Steven L Smith Chiropractic - Steven L Smith

Dr. Smith retired during the Pandemic at the end of 2020, but the office retains the same legendary service and care that keeps me coming back for regular treatment without a second thought. Enter Dr. De La Cruz, who has similarly magic hands, and a sharp Dad joke to boot! A young dad and a very very fast runner, Doc DLC has extensive experience coaching elite level college runners and cross country athletes, and he has brought his expertise to this office and to the Pasadena Pacers.

While I was initially wary about switching chiropractors after Dr. Smith's retirement, Doc DLC quickly made me feel like I'm in great hands. He always knows exactly what I need, and I always leave with that "hurts so good" feeling after my treatments. If you are a runner, fast or slow, newbie or veteran, please see Dr. De La Cruz for all of your running injury-related needs! He'll get you back on the road in no time! Shoutout too to Dr. Rodriguez, who fills in for me when Doc DLC isn't available, and the always amazing therapists and support staff. Always patient, kind, and caring for all of their patients. Thank you!

Earlier this year (2021) in May I was hospitalized through the emergency room a few hours after a chiropractic adjustment performed by Andres De La Cruz at Smith Chiropractic. A few hours after the adjustment I had severe debilitating pain in my neck and shoulders. An MRI and CT scan detected a serious injury to a major artery in my neck- the diagnosis was a "cervical vertebral dissection, with pseudoaneurysm." In short- one of the major arteries in my neck was torn and blood entered the artery wall and caused a bulge in the artery that caused severe pain and risk of stroke.

My neurologist in the hospital told me I was lucky I came in when I did so they could immobilize my neck and immediately monitor me for a stroke. I have a perfect record of health, am in my early 30's, exercise regularly and eat a mostly organic balanced diet. This injury was unquestionably the result of a neck adjustment. I lost 1 month of work because of this injury and have tried to contact my chiropractor but they have ignored me. I am writing this review because I dont want anyone to go through what I went through. I could have had a stroke and lost brain function or even worse.

Dr. Smith is an amazing experienced doctor. He touched my lower back and within few seconds he identified the problem. I have been visiting him and result is very positive. I totally recommend him. The only issue is the front office clerks. Very rude and unprofessional. They treat patients with attitude and no sympathy. I recommend that they should be hospitable and kind. Front desk bad service!

Dr. Kuo is an amazing Chiropractor and so patient and caring. I have always gone to Dr. Kuo when I've needed adjustments and/or therapy and walked out feeling like a new person. I've had situations where I was having difficulty moving/walking from poor ergonomics or prolonged sitting and Dr. Kuo has always helped me start recovery from the first visit with immediate relief.

He is very knowledgeable and assesses the situation right away and gets to the root of the problem which I truly appreciate. Dr. Kuo also takes the time to give advice and has educated me on simple daily exercises and how to be mindful of and correct bad habits so I continue to maintain the progress of my treatments. Thanks to Dr. Kuo's approach and expertise I am seeing significant improvements in my posture and flexibility. Thank you so much Dr. Kuo!

Recently I had been experiencing backaches like never before. My husband recommended I schedule an appointment with Dr. David Kuo and I'm so glad I did! I felt immense relief after my first visit alone. He is very personable, knowledgeable and attentive. I highly recommend!

I went in to see Dr Jerry Rodriguez along with my nephew. We both had some tightness on our Hams and lower back from baseball and weight lifting. He did some great work on both of us. His sports medicine background is truly visible in his works. We will both be seeing him again regularly as we have seen great improvements in our movement and performance.

After a few months of being in a car accident, I was referred to Dr. Rodriguez for my lower back pain. With this accident and being a preschool teacher- I'm constantly on my feet and bending every which way, so my lower back pain became unbearable. After only a few sessions with Dr. Rodriguez, I have definitely noticed slight improvements in mobility and hoping for a full recovery with the sessions to come! He has been amazing and would definitely recommend!

I can't say enough about the excellent care I have received at this Chiropractic clinic. Dr De La Cruz treated me for a most painful sacral bone bruise and my recovery was swift. On a previous visit I received excellent treatment for a dislocated shoulder. I highly recommend the doctors at this clinic.

