About
Our Philosophy
Patient Centered
Evidence Based
Rehabilitative
Active Care
Long-term Wellness
About Dr. Espinoza
- Doctorate of Chiropractic
- Masters in Sports Medicine
- ART Certified Practitioner
- SFMA Certified Practitioner
- CF Level 1 Coach
Originally from Castro Valley in the East Bay, CA, I discovered my passion for chiropractic care at the age of 16. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship from Chico State, I expanded my horizons by studying abroad in Australia. That experience inspired me to explore beyond the Bay Area, leading me to pursue my chiropractic education in Portland, OR.
While in Portland, I found my passion for the sports side of chiropractic by completing a Master’s Degree in Sports Medicine alongside my Doctor of Chiropractic. These studies shaped my approach to integrating active care (rehab) into chiropractic care. During this time, I also participated in two service trips to Haiti and embarked on a 40-day solo journey to Thailand after graduation, broadening my understanding of global healthcare.
I returned to the East Bay in 2017 and began practicing chiropractic care, moving my practice from San Ramon to Berkeley in 2018. After gaining valuable experience at another clinic, I fulfilled a dream by opening my own practice in February 2022.
Outside of work, I enjoy Olympic lifting, CrossFit, snowboarding, video games, and catching episodes of my favorite show, Survivor. I’m passionate about helping my patients recover, perform, and thrive in their active lifestyles.
Chiropractic Assistants
About Frankie
Frankie Almeida is a Chiropractic Assistant with a passion for integrative medicine. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Ayurveda. In addition to her studies, she is a Reiki Practitioner, Ayurvedic Health Counselor, and herbal product maker. Their focus on holistic healthcare is driven by a desire to inspire deeper connection to self, community, and nature. Born and raised in the East Bay, they enjoy spending their free time practicing yoga, backpacking, hiking, climbing, and cooking vegan meals.
About Sarah
Sarah is an avid runner and fitness enthusiast. She believes living an active lifestyle is key to maintaining physical and mental well-being. A recent Bay Area transplant from the midwest, she has discovered a passion for running trails in CA and is currently training for ultra distance events. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys exploring the Bay Area and volunteering for her local run club.
Partners
Insurance
*** We can also bill out of network for most PPO insurance. Please contact us for a specific quote on your insurance plan***
What Makes Us Different?
Traditional chiropractic care focuses on the structure of the body, particularly the spine and neck, and utilizes adjustments to heal misalignments in these structures. In most chiropractic dogma, when the body is properly aligned and balanced, it is in a position to facilitate healing on its own.
While spinal and neck manipulations have their place on the spectrum of rehabilitation, Dr. Espinoza and Elevate Sport & Spine believe in a more comprehensive approach based in active care, an evidence-based practice of long-term strengthening, flexibility and mobility work. In active care, soft tissue work and chiropractic adjustments are pain-relieving ingredients that allow YOU to begin strengthening and stretching your own body. In other words, YOU hold the power to help your own body reach its full potential of alignment and balance. With commitment, dedication, and hard work in following your rehabilitation plan, you may be surprised to discover how much your body is capable of. The only caveat is, the only one who can put in the work to make it better is YOU. There are no quick fixes or instant solutions. While physicians, therapists, and trainers are here to guide you through your healing journey, only YOU can show up for yourself to put in the work every day.