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Chiropractor in El Sobrante, CA

Personalized, evidence-based chiropractic care to help relieve pain, improve movement, and support your return to everyday life. At Rixen Chiropractic, we provide hands-on treatment, rehab support, and advanced options like Shockwave Therapy for patients in El Sobrante and nearby communities.

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Evidence-Based Chiropractic Care for Better Movement

Last Reviewed By Dr. Trevor Minton, D.C. on June 29, 2026.
Reviewed For: clinical accuracy, patient safety, service appropriateness, and scope-of-practice accuracy.

At Rixen Chiropractic, we help people in El Sobrante move better, feel stronger, and get back to the parts of life pain has interrupted. Whether you are sitting at a desk all day, recovering after an injury, dealing with chronic discomfort, or struggling to pick up your kids without pain, our goal is to understand what is limiting you and build care around real progress.

Our chiropractor provides personalized care for neck pain, back pain, headaches, sciatica, disc-related pain, whiplash, car accident injuries, chronic pain, and other movement-limiting conditions. Treatment may include chiropractic adjustments, rehab exercises, chronic pain management, spinal decompression, and Shockwave Therapy based on your needs, goals, and exam findings.

We proudly serve patients in El Sobrante, Richmond, San Pablo, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo, Orinda, Martinez, and El Cerrito with care that is hands-on, practical, and available in both English and Spanish.

What Our Patients Are Saying

Pain, Injury, And Mobility Conditions We Treat

Back Pain Treatment

Back pain can interfere with work, sleep, lifting, walking, and everyday comfort. We evaluate the source of your symptoms and build a care plan focused on improving movement and reducing pain.

Carpal Tunnel Treatment

Tingling, numbness, weakness, and hand discomfort can make simple tasks frustrating. We assess how irritation and movement dysfunction may be contributing to your symptoms and provide care aimed at improving function.

Disc Injury Treatment

Disc-related pain can create sharp discomfort, limited mobility, and nerve symptoms that travel into the arms or legs. We create treatment plans that support recovery while helping you move with more confidence.

Frozen Shoulder Treatment

Frozen shoulder can make reaching, dressing, driving, and sleeping difficult. We use hands-on care and rehab strategies to improve mobility and help restore more normal shoulder movement over time.

Headache And Migraine Treatment

Headaches can be linked to tension, neck dysfunction, and stress on surrounding structures. We assess contributing factors and build care around reducing physical strain and improving overall comfort.

Hip Pain Treatment

Hip pain can affect walking, standing, exercise, and even how you sleep. We look at how the hip, low back, and surrounding movement patterns are working together to guide more effective treatment.

Neck Pain Treatment

Neck pain can make it hard to work, drive, sleep, or turn your head comfortably. Our care focuses on improving motion, easing restriction, and helping you move with less pain.

Sciatica Treatment

Sciatica often causes pain, tingling, or numbness that travels from the low back into the leg. We assess the underlying issue and create a plan to reduce irritation, improve movement, and support lasting progress.

Shoulder Pain Treatment

Shoulder pain can limit lifting, reaching, training, and basic daily activity. We use a combination of hands-on care and rehab support to improve function and help you return to normal use.

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Meet The Rixen Chiropractic Team

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Dr. Trevor Minton

Chiropractor / Owner

Dr. Trevor Minton provides evidence-based, hands-on chiropractic care built around each patient’s goals. His approach combines manual adjusting, rehab support, and advanced treatment options like Shockwave Therapy to help patients reduce pain, move better, and get back to the parts of life they have been missing.
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Kacie Rixen

Office Manager

Kacie helps keep the office running smoothly and supports patients throughout their experience with our team. From scheduling to intake and day-to-day coordination, she helps make each visit feel organized, efficient, and welcoming.
Process

What To Expect At Your First Chiropractic Visit

Reach Out To Our Office

Once you contact us, we gather your information and send your intake forms by email or to your phone, whichever is easier for you.

Complete Your Intake And First Visit

You can complete your forms before your appointment or in the office on a tablet. If you prefer, paper forms are available at the clinic.

Your first visit is about 30 minutes and focuses on why you came in, what you are dealing with, and what you want to get back to doing.

Start A Personalized Care Plan

From there, we build a care plan around your goals using the right mix of chiropractic care, rehab support, and other recommended treatment options to help you make steady progress.

Meet The Team
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Insurance, Self-Pay, And Payment Options

We accept most major insurance plans including; Kaiser, Blue Cross, Anthem, Aetna, and Cigna. Please upload your card prior to your visit or bring your card in so we can verify benefits prior to treatment.

Copays, deductibles, and out-of-network balances are collected at the time of service.

Self-pay options and payment are always available — ask our front desk for details.

If needed, we’ll provide documentation for insurance claims or flexible spending accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer same-day appointments?

Yes. We do offer same-day appointments when availability allows.

Do you accept walk-ins?

Yes. Walk-ins are welcome.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes. We accept most major insurance plans.

What happens at the first chiropractic visit?

Your first visit is about 30 minutes. We review why you came in, what you are trying to achieve, and begin building a care plan around your goals.

Do you provide rehab or exercise plans?

Yes. We offer personalized rehab and exercise plans as part of care when appropriate.

Do you offer Spanish support?

Yes. Spanish support is available, and we also use a translator earpiece when more detailed communication is needed.