What's the point of leaving another 5-star review? Well let me tell you. I'm very active in a variety of sports and for over a year I've managed to develop some kind of pain in my foot that really never went away. I've had massages, visited my doctor, visited a podiatrist and tried any therapy I could find. Stretching, physio exercises, etc. The pain came and went and it was difficult to isolate what made it better and what made it worse.

The podiatrist and Google both said the last resort would be surgery to sever a nerve. Something I was VERY reluctant to even consider. My wife had developed her own foot/ankle injury, visited this Chiropractor and highly recommended him. At this point I'd given up on my own situation and thought "What do I have to lose?" Starting a few days after my first visit that included an adjustment, some ultrasound and being hooked up to some other device, I couldn't believe my foot already felt the best it's felt in well over a year.

I honestly can't believe it. Oh and they have free parking. I can't remember the last time I visited any medical professional and didn't get squeezed for another $2 on my way out, lol. It's a small stupid thing, but still a nice gesture.

Dr. Smith is amazing! I started running recently and the knee started hurting. I was devastated, thinking that I wouldn't be able to run for a long time. Saw Dr. Smith, he told me I was wearing the wrong shoes. He diagnosed my biomechanical issue. He wrote me a prescription for shoes at Run with Me. Then Dr. Smith put wedges in my new shoes the same day and, believe it or not, I was up and running the following day. I am still amazed and so grateful that I can keep running. His staff is super nice too. He knows what he's doing. Thank you so much, Dr. Smith.

I'm so happy Dr. Smith is seeing patients again. He is warm, friendly, funny and most of all provides excellent adjustments. The in-office staff are also very hospitable and I feel well taken care of.

This is the best chiropractic office in Pasadena, hands down. I've been a highly active person for the majority of my life--Dr. Smith helped me through a pretty significant running injury with my right hip. He's incredibly knowledgeable and a to-go person for any sports injury. Really happy this place exists.

Ended up coming back due to a pinched nerve in my neck along with stiffness down my back with lack of mobility and flexibility. Steve Smith did an assessment with questions regarding my history and how it came about; first visit consisted of preventative movements and exercises I could do due to the tenderness of touch on the effected area. Several visits later I now have full range of motion along with the flexibility of my back. Definitely recommend coming to this practice as they have not disappointed with many reviews you can also see above and below mine. Thank you again!

I adore this chiropractic office! They are so nice and very helpful. Not pushy at all. Helpful and never in a rush. Appointments are easily fit in, they are extremely considerate and bend over to help you. Thank you to Smith chiropractic people!

Dr. Smith, Robin and the rest of the team really go above and beyond to take care of their patients. I am a long distance runner and need some TLC sometimes. Smith Chiropractic really take their time to understand my issues and leave me feeling empowered. They care so deeply about their patients and look for ways to keep their clients healthy. Thank you for helping my body so I can keep running for a long time.

Amazing customer service, front desk, ancillary services. Very conscientious engaged and extremely knowledgeable and experienced provider, Dr Smith and his team are amazingly Coordinated, sophisticated and engaged. You will walk out of that office in much better shape!

After my auto accident where I got rear ended by a provisional driver, I was referred to this clinic by my attorneys. Super great chiropractors and great connections made! My chiropractor is Dr. Kevin Cressey and he is so outgoing and loves to get to know his patients. He shows an interest in their lives while also explaining how he is giving the patient their adjustment. I leave every time happy because the adjustments help me out so much!

I have had back issues my entire life, an issue that used to be resolved by Osteopathic adjustment. Fast forward too many years and add to the back problems joint issues caused by medical treatment side effects. As many DOs no longer do manipulation, I was concerned about finding a good chiropractor. Like any medical professional, a good one is worth their weight in gold and a bad one can do real damage to you.

Doctor Smith is clearly worth his weight in gold along with his staff and the wonderful Robin. He is sympathetic and talented. I am not a runner and although he has many patients that are, there are many that are not and at all stages of their fitness and health journey. My daughter also has been helped by him as well as my husband. Highly recommend him, and he also tells a mean joke. I am very happy with my treatment and you will be too.

