Gentle chiropractic
Dr. Kate uses craniosacral releases and other light, hands-on techniques instead of forceful adjustments. Treatment is calm and unhurried, and she explains what she's doing as she goes.
Santa Barbara · Since 2004
Dr. Kate RyndersDC, PT
A Doctor of Chiropractic and a physical therapist in one practice. Gentle, hands-on care for neck, shoulder and back pain, with no forceful adjustments.
New patient? Please call (805) 705-2434 first. Online booking is for existing patients.
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The approach
Gentle care, with a physical therapist's eye
Physical therapy built in
She trained as a physical therapist before becoming a chiropractor, so each visit draws on both: careful assessment, hands-on work, and practical movement guidance.
Neck, shoulders & back
Most people come in for neck, shoulder or back pain and stiffness. Whether it's new or has been around for a while, Dr. Kate will listen first and tailor the visit to you.
Services & prices
Chiropractic and physical therapy
Every visit can include chiropractic and physical therapy, depending on what you need that day. Simple, upfront cash pricing.
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$250
Initial evaluation
About 75 minutes. History, assessment and your first treatment.
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$100
30-minute appointment
Follow-up treatment for existing patients.
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$200
60-minute appointment
A longer follow-up when there's more to work on.
Cash-pay practice. Insurance is not billed.
About Dr. Kate
Trained as both a physical therapist and a chiropractor
Dr. Kate holds two degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and a Doctor of Chiropractic. Few practitioners are trained in both, so you get both kinds of care in one visit, from one person.
She began her career as a physical therapist, earning her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Vermont. She went on to earn her Doctor of Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Sciences.
She has cared for patients at this Santa Barbara office on Anacapa Street since about 2004. Her style blends the two fields: gentle chiropractic techniques, including craniosacral releases, alongside the hands-on assessment and movement work of physical therapy.
- Physical therapist
- BS, Physical Therapy, University of Vermont
- Chiropractor
- Doctor of Chiropractic (DC), Southern California University of Health Sciences
- In practice here
- Since about 2004
- Focus
- Neck, shoulder and back pain
Reviews
What patients say
5.0 on Google from 4 reviews
“Combining chiropractic techniques with physical therapy, the blend is a treatment that is gentle, targeted, and very effective. … her knowledge of human anatomy is impressive, her intuition apparent, and her demeanor super-pleasant. I would give her 6 stars if I could!”
“I have been seeing Dr. Kate Rynders regularly for over 9 years. She keeps me going! … She was a physical therapist first and that is what makes her treatments so unique.”
“Dr. Kate saw me right away, and without any forceful adjustments, she eliminated the pain in my neck and restored my flexibility. … I see her regularly for maintenance of other issues as well.”
Excerpts from public Google reviews. Individual experiences vary.
Booking & policies
Making an appointment
New patients: please call first
Dr. Kate likes to talk with you briefly before your first visit.
Call (805) 705-2434Existing patients
Book your next visit online. A card is required to hold your appointment.
Book onlineOffice hours
| Monday – Thursday | 9 am – 5 pm |
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| Friday – Sunday | Closed |
Extended hours are offered as needed. Just ask.
Payment
Cash-pay only. Insurance is not accepted or billed.
Cancellations & no-shows
“I reserve the right to charge a $100 cancellation or no show fee if less than 24 hour notice.”
— Dr. Kate. Please give at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.
Get in touch
Request an appointment
Send a quick note with the days and times that work for you, and Dr. Kate's office will get back to you to confirm. For the fastest reply, call (805) 705-2434.
Please don't include medical details here; we'll go over your history at your visit.
Prefer email? Write to hello@drkaterynders.com.
Location
Downtown Santa Barbara
Back in Balance Chiropractic & Physical Therapy924 Anacapa St, Suite 3C
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Contact
(805) 705-2434
hello@drkaterynders.com
Please don't send health information by email. Share it with Dr. Kate at your visit.
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