Complete Performance Center

Seeing Dr. Chris was the best thing I have ever done for my wellbeing!
A few years ago, I injured my arms and had to have 2 surgeries followed by years of physical therapy, cortisone injections and various doctors. I had hit a plateau and wasn’t getting better. I figured I had to just learn to live with the excruciating pain and as a last resort I decided to go to Dr. Chris. I felt like he actually listened to me and cared about what I had to say regarding my injury. He provided me with great insight/​information and made me very involved with my recovery. He was even able to diagnose me with a nerve disorder, which was a major part of the recovery. I love how he uses a multi-​faced and creative approach to putting you back together! It was not only the hands-​on manipulation, it was that in combination with graston, anti-​inflammation supplements, various stretches/​exercises and some changes to diet.
Dr. Chris has been able to dramatically decrease my pain and inflammation, while substantially increasing my strength and flexibility. It was horrible to live life with chronic pain and thanks to Dr. Chris and his amazing staff at CPC I have finally been able to get my independence back! If it weren’t for Dr. Chris and his persistent treatment and personal attention to my injury I would not be where I am today! He really is a miracle worker!

If I could give 10 stars I would. I have been suffering from tennis elbow since February (the date of this post is June 15, 2016). I tried everything under the sun, including a cortisone shot and basic physical therapy — NOTHING was working — in fact I was getting worse. I was referred to Dr. Chris because I was told he was a «miracle worker.» I am here to confirm that he ABSOLUTELY is. He was the first one in four months to clearly explain what was going on in my pain cycle, the consequences of not getting it under control and then set a treatment schedule. He said, «give me three weeks to get you better» and Wala! I was able to play light tennis last week and I am just about pain free in 4 weeks. Everything he said would happen has happened. Dr. Chris completely understands the workings of the body and how to manipulate it to alleviate the pain and promote healing, he truly is a miracle worker. I have already referred him to everyone I know that has an ailment and I plan to continue to see Dr. Chris for other areas of concern. He takes his time with each patient, always encourages questions and listens to what you tell him to help with your treatment. When he told me he would treat me like a professional athlete and would get me playing as soon as possible that was music to my ears — and he has definitely held up to his end of the bargain. If you have a new injury or if you’re at your whits end with an old injury — HE IS THE GUY!

I’ve been working with Dr Alvarez and his team for the past few months to help me with a very sore back. His work has put me on a path to recovery and I could not be happier.

I am seeing Dr. Chris and his team of PT experts at Complete Performance for a shoulder injury I’ve had for years. As the injury worsened, I tried everything from ice to yoga to massage to Salon Pas patches. Nothing was giving me relief or improvement for more than a day. Now that I’ve been seeing Dr Chris regularly for adjustments and stretching, my shoulder is seeing vast improvement. I am at about 75% of normal and I know that as fast as thing have improved, I will be at 100% in no time. Everyone in Dr Chris’ office is super pleasant and friendly and they know time is important so they give you their 100% attention while you are there and then get you out the door and back to your day to day life. I would not hesitate to recommend this business.

After 4 months being almost bedridden with severe knee pain and dealing with Orthopaedists who did not help one bit, a friend referred me to the genius that is Dr. Chris. In a few visits, he performed his magic and gave me specific exercises to do at home. WHAT A HUGE DIFFERENCE! I now walk with no limp most of the time and look forward to total healing by working with Dr. Chris. He is a Sports Medicine Chiropractor and appears, to me, to be an expert in his field. His knowledge is immense and he sincerely cares about his patients.
I was taught to fear Chiropractors (yes, really) but Dr. Chris has alleviated that fear.
I could go on and on about Dr. Chris and his wonderful staff, but I will spare readers and just say, «Go see Dr. Chris Alvarez for injuries and wellness. You will not be sorry.»
Oh! He also helps with weight loss too. I’m sure my excess weight makes healing a bigger challenge, but, I lost 6 pounds the first week I utilized his supplement! Thank you, Dr. Chris. I am so grateful!

Dr. Chris is amazing. My whole family goes to him and he has helped with issues my MD has told me was «arthritis», or that there was nothing they could do. Dr. Chris has helped my wife’s knee, ankle, shoulder, and hips. He’s helped my hand, wrist, back and sinuses. He’s also helped fix my daughters’ backs, shoulders, hips, knees, and sinuses. We all love him and I recommend him to all of my friends that are hurting-​it doesn’t matter what body part! He is amazing.

