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Performance Place Sports Care & Chiropractor in Costa Mesa

5 (199) 1525 Mesa Verde Dr E Suite 108, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, United States

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Chiropractor
Personal trainer
Rehabilitation center
Sports massage therapist
Sports medicine clinic

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Costa Mesa, Orange County, California, US

Phone: +1 714-502-4243
Site: https://p2sportscare.com/

Opening hours

Monday:9 AM–7 PM
Tuesday:9 AM–7 PM
Wednesday:9 AM–7 PM
Thursday:9 AM–7 PM
Friday:9 AM–5 PM
Saturday:8 AM–12 PM
Sunday:Closed

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Total reviews rating 5

199 Reviews for Performance Place Sports Care & Chiropractor 2024:

Review №1

2024-06-30 18:58:55

Dr Gonzalez was very knowledgeable and professional, and he helped challenge me to show me I could do more with my body (planks on knees and work on squats and hip hinges) for my chronic hip pain issues. He’s great at accommodating and providing modifications . Pleased with the communication and dedication from him and the team. The handouts of the plan they give are super helpful too.

Review №2

2024-06-18 14:42:01

Sebastian has been so helpful trying to resolve my back issues. I herniated my lumber disc 18months ago and for the first year I was scared to lift anything, even a bag into the car. Sebastian has helped me regain my confidence to the point where Im now at the gym with a PT lifting some weights. Sebastian helped create a bespoke training plan for my problem, with increasing intensity when the time was right. Sebastian is very knowledgeable on back & hip issues and is able to clearly articulate what was going on. I am based in the UK and having video calls was highly effective, so dont feel that it has to be face to face. I would highly recommend Sebastian

Review №3

2024-05-16 16:32:14

I cannot say enough good things about Dawn at Performance Place Sports Care and Chiropractor. I have been working with her remotely for about 3 months now. I have struggled with herniated discs for over 15 years. Everytime I leave our sessions I am pain free and with more techniques to use for my everyday life to keep me pain free. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone searching for a pain free alternative after trying many conventional methods.

Review №4

2024-05-08 21:15:58

Great recovery training workout. Having issue with right groin and abdominal area have had great results getting stronger and more flexible with a reduction in pain and fatigue. Getting ready for the 2024 masters world weightlifting championships so training time is a premium to getting recovered and prepared for the work ahead. Sebastian is doing a great job very very knowledgeable!!🙏🙏🏋️‍♂️

Review №5

2024-05-02 17:03:18

I do virtual training with Performance Place to assist with mobility in my hip - I live in a rural part of the US and wasnt able to find similar quality of help in person nearby. Their programming and virtual assessments have been great. The app they use is easy, payment is simple, the instructions are clear.I do an hour session each month and it has greatly improved my mobility - Im able to do things that were previously not possible and by following their guidance my athleticism continues to improve. I highly recommend working with them.

Review №6

2024-03-25 17:30:41

My son is a high school runner and has felt various growing pains and calf pain for over a year now, and was referred to Mandy by his high school running coaches. Mandy is a runner and coach herself, so she has a lot of experience and knowledge as it concerns to running. She really helped my son identify areas that were weak, related to his strength, balance and lower body and took a lot of time at every session to focus on creating a plan to not only help with the pain, but give him tools to proactively help with running preparation and managing moments of pain in between. You can tell she really cares and wants her clients to be successful in their sport. My son made a lot of progress toward health and I highly recommend Mandy as we are grateful for the experience.

Review №7

2024-05-23 19:52:04

I had a consultation with Sebastian yesterday over the phone in a zoom call. I immediately was impressed with his knowledge and attention to details. I fully torn my ACL in 2022 playing basketball but been suffering from a partial ACL tear since 2018 playing soccer. I was meeting with Sebastian to go over my options and to see if I can improve with his help to the level of playing sports again and “gracefull mobility” as I like to call it. (Running, jumping, landing and dancing)After assessing my knee movement and my MRI Sebastian informed me that I’m better off with a surgery and gave me a few questions to ask a potential surgeon before getting under their knife which we as very generous and helpful. All in all I feel like Sebastian is a fair and honest person and I would definitely recommend him to my own family. He also referred me to a post op rehab place that specializes in knees. That’s how awesome he is.

Review №8

2024-05-15 18:14:22

I’d struggled with chronic low back pain and hip pain for years. Inhibiting my progress and gains inside and outside the gym. Within a couple weeks of implementing Sebastian’s exercises and protocols into my routine, I was effectively pain free and stronger than I had been in years. I’m excited about my physical potential again. And looking forward to working with Sebastian as we implement more and more advanced techniques.

Review №9

2024-03-27 23:38:17

If you are looking for results, this is the place to go. I have been to lots of physical therapists, and I dont believe any had the depth of knowledge Sebastian has. Some were not helpful at all.The thing I wanted was to learn about why my back was having so much trouble, develop a few go-to First Aid tools and some basic exercises to build myself up. This worked perfectly at Performance Place.For me, the cost was significant, but not disproportionate to significantly reducing back pain after two visits and a month on the protocol. I am thrilled to be able to concentrate on something other than pain. In my opinion, money is useless if youre miserable. However, this would not be a tool I would use for hand holding, as that would be cost-prohibitive for me. Also worth noting: a bad physical therapist is worth less than zero.Sebastian is as sharp of a tool for physical therapy as I have encountered in what has unfortunately been a two decade journey in the space. If you are tired of not understanding whats happening with your body, do yourself a favor and go see them.

Review №10

2023-08-13 04:58:25

My Miracle storyAfter a work injury in 1992, I have been dealing with debilitating upper and lower back pain. I have been seen by numerous orthopedic specialist, physical therapists, and chiropractors. All of which could not help me or would prescribe medication to mask the pain. I eventually learned to live with my pain.This past April, I scored passes for the Half Dome Cables (five years of trying!) My family and I began our training for the hike and as bad luck would have it, I had a bad surfing accident and was diagnosed with a torn hip labrum. I was told I would need surgery and 3 to 4 months of recovery. The pain was such that I had to have morphine to get through it and knew there was no way I would be able to even make it from parking lot to the trail head.I came across videos of Dr. Sebastian on YouTube and decided to give him a call. All I can say is, I felt like the Karate Kid meeting Mr. Miyagi.... My first appointment was LIFE changing. I came to see Dr Sebastian with what seemed to be an impossible goal and left with assurance that they would help me reach my goal of completing the hike, PAIN FREE!For one month, Dr Sebastian and Des, put together weekly programs for me to follow. The training was intense and every week I felt stronger and healthier than I had felt since my initial back injury. They were so supportive and caring... every week was a new goal towards my success to completing the hike.July 24, 2023, my family and I hiked and climbed up the Half Dome cables. I will not going into detail but that was an incredibly difficult hike! While I was tired and exhausted, I did not have one bit of PAIN! No back pain or hip pain.... calves yes, but I had no pain otherwise!I can honestly say that had it not been for Dr Sebastian and Des, theres no way I could have achieved my goal of that incredible hike. I will forever be so grateful for their help.If you have pain MAKE THE CALL! They will change your life... do not wait! I only wish I had found Dr, Sebastian and his team 30 years ago. Thank you from the bottom of my soul.

Review №11

2024-06-21 08:03:53

Thank you Mandy for helping me solve my groin and hip pain initiated by disk herniation. You were amazing through all our online sessions, you provided me with the right exercises and movements for my issue. It was such a great remote experience with you!

Review №12

2024-03-09 15:29:08

Working with Dr. Sebastian (and his associates Matt and others) at the Performance Place was a transformative experience for me. His magical approach not only alleviated my lower back and related pain but also prevented the need for more invasive treatments like contrast MRI. With accurate assessment and diagnosis Dr. Sebastian provided simple exercise routines that acted as natural pain killers and were easy to integrate into my daily life, offering immediate relief whenever I needed. (No side-effects and No prescription necessary.. lol) He always had innovative tricks up his sleeve that fascinated and surprised me on how effective they were.Sebastians guidance was invaluable, especially his belief in the power of recovery of a human body. Embracing his simplified approach, sound psychology and aligning my belief with his belief in my ability to recover were key in my recovery ❤️‍🩹 process especially during setbacks. In a few months of guided therapy I have returned to my favorite activities like long hikes and golfing.What sets Sebastian apart is not just his skill as a physical therapist but also his role as an educator. With a wealth of knowledge and experience shared through email newsletters, books, blogs, podcasts, and videos, he offers extensive resources that further support and inspire his patients.Ive reclaimed my favorite activities with the confidence and resilience his treatment has instilled. I highly recommend Dr. Sebastian and his team at the Performance Place to anyone seeking physiotherapy.

Review №13

2024-05-14 12:05:54

Without the internet I would never have had the ability to connect with Dawne and become injury free in such a short time. I had struggled with high hamstring tendinopathy for way too long and thought I was never going to get my full functionality back and would probably need surgery. After my first session with Dawne, my pain was quickly alleviated. After my second session, I felt confident I would actually be able to return to pre-injury status. I am now working toward full recovery without needing surgery. Mind you this is all being conducted virtually. I am grateful for Dawnes expert advice and direction. I searched long and hard and finally found a great PT to work with. I look forward to continued progress.

Review №14

2024-01-16 19:33:01

I went to see Mandy Wainfan for knee and hip pain that has hindered my running for months. After a thorough examination we did some specific exercises to help with lower back issues. After each exercise regimen she had me run a couple strides to see the results. We did this several times, each time the legs pain was reduced. We then did some therapy and after she showed me exercises to do on my own before each run and more to do regularly throughout the week. The work and advise Mandy gave me has allowed me to run again. Great experience with great results!

Review №15

2024-04-30 00:26:03

Dawne is amazing! I was diagnosed with a 9mm herniated disc. I wanted to avoid surgery and didn’t want cortisone epidurals to “see what would happen.” It was too risky. In my research of PT practitioners, I found Dawne. And, she was able to do zoom calls which was really important because I was extremely limited in my mobility due to severe sciatica. Dawne was patient, encouraging, thoughtful in her approach, caring…. The list goes on of her amazing traits. She was able to help me work through my frustrations and pain. I was able to become more mobile by appx 3 months. By 6 months, she had me doing strength training. At almost the year mark, I’m pretty much back to my original mobility. The most important part is I avoided spinal surgery and spinal cortisone epidurals. I really could not have accomplished any of this without Dawne’s knowledge and support.

Review №16

2024-06-25 02:04:59

Helped me get through my injury and even more. They help you get in a spot where you dont get injured as easily. The people there are incredibly sweet and awesome. Would 1000% percent suggest to other people

Review №17

2024-01-12 16:58:27

Yesterday was my first visit seeing Mandy. I thought I knew what my issue was, and she had a different diagnosis I never considered. She spent an hour with me, doing exercises and tailoring a treatment plan for me. I still cant believe how quickly her treatment worked; I went in with a limp, and I left pain free. She told me the pain would return, and what to do when it did. This morning I got up, did the exercises she prescribed and was able to run pain free. Thanks Mandy and Performance Place! Highly recommend!!

Review №18

2024-01-14 00:44:54

Hello there! I worked with Mandy Wainfan after being introduced to her by a friend. I have been an athlete all my life and a few months ago I injured my back, it was at the point where I couldnt move at all without pain. Thats where Mandy comes in, I have never seen a chiropractor before, But I would highly recommend Mandy and Performance Place Sports Care & Chiropractic, because she changed my life. The pain was at the point where it was really changing me leading me to feel really worn down and a bit of a jerk. After seeing Mandy I am completely pain free! I was doing stuff with her I had never encountered before and with her guidance and care my life has been completely changed!

Review №19

2024-03-06 22:20:23

Sebastian and his team are extremely knowledgeable and precise in their methods of finding and understanding the root cause of your physical issue/pain, and then administering an effective treatment plan that provides real results quickly. In addition the staff is extremely warm and welcoming. I highly recommend.

Review №20

2024-04-29 17:48:23

I’ve been worning with Dawne and she’s so kind and knowledgeable. My condition is ongoing but since seeing her my knee & back pain has improved as well as my ability to walk. I highly recommend coming in and getting checked out if you’re in pain!

Review №21

2023-12-13 22:31:57

I found the Performance Place and Sebastian while perusing YouTube in search of ideas and methods for reducing pain in my right hip as a result of 50 years of surfing. While I have a touch of Arthritis in my right groin area (which is another issue), I was having issues with the outside of my right hip (and lower back) and wasnt sure how to address it.After meeting with Sebastian for the initial consultation, I agreed to embark on an eight-session program. Each session was slightly different in the sense that we spent time at the beginning of each session to see where I needed work at which point Sebastian along with the assistance of Matt, would delve into area specific massages, stretches, bands, weights, etc., that would mitigate the pain and then develop a specific routine to follow until the next meeting which would strengthen the area(s) in need.The eight sessions were stretched out over a three-month window where we would meet weekly for the first four weeks, followed by three sessions every two weeks and then a final session the following month.In the end I have noticed an improvement but most importantly I came away from this time with an arsenal of exercises and routines to address the ailing parts of my body and at 63 years old, every bit helps. The best part though is Im easing back into surfing with less pain which is the most important.Many thanks go to Sebastian and Matt.

Review №22

2024-05-22 16:11:02

The friendliest and smartest staff around! Devoted a lot of time and effort to pinpoint my area of pain in the shoulder and then created a game plan to get me back to full health and get me back onto the field. Shoulder feeling much better now.

Review №23

2024-05-23 21:12:20

I’ve interned here for the past year and have really been able to hone in on my rehab and coaching skills. The hands on learning with patients and resources made available to expand my knowledge have been invaluable in my last years of grad school.

Review №24

2023-11-01 14:37:13

After years of pain and agony, not being heard or listened to by my doctors and therapists; I found my way to Performance Place Sports Care & Chiropractor. Do not let the calm comfortable environment of their office fool you, These folks mean business!!After just one appointment, I feel I had more concerns addressed than in the previous 3 years.The entire time I was there, it was one on one, hands on, while actively discussing what is being done, how it should feel, and what the goal of the exercise or stretch or method of therapy is aiming for.At the time of this review, having only had my initial evaluation and one appointment, I know without a doubt that my recovery will now be greatly improved and accelerated.If you are in pain, suffering, aching, feeling like you will never get better. Never get rid of the pain. Call this clinic, talk to Dawne and her staff.

Review №25

2023-12-06 17:27:06

We are so grateful to Performance Place for identifying the source of our ballerinas pain and providing her with exercises (homework!) to improve her issues and keep her dancing! The team here is incredibly knowledgeable and hands-on and are doing amazing work. I highly recommend them for any higher level athlete who needs advanced physical therapy and athletic training to keep their bodies at optimal performance. Total game changer! Thank you!!!

Review №26

2019-08-29 05:56:00

Dr. Sebastian has literally changed my life this past year. I feel so lucky to have found him while training in LA this past winter. He treated any injury I had and prevented countless more from ever happening. I’m training 25+ hours a week for track and field (my event is heptathlon) and I was constantly having something nagging at me in my knee and hip areas. I first went to him after suffering an injury to my hip flexor. I thought I was going to be off training for weeks yet four days after seeing him I was running full out again and competing in meets two weeks later. Sebastian did an assessment of me and then used his skill and coaching to treat me with exercises which balanced out my muscles and stabilized my motions. Besides the injury I went to him to treat, other almost chronic pain I’d had for months disappeared. I got much stronger and faster under his care and this was basically a by-product of him getting my body to utilize muscle groups better and adapt to certain movements better. Unfortunately, my career in track has me pushing the limits of performance and when you do this, injuries can still happen. I suffered a leg injury late in the track season this year. By this time I had moved back to Vancouver and I visited four different doctors and experts here to try to figure out what the issue was. No one could solve it and six weeks later I was still not able to run. I called Sebastian and he gave me some exercises to try as an alternative to the treatment I was getting here and ten days later I was back on the track training again. Next time I get hurt I’m getting on a plane immediately to fly back and see him. There is no one more capable and no one who is a finer person than Dr. Sebastian Gonzales. Many thanks!!

