I have also been a patient and can say that Dr. Lori Sender-O’Hara follows the Gonstead protocols and gets results! She looks at the whole picture and is so genuinely committed to achieving optimal nervous system function so you can live at your full potential! I am grateful for her hard work and dedication to servicing. She takes care of patients from all ages, sizes, conditions and stages. If you are looking to improve your quality of life, I recommend stopping by or calling the office to get your nervous system checked here! You will not regret it!

Very disappointing. In one breath I was being told my spine looks great. The next I was told I needed 3 visits a week for 12 weeks… AT LEAST. Reception really puts the pressure on to schedule the next appointment by claiming limited availability. I really felt like grist in the mill. Dr. told me not to get a massage, but I did, and felt better immediately. I just didn’t feel like the doctor was trying to fix me as much as get me back for another appointment.

I almost had a two star experience here, nearly waiting for an hour after my set appointment time. After getting an explanation that two emergency patients were rushed in, I soon understood and my anger subsided. After the wait, I was seen very quickly. The examination took no time at all as Dr Ohara was very friendly and talkative. What set this review to five stars was when we were taking X-​rays, I began feeling light headed/​ill and asked to take a break. Within seconds, Dr Ohara went out to get me some water and gave me an entire basketful of pumpkin bread to take home. I could tell she really cared, so I will be coming back soon!

Dr. O’Hara is a kind, compassion, amazing, knowagable doctor who genuinely cares about her patients. Her office staff is very helpful and always smiling. I went to her with excruciating low back pain. I am happy to say that I am now «pain-​free» thanks to Dr. O’hara, and can now get back to my active life style that I so enjoy. It is so difficult to find a dedicated doctor who listens and understands your needs. I feel so grateful to of found Dr. Ohara!

I had 2 experieces withthis chiro office. First for my neck, which after a few months of visits, i had better rafe of motion. I moved away from the area which is how I stopped seeing her the first time. I moved back & 3 years ago had some back pain that was debilitating. I revisted the office since shes the #1 voted chiro in area. The technique wasn’t working for me this time around, my pain didn’t go away & the adjustment would just go back out of place almost as soon as I lef, but i felt stuck in the «3 adjustments a week» & at least once, 2 visits in a day, routine here. The front desk girls are trained to keep you on a schedule & after one visit where I sat in the dressing room waiting for 15min or more for the client beig worked on to stop talking, I got my things & left for my physical therapy appt (the physical therapists also suggested I take a break from chiropractic). The front desk girl called me later to see what happened, asked me to reschedule & when I said no, I’ll call when I want an appointment, she was very rude & told me I had to make an appointment cause one might not be available. I have not been back since. It seems that after 6 – 12 visits & your pain isn’t better (& you have not had an serious injury) it’s time for the Dr to tell you to try something else.
So I did try another chiro which, directional non force technique by Serena Singer in town for 2 visits & physical therapy. After a few weeks of those 2 things, coupled by reduced stress, my pain went away. Years later, I still see Serena Singer when needed, not as scheduled. It also turns out, whenever I get serious back pain like that, it’s my kidneys, not my spine or muscles.
So although this is a reputable technique (gonstead) & chiro, it isn’t for me.

Dr. O’hara is amazing! She is so sweet and full of energy. After 3 adjustments I am already feeling so much better. I would recommend her to anyone.

I blew my knee out in karate. It sounded like a handful of firecrackers going off when I landed and I knew this would be the end. I weigh well over 200 lbs and wrenched my knee so much that the kneecap was on the side of my leg. I called my Chiro the next morning, on her day off (but she gives all her patients her number in the event of emergency). She scheduled me immediately (within a few hours), took an X-​ray to see what the situation was, set my leg (OUCH!) taped me up, and gave me strict instructions to follow. It is now 6:45am on the 3^rd day following her adjustment and I am walking around with only minor irritation… yes, I am still following the instructions and am not completely healed yet. I have another appointment scheduled in a few days. This incident is not the first «miracle cure» this doctor has performed on me.
I am not one who is prone to migraine headaches. I Never had any severe headaches until an incident a couple of years ago (and I am well into my 50’s now). A couple of years back I got a headache so severe that I thought I was going to die.
I skipped Dr Sender and went directly to my GP (knowing I might have some «brain thing» going on)… the GP immediately sent me in for an MRI, and gave me a prescription for pain killers (of course)… the MRI (and this is my running joke) showed nothing in there… desperate, I then went to Dr. Sender, described my symptom, and she told me this is a classic case of an «atlas misalignment» … she adjusted me, and I IMMEDIATELY felt relief… not total, but VERY substantial. I was then scheduled for several more visits and have NEVER had this issue return. I am prone however for this issue (probably due to a previous injury of which I can site several), so I do get my atlas adjusted several times per year…
All this is to say I am completely convinced that this doctor, and the Gonstead method of Chiropractic is SPOT ON. I try to convince my friends, but most scawf because «everyone has the best chiro»… right? Well… this one is the real deal folks.

Dr O’Hara has changed my life. I had a hard time concentrating, pains in my neck, wrists, and lower back. I had a hard time sleeping because my neck would ache. I finally decided to go to her through a recommendation by my colleagues. She took my X-​rays, explained the importance of maintenance care, and explained that this will take time to fix because the injuries have been there for too long. I felt much better after the first adjustment. Now, my neck rarely hurts, my wrists are no longer in pain, and I gained back some flexibility with my hips. She’s a lifesaver! I highly recommend Dr. O’Hara.

Lori provided great service and a very friendly atmosphere. I recommend a visit.

I used to work for Dr. O’Hara, and as a former employee, I can honestly say that no one has more integrity and genuine concern for your health, and well being, than Dr. O’Hara.
She is not just any old chiropractor, and I wish I still lived in the Santa Barbara area, because the work she did on me probably saved me many years of suffering. Go in and see her, you won’t be disappointed.