Coastal Chiropractic

We were looking for a chiropractor in Ventura after moving here about 5 years ago. We happened to walk by Dr. Matt's office and stopped in to check it out. He gave us both free initial exams, x-rays, and consultation. We decided to use him as our chiropractor, and couldn't be happier. He is professional and really knows his stuff. I usually assess a chiropractor's abilities by whether he can tell me my problem spots, not me having to tell him. He nails it every time. He makes you feel very comfortable, gives you practical advice and exercises to do without the need for expensive equipment. He even adjusts (very gently) our 17 month old daughter. He also has massage, so it's sort of one-stop shopping. My wife gets massaged there twice a week, and she loves the massage therapist. We couldn't be happier and I recommend Dr. Matt to anyone looking for chiropractic care in Ventura. more

I had never been to a chiropractor before, so I did my research and I found good reviews for Coastal Chiropractic on other sites, and then a friend gave me a recommendation. I had been having mid-back pain since I had injured myself on a trampoline. After getting my initial Xray I was shocked to see what my spine really looked like, so it made it easy to identify what my problems were stemming from. My neck had no curve, and my mid spine vertebrae were compressed. After following a month of Dr. Matt's treatment and doing a follow-up Xray, it was amazing to actually see the improvement, along with feeling better as well. Dr. Matt is very accommodating, and is super friendly. He'll get me adjusted and ready to go on my next snowboarding trip or just for everyday surfing. It's nice to have a chiropractor to talk about the waves with too. And those days when I come in super sore from whatever strenuous activity I put myself through that week, Dr. Matt takes that into account and works out my soreness and shows me stretches to do on my own. My overall well-being has definitely improved since coming to Coastal Chiropractic. more

I have gone to Chiropractors before, but none of them have ever stuck out in my mind. Most of them never took the time to ""want"" to find out what ailments I had, let alone make me feel at ease. When I was introduced to Dr. Matt, my mind was instantly set at ease. The office has a warm-welcoming, and none of the average stuffiness you will find in most doctors offices. I had an injury to my rib and I had gone to other doctors who told me only time would heal the wound; I even went to get more massages in hopes of making my ribs feel slightly better, and nothing worked. Through Matt, not only has my rib improved by a landslide, but we have discovered some other things that need to be worked on. My posture has improved, and I look to him when I feel any sort of soreness. He has the magical hands, to say the least. more

I have had a persistent chronic headache since 2005 and I have tried everything to help alleviate the pain. I was pessimistic but I had tried everything and I was truly desperate to get some relief. I have been totally amazed at the amount of relief I have received by seeing Dr. Matt. I feel like I have my life back! I actually have days now when my head doesn't hurt which is totally amazing. Dr. Matt is caring and considerate and has a passion for what he does. He has totally changed my life! more

Hate waiting rooms? Don't worry, you can sit on the Adirondak chairs on Dr. Matt's front porch and gaze at the ocean while you wait for him to be free to help. (Warning: the wait is short!) I have been seeing him since shortly before he opened his new office on Main Street. He is caring and concerned, dealing with serious physical debilities in my wrists, shoulders, legs, hips, and back. I always feel better after visits, able to stand straighter and taller and feel more comfortable and less painful. So far, I haven't had a headache he couldn't eliminate or markedly reduce in moments -- something that's incredibly important since I cannot take pain medications. I highly recommend him. He is kind, caring, and attentive. If you have aches and pains, he's the man to see to help you feel better every day. Best of all, he has Saturday appointments for those who have trouble getting in on Monday through Friday. Effective, low impact adjustments make a tremendous difference in living a better daily life! more

Dr. Matt is absolutely amazing at understanding and caring about his patients. I was recommended to him about 6 months ago and he fixed my issue within a short time. more