Review №27

2019-12-05 23:35:24

Looking for a back pain specialist? I have done the research for you. I conducted extensive research into the leading science, research & practitioners for back pain. My research led me to Dr. Gonzalez. Only a few specialists offer the kind of rehabilitation program he does. Only a few percent of back pain sufferers engage in this type of program, and yet it has the highest success rate of all attempts to recover. (If youre curious, read the book Crooked or Stuart McGills books on back pain).I did this extensive research because I thought my life was over. I had seen dozens of specialists, had many different medications, interventions, diagnoses, and spent thousands of dollars.A week before I visited Dr. Gonzalez I couldn’t walk further than a few meters without pain and had intermittent excruciating pain for 18 months.He spent 2 hours diagnosing me comprehensively. Then, predicting (correctly) what would make me feel more and less pain. Finally, I know that I have nerve compression on the left-hand side of my body.Within one week, I am off all drugs and know-how to switch the nerve pain off in a few minutes, I am squatting, and power walking at least a mile every day. This is the best gift I have ever received. I have my life back.🙏I am writing this review for others. Anyone with back pain who lives anywhere near this facility, GO! Dr. Gonzalezs knowledge is honestly unparalleled. I recommend him to everyone I know.

Review №28

2024-01-16 04:34:12

They really work with you and make sure you are doing the movements correctly which is important in order to get the best results.Sebastian is great! Been going for over a year and I’m always learning better spinal hygiene, as he likes to put it 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

Review №29

2023-01-31 01:35:55

After 2 years going to 2 orthodontists, 1 neurologist, 3 physical therapists, 1 chiropractic and 1 acupuncturist and no one being able to help me, I found about Performance Place Sports Care & Chiropractor. My pain was in my upper back, I felt burning and stiffness every single day. Dr Dwane was so kind and patient, I finally saw the light at the end of the tunnel starting my treatment with her. It’s been 4 sessions and I feel so much better already. I am beyond thankful and I truly recommend them.

Review №30

2024-01-18 00:07:48

Mandy helped me so much! I hurt my back at work lifting something, and after weeks of lingering pain, Mandy’s care and expertise finally helped the pain go away. I highly recommend working with her! Thank you Mandy!!

Review №31

2022-05-19 18:37:05

Sebastian and his team at Performance Place are amazing. Ive been working with Sebastian for almost 3 years now for a low back injury. Ive worked with other PTs in the area and I can definitively say that I get the most attention and care with Performance Place. Sebastians approach to my injury has been to push my limits, but in a way that is still safe. Ive been progressing more each week with his help. Hes always available for a chat or an email, and hell even check in from time to time on his own. I truly feel that I am being looked after and cared for when working with him. I 100% recommend giving him and his team a shot!

Review №32

2022-08-24 02:02:13

I would highly recommend Performance Place. Dr. Sebastian and the staff are incredibly knowledgeable and professional.After sustaining a lower back injury during exercise I was left with severe sciatic pain that removed my ability to function normally in day-to-day activities. I had multiple professional opinions on my injury but Dr. Sebastian picked up on the problem right away. Within 1 session he was able to create a plan to correct the issue and help prevent it going forward. I was pain free within a week, and have been steadily regaining the mobility and strength I had prior to the injury.Dr. Sebastian and the staff have helped me rebuild my confidence with exercise and I couldn’t be more grateful!

Review №33

2024-04-26 16:42:03

Mandy and Sebastian are great very friendly and their knowledge of the body and how it works is amazing. I always feel better after a visit.

Review №34

2022-11-22 19:58:26

My wife and I went to see Dr Sebastian & Dr Dawne for our low backs. We both have disc bulge issues. It’s been a long road and we are lucky to have found them. The whole team of therapists are knowledgeable & encouraging. They are very personable, professional and have a passion for what they do. In just a few visits we have both seen excellent results. Sebastian has pushed me through some big fears of movement and showed me I’m more capable of handling loads & movements than I thought. He’s excellent at assessing & knowing the right treatment for your individual needs. I have excelled more in the few weeks I’ve seen him than I ever imagined. I still have work to do, but I know that I’m in the right hands. I work at Trader Joe’s which is a job of constant standing, squatting, bending, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling and lots of walking. I wasn’t sure if I would be able to return but now I have hope & can see the light at the end of the tunnel. My wife loves working with Dr Dawne. She got her out of pain right away. She helped her find the triggers that caused her pain, manage the discomfort from her sitting job, and figured out her problematic imbalances which are already improving. We are both very grateful for them & the whole team!

Review №35

2022-11-27 14:46:59

I highly recommend Performance Place! Its so difficult to find a sports physical therapist when you really need one (its hard to plan ahead for this sort of thing.) I got an appointment within 24 hours with Dawne, and she was fantastic! I was sure my hip flexor strain was going to keep me from running for weeks, but through a video appointment she showed me some exercises to try, and encouraged me to continue running. They worked like a charm, and I didnt have to take any time off from running at all! The next time I have any issues, Ill definitely call Performance Place.

Review №36

2020-12-29 05:16:31

I am a 61 year old female. End of Oct 2020 I started having pain in my left hip flexor and groin area. We had been hiking all over the Southwest and West Coast during the summer and finally I got to point where soreness became pain. In prior years, I had been to a few Chiropractors where I live in the Phoenix area but, they focus on the spine twists and I did not want to do that. I found Performance Place Sport Care and did one office visit (on a trip from AZ to the Northern CA) where Dr. Sebastian was able to show me how to do a first aid to reduce the pain immediately and start some exercises to strengthen my muscles. He was very thorough (no spine twisting) and took time explaining my issue. I never felt rushed. I have continued all my follow up visits on line. During each session we review my progress and make appropriate changes. He is able to show me the exercises and then watch me perform them to make sure my form is proper. If there is any discomfort we make the necessary adjustments immediately. Dr Sebastian is able to show me the appropriate movements and strength training exercises using the limited number of things I have in my home and this actually works very well. Happy to say I am able to get back to my activities, started hiking on some new trails and my flexibility is better. If you are not able to do an office visit, I feel the online visits are still very valuable and will help. He knows his stuff and he cares about making sure you get well.

Review №37

2023-05-22 02:51:23

I had a great experience working with Dawne. I’m a long time back pain sufferer, and also very physically active. It seems like I have had a major flare up every couple of years. I am used to battling back, but wanted to expand my knowledge and hopefully avoid flaring up as often.I have had one surgery about 17 years ago, and I am trying to avoid a second.We met weekly, then every other week, and then monthly as my recovery progressed - all meetings were virtual. I had some doubts at first, but they went away as the help and exercises Dawne suggested worked so well. After 8-10 weeks, I’m pain free, playing golf and working out with no problems. And I feel like I have some tools to maintain, as well as a plan on how to handle flare ups when they occur.I would highly recommend giving this type of help a try, especially with Dawne or Seb. They know their stuff, and they can help you get back on track.

Review №38

2021-01-26 19:32:19

Ive been suffering from high hamstring pain since February of 2020. Ive been to 2 doctors and 2 different physical therapists before I happen to find Performance Place Sports Care and Chiropractic videos on YouTube. I was thrilled when I learned the clinic was close to me. It was simple to make an online appointment.On my first visit, Dr. Gonzales had me go through various movements and exercises and was able to identify the root cause of my issues which was my back/discs. After just a handful of visits, Im more mobile than Ive been in almost a year. Sebastian is amazing in his ability to try different exercises and if one doesnt provide any benefit, he moves on to a more effective movement. He isnt set on one path to recovery and tailors each visit based on how my body responds. I cant wait to get back to running and cycling!

Review №39

2022-09-09 18:03:33

I am so grateful to have found Dr. Sebastian. I am a lifelong athlete who likes to push his workouts. About 18 months ago I started having lower back pain. I kept working out and assumed the pain was just a sign of getting older and close to 50. As the months progressed, the pain became worse and at times unbearable. It got to the point I could not walk up stairs easily, I shuffled my feet, and could not do a majority of the workouts that I enjoyed.I went to my Chiropractor and Acupuncturist and was only provided temporary relief. I would not have found Dr. Sebastian if I had not been attempting to self diagnose my issue through the 1000s of Youtube Videos about lower back pain. I was convinced it was my Psoas muscle. I came across a video of a therapist at Performance Place and realized they were in Costa Mesa...so I decided I would give them a try. If you are in pain, go see Dr. Sebastian. I was hesitant to signup for an appointment due to the cost and he doesnt take insurance. I mistakenly assumed he was just another chiropractor and that I had already gone that route. I really contemplated going due to the cost. Looking back on it now and how far i have come in my recovery, I would pay 10 times over what I paid if I had known I could be fully recovered without any medication or surgery.He has such a unique approach to his craft. I have been to physical therapy before and thought I knew what to expect. His intake assessment was unlike anything I have ever experienced. It was so thorough and he spoke with a level of confidence but I was still skeptical. He had one of his PT interns explain exercises and stretches I had never seen and then sent me home with a workout list and some videos to remind me of the exercises and told me to come back in a week. I came back to my followup appointment with such a significant improvement and reduction in pain. A new set of exercises and off I went home to continue my progression. Next appointment pain had gone from sometimes an 8 to a 1 or 0.I am now 2 months into my program at Performance Place and I feel like Dr. Sebastian has given me my life back. I have absolutely zero back pain. We have identified movements that created a small flare up and have moved on to working on other muscle imbalances that may have caused some of the initial back issues. He puts 100% effort into every appointment I have had with him and I leave every time feeling grateful for his guidance. Make that initial appointment...it may change your life like it did for me.

Review №40

2023-03-16 03:08:39

After only four sessions with Sebastian, I have made amazing progress. This is probably the best investment in my health I have ever made.He demonstrates how to do each exercise properly so that you get the maximum benefit for your efforts.Thanks to him and his staff, I am on the road to recovery without having to suffer surgery and the risks associated with it.RL

Review №41

2021-10-19 18:43:41

I am fairly active individual and was practicing my golf swing, when I did something to suddenly cause a nerve issue on my right side. Initially, I tried to massage it with a roller, used a roller on my back, and used a massage gun to ameliorate the situation. Nothing was working and it was getting worse to a point I could not even walk. And when I was moving, I could only go about 25 feet, because the pain was so excruciating. I then contacted a personal training friend of mine who worked with me for a couple of sessions and while I could walk for a few hours after a session, the pain would come back and the reward of walking was getting shorter and shorter.So the trainer recommended I go see Sebastian. A big reason I was willing to see him, was that my trainer told me that Sebastian’s answer is not to immediately try and adjust my back. Instead he give me and had me do exercises to help focus muscles to in my case activate more to help with the problem. After doing a short focused review of me by me attempting to do a few things from walking to standing, he had me focus on a few exercises and found me a relief position, so I was not in pain.Now after a few sessions with Sebastian, I am walking fine and feel comfortable to take on a daily life again. And none of this was done through a manipulation of my back or any prescribed medication. In fact, I did not even take any aspirin.Now everyone is different in this world, but for me the methodology and practical aspect of how he worked with me was I believe one of the best treatments, that has become something that I can easily follow to a continued active life. If you are looking for a practical, thoughtful, and non medicinal way to alleviate nerve/back pain, please go see Sebastian, you will be very happy with how he works with you to alleviate your issues.

Review №42

2020-11-04 22:40:45

Dr. Gonzales is one of the best clinicians, and the best sports chiropractor that I have ever met! I’ve been fortunate to learn from him through various workshops over the past couple of years, and now I am lucky to intern with him at Performance Place during my last year of Chiropractic school. Not only am I learning a lot of clinical pearls that will help me provide quality care as a future chiropractor, but he is also showing me the importance of effective communication and patient empowerment. I have worked, interned, and shadowed in a number of Physical Therapy and Chiropractic offices, and the quality of care that Dr. Gonzales provides for his patients is the best I’ve ever seen! If you’re looking to get out of pain and back to whatever activities you enjoy, then Dr. Gonzales at Performance Place is your guy!

Review №43

2022-05-10 20:41:21

I came to Performance Place for some help on a calf strain I sustained while competing as a strength athlete. Many questions were asked and I was encouraged to share as much info and details as possible which in turn made diagnosing easier. Lots of mobility and strength tests were utilized as part of the diagnosis process. The process was very through and then we went to work. Within a month the pain subsided and mobility was completely restored. They gave me homework (exercises to do) which I think is expected. I think the reason why Sebastian and his team are so successful is because they fix the issues and then teach prevention tactics so the issues don’t come back. The team was very professional and had good attitudes. It was enjoyable to work with all of them. Since they teach you prevention and resistance tactics hopefully itll be awhile till I see them again.

Review №44

2021-06-09 01:00:37

Wow! The Physical Therapists at Performance Place are LIFE CHANGERS. You know youre at a good place when they repair you and send you on your way...no extra sales techniques or prolonged treatment plans. I came here after experiencing a L5 S1 disc herniation in my spine. I was in a car accident, where I was rear ended and it completely limited my ability to bend over and even pick up a light laundry basket. After trying 2 different chiropractors with little improvement; I found Performance Place. They thoroughly assessed my injuries and started me on a customized treatment plan. With in 2-3 weeks I was getting back to lifting weights and feeling improved mobility. By weeks 5-6 I was cleared to do just about any physical activity. I really thought I would be severely limited after my accident and was told by multiple doctors that I would be... I am so thankful that I met the team, specifically Sebastian, Marylou and Jared! They have helped me heal and regain my active lifestyle. Wishing everyone that works there many blessings!

Review №45

2023-03-15 15:43:50

Dr. Seb and his team are miracle workers! They have a unique, unconventional way of diagnosing and treating aliments that can be life changing. They provided a customized exercise plan (and homework) to help treat the root cause of the injury (knee and then back for me) and then developed a plan for maintenance to help keep a healthy body. Ive been to many chiropractors and PTs over the years and Performance Place Sport Care & Chiropractor far and away exceeds expectations to get you back to optimal health.

Review №46

2022-05-23 21:02:45

Highly recommend visiting Performance Place if youre experiencing any body ailments or injury related pain. Sebastian does a tremendous job at understanding the full picture and then designing either a program, exercises, or rehab care specific to you. In my experiences most places other places could only treat my issue whereas Sebastian seemed to fix it, or at least allow me to move forward. For example, he taught and tweaked my form so I could get back to performing modified deadlifts with zero pain, something I wasnt able to fix elsewhere, for well over a year. I have some more obstacles to work through and Im looking forward to continuing my progression with Sebastian.

Review №47

2021-10-19 23:39:31

This is the fourth and final stop in my one-year search for sciatic pain relief. I was struck by Dr. Sebastian Gonzales’ knowledge and authority when I watched his video on lower back pain, and I booked an initial session. After the examination, I received a diagnosis, which made me certain enough to book multiple visits – it was the best thing I could have done. My care has been precise and technical, but also compassionate – and, most important, the results have been effective and lasting. Having the tools to remain pain-free is now a reality, and I am regaining strength and stability with therapy customized for me. If you have been getting the runaround from various practitioners, and want real results, this is the place. The hour drive each way pales in comparison to the solid benefits that I have received. Thanks very much Performance Place Sports Care!

