West Los Angeles Chiropractic ®

I am from Italy, I came to LA few months ago.
I did not expect to have any major problem with my back pain and I have to admit that I was tempted to go back to Italy to be cured. Luckily I didn't and I met Dr Karr and his team!!!
Serious, efficient, knowledgeable and with the right tools (spinal decompression included) Dr Karr has helped me once and for all to get rid of my backpain!

Thanks Dr Karr, I owe you one!

Daniele

Pros: Professional with great resolve

Posted 10/07/09

Very accomendating and friendly. Takes good care of our office staff and takes our insurance. Easy to get to and understands our strange schedules. Pretty much sees most of the people from Gehry Partners.

The office is busy for a reason. I say YES.

Pros: Friendly-Easy-Caring-Staff

Cons: Need coins for parking

Posted 07/20/09

Friends sent me to Dr. Karr. Office and staff was friendly and had a warm feeling. Thorough exam on 1st visit & treatment. 2nd visit went over findings and I decided to commit to the rec care. I feel better and stronger. 1st time w/ chiropractic care & i'm a believer.

Pros: UCLA ALUMNI-Location-Dr. Karr & Staff

Cons: Doesn't work at the UCLA Dock

Posted 07/08/09

Told of this office by another employee. Takes our insurance for DRX Spinal Decompression. It works and I feel like I did years ago.

Thumbs Up.

Pros: Insurance cover most, 5min from studio, great office

Posted 07/01/09

Found the office via a flyier on campus. Has a great plans for UCLA students and staff. I found the office well run, concerned and caring. Dr. Karr gave a clear understanding of my problem and I decided to make the time needed to resolve my back pain.

I am happy with the out come.

Pros: UCLA FRIENDLY, ATTENTIVE, CONSIDERATE

Posted 06/30/09

Why waste time looking? Dr. Karr is the real deal. All modern office and large with strengthening equipment! Works well with the Decompression. Applied insurance towards balance. Nice!

I told my crew at work and he is coming to give a lecture!

Pros: Price - Experience - Staff

Posted 06/29/09

Dr. Karr and his staff are caring and professional. They understand how to treat lower back pain fast. It worked out for me in a short period of time.

Thanks 8

Pros: Knows Low Back Pain

Cons: Don't like riding Olympic on Bike!

Posted 06/29/09

As a pilot out Santa Monica airport I know. I have back pain from time to time. I deal with it till it hurt too much. As I get older I notice the pain keeping me from what I like to do. I found Dr. Karr from a friend actually who had seen him. He's a straight shooter. Knows his stuff and doesn't waste your time.

I didn't have Insurance, but he was reasonable.

"I'LL BE BACK"

Pros: Location, price, staff

Cons: Waited till I was older to deal with this.

Posted 06/28/09

Dr. Karr knows his thing. His office is set up with the newest equipment and flows well. He treats serious cases and knows back pain. I've refered some well known athelets to him and they have all been happy. I trust this office. Dr. Karr also networks with other professionals if it is needed. I actually meet him by my family Internist.

My experience is a good one.

Pros: Professional, knowledgeable, Takes Ins

Posted 06/27/09

My experience was smooth. I went in got an exan and xrays and treatment. $50 bones for that visit. Then came back for a second visit to go over exam and xrays with Dr. Karr. It was presented in a clear and quiet room with a large FLAT screen TV. The computer marked my XRays. Cool. Dr. Karr suggested two different plans that could benefit my budget and let me decide what was best for me. I never felt pressure or rushed. He left the room to see another patient and let me think about it.

I can tell he LOVES being a chiropractor. I hope this helps. I have had 3 chiropractors in the past & like Dr. Karr the best.

Pros: Easy to understand, No waiting, Price

Posted 06/26/09

AT first I had a hard time finding how to enter the building. South side-FYI. Office is up beat, Zen Like, modern Equipment, Helpful staff. Dr. Karr is busy, but he gives you what you came for. NO PAIN! Great adjustor and very fast. It's done before you can think about it. I like that. When I was a kid, my family chiropractor adjusted me like that.