Last Monday, I listened to my body and visited Dr. Steve Smith, Pacer Co- Founder and Chiropractor. - A few weeks prior to the Athens Marathon (mid-October), I sprained my left ankle on two consecutive weeks. - A month later, there was still some lingering stiffness in my left ankle. It would sting on and off when I ran downhill. #nobueno Thoughts racing through my mind.

Do I have a stress fracture? Am I further injuring my ankle by running ~18 miles per weekend plus mid-weeks? I acknowledged that I am not superhuman, and not the best person to diagnose my ankle stiffness. Pacers Dr. Steve Smith, visit his office and you'll understand why. The office staffers - Marco, Franko and Glenda were particularly awesome and caring. - Smith Chiropractic Clinic - 626-792-1221 - 131 N El Molino Ave #180, Pasadena, CA 91101 - https://www.stevesmithdc.com Steve was gentle and firm during the examination: - He began our visit by asking a series of questions to better understand the issue (e.g. when do you feel the pain/stiffness, what level of pain, etc.). Franko, his assistant, took copious notes during our discussion. - Next, Steve started digging into my left ankle to try and pinpoint the reason for the pain. it was tender around the ankle.

The bottom of my foot didn't have any irregular calluses or tension. It ended up being an inflamed fibularis brevis - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peroneus_brevis. It is the tendon that stabilizes your ankle and body, and it is a typical sore point after an ankle sprain. Phew. I could still run. - To better understand my running mechanics, he tested my leg support and reflexes.

A series of targeted presses and pulls that would alert him to any muscular weakness and/or lack of joint mobility. During this portion of the examine, he also noticed that my left lumbar needed an adjustment, and handled it only after asking and receiving my consent. #classy - After applying some pain relieving gel on my ankle, he sent me over to his assistant for some ultrasonic and electro-simulation therapy. Staff: Awesome Time: - I arrived 15 mins early to complete an intake form via iPad. - Dr. Smith saw me at our scheduled time of 4:05pm. - I completed the entire session by ~5pm Parking: Ample, lit and complimentary. be sure to grab a coin from the front desk to open the parking exit gate. Cost: Varies - Covered by some medical plans, check with your provider - Covered by all HSAs and FSAs #Yiamas - To Health in Greek

I've know Dr. Smith and his wife Robbin for almost 20 yrs. and even though I no longer live in the area. a 1 hour drive each way is more than worth all the healing and kindest they have provide me, my wife, my mother in law and friends! They Rock!

Dr. Smith is probably one of the nicest doctors I've seen in my life. I have also seen Dr. Kuo when Dr Smith wasn't available and he was just as great and kind. I have been attending for two years, and had nothing but positive experiences from the doctors and staff. However, last visit I saw Dr Cressy as he was the only person working on saturdays.

He was so disrespectful, racist, derogatory, and so rude towards me that I experienced a panic attack. He told me "your a mess" and "all I care about is getting my full amount of money I deserve" I sent an email to dr smith telling him of my concerns. I never got any response back or any discussion about how dr Cressy spoke towards me. Before I could speak to dr Smith, Dr Cressy calls me and says "I'm discharging you from the office so you can never come back here again". I would recommend any doctor here besides dr Chressy. He is extremely narcissistic and does not care about your health. Stay away from him!

What a pleasure to be in an office that is so well run and friendly! Robin checked me in and was super friendly and funny. She let me know what to expect and I felt right at home. Dr. Smith was caring and asked about my aches and gave me a recommendation for running shoes so I can continue to run long distance. He asked about my personal and professional life while he worked on me.

I feel like he understood my health concerns and me as a person. I also love how they give back to the community with the Pasadena Pacers running group and their neighbors. Looking forward to coming back.

Some people do their career for money, Dr. Smith truly enjoys what he does. His diagnosis and treatment is friendly and informative and in-depth. The facility is equipped and modern. The staff is very friendly but also professional and they know what they are doing. The entire office makes sure patients are treated properly. Highly satisfied with the visits.