Review №48

2021-02-24 01:38:09

I had been having pain in my hip and groin area for months and had had an MRI done, while also visiting several doctors and chiropractors. As a dancer, I was really frustrated that nothing was helping to feel like I was making progress towards being able to fully dance again. As soon as I met with Dr. Gonzales for our first virtual session, he had me do several exercises and was able to diagnose the pain to be an issue with my lower back. I was so impressed with the way that he treated my hip issue by taking whole body approach and not just looking at it as an individual problem. By addressing the back issue, and also strengthening my torso and hips, I have been able to see tremendous progress in getting back to doing what I love and being free of the nagging pain I had had. I was also impressed with how easy it was to do our sessions virtually! He is great at watching to make sure Im keeping correct form, while also giving great visual guides for finding more tension or contraction for certain exercises. Dont let the fact that you do not live nearby stop you from scheduling an appointment with him! I highly recommend Dr. Gonzales for anyone who is seeking to see significant change and freedom from pain in their body!

Review №49

2022-09-13 23:45:06

I found Sebastian online (I highly recommend his podcasts, YouTube videos, and ebooks) during a bout of lower back and hip problems, and he has been really helpful. I’m 65 and still exercise and surf a lot, and want to continue as long as I can.I had Sebastian assess me and help me start a personalized program, and I’ve had good results after a month of working on my own. He honed in on what I needed right away and is incredibly good at explaining things. He’s really helped me strengthen my weak areas, and address pain thoughtfully.These guys are mature and know their business. Super glad to be working with them.

Review №50

2020-02-04 17:45:38

My son experienced increasing lower back pain throughout his sport season. We saw an orthopedic who referred physical therapy. The first PT used STEM and massage to work through the issue labeled as a strained muscle. The pain never fully healed and in fact got worse. A friend recommended Performance Place and it was the best decision we could have made. Dr. Gonzalez took his time with his evaluation and explained why he thought our son could have a stress fracture. I was really impressed he moved his schedule around to get us in the day I called. Dr. Gonzalez is very knowledgeable, experienced, and runs a great office. He and his staff are VERY personable and really deliver the treatment needed. I would definitely recommend Performance Place for any of your needs as they were the only therapist that could explain what was wrong with my son and fix the problem.

Review №51

2021-10-19 23:47:07

Dr Gonzales is brilliant with an uncanny ability to correctly diagnose and treat; I believe he is truly gifted. I visited his office after suffering through a major car accident leaving me in unbearable pain and unable to walk.After putting me through a series of assessments, then ordering a CT scan to confirm his diagnosis, he began his magic. But dont think he wont make you work in your healing! He and Dr Dawn gave me unique and challenging movement exercises to be done in the office and at home, always making sure I was able to with correct form and no pain.The office is run super efficiently, and with these two doctors at the helm, you can trust youre in the best hands!

Review №52

2022-01-07 20:32:30

Sebastian and his team are the best! I have gone through all types of therapy for my back over the last 5 years. After working with Sebastian and his team I am pain free and have exercises that I can use to help me stay strong and maintain my back. I came in completely crooked and in pain after my first visit I noticed a huge difference. What I liked best about my experience is that they customize their care specifically to my issues and are very thorough. I am glad that I found them and cant say enough good things about them.

Review №53

2018-12-10 20:05:41

If you are active and are in pain, I highly recommend you go visit Dr. Gonzalez. I started running half marathons 5 years ago, but it became more and more difficult due to knee and hip pain. I came to see Dr. Gonzales to see if he could help me with my pain. He didnt simply fix my pain through adjustments, but he gave me tools I can use to make my body stronger. After working with Dr. Gonzales for a few months, I was able to run my first half marathon without any KT tape on my knees. I didnt have pain in my knees or my hips while I was running. He is continually showing me new exercises to strengthen my weak areas so that I am not always in pain.Since my knee and hip are doing much better, he has been helping me with a snowboarding injury in my neck for the past 9 months. This is taking a lot longer since Ive had chronic neck issues since I was in middle school. I have learned to manage my pain as well as strengthen that area so that I can continue my active lifestyle. I can confidently say that I am entering my 40s stronger and healthier because Dr. Gonzales has shared so much of his knowledge on how the body works and what I can do to be stronger.

Review №54

2019-04-30 16:59:42

I was looking for a chiropractor online and stubbled upon Dr. Gonzales and his practice. I was dealing with a numb shoulder. It was painful and woke me up at night when I rolled onto it. I was actually waking up about 10 times a night for a good week before I decided to call. I had no idea what to expect since Ive never go to a chiropractor before but I expected to have my neck adjusted a few times a week till I was better. This was far from what happened. Dr Gonzales helped me build strength with in my shoulder and upper back which helped my shoulder feel better within less than a week. A few months lasted I went on a fishing trip to Hawaii and was able to pull in a Marlin! No shoulder troubles at all. My low back also hasnt hurt in a long time either. Just an added bonus I didnt expect! Id recommend Dr Sebastian highly. He cost more than most and insurance doesnt cover but its worth getting my life back. Thanks again! I love that hes in Huntington Beach cause I live close by!!

Review №55

2021-11-09 16:59:57

I had the opportunity receive mentorship from Dr Sebastian and Dr Dawne. They are by far some of the best doctors in the area and they will not disappoint. Performance Place will always have a place in my heart.

Review №56

2016-09-06 22:50:22

I have been a patient of Dr. Gonzales since 2014. He has successfully treated me for neck, shoulder, back, hip, and foot injuries. He truly is great at what he does. I am a very active person and have come to depend on his wisdom, care, and advice over the years. Dr. Gonzales is extremely knowledgeable about the body, mobility, athletics and the injuries that may result from being active or inactive. He is a student, and teacher of his field. Prior to 2014 I tried therapist after therapist for back pain. I would leave their office feeling fine and within hours experience horrible pain again. A friend recommended Dr. Gonzales and after my first appointment he advised me I had a hip injury. He began treating me to the diagnoses along with guiding me through resistance training, and within 6 weeks I was running and weight training again--pain free! Everyone needs a great and honest therapist and Dr. Gonzales is that person for me. He has a great bedside manner, a clean and nice facility, and a great staff. I appreciate his high level of care and enthusiasm to help me be injury and pain free. Thank you.

Review №57

2022-01-02 20:33:39

Could not speak more highly of Dr. Gonzalez and Performance Place as a whole. After an accident back in 2016, I was still experiencing some lingering mid back pain. I saw Dr. Moore and he was extremely attentive of my history and what I wanted to accomplish with my treatment plan, which was refreshing in comparison to the numerous physical therapists Ive seen in recent years, many who either ignored the complaints of pain or simply treated with the same exercises I was already doing in the gym, that werent really helping that much. After my first day with Dr. Moore I was finally able to achieve a pain level of zero for the first time in years. I love the active approach we took in my treatment and how I now have specific tools to use to get out of pain, along with exercises and a plan to keep moving forward. Could not be happier with my experience!

Review №58

2023-07-31 22:01:15

Sebastian and company diagnosed a pain issue (first session) that numerous practitioners missed over many years. I bought a package, thinking I would probably need more sessions, but was a new person before the initial sessions were completed. Performance Place has a top spot on my gratitude list, I think about them often.

Review №59

2020-12-28 20:07:06

I give five stars to Dr. Sebastian Gonzales. He made a big difference with my back pain. I have been dealing with my back pain for 3-4 years. The pain stopped me from racing and riding my road bike 200 miles a week. I sought different doctors, therapist and even PRP injections in my spine. They didnt make much of a difference. Instead I developed bad posture and movements that it kept me in pain. So I was stuck in a perpetual cycle.Dr. Gonzales approach is simple and easy to understand. After about 3 visits, I started to feel better, able to tolerate more exercises and reduced the flare ups. 11 months later Im over 95% pain free. I can now ride my bike and run while I continue to do my prescribed workouts at home. Even if my back flares up, its much more manageable as he taught me techniques to deal with it.I highly recommend his team! I wish I had met him sooner.

Review №60

2018-04-27 18:46:09

I have been working with Sebastian for ~20 months now on a regular basis. Many years ago, while experiencing extreme lower back pain, the spine surgeon I was working with suggested I try Active Release Technique (ART), a specialized form of the chiropractic discipline and recommended a doctor in the area. I took his advice and my experience was remarkable, within 3 sessions I felt much better and was done. Though from time to time I would experience a relapse, in early 2016 the pain became excessive and I once again sought out an ART specialist though closer to home and came across Dr. Gonzales. While certified in ART, Sebastian tends to mix in more traditional techniques (I believe) and I’m pleased with the results. He believes in blending in conditioning and core strengthen exercises along with the treatments to help stabilize and strengthen the body and correct bad techniques (for walking, sitting, squatting, carrying, twisting, etc.) to effect a more permanent improvement in the pathological condition. Sebastian and staff work with you closely, every session to ensure the form for the various exercises are correct and work with you individually throughout the session. The atmosphere is relaxed and you’ll exercise at the pace comfortable for you. Dr. Gonzales is generous with his time and patient in answering questions. I believe he enjoys sharing the knowledge that will be essential to mitigating the pain and correcting the malady. All in all, a very positive experience for me though be forewarned, you will often have to endure some pretty corny jokes!

Review №61

2023-06-29 00:01:18

I have succeeded in my goals of pain relief and better stability in hips and legs, after working with Dawne my personal trainer. My next goal is to increase strength of the problem areas and dance without pain. Thank you so much this is a real breakthrough after years of physical therapy. Aileen

Review №62

2016-03-25 18:42:09

Dr. Gonzales is great! Ive had pain in my shins after running for over a year before I decided to come in and get treated by him. Its taking a bit longer to heal than I had initially anticipated (but thats because Im just too eager and still have a lot to learn) but its the best that ive felt in a long time. He genuinely cares about your goals and is overall a nice person. Also, I drive from LA every week and its totally worth it. I highly recommend him!

Review №63

2020-02-21 18:40:52

Doc Sebastian is the best! He has helped me twice in the past for a couple of small injuries and he was very helpful. He explained what was causing my pain and gave me solutions to help me feel better. He also gave me a timeline of how many treatments I would need to start feeling better and it was always better in less time. Currently I am seeing him for my lower back pain. I have always had chronic lower back pain and just thought it was hereditary and that I would eventually need to have surgery as several other family members have done. A few weeks ago I tweaked my back at the gym somehow and could hardly stand up straight or walk or sit without pain. I was researching doctors to consult for surgery when I remembered how much Doc Sebastian had helped me in the past and figured I would give it a shot before going the surgery route. After one session with Doc Sebastian I woke up the next morning and was able to walk with much less pain. And after following his suggestions during the first week I felt almost back to normal before our next session. I have continued to work with Doc Sebastian to strengthen the areas that support my lower back, and I feel better than ever. I have never felt so positive and hopeful about my back issue and cant thank Doc Sebastian enough. Hes a lifesaver! I would definitely recommend Doc Sebastian to help you if you have any pain issues!

Review №64

2020-09-13 23:11:40

Dr Gonzales and his team solved my chronic low back pain. He took extra care, attention and time to plan a 12 week rehabilitation for my injury.Ive been dealing with back pain for several years, so, I made an appointment with the orthopedic. After my experience with the orthopedic, I left not feeling like anything could be resolved- nor did the issue the orthopedic told me was what was causing my low back pain. I was referred by a previous client of Dr Gonzales, and it was the best experience! He was able to identify the issue within the first 20mins. Im a very active person, doing olympic lifting, crossfit, MMA, kickboxing, etc. I was very nervous that there would be no light at the end of the tunnel do to my injury and Dr Gonzales reassured that as long as I keep up with my strengthening exercises he gave me to do at home, I would be back to normal in no time and the small lumbar disc herniation would be healed. Thank you Dr Gonzales and your team for the outstanding experience! I left knowing that heavy weight on my shoulders would be lifted.

Review №65

2020-11-09 23:18:35

If you’re ever in pain or in need of a little movement medicine, Dr. Sebastian Gonzales at Performance Place Sports Care & Chiropractic is a fantastic option for you. I am a chiropractic student and let me tell ya, it is difficult to find a skilled doctor willing to educate and train students. Those of us that have had the opportunity to take one of Dr. Gonzales’ workshops or classes is very fortunate. He has such vast knowledge and ability to teach, he even has an informative podcast for fellow doctors, students and patients. I 100% recommend giving him a visit!

Review №66

2020-09-22 16:39:46

This place is AMAZING! Ive been to a lot of chiropractors, and Sebastian is by far the best. I was dealing with right shoulder pain that was painful when doing downward dogs and arm workouts. Within 2 sessions, Dr. Sebastian was able to get both of these to become pain-free! I can now perform shoulder workouts and yoga without any shoulder pain at all. Other doctors had told me to rest it, and it will go away. They didnt even tell me what it was! Sebastian was able to quickly diagnose the problem and give me a plan of attack. He performed some light-adjusting to my midback and gave me home exercises to do. They worked like a charm! Best chiropractor in Huntington Beach and probably Orange County!!! I cant wait to see what their new Costa Mesa office is going to look like!

Review №67

2023-08-31 19:28:07

I would love to start off with thanking Dawne for showing me the way!! I had some horrible neck/headaches I was dealing with. Dr. Dawne really took her time to work through and show me how to properly alleviate the pain from these areas, with proper stretching and strengthening movements! Thank you so much for all the help and for also taking the time to educate me and helping my body as a whole!

Review №68

2021-05-21 16:04:14

For a period of eight months dating back to last summer I had been experiencing right elbow pain caused by playing baseball.The pain — a sharp burning sensation directly on the tip of the bone on the inside of my throwing arm — occurred whenever I threw a ball with velocity. The pain would last a few seconds, then go away.I love playing baseball so I did lots of stretching and band work every day hoping that would help alleviate the discomfort. However, the problem persisted.I had recently met Dr. Sebastian Gonzales through my baseball activities. Sebastian believes most arm issues originate from the neck, and he encouraged me to visit his office for a diagnosis.The Costa Mesa clinic is more like a sports rehab lab than a typical stagnant chiropractor’s office. It is a very comfortable environment.On my initial visit, an intern named Max, under the supervision of Dr. Gonzales, performed what he calls “face pumps” (not as weird as it sounds) to manipulate my neck.He also led me through a series of exercises designed to stabilize my shoulder and neck so the problem doesn’t return.We’d then go out to the parking lot to play catch in order to test my arm. I would explain what I was feeling. We would then go back inside and repeat the routine.By the third go-round, my elbow pain had significantly subsided and I was able to throw the baseball farther and more forcefully than I had in many years.On my follow up visit, Max again did face pumps, and added in a few additional drills, which I continue to do at home.Both Sebastian and Max have a unique understanding of sports injuries, and they know exactly what type of body adjustments work best to treat a particular injury.Now, just three weeks later, our adult baseball season has resumed and I am thrilled to say that my elbow pain is gone and I am throwing the ball with plenty of oomph behind it. My elbow is no longer a concern.At age 58, I thought I’d have to “retire” from playing baseball, but the work of Dr. Seb and his P2 Team has allowed me to continue playing… pain-free!If you have any type of sports-related injury, I highly recommend a visit to Performance Place Sports Care.Mark Meyers5/21/21

Review №69

2020-09-23 21:08:03

Dr. Sebastian changed my life. He is not your average chiropractor. And sometimes you might not even think you are at a “doctors appointment.” He is warming, comforting, and easy to speak with. He also is really amazing at what he does, and uses movement as his main therapy. What is awesome is that he shows you WHY you are in pain. He will critically assess and implement a plan that allows you to have full control OUTSIDE of the clinic, and not just rely on passive treatments. I am beyond grateful for Sebastian, he has given me the knowledge and confidence to train without fear and most importantly, pain free! Best doctor in Southern Cal! Thank you Dr. Seb!