Very reasonable fees. I have been a patient for 4 weeks now. Thanks

Pros: GREAT OFFICE, STAFF, Doctor

Cons: Bring coins for the meters

Posted 06/25/09

Location was easy. Parking easy. (Marshalls). Large and modern office with large staff. everyone works hard for you and you feel trust for the office pretty quickley. I had sharp constant pain in my lower back for ~15 months. All the MD's wanted to do was surgery. NOT! After the 6th treatment with Dr. Karr I started feeling better throughout the day. He is definately the BEST PRICED OFFICE. Doesn't have to pay for expensive Radio shows etc. He is also busy which, to me, is a good sign. I personally liked Dr. Karr and the staff allot. Betty is definately helpful also.

This office trys hard.

Pros: Location, Price, Knowledge, staff & Dr. Karr

Cons: No TX on Wednesdays

Posted 06/25/09

More then I was expecting. Very detailed and thorough history, exam, treatment and report. I like the vibe of everyone. even the other patients were cool.

Digital X-Rays are cool stuff. Adjustment was the real deal. Old school. Very fast and comfortable. Dr. Karr explained the problem like no one else. This has been with me, on and off, for years. The explanation just made sense. Took my insurance and I had a small co pay each time.

The answer is YES for this office and Dr. Karr.

Pros: Hours, STAFF, Cost, Knowledge of Dr.Karr

Cons: Parking. Bring change

Posted 04/20/09

Thanks Dr. Karr for the years of caring for me and my family. You've seen it all with me and the family and we appreciate you very much. Life is about people and the relationships you have. Helping eachother and just being a good person while were here. You are dependable, constant, always try hard to help, support raising funds for your charity, keeping current and positive. You truely care about other as it seems to come easy for you. It all rubs off to us when we come in. You're a real Mensch!

Pros: Such a MENSCH

Posted 10/07/08

Found Dr. Karr from friends and we just did my re-exam yesturday one week early. I feel great. I feel better then before this injury that brought me to a chiropractor happened. Didn't know how stiff I really was and or what it felt like to really feel good. Not feeling pain is one thing, but felling better then I have for years is another. Karr will be in my life as a resource for a long time. That goes for my kids too!
Staff is real relaxed and helpful. Parking is plentiful and Saturdays are a plus!

Pros: E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G

Posted 10/07/08

Karr gives a fair visit and deal - I found his ad on the internet. Staff was decent in their handling of my visit.

Pros: average

Cons: must watch meter to park

Posted 10/03/08

I know Chiropractors, since I've been been to many over the years and Dr. Karr is in the top 3 I've ever been too. The other two chiropractors retired, but Dr. Karr has the confidence and knowledge that makes you feel he's been practicing over 30 years. (FYI- He's been practicing since 1993). I've sampled many doctors after my last one retired and finally was suggested I meet Dr. Karr. I did and I'm thankful my friend told me about him. He's the real deal. He's quick with the adjustments which is what I think works best for me and feels the most comfortable. Staff tries to be of assistance as needed and are all up beat. Location and parking are a plus. Everything is modern (Digial XRays & Spinal Decompression Machine)

I offer honest feed back for a living so trust me when I say Dr. Karr is good at what he does. If you like him, take the time to tell others, cause this is what it's all about!

Pros: Bedside Mannor, Scope of knowledge, staff, location, fees

Posted 09/30/08

Dr. Karr and his staff are upbeat and truely caring. The office is much more relaxed then the ones I have been to in the past. Since moving here I have not been disappointed with this office and or Dr. Karr. He knows his stuff and explains it very well. He's patient and always willing to find the time to further discuss your xrays again and or your concerns. He does get very busy and I think that is a great sign. I see people bring friends in to met Dr. Karr often, so "word of mouth" is the best advertising if your good. That's what I think a least. Ultimately, Dr. Karr is a terrific adjustor and does his best for challenging cases such as myself. I feel better then with anyone else and I have been going to a chiropractor since my parents took me as a child. Very reasonable fees and very easy office hours. Parking is fine. BTW- I bring my family to him when they come to visit me and they say the same thing. Better then the Chiro's the see back east. Thumbs Up!