Just some other little tid-bits: Free onsite parking is a gem in downtown Pasadena. Seemed focused on building relationships, not just customers. Front office has antique furniture vibe. Back office is modern. Dr. Smith speaks Spanish. Quiz him;-

Dr. Smith is by far the BEST Professional Chiropractor in Pasadena and the Greater Los Angeles Area. I was recommended to Dr. Smith by a good friend who spoke very highly of him. From the moment I walked in his office, I was greeted by friendly, kind and professional staff members including his wife Robin. Last year I had an old foot injury that required therapy and KT taping; which I received and it really helped me when I ran a brutal trail relay race at Griffith Park days later.

This year I suffered from excruciating Metatarsal Foot Pain and Dr. Smith with his expertise in this field made a shoe insole customized just for me that has been God sent and miraculous and has also relieved some of the metatarsal foot pain. Dr. Smith is a true EXPERT in his practice and I would most highly recommend him to anyone especially if you have an active lifestyle and are suffering from injuries or pain and would like to resume to your daily activities. Dr. Smith treats his patients like family and friends instead of just another patient. From the bottom of my heart; THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU VERY MUCH Dr. Smith you are truly one of a kind! With much gratitude. Elena

Dr. Smith was recommended to me by my personal trainer when I was having ongoing low-back issues. He is efficient, professional, caring, and warm. He's knowledgable and keeps up to date with research, too. Best of all, he's effective! I went three years ago (for lower back pain) and was fine; I came back this year because a change in jobs (with more sitting, commuting, and stress) and a new injury provided me with a new need to return.

Apart from the adjustment and therapies, the exercises provided are effective and easy to follow. He's also treated my mom and dad: my mom has suffered from issues her whole life that Dr. Smith easily diagnosed and has been working to help get her better (along with regular exercises and etc). It has had a profound impact on her quality of life--her ability to exercise and move more easily mean that she'll be better able to have a longer, less painful, and more healthy life, which is incredible.

The staff are also all great: an added benefit of seeing Dr. Smith is getting to talk about video games, travel, and working out with kind, caring, and wonderful people. I also had one appointment with Dr. Cressey, who was also wonderful. I have not seen Dr. Kuo, but based on the professionalism and care I've received, I would recommend any of the chiropractors here without reservation.

As a side note, I've had friends who have seen other chiropractors (elsewhere) who give the practice a bad name (all sorts of snake-oil salesmanship and promises, use of unconventional and rather disturbing "therapies"). DR SMITH IS NONE OF THESE THINGS. He's a straight up, no-nonsense, thoughtful and professional practitioner.

Of COURSE everyone gives Smith Chiropractic five stars! They're the best! Knowledgeable, professional and efficient, the entire staff delivers top-notch care with every visit. Dr. Smith's extensive running experience allows him to accurately diagnose and treat athletes and couch potatoes alike. His dedication to improving the health and well-being of the community is apparent, and you'll experience that dedication as soon as you walk through the door.

Took my 8 year old daughter here today. Robin at the front desk and Dr Smith treating her wee the greatest! My daughter had a nagging ankle problem that turned out to be a little ligament damage that has just takes a while to heal. However, the doctor helped her fully understand it, helped with some ointment and massage to reduce the swelling and she walked out practically skipping and sure she will be fine. Can't thank these nice people enough!

Dr. Smith is the best around. I am a professional acrobat and come in often with injuries. Through his therapy I always heal faster then I would on my own and am back in action in no time. He knows what he is doing and is efficient in his work. The office is clean and the assistants are always friendly and kind. Dr. Smith knows hows to take good care of his patients. I highly recommend him.

Dr. Smith is amazing! I am a professional athlete, so my body being at its optimum performance is so, so important to me. When I am injured, sore or just need a check up, Dr. Smith is my go to. He is knowledgeable, understanding and always willing to answer my questions and concerns. I always walk out of his office feeling better in body, mind and spirit. The office staff and assistant are amazing as well.