Review №70

2022-09-06 21:27:34

I had on and off lower back pain for 10+ years and spent countless trips to the chiropractor and lots of $$$. Adjustments always provided temporary relief but never fixed the issue. I found Sebastian online and set up an initial video call to discuss my symptoms. I did the 12 week program and followed it exactly and have not been back to the chiropractor for lower back issues in about a year. This was the actual fix I have been looking for and it worked!

Review №71

2022-09-23 21:41:42

Over the past year I’ve had the honor of interning at Performance Place Sports Care and Chiropractic. Dr. Sebastian is one of the few chiropractors who takes the time to teach students how to be effective, efficient, and professional healthcare providers. His guidance is invaluable.Dr. Sebastian and Dr. Dawne are trustworthy, knowledgeable, and caring! Their examinations are thorough and their treatment methods provide lasting results!! Words cannot express how grateful I am to have met Dr. Sebastian and Dr. Dawne!

Review №72

2023-01-31 00:56:59

Dr Dwane was an angel in our lives, seriously. My husband was in pain for more than 2 years in his back (the doctors didn’t find or solve the real problem even after tons of exams) and we were just hopeless when we found their video on YouTube. My husband was very skeptical at the beginning (totally understandable after 2 years in pain) but since day one, Dr Dwane was incredible with him, she was professional, patient, he finally felt heard and since the beginning of the treatment he already improved a lot! We’re so happy and grateful for Dr Dwane incredible work. Highly recommend with no doubt.

Review №73

2022-04-04 04:55:41

This is a hidden gem in Southern California. After years of struggling with Sciatica and spending thousands of dollars on Chiropractic, Sports Therapy, Acupuncture and the like. Sebastian has been able to relieve my pain in a matter of months. With the first visit having relieved my pain from a 9 to a 4. And those of you who know sciatica know that drop in pain is extensive. Keep up the good work my friend. I am firm believer your approach to functionality and pain relief is much needed.

Review №74

2016-05-18 00:52:14

Amazing doctor!! I am a Physician and have seen numerous chiropractors and physical therapists over the years for chronic back issues. Unfortunately no one was able to provide me with long term relief until Dr. Gonzales. At the first visit he quickly analyzed my issues and put forward a clear plan on how to fix them. What is fantastic is that he creates realistic programs that you can continue at home with only periodic need to follow up with him. I have to drive about an hour one way to see him and its well worth the trip. Ive been seeing him for about three months and my back has never been better! Previously I would avoid certain activities for fear that it would mess up my back. Now I can do whatever I want! I cant thank Dr. Gonzales enough and have recommended him to all my friends.

Review №75

2019-10-03 01:03:55

Dr. Gonzales helped me avoid back surgery. I was diagnosed with a herniated disc in my lower back. The protrusion was so severe, the disc shifted and was causing intense pain in my ribs. On a scale of 1-10, my pain level was a 12. With the help of Dr. Gonzales, the pain level dissipated to a level of 2 within two weeks. Two weeks after that, I was practically pain free. I would not have been able to regain my range of motion, strength or a comfortable level of movement without his skilled help. I have since resumed all of my regular activities including Salsa and Swing Dancing with my wife as well as welding and camping which are two of our other favorite pastimes.Thank you Dr. Gonzales, you rescued me and restored me to full health.With Sincere Gratitude,Stephen Miranda

Review №76

2023-06-01 01:23:24

Dr Sebastian always keep me moving forward! Got me back to 100% in less than two months and is always there for me when I have a flare up with my back. Most reliable and smartest physical therapist I’ve ever met!

Review №77

2021-07-04 22:26:44

My family had two excellent experiences with Sebastian and his team. I had injured my back weight lifting. After 3 or 4 sessions I was able perform the exercises they gave me and soon became pain free.My son had pain in his collarbone when he ran. After 3 sessions he was pain free.

Review №78

2022-05-26 20:57:01

Recently, Dr. Sebastian Gonzales led a 6 month workshop for chiropractic students called AAA. During these workshops we were challenged to think outside the box and apply things we learned in school to real life scenarios. I can confidently say that Dr. Sebastian is super knowledgeable and confident in what he teaches. If you are a chiropractic student looking to gain more knowledge, challenge your critical thinking, and improve your coaching skills then Dr. Sebastian is your guy.

Review №79

2022-10-12 22:58:38

Dawne is absolutely incredible. Reduced the severity of my chronic nerve pain in my leg and Lower back within a few visits. After 2 months of visits and some time doing the prescribed exercises on my own the pain is gone completely. I’ve finally been able to live a pain free life. Cant recommend scheduling a visit enough!!

Review №80

2022-01-28 18:44:07

I’m based in the UK and would like to sincerely thank Dr Dawne Constantino and everyone at Performance Place for the excellent support and guidance I’ve been given to bring to a close my severe L5S1 injury with nerve and mobility issue. I would encourage anyone interested in seeking help from Performance Place to do so - even those outside of the US like me as the quality of help I’ve been given through virtual sessions has truly blown me away. No other sports physiotherapists have come close to the knowledge and skill they provide. Dawne provided tailored exercises and routines based on the latest research and science. This consistently gave me the results towards my recovery. They can do the same for you.As context I was lifting weights for over 15 years before my injury happened in my 30s. I’ve previously had private medical help with doctors, other physiotherapists and a chiropractor in the 5 years that followed. They only ever brought me to 50% recovery and a message that I would never be able to lift heavy again or fully recover without surgery. This was not true, thankfully Performance Place agreed with me, and gave me the help to fight back and work through my plateaus to get my strength, flexibility and confidence back.

Review №81

2020-07-06 17:19:33

Ive had consistent lower back pain for the past 6 years that ranges from a dull ache to excruciating to the point of tears. Im only 29 now but have felt severely limited, holding back from having a completely active lifestyle for fear of severe flare ups. Ive gone to many chiropractors in the past, with most just looking to give me temporary relief in the moment.When I came into Performance Place, I knew immediately that they were focused on long term strength and relief, not just short term solutions. Dr. Gonzales was very attentive in listening to my history and experience, while also empathizing with my feelings around it and how much my pain has led to severe anxiety as well. He spent time extensively assessing my current state and explaining what is going on in my body in a way that is not completely hopeless (like other doctors who pretty much made it seem like I can never be cured of feeling the pain). The very first visit he gave me simple stretches/exercises to do at home and within a week I was able to feel stronger and more stable.Now having done a follow-up appointment and been given even more strengthening exercises, I feel like I have a plan of action that is productive. I still have a long journey ahead of me and although I am yet to be 100% pain-free, I can already feel the shift in my body...muscles growing stronger and anxiety dwindling over what I thought would be lifelong inevitable pain to always deal with. I am eager to continue working towards strengthening my body and gradually incorporating activities into my lifestyle that I thought Id have to give up forever.I definitely recommend Performance Place, theyre focused on long-term strengthening and care, not just band-aid solutions!

Review №82

2022-03-28 19:44:01

Dr. Sebastian,I must report that Im amazed at how Ive been feeling since starting your treatment.I couldnt start it until Sunday but Ive been religiously doing what you taught me. With only a few days of the exercises and treatment, I was able to sit in my office chair almost the entirety of the day today in zero pain! This doesnt typically happen unless I take aleve. I didnt even notice how comfortable I was all day.I still feel the pain when I bend over and Im definitely still doing the choreography when putting on shoes or pants, but Im very excited about being able to sit in a chair without pain. Im typically in pain after about 20 minutes of sitting so this is huge to go all day.Im excited to continue the healing process.Thanks so much!!

Review №83

2019-10-07 03:21:55

I have been working with Dr Seb for a couple months now. Him as well as his staff are highly reliable and professional. I came in with lots of neck and back pain as well as other symptoms from those conditions. They were extremely detailed in analyzing and testing me beyond that of any doctor Ive seen previously. They are focused on strength training and stretching to target problem areas and strengthen weak ones. I have tried chiropractic care and I feel Performance Place is an extra step up from basic adjustments. My goal is to live a healthy life without being plagued by pain. I feel with them I am on the right track. Thanks again!!

Review №84

2022-02-01 22:52:45

I had been dealing with an SI joint injury for months and had gone to a handful of PTs and chiropractors without any results. I seriously thought Id be injured my whole life until I found Performance Place Sports Care. Dawne is very knowledgeable and clearly wants whats best for her patients. I am so grateful for their service and would recommend them to anyone. I can now ski and play hockey pain free.

Review №85

2022-09-20 00:00:05

Ive seen Dr. Sebastian for three separate injuries over the course of several years now. Regardless of whether Im in area or not, I wont go to anyone but him and the Performance Place team. Prefer to go in-person but have had a lot of success with virtual visits which Ive done a few times.10/10, strongest recommendation possible to anyone experiencing hip, back, shoulder, or any other sports ailment/injury.

Review №86

2020-10-06 03:38:11

I was in a car accident a few years back that gave me some intense low back pain. It was so bad that I was not able to sleep at night. I tossed and turned. It was painful when I put on my shoes and tried to stretch in the morning. I was waking up with a lot of stiffness. It had been a few weeks, and it was not getting better.I had met Sebastian through some friends, so I decided to give him a shot. He was able to diagnose me and gave me exercises to do at home. The adjustments felt great too. The staff was nice, very attentive, and they called back when I called to move appointments. I would go back if I lived in the area, but I do go back to Huntington Beach every few months, so Costa Mesa is right around the corner. Sebastian is the best chiropractor in Orange County by far!

Review №87

2022-11-09 21:45:16

I came here for a sports injury. Seb, Mandy and Sarah were exceptional. Seb is very knowledgeable and insightful. I have pain on my right knee from playing baseball and it feels much better after the first session. I am definitely coming back and highly recommend Performance Place to anyone with pain problems.

Review №88

2022-01-07 21:06:09

I found Sebastian through a YouTube video and was so excited to see that he was located near us. My son is a high-level soccer player and was getting injured without impact from play and it would put him out of commission for weeks, sometimes months. Within our 1st visit with Sebastian, he was able to pinpoint what the issue was and give my son some exercises to help strengthen him as well as help prevent future injury. Sebastian is very knowledgeable in body mechanics and very thorough with his approach. I appreciate that he doesnt try to pressure you to do unnecessary appts. He really just wants to see you improve and I think he tailors his services to the needs of each patient rather than doing everything cookie-cutter. I 100% whole heartedly recommend Sebastian and his team!

Review №89

2020-11-07 14:47:11

Dr. Gonzales is a great clinician! If you are looking for someone to help you with your back pain, this is the place to go. He is very thorough in his examination, and explains conditions related to back pain very well. He has a lot of great content that has helped me as a chiropractic student to better understand certain conditions dealing with the low back and other areas of the body. I enjoy listening to his podcast “Restoring Human Movement” which has a lot of great information for patients as well as students that are trying to understand their injuries better. His videos on Instagram (@performancehb) are very informative and easy to follow. It is a great place to start for anyone trying to find a solution for their injuries especially related to the low back, hip and groin area. I would highly recommend Dr. Gonzales to anyone that needs help with their injuries, he will help you find a solution.

Review №90

2021-09-12 00:44:55

I came to see Dr. Gonzales for ankle pain I was having while training for a half marathon. He listened to me, my concerns, and my priorities. He took his time assessing me while explaining his findings along the way. He prescribed exercises for me to do and followed up with me. I am happy to report that my ankle pain was relieved and I was able to complete my race without injury. I cant say enough great things about this office and how much I appreciate the work they do!

Review №91

2020-03-04 04:43:23

In 2014, I started to develop knee pain. I was able to combat some of the pain, but I eventually developed pain in my hips as well. Before I saw Sebastian, I had tried two different Physical Therapy practices, massage therapy, acupuncture, and two different chiropractors. All of these helped to temporarily decrease my pain, but I never found the source of the pain after 6 years of searching. When I first visited Sebastian, I had a constant hip pain and flare-ups in my knee, which made daily activities difficult for me. I had stopped playing sports and running and doing specific workouts, all of which I used to do on a weekly basis. In my first visit, Sebastian performed a series of tests on my body to pinpoint what exactly was the source of my pain and reassured me that I would be able to overcome it if I followed his instructions. Within a few days of following his exercises 90% of my hip pain was gone. Im in week 2 of the exercises he gave me and my hip and knee pain is continuously improving. Im confident that Ill be able to run and play basketball again and not have to worry about experiencing pain on an everyday basis. Sebastian literally saved my life and I feel ready to conquer the world and get stronger along the way. If youve been experiencing pain and cannot seem to find a solution and do not know where to go next, go see Sebastian. Hell do everything he can to help you improve. If he cant, hell be upfront and honest with you and will send you in the right direction rather than having you come back for repeat visits and wasting your money.

Review №92

2020-11-05 15:37:16

Dr. Sebastian has an understanding of the human body that most people don’t. His perspective on treatment is unique and refreshing! I recently took a seminar with him to fulfill my continued education credits for my chiropractic license. The seminar was extremely informative and hands-on. We discussed various treatment techniques and he offered solutions to common diagnosis we would see in our office. On Monday morning when I got back to my own office I started to use some of his techniques, and let me tell you, THEY WORKED! I was getting people out of pain faster! People would come back and the same issue we were working on for weeks was gone in one visit! If you’re considering visiting a chiropractor in the orange county area Dr. Sebastian is your guy! Thanks for all the knowledge bombs Dr. Seb! Can’t wait for the next seminar!

Review №93

2021-08-03 04:59:11

I have been dealing with a left shoulder issue for a couple of years now. As soon as I arrived at Performance place, I knew I came to the right spot. Instead of giving me an adjustment and some stretches to do like most places. Dr. Gonzalez and his staff did a detailed exam on my whole body to really find the root cause of my issue. Go to find out this problem was arising from my neck and not my shoulder. Within 2 weeks of sticking to the program given to me by the staff at Performance Place I no longer have any more shoulder pain and can go back to living my life normally. The attention to detail is over the top here. You will not regret coming here. Thanks performance place!!

Review №94

2021-11-21 16:12:48

I have been active my entire life, mostly lifting weights, hiking and yoga. I also have scoliosis and have issues with my back at times. Years ago when I threw out my back, I went to a chiropractor who then also recommended a physical therapist. I followed their treatment. I spent over a year trying to become pain-free again, but the issues were not resolved. I finally went to Seb, who was more of a drive for me to access at the time. It was the best decision I have made for keeping myself active and functioning -- by keeping up my workout schedule and being able to hike through jungles in Costa Rica or Guatemala or my recent gorilla trekking through Rwanda. Within the first week of following Sebs exercises I was pain-free. I could not believe how targeted and effective he was at diagnosing and treating. HIs motto movement is medicine couldnt be truer. I have flare ups in different parts of my back because of my nerve and structural issues in my spine, and Seb is always there with treatment that works. I couldnt recommend anyone more highly if you are experiencing any issues. Movement IS medicine. Seb has the expertise to help you.

Review №95

2021-11-22 07:31:01

When I tell people about Dr. Gonzales, I describe him as magic. I went through so many professionals without much hope of recovery unless I had up to four operations, but he saved me from them all and, before long, had me back dancing full-time with tools that continue to keep my body happy. It is clear to me that he is knowledgable and has the best interests of his clients at heart. I only wish I had found him sooner and cannot recommend him enough.