I came to Dr Chris Alvarez on Jan 15^th 2016 — I was «broken» and walking sideways. I had thrown out my lower back by just turning the wrong way. This of course was not the first time that this had happened and I have become very familiar with chiropractic and osteopathic help over the years — going back to my first session at 14 years old in England. Please note that I have never felt the need to write a review — but this time it’s different.
So — within ONE WEEK (3 appts.) Dr Chris had me walking upright and almost pain free — a personal record for me — as it usually takes at least three weeks to get anywhere near normal. Dr Chris is a miracle worker and is a no nonsense, no drama and no holding you hostage to a million sessions kinda guy — he just wants to fix you. He showed me how to stretch and of course insisted on frequent ice seasons — each time I went he listened to my progress and gave me further exercises to do to aid my recovery.
I should mention that nearing the end of my first week with Dr Chris he mentioned a meal supplement shake — he said it would help to heal my insides (I must admit that my diet at that point had taken a dump). Curious of course I tried it and lost 7lbs in little over a week (substituting both breakfast and lunch with a shake) The shake’s taste like ice-​cream with no after taste. I feel healthier and continue to lose weight and I LOVE IT!
So — diet in order and lower back fixed we get down to the nitty gritty. Why does my neck feel like it’s permanently got a crick in it and I have little to no mobility turning to my right? (a nightmare when pulling off a freeway let me tell you).
THE ANSWER — I have TMJ (look it up) — something which I had never heard of but apparently it derives from stress (clenching my jaw bone) and bad posture. Well, it just so happens that Dr Chris is a wizard with TMJ — something that my work buddy has lived with all her life because she was told there was no cure. THERE IS A CURE and it’s called DR CHRIS ALVAREZ!!! I am confident that he will fully fix this TMJ mallarchy and I will resume full mobility in my neck very soon. I have had two sessions on my TMJ thus far and the improvement is already VAST.
The thing about this place is that it provides everything for your complete recovery — chiro and then physio — there’s a gym with a ton of equipment in it and the way Dr Chris bobs between his patients is great — this guy is a miracle worker and his staff are super friendly and remember my name — gotta love that in this fast pace society called LA.
The End.

I am and will forever be grateful for the pain relief that I have now from seeing Dr. Alvarez. I «had» been suffering with chronic pain from a complicated case of RSD/​CRPS in my left foot and leg for the last 2 years. I started seeing Dr. Alvarez about 2 ½ months ago. I knew immediately his approach was different and this translated into my results being different than what I had experienced before with other practitioners, treatments, etc. My pain level has significantly improved and I am thrilled with results that I continue to have everyday.
Dr. Alvarez’s high level of clinical expertise coupled with his compassionate commitment to improve the lives of others is a true gift for anyone who is in pain. When I started treatment with Dr. Alvarez it started a new chapter in my life — a chapter I didn’t know could even exist because of all the pain I used to have. I would be remiss if I didn’t share with others about what Dr. Alvarez and Complete Performance Center can offer.
With much gratitude,
Jenn

Dr Alvarez is indeed a healer. He listens to what you have to say and then gets to the root of the problem. After almost a year (post-​surgery) in traditional physical therapy for a torn rotator cuff and Labrum, my recovery was going nowhere. I was still in pain and my range of motion was limited. Dr Alvarez had me feeling better in a few months and I was back to work within 6 months.

Dr. Chris and his staff are all top notch professionals. Dr. Chris’s approach with my family has been to get a complete solution. His cranial adjustments are unparalleled and for me instantly alleviated a painful headache and helped clear sinus congestion. The front office staff is very inviting and friendly. Cindy is an exceptional nutritionist who has helped greatly to improve my toddler’s health and boost her immunity. The massage therapist worked wonders for my wife and I after 12 hours in a plane. I wish I lived closer to have my family in for more regular treatments.

Dr Alvarez is my new hero.
I am an LA based Acrobat. I have been training acrobatics for a few years now with a background in competitive gymnastics. I have been having an issue for the last 8 months with my thumb. I had basically given up all hope until i saw Dr Alvarez.
My thumb (wrist) had left me unable to even do a single push-​up and i was looking for a new Dr to help be and hopefully heal me. I was given Dr Alvarez’s information and called right away. He came in EARLY just to see me– which in my experience is unheard of. He went out of his way just to help me, which in my eyes is enough for 5 stars.
I saw him bright and early the morning (i was set to leave for an Acro event). He saw me and did typical therapy. Icing and some muscle stem. He asked a ton of questions and told me that he was going to tape my wrist so i could make it through my weekend. I was skeptical… i was a gymnast and i have taped nearly every part of my body, how was this supposed to last through a 3-​day Acrobatics event? Well… it did. He used 3 different kinds of tape to create folds which helped to support my thumb and wrist. I have never been so impressed. I was even able to Handstand :) FINALLY!
After my return i saw Dr Chris two-​three time a week. We worked on my wrist regularly for about 5 weeks. He fixed the issue and gave me special things to do to strengthen my wrists so that something like this wouldn’t happen again!
I can honestly say that i have never been more impressed with a Dr.
Dr Chris– You’re a wrist saver :)

Dr Chris helped me with rehabing my IT band after and Ironman and 8 weeks off. 12 weeks after starting training again I’m back to full speed and did a 53 minute 10k today. THANK YOU CHRIS!

