Business Details
39 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Chiropractor in South San Francisco
Total Health Clinic has been dedicated to the health and wellness of South San Francisco residents since 1987. Under the leadership of Dr. Phillip Dietrich, our practice combines chiropractic expertise with nutritional guidance to address musculoskeletal conditions and promote holistic wellness. We specialize in treating auto accident injuries, sciatica, neck/back pain, and sports injuries through personalized care plans that include spinal adjustments, therapeutic exercises, and advanced treatment modalities. Our clinic maintains a patient-centric approach with comprehensive evaluations, diagnostic imaging when necessary, and customized treatment protocols.With over four decades of combined experience, our team delivers evidence-based care focused on resolving root causes rather than temporary symptom relief. We serve both civilian and veteran populations, offering emergency services and same-day appointments for urgent needs. Our commitment to continuous education ensures patients receive cutting-edge treatments including instrument-assisted adjustments, laser therapy, and posture analysis. Transparency in care planning, flexible payment options, and community-focused service define our practice philosophy.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Sciatica Treatments
Auto Accident Care
Laser Therapy
Nutritional Counseling
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Hormone Testing
Custom Orthotics
Therapeutic Exercise
Electrical Muscle Stimulation
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of combined chiropractic experience since 1987
- Personalized treatment plans with diagnostic imaging capabilities
- Specialized care for auto accident injuries and veterans
- Emergency services with same-day appointment availability
- Comprehensive approach combining adjustments with nutritional guidance
What people say
Effective pain relief
Personalized care approach
Successful treatment outcomes
Knowledgeable staff
Comfortable environment
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our chiropractic adjustments restore proper spinal alignment through precise manual techniques. This treatment alleviates nerve compression, reduces inflammation, and improves joint function for conditions ranging from herniated discs to chronic back pain. Patients benefit from enhanced mobility and reduced pain through targeted vertebral realignment.
Sciatica Treatments
Specialized sciatica treatments address nerve compression through spinal adjustments and soft tissue therapy. We target the root causes of radiating leg pain, including disc issues and muscular imbalances, while incorporating stretching protocols to prevent recurrence and improve nerve mobility.
Auto Accident Care
Post-accident care combines spinal evaluation with soft tissue rehabilitation for whiplash and collision-related injuries. Our protocols address both immediate pain management and long-term recovery through gentle adjustments and therapeutic exercises to restore normal function.
Laser Therapy
Class IV cold laser therapy accelerates tissue healing through photobiomodulation. This non-invasive treatment reduces inflammation, enhances cellular repair, and alleviates pain for conditions like tendonitis and muscle strains while promoting faster recovery times.
Nutritional Counseling
Personalized nutrition programs are developed through comprehensive health assessments and hormone testing. We create customized supplement plans and dietary recommendations to support musculoskeletal health, energy levels, and overall wellness.
People
Dr. Phillip Dietrich
Doctor of Chiropractic
With over 40 years of chiropractic experience, Dr. Dietrich specializes in musculoskeletal disorders and nutritional wellness. A veteran himself, he provides care for military veterans while maintaining active community involvement through preventive health education.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
We employ diversified adjustments, instrument-assisted manipulation, and low-force techniques tailored to individual patient needs and comfort levels.
Do you treat auto accident injuries?
Yes, we specialize in post-collision care including whiplash treatment, spinal realignment, and soft tissue rehabilitation for insurance-covered claims.
Are same-day appointments available?
Emergency appointments are available daily for urgent pain management needs with prior notification.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, credit cards, HSA, Google Pay, and Apple Pay for flexible payment convenience.
Do you offer nutritional guidance?
Yes, our clinic provides hormone testing, dietary analysis, and customized supplement plans to complement chiropractic treatments.
Are evening appointments available?
Tuesday appointments extend to 5:30 PM with Saturday morning hours for working patients' scheduling flexibility.