Review №96

2022-01-27 16:42:27

At age 70, Id been having serious right let pain for six months, during which I saw a podiatrist, a chiropractor, my primary care doc, two orthopedic surgeons, and another chiropractor, and had various xrays and MRIs with nothing appearing as a problem. I had various opinions given and treatments but with no positive results. But I knew there had to be an answer somewhere, somehow. I then got lucky and found Performance Place Care & Chiropractor via one of their YouTube videos. After two incredible appointments with Dawne Constantino, I knew I was on my way to a recovering. Now, less than two weeks after my second appointment, I am walking pain-free. No nerve pain, no cramping, no burning feeling, no nothing but freedom to walk as normal. Just yesterday, I tried a short 4 mile but with a few steep sections and had problem at all. Tomorrow, Ill be hiking 6 miles and am expecting the same result. Dawne was truly different than any other chiropractor Ive EVER seen. No manipulation, no machines, no heat and cold packs, etc. She listened to me intently, observed me intently, worked with me diligently to the point where I am now the living proof of her knowledge and abilities. Plus, by me doing the proper stretches and exercises on my own time at home, I didnt have repeated visits to deal with and I now know exactly what to do going forward. Thanks Dawne!

Review №97

2021-10-26 00:13:40

Ive seen different chiropractors over the years, but I continue going to Performance Place because thats where Ive experienced the most healing results. The treatment is very well thought out and is excuted in a way that is highly effective. Because I have expereinced back pain so much in the past, I can be a more challenging case to treat. However, that has not stopped the staff here from helping me to make huge improvements.

Review №98

2021-02-25 20:58:15

I’m very grateful to have found Performance Place Sports Care for my physical therapy needs. I injured my back a little over a year ago and haven’t been able to get much relief until recently. My low back would hurt when bending over just enough to prevent me from pushing my workouts. Since it wasn’t debilitating, I simply dialed everything back but kept moving forward with the lingering pain. After working with Dr. Dawne, I’ve been able to start building back strength & proper movement patterns to minimize this nagging issue. I was lucky enough to have an old therapist who was also a weightlifter so she knew the sorts of movements that I performed & was able to ensure I could still do them within reason while still rehabbing. Unfortunately, she moved out of state and I was at a loss. Luckily I was referred to Performance Place where they take a similar approach and are aware that athletes want to keep moving if they’re able to. Dr. Dawne knows my sport specific movements & how to adapt my rehab around them. Furthermore a key benefit is her ability to work with me as a patient and provide a custom approach rather than prescribe a cookie cutter version for everyone. It is a team effort rather than her just assigning me exercises to perform or avoid. If you are looking to work with a knowledgable team who has your best interest at heart, then I highly recommend Performance Place Sports Care.

Review №99

2021-11-01 19:58:24

This place and Sebastian saved my life. After 3 surgeons and a team of physical therapists told me surgery was imminent, Sebastian, in a few short sessions, corrected the issue. Hes a miracle man! He has done the same for my sister-in-law and my mother who was told she has arthritis and nothing could be done. He fixed it! Best place, nicest staff. I could not recommend them more. I have never written a review until now, but thats how much I love them.

Review №100

2020-09-03 22:16:01

While doing a warm-up set for squats, I felt something in my back and immediately felt pain and became immobile. Barely made it home, took some pain pills and hoped a night of sleep would help. When I woke up I was unable to move, the slightest movement would cause incredible amounts of pain. I did my research on what was nearby that could see me the same day and I found Dr. Costantino and Performance Place Sports Care. The reviews looked good so I gave them a chance.Before arriving I filled out a questionnaire about everything I was going through so she was well prepared on what I was dealing with and where we can start. On the first visit I was asked more questions and put through different types of movement to try and assess what was going on, as you can only see whats up in person. When we were finished seeing what kind of movements I was comfortable with and in which positions I could be pain free she was confident in what would help. She sent me home with some exercises to do as homework to see what condition I would be in when I saw her again a few days later. The movements she made me do eased my pain greatly, seeing these results made me know I was in good hands. Over the course of the next couple visits we would progress in movements, continue to assess my range of motion and address areas that I need to improve upon. By the end of it all, not only did I get back to 100%, but I learned weaknesses in my body that I need to improve upon going forward and also form adjustments to my lifts to make sure I am doing them safely and proper.For anyone looking for treatments whether its work related, athletics related or even just want to improve their lifting form, this is the place to go. Dr. Costantino took care of my back problem, gave me plenty of tools to prevent it from happening again in the future and even gave me some tips for other problem areas I was having. Cant thank her enough for getting me back to 100%.

Review №101

2021-07-29 04:09:57

Would absolutely recommend Performance Place Sports Care & Chiropractic!Ive seen multiple PTs over the course of 3 years for an on and off back injury and always received similar treatment; rest, take it easy, ice and stim therapy... Ive been an athlete my whole life and maintain an active lifestyle. These previous treatment plans did not help me progress out of my pain.Dawne took an active approach and had me working through a series of stretches and exercises the first day to address the root causes of my issues. I felt immediate progress/relief after the first session! Dawne and the staff at Performance Place are knowledgeable, professional and take a genuine interest in your health - they are very impressive!Thanks for everything Dawne!

Review №102

2014-07-12 00:43:07

Dr. G is so AWESOME! I had two extremely serious hip strains from running and was in a lot of pain. After just one ART session, I immediately felt better and was able to run with zero pain the next day! I am so thankful and definitely looking forward to going back and getting more treatment. The atmosphere and environment of the facility is very friendly and made me feel comfortable. He cares so much about his patients and it shows!! I highly recommend P2 Sports Care!

Review №103

2022-07-14 18:06:12

I highly recommend Performance Place Sports Care! I live in Florida and was dealing with a leg injury and happened upon one of their YouTube videos. I reached out to them for help and Dawne followed up very quickly. She knew exactly what I was dealing with and was a huge help. Even after our consultation, she continued to follow up over the next several months to see how I was doing. I really appreciate her care and concern, and Im thankful that the therapy and training exercises have helped me recover.

Review №104

2019-04-28 14:43:30

During the training cycle for my 12th full marathon, I was having pain in my hamstring, hip and glute that was building over time. I dialed back my weekly mileage but after completing the race I could hardly lift my left leg up and had zero hip extension. And the sciatic pain shooting through my leg was unbearable, it kept me from running, sitting for more than 20 minutes, and I couldn’t sleep well. I saw 3 different doctors who all had different treatments that just alleviated the pain a little bit, but once I ran or sat longer than 20 minutes the pain was back. I went through this for 5 months. I was losing hope, I could only run at an extremely slow pace and it was painful. And that was breaking my heart. Then my running coach helped me find Dr. Gonzales. Within a few minutes of me explaining where my pain was, how it started, what it felt like, and what aggravated it, Dr G had a working diagnosis and we began in that session to fix the problem. It was a compressed disc in my back pushing down on a nerve. No other chiropractors diagnosed this issue except Dr Gonzales. And it seems tricky to me because my back never hurt. So he showed me 3 simple exercises to help with the pain and they worked. I immediately felt relief and he advised me to walk/run to get back into running. The run I had a few days after my visit felt like I had a completely new body, the pain was minimal and I had so much range of motion. My hip no longer felt locked and tight. The pain was significantly better. I was also able to sit during meetings at work and I started sleeping better. I’ve seen Dr Gonzales 3 times and each session is about an hour. He shows me exercises to do, (each visit the exercise is slightly more advanced) and we do them together, and then I record him doing them so that I can refer to the video when I do the exercises on my own. The exercises are challenging but achievable and not things I would know to do to alleviate my pain. I wear gym clothes to our sessions and part of Dr Gs office is set up like a professional gym. This doctor is the real deal and I am so incredibly grateful I found him. My life is getting back to normal and I can do the thing I love most again. I am running faster and stronger and happier than I have in the past and I can’t wait to PR my next race!!

Review №105

2021-08-04 01:32:48

I play baseball on Sunday’s with Sebastian. After I pulled/strained my achilles during a game, he recommended I come in for a session. Max and Sebastian helped me to drastically reduce the pain and limp I was walking with after just a single 1 hour session. I have to admit I didn’t think I was going in for what seemed like a stretching yoga type workout. But it worked well and I’m going back next week. My pain decreased and mobility noticeably increased. Thanks guys!

Review №106

2020-08-26 22:16:03

Ive had a reoccurring hip flexor problem on and off for almost a year now. Sebastian and the team were able to quickly assess what was causing the injury and connect it to other issues/weaknesses in my lower back, core, and glutes.My hip flexor is no longer an issue, and I would highly recommend Performance Place any athletes in the socal area struggling with injury. I do long distance running and play soccer at a high level, and for me it was definitely worth the 1 hour drive from San Diego to get my injury problems resolved

Review №107

2022-12-26 04:17:50

I worked with Dawne remotely for a few weeks, and she was able to help me immediately deal with pain, and then restore my previous activities (golf, squatting and running). Shes very thoughtful and patient, creating a very doable program and taking great care to explain in simple terms what was going on. Cant recommend her enough!!

Review №108

2020-04-21 17:13:52

I had back pain that travelled into my glute muscles for almost two months. During that time, I tried seeing a chiropractor various times and different types of stretches but nothing seemed to work. I found Dr. Gonzales from searching sports therapists online and my experience with him was great from the very first visit. I felt better and better after each visit and eventually my pain went away completley, which allowed me to return back to my normal activities such as skateboarding, running, and surfing. It feels great knowing that there is someone out there that can actually teach exercises and stretches that I will forever use to keep me healthy and active. I would 100% reccomend anyone with pain to Performance Place.

Review №109

2021-03-01 18:58:09

I have been dealing with a pinched nerve for about 6 months and after my health provider gave me a piece of paper to help with stretching (that did nothing !) - then trying a group on Facebook with foam rolling (that just aggravated the nerves even more for 3 months!) - I stumbled across Performance Place on line help with back pain .. it was a God send ! After watching their webinar on back pain I decided to give them a call to evaluate and perhaps help me with the pain and tingling i had been experiencing for months !Dr. Gonzales described the pain and sensation perfectly - and was confident they could help. I signed up for an evaluation with Dr. Dawne Constantino the following day. her evaluation was thorough (much more so than my health provider !) and she gave me some exercise to do with some instructions but i had a desire to learn more and signed on for a package of 8 appointments. What i find so impressive is the individual therapy - not a one size fits all therapy but really working it to what i do and how my body is responding. Its only been 6 weeks and i have already met a few goals and find my body gaining strength and the pain diminishing ! I can also see that I am gaining strength for the long haul - not just to bring healing now but to carry me in the sport i love - running - for years to come ! I HIGHLY recommend Sports Performance ! Dedicated - Personal - Professional - Knowledgeable and Passionate help your your healing needs !!

Review №110

2016-03-01 21:46:08

I played volleyball in college and now I do CrossFit to stay in shape. Whenever I have had a problem with my body I go see Dr. Sebastian. He is very nice and thorough in his explanations. Over the last four years I have experienced problems with my hip, back, and shoulder. Dr. Sebastian understands my active lifestyle and gives me different modifications that allows me to keep working out. Hes great! Oh and try his coffee. Its a nice compliment to his chiropractor services.

Review №111

2021-12-31 23:50:32

I was in a lot of pain and had tried different local physio and chiropractors over many months and just seemed to be getting worse. In desperation I thought I would reach out to an online therapist and selected Performance Place. From the very first session, my pain decreased and subsequently improved further. Im still on the healing journey, but am so very thankful to Dawne for her patient guidance and providing the custom excercise program that will continue to improve my mobility and restore me to full capability.

Review №112

2021-11-17 17:22:01

Sebastian helped me with my right shoulder pain in record time! Something I’ve been suffering with for months melted away in under 2 weeks using some simple homework and weight training exercises. I can now do downward dog, updogs and push ups without the stabbing shoulder pain. If you’re looking for a chiropractor or physical therapist to help you call Performance Place. They we really good and worth the money

Review №113

2019-06-02 00:47:34

I highly recommend Performance Place Sport Care and Chiropractic in Huntington Beach. Dr. Gonzales helped heal my lower back pain. I had injured my lower back lifting an older, heavy television by myself. I was in pain. I had very few treatments and I felt as good as I did pre-injury. If you are looking for a professional who genuinely cares about your recovery Dr. Gonzales is the best choice! Thanks Performance Place Sport Care and Chiropractic!

Review №114

2021-12-31 20:54:49

Working with Sebastian and Dawne has really expanded my own knowledge on managing musculoskeletal pain in such a unique way. They both are extremely thorough and caring with their patients and can do wonders with getting people out of acute and chronic pain. They are also extremely willing to teach young clinicians and guide them into a successful practice and for that I am eternally grateful!

Review №115

2020-11-10 00:44:55

Dr. Gonzales is an amazing clinician! As a chiropractic student he has provided a lot of resources for us in order to close the gap between what we have learned in school and actually taking someone through the rehabilitation process. After attending his off-loading seminar it allowed me to start to think more outside the box in term of exercise prescription in rehabilitation. I would also recommend checking out his podcast, Restoring Human Movement. It is both entertaining and educational for students, clinicians as well as patients! I would highly recommend Dr. Gonzales to anyone needing help with their injury!

Review №116

2021-11-15 18:09:37

I had been feeling pain in my right wrist for about 6 weeks when I went to see Dr. Sebastian this time. I am 55 years old, and I also have muscular dystrophy, FSHD in particular, but this seemed to me like just simple old age. After 6 weeks of this pain, I was no longer able to turn a doorknob without a lot of pain and was using my left hand for everything. What kept going through my mind was that this will turn out to be arthritis and I would have to “manage” chronic pain for the rest of my life. Why did I go to Dr. Sebastian instead of my regular primary care physician? Simple, Dr. Sebastian has never prescribed me any drugs. That is important to me as I would prefer that the pharmaceutical option not be the first choice in treatment. I am not apposed to drugs when they are necessary but let’s just not go there first thing. But how effective was the drugless treatment? The pain was reduced noticeably right in his office and about two weeks later I was pain free. All by doing the exercises Dr. Sebastian recommended but, more importantly, by listening and understanding what movements I am doing that are causing the situation. In my case it had to do with packing my shoulders like when doing a farmers carry. I needed to stop with the anti-shrugs. As it turns out I was wrong about this being related to my muscular dystrophy and my assumption that it was simple old age was a bad assumption. If I had gone to my primary care physician and received a pain killer, it would have taken care of the pain, validated that I am getting old, and I would have settled in for the long haul with pain management. Instead, Dr. Sebastian educated me that it is not old age but a condition that I need to be aware of and deal with in my daily exercises. I still do farmers carries but I no longer do them every day and incorporate other exercises for my cooldown that do not involve weight pulling down on my shoulders and anti-shrugs.Pain Gone and I am not getting older!!! 😊

Review №117

2020-01-07 22:15:28

I came to see Dr. Sebastian for pain in my low back and right hip that Ive been struggling with for over a year. I am an active runner and weight lifter and have not been able to do either activity without aggravating the symptoms in my low back and piriformis. I tried stretching, massage and chiropractic adjustments with very little relief. Ive recently moved to Orange County a few months ago and was desperate to find someone who could help me. Dr. Sebastian did a thorough assessment and was almost certain I had a hip impingement, and that the symptoms in my low back were a result of my anterior pelvic tilt, weak core strength and weak hip/gluteus muscles. He took me through a series of corrective exercises that I implemented right away. They were, and still are, very challenging movements that are helping me to correct the imbalances causing my hip to be misaligned. After a few days, I was nearly pain free. After over a year of being in pain I am eager to continue to put in the work to help correct my body. If you are someone who is suffering and is also ready to do what is necessary to get your body back, Dr. Sebastian is the professional you want to see.