After seeing various chiropractors for a variety of running injuries over the past several months down in San Diego, I made an appointment with Dr. Chris during a business trip up to Thousand Oaks. I had seen him a few years ago for running injuries, but had since moved 3 hours away. With 2 weeks to go to my first stand alone marathon and first race in 4 years, I went in to Dr. Chris praying for a Hail Mary, literally! At that point my main problems were my left hip and fibulae which had overtaken the right hamstring problems I had been having. I saw Dr. Chris just two times before my race. He made some adjustments and did some magic with his miracle tape and I not only finished the Santa Rosa Marathon without any of these issues hurting, but got 2^nd place in my age group and qualified for the Boston Marathon by 24 minutes! I look forward to working with him over the next several months so I can go into Boston feeling better, stronger and faster than ever!

I like the fact that Dr Alverez finds the underlying issues leading to injury/​pain. He worked with my daughter earlier this summer as she was unable to run more than a few minutes without a lot of pain. Other assessments concentrated on the IT band specifically, but Dr Alverez determined in the first visit that the entire back of my daughter’s leg was weak and was contributing to imbalance and a lot of muscles were over compensating. with a régime of strengthening exercises she is now able to run pain free. It was really enlightening that this general weakness (whatever the cause) was diagnosed right away and didn’t lead to a chronic problem. Many thanks to Dr Alverez! Also, very impressed with the entire staff and center. Strongly recommend to make an appointment here and don’t waste any time in getting better!

Dr. Chris is amazing. He and his staff do everything they can do to make you feel better. I’ve been going to him for about 10 years and have never regretted it! Dr. Chris is truly a «magic healer».
I would definitely recommend.

Dr Chris is the man! Very knowledgable about my line of work and knows exactly how to treat everything! Will never go elsewhere. If your having issues, he’s the man to see!

Dr. Chris has worked with my son for several years now. I am amazed at how he has helped my son heal from sports injuries that our family doctor had given hopeless prognosis and just suggested giving up the sport. Dr. Chris and his staff are professional, extremely conscientious, and personable. I trust them implicitly with my son’s health. I highly recommend Dr. Chris and his staff!

Yes. Woohoo! As good as it gets!
Dr. Alvarez is beyond being a great chiropractor, and sports medicine guru!!!
We have endearingly used words like Wizard and Shaman to described how incredibly and ridiculously good Dr. Alvarez is.
I have been dealing with back pain for years, and afraid of what my future years would hold for me as far as being active and enjoying life. My back went haywire and I experienced the most excruciating pain that I have ever felt. I was so happy after my very first visit with Dr. Alvarez, because I felt better after my first treatment. I was not only happy about the decrease in pain, but I had information about what was happening with my body, and a PLAN to get better. I loved the information as much as the decrease in pain. I am now able to work out again, and looking forward to continuing to increase my activity and healing each day and week. It has been the biggest blessing for me.
I am not the only person in my family and extended family who has benefited from the knowledge and treatment of Dr. Alvarez. He is not only an incredibly good doctor, but he is an awesome person. He is surrounded by awesome people from the girls in the front office to the therapy people in the back office. It is a win-​win from the time you walk into the door.
I hope if you are experiencing pain, stiffness, etc. That you do yourself a favor and go to Dr. Alvarez. You will not be disappointed.

Dr, Chris is a wonderful chiropractor… he has helped our whole family immensely… he really sees the underlying problems and gives practical, easy exercises to help you eliminate them. My son has slight Scoliosis and with his manipulations and my son doing the exercises he was asked to do it’s gotten so much better! The office staff is very pleasant and Ryan in the work out area is both knowledgeable and fun to work with.

I’ve been in and out of many chiropractic offices in various parts of the country and at least four different ones in this area. I’m in my early 60s and have had a «frozen» shoulder for many years. After many visits with orthopedic physicians, physical therapists and other chiropractors, I finally found the right one, Dr. Chris Alvarez. This guy is amazing! I’ve never had a chiropractor (or any other practitioner) approach my shoulder issue like he has. He provided me with a very easy to understand diagram of the inflammation cycle and how he planned to treat my condition. He basically «deconstructed» my shoulder by removing the adhesions and muscle stiffness that had accumulated over the years. He has restored nearly all of my range of motion in my shoulder and neck. Now, in conjunction with his training staff and my trainer, he is rebuilding the strength and stability in my shoulder.
Where has this guy been hiding all these years? First off, he’s one of the nicest, most humble guys you’ll ever meet. He’s loved and respected by his staff and patients. He runs an incredibly efficient office and everyone there is genuinely happy.
I’ve barely scratched the surface on what he can do to help you. I trust him implicitly, and have recommended him to my family and friends. Give his office a call. You will not be disappointed with the results!