I have been a patient's of Dr. Matt's for almost a year now. I know for a fact I wouldn't be in such great health and well being if it weren't for Dr. Matt. He has solved a couple of issues that I have seen numerous doctors for, had procedures performed on me that didn't work and in the end were dumb-founded. They didn't know what else to do. When I saw Dr. Matt, he started treating me right away and before I knew it, my symptoms starting going away. To be more specific, one problem that I was seeing Dr. Matt for was that my tailbone was mysteriously hurting for one year. The only time it didn't hurt was when I would stand up. I saw a spine surgeon, had an MRI and CAT scan Had physical therapy. I had an epidural in my spine. WHICH DIDN'T HELP AT ALL. I saw Dr. Matt and he started explaining to me the muscles that surround the tailbone and why it is hurting and gave me a couple of stretches to perform at home. He also performed myo-facial release in the around the tailbone area. It was that easy! No needles, no surgery, just basic stretching. Why didn't any of the other physicians think of that? The second issue was that I had been getting a headache and feeling nausea for two weeks straight. (this was occurring before I started seeing Dr. Matt.). When I saw him, he knew without me saying anything, that there was something wrong with my neck that was causing my headaches and nausea. He is truly a great doctor. He knows more than all three of my doctors combined. He breaks down what is happening to your body in a way that you will understand. He is very knowledgeable, down to earth and trustworthy. Dr. Matt is super energetic, very optimistic, truly cares about your well being, and you feel at home when ever you walk into his practice. It's not your typical doctors office. He is worth meeting in person. You will be happy that you did. more

I have been seeing Dr. Matt for over 1 year after finally ending my 4 year search for a great chiropractor. I was traveling to the Valley to get treatments because I was not happy with any of the chiro's I found in this area. I see him weekly if not twice a week. He has relieved much of my pain and is more than willing to deal with my insurance situation or lack of. I am more than grateful to have found such a great chiropractor and person. He truely wants to make you feel better and cares about each of his patients needs!! more

I am feeling so much better since seeing Dr. Matt for my forward head posture. I've been sitting at my computer for 20 years, and boy, is my neck tired!! Before seeing Dr. Matt, my head felt like it weighed 50 pounds, and my upper back was always so sore and stiff. It hurt to look down to read or write or do dishes, etc. I was just living with it until a good friend told me the great results he was having with Dr. Matt.. I recently had my 3rd X-Ray, and the difference is unbelieveable! I started getting that old-lady hunch, and now I swear I am an inch taller! more

Dr Matt is very good and friendly Doctor. Going to his office clams me down after a long hard day of work. The office environment is very inviting and peaceful. He welcomes you his a warm smile every time you walk in the door. Even if he is busy he will always say Hi to everybody that comes in. Then you get adjusted.... Which makes life even better. I've had back pain for numerous years, seen a lot of Doctors, Chiropractors and specialist. But NO one has helped me more that Dr Matt. He told me what was wrong, what was causing my pain, how he was going to help, and even made a plan of action to get me pain free. I have been going to Dr. Matt for about 4 month now and I'm feeling great. Dr. Matt has save my life!!!!!! more

I herniated a disc in my lower back 15 years ago and thought I was just going to have to deal with discomfort and bouts of pain for the rest of my life. Over the years my back pain spread to my neck and shoulders and recently my hips and knees. I felt as though arthritis, which runs in my family, was setting in. I would exercise which provided relief but never seemed to fully alleviate the constant problem. Dr. Leonard changed everything. After my first visit I, for the first time since my injury, felt completely aligned and pain free; I no longer viewed my physical discomfort as an incurable mystery, and I no longer feel like I am exercising in vain, merely postponing an inevitable back surgery. The positive outlook I've gained spans far beyond simply being happy that I no longer feel I will ever need surgery, I have an enormous amount of energy because I am now free of discomfort in my entire body. Dr. Leonard has single handedly created a new life for me; I try and see him once a week and have become an energetic athlete again and feel fitter and healthier than I did in my teens before my injury. My parents are his patients now as well and it is exciting to watch their quality of life improved. Through his counsel I have improved my diet and nutrition and enjoy all the benefits of better health and fitness. He clearly loves what he does which is paramount for a patient, and I love the way I feel. Pros: fixed what I thought was an incurable condition Cons: n/a more