Review №118

2022-03-28 21:44:47

I came into Dr. Sebastians office with an irritated/compressed right ulnar nerve. I found him on his podcast after desperately searching for a year for treatment solutions. He was thorough in his tests to diagnose the problem and communicated clearly what he was looking for. The exercises he prescribed immediately helped alleviate my symptoms. My mood and confidence has increased dramatically after a whole year of barely being able to use the computer. Andrew, his intern, has been very helpful and communicative. I highly recommend at least getting a consultation to see if they can help alleviate your discomfort/pain. As a Bruin, Im not supposed to like Dr. Sebastian, but he is the exception :)

Review №119

2021-12-07 17:27:20

I have gone to see Dr. Sebastian for a number of different sports related / over use injuries Ive had. What I appreciate is the fact that he takes time to actually LISTEN and assess what is the problem. Then, he develops a plan to solve the issue at the root. He doesnt do band aid treatment. Its a plan. If you continue to do the exercises and stretches that strengthen and lengthen ( at least for me this was the plan), then you see healing and results.I HIGHLY recommend he and his associate for treatment!

Review №120

2020-10-25 00:28:26

Sebastian was able to help me fix my lower back after I hurt it fielding a ground ball. I was on the floor for 2 days after it happened, unable to stand or sit at my desk. It was worst in the morning until I stretched it out. It was the worst pain I have even felt.He suggested a few exercises to do throughout the day for the next week. After doing the exercises and stretches for a single day, I was able to move around better, but the pain was still there. A day after that I was able to walk and sit without pain. I still do some of the exercises today and I can play baseball again too!Thanks for the help Dr G.Best chiropractor Ive seen. The great thing is he didnt have to crack me to make me feel better.

Review №121

2022-03-10 00:24:52

Dawne was incredible!! She took the time to give me the most thoughtful and careful review. She made me feel so much better about my injury, while also walking me through how my pain arose in the first place. She eased all of my anxiety, and provided such great patience and understanding. I will definitely be following up with the team, and looking into their exercise videos for the future!

Review №122

2022-07-18 06:34:40

My condition is quite complicated since I’ve struggled with unexplained lower back pain for more than 10 years and this pain has moved up my spine and into my neck over the years. About two years ago the pain became so debilitating that I could no longer work. I’ve seen many doctors and physical therapists to improve my symptoms but none of them have treated my condition as effectively as Dawne at Performance Place. The first day evaluation was very thorough and the exercises she prescribed were extremely effective for my symptoms. I was surprised by the level of attention that I received from Dawne. From my first visit, she actively listened while I explained the details of my symptoms and she provided clear, knowledgeable explanations to my questions. It is extremely obvious that Dawne enjoys her work, she is experienced, and she is sincerely interested in finding the right treatment for you. Dawne is attentive to any concerns I have about my exercises and always suggests thoughtful modifications to my exercises when I feel they are too difficult. Finally, I cannot thank Dawne enough for providing advice and guidance as I’ve consulted with other doctors and specialists. Overall, my experience at Performance Place has exceeded all of my expectations.

Review №123

2022-01-21 17:41:18

Old cycling crash injury from 2016. Low back and hip pain. After several years of chiropractic care physical therapy, massage therapy and working with primary care, thousands of dollars spent, time wasted, I discovered Performance Place. I was feeling much better after the first visit. Currently, I visit once a month for continued maintenance. My outcome from working with Dawne has been very positive. I highly recommend, especially for complicated issues.

Review №124

2022-08-02 16:26:05

Through the online sessions with Dawne I found back the confidence and the strength in my body again. I suffered from lower back pain, sciatic nerve and neck issues. I just didn’t know anymore what I could do, should do or avoid to be doing. The video communication was amazing and with very clear directions Dawne gave me the perfect tools and exercises to release the pain and become stronger. Never could I imagine I’d be lifting weights again. I am very happy that even living far away (I live in the Caribbean/Saint Martin) I found “performance place sports care”. I am working full time again and my life got back so much of its qualities.

Review №125

2022-07-19 16:18:45

Definitely recommend consulting Performance Place for your injury/imbalance needs. I was someone who was growing frustrated with a new onset of sharp groin/inside thigh pain. This was inhibiting me from being in the seated position for longer than 10 minutes and was keeping me from being active/traveling.Visiting my PCP just resulted in x-rays and pain management medication. I was looking for a long term solution rather than a temporary band-aid for the pain. Ultimately, my mental and physical health were spiraling. Thats what led me to scour the web and ultimately find PPSCs YouTube channel.I started implementing some of their recommendations before realizing they were local in California. I booked an appt with Dr Dawne and had a visit within days. She conducted her primary assessment and knew instantly what the issue was(FAI). I was performing her prescriptive exercises and immediately felt relief.I was back rock climbing and traveling around the world without any issues. Thanks for saving me Dr. Dawne. Learn from me: save your time/money and consult the sports experts so you can get back to normalcy sooner.

Review №126

2012-06-04 15:54:44

I am a physician and a runner who have researched and tried different treatment modalities for recurrent running injuries. I have to say, I ventured out and sought the help of Dr. Gonzales and it was well worth it. Was a bit skeptical in the beginning about ART, but he got me thru a half marathon and a full marathon, all in the span of 6 weeks with a horrific IT band syndrome that prevented me from training. Dr. Sebastian is trustworthy and very ethical in his approach in helping athletes.

Review №127

2019-04-30 15:04:58

Dr. Seb is the best Chiropractor in Huntington beach and where I send my family for the highest quality care. Working in the healthcare industry myself, I know the struggle of finding a quality doctor to address the problem quickly. He helped me overcome some knee pain that I was experiencing while training for the LA Marathon. First session my knee pain was nearly gone, after months! I highly recommend Performance Place. Its worth it!

Review №128

2021-10-28 23:50:48

Dr. Dawne is exceptional. She is a keen listener and extremely tuned into her patients needs. She has helped my lifelong chronic neck issues. My pain level has decreased to the lowest I have known it. Her exercises and treatment plan is dynamic and supports my needs everytime I visit her. Initially I was seeing her on a weekly basis and her goal was to enable me with exercises that would keep me in a healthy pain free state more often. I am happy to say that I have been at a really good place and have not needed to see Dr Dawn for almost 10 weeks and am still going strong. God Bless you Dr. Dawne. You rock!!!

Review №129

2021-02-28 04:42:57

This is a well run office and with very kind and helpful staff. Dr. Gonzalez is a great practitioner for PT and mobility care for athletes young and old. He has treated our daughter through the years, to quickly heal from injuries as a middle school, high school and college cross country runner.He has also effectively treated me for various injuries and age related aches and pains. Dr. Gonzalez is thorough in his visits and evaluations, and offers supporting exercises to be done at home. You will feel significantly better after each appointment.

Review №130

2021-10-23 21:22:12

Im exceptionally happy with the progress made in treating my back injury. In our first session, Dawne identified pain sources and areas of focus that set the overall plan for treatment. That session and each thereafter has resulted in progress forward. Each session is one-on-one, intensely focused and unscripted, meaning that they follow the overall plan but flow by current priority identified in that session. This treatment program is highly effective and i am very confident in returning to my sport in the near future.

Review №131

2019-09-03 15:48:41

If you are serious about recovering from your low back pain, and ready to do the work it will take getting there, then start the process by seeing Dr. Sebastian Gonzales.I have been suffering from low back pain for many, many years. Sometimes extreme, sometimes tolerable, but always there. I had tried practically everything to “fix” it - Chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, Trigger Point therapy, Active Release therapy, stretching, working with a personal trainer, etc etc etcAll of these things helped a little, but the back pain always returned. I still kept on searching for a solution - the actual cause - but became even more frustrated when an Orthopedic surgeon was reviewing my latest MRI, telling me that my issues were due to spinal stenosis, herniated disks, degenerative disk disease, and arthritis. I continued my search, and found the P2sportscare website.The initial visit with Dr. Gonzales was very detailed, and his recommendations were very positive and optimistic. I decided to continue my care with Dr. Gonzales, which turned out to be one of the best decisions I have ever made. My low back pain is significantly reduced, and I am now able to go about daily life relatively pain-free. Shopping, running errands, gardening, going for long walks, are things I can once again enjoy doing.

Review №132

2019-04-25 22:10:58

Dr. Gonzales is no ordinary chiropractor. He takes the time to educate you on the physiology of your condition and provides you tools and exercises to take home with you to continue managing your condition. Ive been to multiple chiropractors and sports therapist and none of them has taken the time to customize their care as Dr. Gonzales does.I have been seeing Dr. Gonzales for 3 years now and will not see anyone else when it comes to musculoskeletal conditioning. My neck pain is now controlled with the exercises hes provided. Both my husband and I will be lifetime clients of his. Thank you Dr. Gonzales for being so amazing at what you do!!! Id give you 10 stars if I could!

Review №133

2021-04-27 20:01:47

I had been dealing with lower back pain for 4 years. Driving for any longer than 15 minutes caused vague but burning pain. I also felt this while standing for anything over 30 mins.I tried going through Kaiser for PT but even with an MRI and some exercise suggestions, nothing really improved. A couple years later I started watching youtube videos from PTs around the world until one day I found Performance Places videos. Learning that they were close by, I decided to schedule an appointment. Since they were not covered by my insurance, the price was much higher than I hoped. However, I went to a few sessions with Dr. Sebastian. He gave me the diagnosis Id been needing to hear for years. He gave me some first-aid stretches to stop the pain when it flared up along with a routine of exercises to gradually improve my back. He was very thorough in teaching me the exercises and stretches, even having me record video for future reference back home.I am no longer seeing Dr. Sebastian for PT because my pain has gone away. Although the price was high due to my insurance situation, I feel that the treatment was worth it. I went from feeling extremely frustrated and hopeless with back pain to kind of forgetting that I had a problem in the first place.

Review №134

2021-02-25 16:23:34

I saw Dr Dawne for what I was told was a “sports hernia” from another doctor. I had been tryin all types of different PT movements for about 2 months with no success. I found Dr Dawne online and I was recommended to do a virtual appointment to see if there was anything she could find out that could be causing my pain. Honestly I was skeptical. But after our first appointment I started to feel relief. She said it most likely was not a sports hernia, but something else. She gave me some movements to work on and then we would meet again. I felt relief but still had pain. On our second appointment she really honed in on what was going on and gave me some additional movements to add to my routine and the worked soooo well. After about a month I was pain free. Overall I was skeptical but she really really helped. Not a skeptic anymore.

Review №135

2018-01-08 15:22:05

Dr. Gonzales is someone I trust with my self and my clients. I am a personal trainer and loved my experience with him for the rehab of my hip. He address the root cause of the pain, not just treating the symptoms of pain.I had been to other chiros, sports docs, and body professionals that hadnt been able to address the issues of injury. Dr G found ways to lessen pain with rehab exercise and addressing my day to day habits.I know that my clients are in safe hands with him and know they will be treated well at Performance Place.

Review №136

2021-07-05 17:33:46

I had both an acute injury (nerve pain from snowboard fall) and a long-term shoulder injury (rotator cuff/AC joint issues from BJJ). Dr. Gonzales addressed both issues simultaneously with hands-on treatment and exercises. He taught me how to address that nerve pain whenever it flared up (kind of like a first aid treatment) as well as exercises to strengthen that injured shoulder. If your training and health philosophy are based on the foundational movement patterns (push, pull, squat, hinge, carry) or you follow the mantra of movement is medicine, then Dr. Gonzales is definitely who you are looking for. Cant recommend enough.

Review №137

2020-11-04 00:09:50

Suffering from a pinched nerve and constant pain from my neck to my fingers, I was not progressing with my HMO referred PT. My boyfriend referred me to Dr. Sabastian and he connected me with Dr. Dawne immediately and she is AWESOME! We met via telemedicine the same day and she got me started on some exercises to help alleviate the pain. I saw her a few days later in the office and multiple times after that as needed. I have progressed from needing to see her every few days to only once a month now. The best part about Dr. Dawne is, each time I go in, she basically does a new review of my symptoms. She finds out how I am feeling, how my pain has changed, which exercises made me feel better and which didn’t and changes them accordingly. Each visit I was given new exercises depending on my symptoms. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Dawne and Performance Place Sports Care . They are very caring and knowledgeable. They are also COVID safe with masks, sanitizer and temperature checks. It was definitely worth going out of network to get the help I needed.

Review №138

2015-06-24 07:41:10

Dr. Gonzales is the first Active Release Technique (ART) chiropractor Id ever met and Id pretty much given up on chiropractors after not getting results from numerous other treatments for my IT band issues, also known as Runners Knee and my migraines & tension headaches (I sound like a mess, dont I?). I was referred to him by a friend and Im a huge fan of his. Hes professional and very knowledgeable about the needs of athletes (although, Im hardly one). Hes able to see your running stride and recognize areas of movement that could improve your performance. Im super impressed with that. He was able to ease my headaches and improve my Runners Knee, so much so that I just signed up for my first half marathon! Id recommend Dr. Gonzales to people with chronic headaches and athletes who are having sports issues. Hes truly amazing!

Review №139

2021-10-26 18:29:05

Mid 20s M athlete who had been having a groin/hip problem for months beforehand. Dr. Dawne significantly improved this problem over our period of 4 visits where I feel confident I am on the correct path to full recovery. U was skeptical of doing the meetings virtually at first, but those work just fine. Would highly recommend to in and out of state people.

Review №140

2018-05-28 05:38:25

I have been running about 3-4 times a week for the past couple months. I would feel pain in my left knee during or after almost every single run. I thought it was my body just getting used to running instead of walking, or that maybe I needed new shoes. I visited Dr. Gonzalez and he helped me with core and hip strengthening exercises that made the pain go away. Dr. Gonzalez also recommended that instead of just doing a 3 mile run, that I mix up my exercise routine with some speed runs mixed with walking and jump roping. I am grateful for all of his expertise and honest feedback!!!!

Review №141

2020-02-06 22:17:19

I’ve had back pain on and off for over a decade. I’ve seen doctors, chiropractors, had massages, and physical therapy. I was skeptical when I went to see Sebastian. However, all of that was taken away when I saw him get my wife out of pain. She was in uncontrollable pain which was not helped by doctors, pain management, or injections. In the first session he had her able to exercise pain free. I literally could not believe it. Now, he sees my mom who is older with bad arthritis and she was pain free immediately as well.Since witnessing this I have been seeing him and have learned ways of getting rid of pain and moving throughout the world without pain. I cannot speak highly enough about Sebastian and his practice! If you feel like giving up on your pain I urge you to try this place first.

Review №142

2019-09-07 04:53:52

Dr. Sebastian is one of the most knowledgeable Chiropractors that I know! I am a Chiropractor myself and enjoy listening to his podcast all the time. I have been suffering from a chronic shoulder injury for years that I re-injured recently and wanted to see if he could help me. Within one visit my perspective on my injury changed and I felt almost 100% better. I highly recommend him! He is the man!

Review №143

2023-01-12 00:17:17

Dr. Dawne Costantino is more than just a chiropractor who cracks body parts. She is holistic in her approach of making sure that you can actually recover from your injuries without having to come to her office in perpetually. I recommend giving Dr. Dawne a call and I am sure that you will come to the same conclusion that I did that she is the one for you. Thank you Dr. Dawne with helping me get my life back.

Review №144

2019-09-08 20:41:33

I am a marathon runner in Orange County and had been frustrated after experiencing injury after injury on my left side over the last 8 months. I came to Performance Place in Huntington Beach a few weeks ago after having experienced hip pain for about 8 months, severe sciatic pain that put my whole left side to sleep for about 3 weeks, which then morphed into severe toe pain. I got A.R.T done a few times, which alleviated some of the pain, but within a couple weeks I was diagnosed on the same side with sessamoiditis (inflammation of the tendon underneath the big toe) and was told I just needed to aggressively roll out my foot and my hip. I was in so much pain and super frustrated because I kept getting pains on the same side for no reason. I couldnt run properly and couldnt really even walk properly.Dr. G reached out to me on instagram and told me thought he could help me. He believed all of my aches and pains on my left side were related and that if I was willing to come in for an appointment he fully believed he could help me resolve the issue. He spent 2 hours with me in the first appointment and said he thinks the issue was related to a lower back and left hip issue. He gave me a few exercises to do as well as some stretches - all exercises I had never tried before or had tried, but wasnt doing properly. I made some huge progress the first day and within the next 10 days after being diligent with my exercises, I was running completely pain free!!!I am SO ecstatic - Dr. G doesnt treat the symptoms, he gets to the root of the problem. I thought I was going to have to live with the hip pain and the toe pain for good, but Im happy to report that my pain has completely stayed away and I have zero hip pain for the first time since before my Boston Marathon cycle! I cannot recommend Dr. G enough - he is so thoughtful, he thoroughly follows up with his patients, and he truly cares about helping us get back to what we love doing!!!

Review №145

2020-11-04 16:57:16

Dr. Gonzales is an awesome practitioner and chiropractor. He finds the root cause of the issue and empowers the patient to overcome their pain and discomfort. I’ve been lucky enough to attend a workshop of his and learned so many clinical pearls and tidbits that I will one day implement in my practice. I would highly recommend any of his workshops and treatment methods and look forward to learning from him in the future!!

Review №146

2019-04-29 15:35:39

P2 Sports Care ROCKS!I came to Dr. Gonzales with burning sciatic pain going down my right leg from my butt cheek to calf :(I had previously done massage, physical therapy, acupuncture and seen another chiropractor and none of it helped. After some of them, it even got worse!From the get go he was extremely supportive and you could tell he truly cared about getting me better. He really took his time to figure out what I was going through. I felt like he was a detective trying to solve a crime! He had me do a bunch of physical tests and was immediately able to find out what was causing my sciatica pain and how to keep me from making it worse (turns out it was probably coming from my deadlift form). Then he took me through some super simple exercises that immediately reduced my pain! I was shocked! That was the first sign of relief I had found in the 4 months this was going on!After my 3rd appt I was completely pain-free! Dr. Gonzales then took me through a strengthening program to keep my pain from coming back. The exercises were challenging but he kept things fun the whole time. Within 8 visits I was not only completely pain free but I was stronger and more confident than before. I cant wait to see how much better I get!I cant recommend Dr. GOnzales enough. Finding him was a blessing. If you have pain and want to get rid of it without having to do a bunch of BS that wont help first, then definitely go to Dr. Gonzales in Huntington Beach and hell get you right!

Review №147

2020-11-19 04:09:49

My experience with Performance Place and Dr. Dawne has been amazing so far. I was in a car accident earlier this year that caused soft tissue damage. After my MRI came back with no serious damage, I was given no direction on how to heal myself properly. Months later, the injury returned but 100x worse to the point of what I thought was no return. I found Dr. Dawne and she LISTENED to what I was feelig, physiccally an emotionally. I have been to two appointments and feel so much better and have the information of how to put the work into my continued healing outside of my visits with her. If you are someone whos been turned down, or feel that no one will properly listen to your pain, do yourself a favor and drop in to see her. She is the sweetest and has so much knowledge. She will not leave you in the dark about why she does anything! Thank you for giving me hope I can be the athlete I was last year :)

Review №148

2020-02-13 15:59:23

This place is awesome! I thought I had Piriformis Syndrome and I had been going to a chiropractor for three months. I was doing twice a week therapy, massage, had cortisone injections - no relief.Then I saw Dr. Gonzales and my life is changing for the better. First, I do not have Piriformis Syndrome. Second, I learned where the problem is in my back and we have a plan to treat it and make it better. Within a few days of seeing him my pain reduced by half and the duration was much shorter. It has been a month now and I am amazed at how much better I feel. I am learning how to strengthen my body, how to reduce any pain I may get, and working to a better body. My choice was to try Dr. Gonzales or go to a pain management doctor to see about shots and long term pain management. I am so glad I made the choice I made.

Review №149

2024-01-17 14:35:49

Always Learning and refining his craft!!Dr. Gonzales is always up on the latest research, always refining his craft and looking for ways that his patients can help themselves understand the issue, define the issue and correct the issue! Equipping his patients with the knowledge and tools necessary to regain and maintain control over their situation. Thank you Dr. G! I highly recommend Dr. Sebastian and Performance Place to anyone that wants to recover and be an active participant in their recovery. **Patient, help heal they self!!**

Review №150

2019-09-30 15:34:49

After coming across multiple doctors who had no true intentions to help me get better, I drove 3 hours to get seen by Dr. Gonzales. Dr. Gonzales really takes the time to educate you and help you to his full potential. He instantly made the pain I had been feeling for months feel ten times better!I truly feel blessed to have such an amazing, efficacious and caring doctor.

Review №151

2018-01-11 16:13:09

Im a klutz and Im always getting hurt. Ive had minor rotator cuff and meniscus tears - both of which were diagnosed and treated by Dr. Gonzales. He performed MSK ultrasounds on my shoulder and knee and proceeded to perform ART (Active Release Techniques) to break up the scar tissue so it could heal properly and I could go back to my full range of mobility without pain. He also created a rehab plan for me!! That was SO important because I do CrossFit, yoga and run so I needed to know how to modify certain movements in order to prevent more damage or pain.Every visit is always so much fun. Dr. Gonzales is always friendly and welcoming, and also very understanding. The most important thing though, is that he is PASSIONATE. He tries to encourage everyone to learn as much about their injuries as possible so they can focus on preventative care, printing out informational documents, emailing articles, and even making videos! Ive used many of his videos on YouTube to remind myself how to do some rehab movements or stability/mobility exercises.I enjoy every visit with Dr. Gonzales. He and his staff are always so wonderful and I will remain loyal to his practice forever.

Review №152

2021-12-31 21:59:50

This place is awesome! Far different from most chiropractors Ive experienced and they care a lot about their staff and their clients. Its a holistic approach so you feel like youre getting deeper knowledge while feeling AMAZING! After my first session I noticed a lot of great progress.

Review №153

2019-09-16 16:14:05

Im an avid marathoner and running coach in Long Beach, CA and this past year got to a point where my left hip was extremely achy. I saw several docs who thought it was hip dysplasia, torn labrum, stress fracture, etc. The pain was keeping me up at night and I was in fear that I was causing permanent damage. After confirming it was none of that through x-rays, I saw Dr. G - whod already worked with a few of my athletes and produced great results for them. I was hopeful he could help me alleviate the pain and get me healthy enough to chase my marathon goals. After several tests, he confirmed I had a pinched nerve and glute weakness on my left side that worsened it. He gave me a quick, at home remedy - what he calls first aid to alleviate the pain. Worked immediately and I felt great within the day. After that, we focused on strengthening my hips, glutes, and core to give me more power and improved form when running. Since seeing him, Ive run my fastest 400 m ever and got a 16 second 5k PR with no pain in my hip since my first day seeing him. Im hoping to run a sub 3 hour marathon this fall and couldnt even imagine myself attempting it without Dr Gs help. He is AMAZING and I cannot recommend him enough!

Review №154

2017-03-11 16:20:57

I am a personal trainer who deals with a number of injury prone young athletes, and middle aged weekend warriors. I constantly see clients with shoulder pain, knee pain, back pain, etc. I was always hesitant to send them out to physical therapy programs that I was unfamiliar with, as I have had very little success with such programs personally. But I can happily say that after being treated by Dr. Gonzales myself, I confidently refer any clients suffering from nagging injuries to him.I have seen Dr. Gonzales for foot pain, knee, and shoulder problems. Some of the injuries that Dr. Gonzales helped me with have been problems, on and off, for over 10 years. During that time, I have had surgeries, seen physical therapists, and chiropractors. What I have found is that almost all of them went strait to the injury, and began treating the symptoms, which helped in the short term, but the symptoms always returned. By way of contrast, Dr. Gonzales helped me find the underlying structural imbalances that caused the problems in the first place. By creating rehabilitation programs that addressed these issues, I was able to strengthen the underlying problems so that I was able to return to an active lifestyle, without the reemergence of my old injuries.

Review №155

2021-07-01 18:11:59

I’ve been battling a bad left hip for 6 months and it steadily worsened to the point that walking and sleeping were a struggle – let alone hiking, biking, skiing, golfing, or any recreational activity. Orthopedics, X-rays, Chiropractors, you-tubers were all dead ends. I feel so fortunate I found Dr. Sebastian Gonzales. Just after one virtual visit he was able to diagnose my problem and give me exercises to relieve the pain. And after 2 more virtual visits Im amazed how all of my symptoms have melted away. It was like peeling away layers of the onion. Today Im walking, biking, sleeping, and golfing(!) with no pain. If you’re reading this and on the fence about making the call – just do it. You will be amazed like me.

Review №156

2021-03-21 00:14:01

Dr. Dawne Costantino is amazing! By attending appointments both in person and online at Performance Place Sports, I was able to get the help I needed, and my muscular condition resolved in half the time I expected. Dr. Dawne did an excellent job diagnosing my condition and creating a treatment and recovery plan for me. The exercises she gave me helped so much, and I am already getting stronger. Thank you Performance Place Sports!

Review №157

2021-01-28 17:50:56

Dr. Gonzales and Dr. Constantino are phenomenal. Both are constantly continuing to learn and push themselves to be as up to date as possible on the latest evidence based practices. They tailor their treatment towards individual specific needs and goals. Having taken courses by Dr. Gonzales, the information he cultivates and teaches is second to none. I highly recommend Performance Place as they provide a thorough understanding and management plan with their patients. As well as patient empowerment through exercises and movement modifications. As a healthcare professional, I would also highly recommend the material that Dr. Gonzales provides via his social media outlets and courses, they further enhance any clinician’s understanding and treatment methods, as well as fast tracking results and maintaining them.

Review №158

2020-09-22 16:47:13

About a year ago, I began to have lower back and hamstring pain that was keeping me from crushing weights at the gym. I sit a lot for work and that seemed to be making things worse. One day it was so bad while I was squatting that I had to stop my entire workout. The hamstring felt so tight its like it was about to rip in half!After 3 chiropractors and 1 physical therapist, I finally found Sebastian at Performance Place Sports Care. Within 2 sessions, I was squatting again AND able to work throughout the day without the lower backache coming on. Prior to that, I was only able to sit for 30 minutes at a time and now I can go all the way till lunch without having the pain in my lower back, glute, and hamstring.Dr. Sebastian was the only chiropractor who was able to help me this quickly. The funny thing is that he didnt even need to adjust me! He examined my low back and hip and concluded that my low back, hip, and hamstring pain was coming from a low back disc herniation.He gave me 3 exercises to do at home for the first week. By the end of the first week, I was soooo much better. The second day I saw him, he had me squat again. He taught me how to use tension from the feet to protect my low back and how to squat without pain. Amazing stuff!Im only bummed that they are moving to Costa Mesa from Huntington Beach soon. I drive from LA area but if I have an issue again Id have no problem making that drive to get such great results!Thanks again!

Review №159

2022-10-20 06:50:07

Dawne is amazing! I came in to get an adjustment and have her look at my wrist tendonitis, because I want to get rid of it and she found out through an assessment that my tendonitis pain stems from a culmination of overusage and C7 radiculopathy going all the way up my shoulder with limited mobility. Cant wait to get this fixed up more. I will definitely be back.

Review №160

2021-02-23 02:26:34

I am a violinist and music educator and I came in for a chronic ulnar nerve condition that I have had off and on for over 8 years. At its worst I would have nerve flare ups that would result in pain, tingling and numb pinky and ring fingers. Over the course of this time I have seen numerous hand/arm specialists, neurologists, physical therapists, chiropractors, and acupuncturists all over orange and LA county. While some of these visits resulted in short term relief, I was advised during others to get ulnar nerve transposition for cubital tunnel syndrome. However, at Performance Place Dr. Gonzalez diagnosed me with C8 radiculopathy (a new diagnosis) and gave me a 3 step chronological plan for treatment. This was the first time I felt I was getting treated for a condition and not a symptom. I have been working with Dr. Gonzalez and his staff (one on one) for the past few weeks (about 6 visits now) and have not had symptoms since. Dr. Gonzalez and Dr. Costantino are different in that they educate you and show you how to take control of your condition and keep it in check. The staff at Performance Place are very honest, caring, and knowledgeable. However, they keep it real and keep you focused on your end goal. If you follow their directions and are willing to put in the work, I am confident you too will get results.

Review №161

2020-02-04 14:50:57

In my first week of training for the Boston Marathon, I had a sudden onset of Plantar Fasciitis, an injury I didnt know the warning signs for. I was sidelined due to the pain and the risk of worsening the injury. Dr. Gonzales was doing a test trial of a his Runners Foot & Ankle Pain video guide (I live in NY state), and I signed on. Within days of following the prescribed exercises I had less pain in my foot. A few days later I was able to resume running without pain. Ive incorporated his movements into my daily routine, and now at the slightest tinge of PF I resume some of the first aid moves to nip it in the bud. I highly recommend this approach to anyone experiencing nagging injuries such as PF or IT band.

Review №162

2022-01-10 08:33:43

Dr Sebastian is a one of a kind Dr. He really takes a different approach when treating his patients that creates more of a successful adherence to their program and resolving the primary issue. He takes the time to explain what needs to be done. Definitely recommend!

Review №163

2021-04-02 04:56:48

Dr.Gonzalez is the “ What you see on Youtube, is what you get”. He is very professional, super good listener, great body trouble shooter, ( kind of like a good car mechanic who clearly does it for the love of his job). He spent 1hr working with me listenning and testing different excercises until he narrowed it down to just 2-3 simple ones and by the end of my first session I felt about 50% better than when I walked in. My first week of following his simple moves I was able to sleep painlessly all week, which is all in itself a success enough bcs I spent last 2 years in painfull nights, turning from one side to another and at times taking meds just so I do not go crazy. I tried Chiropractors, Physical Therapy, Prolotherapy, medications, heat&cold therapy and nothing worked like Dr.Gonzalez’ carring approach. He is the real thing and if you can get to his office, I suggest you take your last hope and give him a crack at your problem. His excercises are composed of some rather odd movements but they sure work. I have done many stretches and strenght excercises as an avid runner in my life but none like the ones that Dr.Gonzalez tried on me. Thank you Dr.Gonzalez for your love of kinetics. Go figure, this is the first Chiropractor I have ever met who never cracked one bone in my body, just stretching and strenghtenning excercises!!!

Review №164

2020-06-13 02:14:25

This place is life changing, came in with lower back injury after a fall thinking I was going to have to live with this pain after every workout and or activity and came here and meet with Dr. Sebastian and was proven wrong. After a few sessions my pain is virtually gone and I can hike, bike, ride and lift with out any worry and better range of motion. He Is extremely patient and does a great job teach you. If you’re looking for a place That’s not just going to adjust you and send you on your way this is the place! Five ⭐️s

Review №165

2021-11-23 15:25:51

I went to performance place yesterday for the first time. The clinic is quite, clean, and friendly.. I was thoroughly assessed and treated by Amr and Sebastian. All my questions were answered and the level of care + thought processes behind figuring out what was going on with my back was unmatched!I highly recommend this clinic for an evidence based approach for treating/managing your pain

Review №166

2020-02-06 06:58:26

Sebastian Gonzales really knows how to heal sports injuries. We first came to Sebastian upon the recommendation of a friend who Sebastian helped with a back injury. My 16-year-old son had a recurring groin injury from soccer that physical therapy had not helped, so we gave Sebastian a try. So glad we did! He showed my son simple exercises to do to put his body in balance and strengthen his core, which alleviated the groin strain. Then my son got his foot stomped on in a soccer game and the xray showed no fracture but it continued to hurt, for weeks. We had Sebastian examine the foot. He sensed there was an injury the xray didnt show, and recommendedan an MRI. We got our doctor to order an MRI, and sure enough, it showed a bruise/hairline fracture of the growth plate on the foot, and my son got a cast. After my son got his cast off, Sebastian gave him exercises to do to get his foot and leg back in shape. So glad we found Sebastian!

Review №167

2020-05-25 20:22:59

Dr. Dawne is the best! I have had lingering neck and back pain from football and military training. I have tried everything to help alleviate the pain. Dr. Dawne took the time to discuss my past injuries and plan out my therapy, from daily exercises and therapeutic treatments. I have noticed a significant improvement since I have started working with her. I have noticed the biggest changes in simple things like working around the office and being able to tackle workouts I have not been able to do in years. Would recommend Dr. Dawne 1000% for anyone looking to make an immediate and lasting change!

Review №168

2021-10-26 20:54:56

I am a current professional baseball player that was unfortunately injured last season. Dr. Seb and staff assisted in not only getting me back to healthy but also educated/informed of ways I can modify how I workout to prevent reoccurring injuries.I have also had several friends both athletes/non-athletes get taken care of and were able to match my experience as well.

Review №169

2019-08-05 18:29:30

I have been a long-distance runner for over 10 years and had been struggling with heel pain for the past couple of years. I have seen many doctors, orthopedics and physical therapist, all which helped a little each time, but nothing was working to solve for the daily pain. The last doctor I saw diagnosed me with planer fasciitis – I tried rest, PT, insoles in my running shoes and while it helped at times, it still was not solving the underlying problem.The Performance Place and Dr. Gonzales are awesome! He helped me with glute and core strengthening exercises that made the pain go away!Dr. Gonzales knows what hes doing and explains whats going on. If youre serious and want to get better, this is worth your time and money.

Review №170

2016-12-02 23:59:15

Im a runner who has been in and out of PT since I was 15 (so nearly 30 years now). Dr. Gonzales seems like the first person who has treated more than my immediate symptoms and really identified and intensively addressed the underlying cause of my injuries. If you are looking for a quick fix, this is not it, but if you are serious about staying off the treatment table for good, he is your guy.

Review №171

2021-11-15 16:55:23

Performance Place in Costa Mesa, CA is truly a gem in Southern California. Dr. Sebastian Gonzales and Dr. Dawne Constantino are true experts in low back pain, neck pain or any pain for that matter. They are able to get down to what is causing your problems and help you get out of it quicker than anyone I have ever seen. I was lucky enough to be treated by them and also be an intern for their company. They do a thorough job of navigating someones problems all well making sure the patients decision making is at the center. Everything they do is done with care, expertise, and compassion. They are also phenomenal at finding out if your pain needs further evaluation by another specialist and get you to see them as quickly as possible. They are exactly what anyone could hope for in a Doctor.

Review №172

2021-01-26 17:35:09

At age 17, I sustained a serious spinal injury during a baseball game. That lower back injury has plagued me for the past 35 years. Over the past several years, I have taken up distance running and swimming. My back injury flares up all-too-frequently, and recently I started having trouble with my thoracic spine (bulging disc), largely from problems in my general posture and my running form, which were exacerbated by adding a lot of mileage too quickly (I.e., basically just terrible training on my part). Anyway, my lower back was improving but my mid- and upper-back were getting worse. Finally, the thoracic region became so inflamed that I simply could not run. Even swimming was painful. I ended up having to take 2 months off of running and swimming casually. During this time, I visited several conventional chiropractors. They were fine, but they really didn’t seem to relate well or even grasp the extent of my exercise involvement or my commitment to it.On the recommendation of my sister, who’s a very accomplished long-distance runner, I sought out a consultation with P2 Sports Care. I ended up in a half-hour video consultation with Mary Lou. At the outset of the Zoom session, I was a little flustered, as I had mis-timed my run that day and was just coming in and hadn’t yet stretched. Mary Lou instantly put me at ease. Her calm and reassuring tone and demeanor immediately made me feel comfortable just being in the space with her. This was not the typical “clinical and technical” vibe I’ve encountered with other chiropractic services. Mary Lou asked what was going on, both in general and in specific reference to my current back issues. Due to her welcoming tone — her verbal and non-verbal communication skills are extraordinary — I felt very comfortable talking about my background, my general way of living, and the specifics of my current concerns.Mary Lou responded affirmatively and reassuringly to my account and asked what I wanted to get out of the session. “I want to get stronger, more flexible, and be mostly pain free.” (I say mostly because I’m 52 and some kind of daily pain or at least discomfort is to be expected .. :) … ). Mary Lou said “Ok, let’s get you moving!” From there she walked me through stretches, movements, and strengthening exercises. The first was chin retractions. I’ve had several chiropractors tell me to do these. Mary Lou had me do them and then helped me make small adjustments to improve their efficacy. For instance, she told me to hold the retraction in the back position for 2 seconds before releasing to neutral, and she instructed me to keep the crown of my head pointing straight up. These two seemingly minuscule adjustments produced HUGE improvements in how that stretch improves my thoracic and cervical areas. She also instructed me in the “Low Bear,” which is a tremendously helpful exercise that no other chiropractor had ever shown me. Mary Lou even offered a special extra — a demo of an exercise to further strengthen my gluts. This has made a big difference in my running, and I didn’t even ask for that!Overall, I have to say that the half hour I spent with Mary Lou was more valuable than a half dozen standard chiropractic visits combined. She really helped me, and she very clearly loves what she does. I have benefitted from her expertise, no doubt about it. Equally important, or more so, I left the interaction with her feeling enriched … she’s the kind of person with whom an interaction leaves you feeling good about yourself, the world, and your place in it. That’s so hard to come by. Thanks, Mary Lou!

Review №173

2020-08-10 19:28:38

I will try and make this short and sweet. Before meeting Dr. Gonzalez I was diagnosed with a C5/6 degenerative disc, lower back pain, SI joint sprain and could not run, walk or sit in normal intervals without having pain. I had at best a pain level of 4-5 out of 10, 24x7x365 and this lasted for 5 years. I tried everything and met w/ multiple different physicians and PTs. Using Dr. Gonzalezs exercises and videos, I am now back to being fully active!! I trail run, play basketball, surf and most importantly play with my 3 young kids. Life saver!

Review №174

2022-01-25 20:52:08

After years of suffering from occasional lower back pain and neck pain and fearing its return, Sebastian hooked me up with exercises and best practices to fix me up. Im honestly amazed at how well it worked! No need for drugs or stretches or surgeries. What he did for me made perfect sense, and I feel like I now have complete control over stopping further blow-outs and back issues.

Review №175

2014-12-10 06:14:16

After seeing several different specialists for my hip pain, I found Dr. Gonzales and he was the only one who was able to make it feel better after just one visit. I got into a car accident about a year later and he was the first person I sought to address my back pain. Now I am pain free and stronger than ever. Dr. G is knowledgeable, personable, and an all-around great guy who cares about his patients. Thanks for everything, Dr. G!!

Review №176

2021-10-31 16:57:19

Best of the best! I have been seeing Dr Seb for over 10 years! He helped treat low back issues, plantar fasciitis, knee pain, everything. He doesn’t just work on the issue at hand, he walks you through the mechanics of the body. I’ve had better experiences with him than any physical therapist I’ve ever been to. 🙌🏻

Review №177

2019-11-12 19:10:28

I am a competitive track runner and during the first race of my 2019 season, my left foot went numb. I continued to have left side numbness and problems with my left side overall. Because I am a DC student, I went to observe at Dr. Gonzaless office and he did an exam on me and figured out how to get my numbness to go away! He also fixed some of the other issues I had on that side, like a glute that wouldnt turn on whenever I did my lifting and strengthening exercises. I was so impressed, I decided to intern at the office, because nobody had been able to figure out how to fix my glute for a year. Im so happy I found this office! I can thank Dr. G for my best season ever!

Review №178

2021-10-22 03:32:21

After a car accident, I came in one time and with that knowledge alone I was able to correct the issues that were occurring allowing to continue with my athletic training. Not saying they are miracle workers all situations are case to case. However Sebastian was extremely helpful allowing me to heal from my discomforts!

Review №179

2022-01-01 01:49:46

Ive been a huge fan of Dr. Gonzales and the Team at P2sportscare, I am young sports chiropractor, and the P2 premium podcast helps keep my skills sharp. I can say without a doubt that P2sportscare has had a huge impact on my career so far. I highly recommend them!

Review №180

2021-11-09 17:05:18

Doc(Seb) is the reason Im able to still play baseball at the level Im playing into my late 50s. Hes helped me develop my fitness regime as well as my rehabilitation on many occasions. Cannot recommend his services highly enough.

Review №181

2019-09-19 22:14:58

Im an ahtlete who has had several injuries within my hips and associate pains. Dr. Gonzales has been a huge help in getting me going in the right direction for recovery. There is a structure and process to truly get people better and being able to take care of themselves here, not just a grab to get you coming back for endless treatment. If you want to get better, come here.

Review №182

2021-10-25 14:41:31

Ive been living with back pain for the past 15 years, the pain was tolerable but made my life worst as it made everyday activities uncomfortable enough to avoid. Ive tried many different doctors and therapies and nothing has worked. Over the past few months, Ive been doing video sessions with Dawne and while my back isnt fixed, Ive seen great improvement in my day to day activities. I now have a much greater understanding of my pain and how to manage it. More than an specific exercise or routine, Dawne has helped me reach a deep understanding of my pain and has given me many tools to work with it.

Review №183

2020-11-11 02:44:59

Ive discovered Dr. Gonzales through listening to his podcasts when I first started chiropractor school. His podcasts are casual but yet educational! I was then lucky enough to meet Dr. Gonzales through attending his webinars and workshops, which I love going to. Not only is he very knowledgeable, but he has a passion for sharing that knowledge to clinicians and patients.

Review №184

2016-05-17 15:43:46

I highly recommend Dr.Sebastian, I have had a lot of issues with chronic patella tendonitis in both knees for the last few years. He was very informative and thorough with his explanations of what was needed to deal with the issues. Within 3 months I was pain free and after 6 months from first treatment I had regained full strength and have not had any dilemmas since.

Review №185

2020-11-16 16:20:57

If youre looking for a great doc in the CA area, look no further. Dr. Gonzales has taught me how to be a better clinician over the last few years by getting me to look outside of the box and give patients the best possible outcome. If youre looking to not only feel better but move and live better, youve found your guy!

Review №186

2020-09-23 15:15:00

Our teenage daughter, who plays high level soccer, was injured a year ago, and struggled to get better ever since. During this time, we spent $7,000 out of pocket, she saw 6 doctors, 6 PTs, 2 chiropractors, MRIs, MRA, X-rays, and still couldnt train with 100% effort without pain. We saw Dawne and Sebastien on their YouTube channel, and decided to give them a shot as had nothing to lose.After the first Virtual Appointment with Dawne, her pain went away the very next day, and have been able to train and play with no pain. We have to say, Dawne did not force us to purchase any program as all she did was test our daughter to see what could be causing the pain. In addition to seemingly solve 12 months of frustration, we were really amazed of how honest their approach was to patients well being, and not just about selling. Our daughter is now on a strengthening program, and chugging along just fine.

Review №187

2015-06-26 04:28:42

I just completed the Achilles study with Dr. Gonzales last Friday. I was very happy to find that there were no issues to be found . I had a lot of questions to ask related to the study and a lot of other questions outside of the study. Dr. Gonzales was very thorough and offered a lot of valuable information that I will take with me to my training. I really enjoyed my visit, and I hope to visit his office again soon.

Review №188

2022-01-26 20:52:49

Sebastian and his staff are the best. Friendly and professional. They expertly customize my treatment plan to best serve my needs. I can say in the time I’ve been here my pain has almost completely gone away. I’m confident I will be pain free very soon with their help.

Review №189

2019-08-28 16:11:46

Dr. Gonzalez is awesome. Ive seen him for rotator cuff/shoulder and lower back pain. Both times his treatment not only cured my ailments but he takes pride in educating his clients to prevent injury in the future. Great guy, highly recommended!

Review №190

2020-09-23 14:51:40

I play baseball and I love to throw out people from center. Its my passion in life. To have someone run on you and be able to get them is the best feeling in baseball. Probably in the world!Dr. Sebastian was able to help me over a throwing injury that was robbing me of the pleasure of throwing people out. Thank you! Youre the best chiropractor I know!

Review №191

2021-02-10 04:29:35

AMAZING!!! Sebastian was the only person able to fix the pain in my neck. Ive been dealing with neck issues for several years as a result of a car accident. Ive tried it all and Sebastian nails it every time! His ART treatment gives me instant relief.

Review №192

2020-02-19 01:34:41

Dawne has helped me improve my workout in a tremendous way! For the past 3 years I have had lower back pain after workouts that didn’t allow me to increase in weight and sleep right. I met with Dawne and she taught me the proper way to squat and deadlift. She showed me some simple corrective exercises that I can do daily to help my spine and my lower back pain. Which has helped so much and improved my posture!I would 100% recommend Dawne and Performance Place.

Review №193

2014-08-04 00:22:55

I came here for some insight on a partial hamstring tendon care, a knee injury as well as a shoulder injury. We did some ultrasounds and I can say that Sebastin educated me more than any other previous doctor. I recommend anyone with any injury to go there. Not only will you become better, it feels like a place you want to go and get rehab. Close knit people there. It is always nice to go to a sports doctor that genuinely understands how it feels to be an injured athlete. Go see Sebastin.

Review №194

2021-04-28 06:11:01

Dr. Gonzalez and Dr. Costantino are both great drs! they are respectful, kind, and very knowledgable. They have such a great understanding of pain and biomechanics, which is super helpful to learn. I love their YouTube videos, and instagram posts because they want to educate their audience while still helping them achieve their goals without pain. I would totally recommend to everyone!

Review №195

2019-04-24 16:13:12

I recommend Performance Place Sports Care & Chiropractic to everyone. Their facility is clean and professional. Dr. Gonzales is focussed on you and your individual needs. He will work with you and create a treatment plan is specific to you.

Review №196

2023-03-17 00:30:40

Great experience! Sebastian helped relieve my neck and shoulder pain. Just after the first visit I noticed pain free range of motion.

Review №197

2021-04-26 16:51:07

122 reviews - all 5 stars. That pretty much says all you need to know... Dr. Sebastian and his team have a common sense approach to empowering you to regain basic mobility, then building on that. Slow, steady and consistency. Follow their leadership, trust the process and earn your results. Love this place!

Review №198

2020-02-11 17:29:56

This place is the best! I came in to see Dr. Seb Gonzales because of a lower back injury. The pain was so bad, I was not able to stand up straight. Seb put a plan together to correct my back pain. I was worked out once a week, progressively harder each visit and after 3 weeks the pain was gone. Thank you Dr. Gonzales and staff for getting me back to feeling good again.

Review №199

2015-10-14 20:45:58

Seb is a great teacher and very proficient in several different modalities. He helped me understand and move past a 10+ year back problem. I thought I needed more intensive muscle release when Seb was able to explain why strength training was the fix cure for me. Above all hes a great honest guy who genuinely wants to help you feel great!