Pros: Caring, Knowledge, great adjustor, and personal.

Posted 09/29/08

I've known Dr. Karr for awhile, but never really needed his care, till recent. Wow, what insight to what he really does for people on a daily basis. I found myself in extreme pain in my lower back. Unable to move well for days and not getting better, I turned t Dr. Karr for HELP. His staff was very helpful and busy. I had more of an exam with Dr. Karr then anywhere I've been to before. X-Rays were recommended and the following day we discussed them. Dr. Karr is well spoken and direct with explainig the problems at hand. The adjusts were a bit nerve racking at first, but I must admit that they were very comfortable and the improvement in decreased pain and increased motion was immediate for me. I GET IT. CHIROPRACTIC. I GET IT NOW! Great vibe at the office and well run. Thumbs up...

Pros: Modern Office, Great Vibe, Staff, and really good adjustor -Dr. Karr!

Posted 08/26/08

I've been to several offices and Dr. Karr is the BEST. Betty was such a help on the phone and helping with insurance and explaning it to me. She's da bomb! Wait till you meet her. Dr Karr does a full history and exam with Digital X-Rays before he treated me. Set up a return visit to take the time to explain what he sees, answer my questions, and goes over treatment options the best fit my needs. Killer adjustments. Quick and comfortable. I surf like he adjusts! He owns it. You'll see what a GOOD ADJUSTMENT feels like and alwasy know the difference from this point forward, I promise. Real down to earth office. Thanks.

Pros: GREAT ADJUSTOR, BETTY, Digital X-Rays, Location, Free Parking, Saturdays

Posted 08/25/08

Very friendly staff. Best adjustment in years. I felt great. THIS PLACE IS THE "TALK" OF THE TOWN. Get your back adjusted now! Your back will thank you for it. THanks "west Los Angeles Chiropractic. You feel feel like a new you.

Pros: Excellent. Everything is perfect.

Cons: forget your research COME HER! Don't wast any more time.

Posted 07/19/08

I've called around inquiring about spinal Decompression. I listen to a radio show regarding Decompression, spoke and visited with that office and several others. I started with Dr. Michael Karr before reviewing other facilities and was very comfortable and confident that Dr. Karr offered a very professional presentation. His first treatment was at NO CHARGE. All I needed was an MRI report, which I showed him. He was the MOST reasonable priced office by far. As stated on the top of his home page, "with insurance it was $3490". End of story. After about the 6th treatment I really started noticing increased comfort and less radiculopathy into my legs. Being an attorney, I sit for long periods at a time. This only made matters worse for me. In addition, he's close enough I can walk there from my office for treatments. But being near the 405 and 10 freeways is very convienant. I would recommend Dr. Karr. I think he and his staff are professional, up beat, and go the extra distance to assist you with billing, booking appointments and reminder calls.

Pros: Costs, Staff, Knowledge of injuries, Location

Cons: Wasted time researching other

Posted 07/06/08

I had a wonderful experience at Dr. Karr's office. I had a car accident and Dr. Karr was able to treat me so that my pain was 99% improved in a relatively short amount of time. His office was very competent and professional when handling the legal and insurance issues involved with my case. I didn't have to worry that something was being overlooked. Dr. Karr was on top of it all, and his adjustments and different therapies were very effective. His staff are all very friendly and the environment is stress free. I would recommend this office to anyone who needs chiropractic care.

Pros: Professional Care with stress reducing environment

Cons: None

Posted 07/02/08

I feel better every time I leave Dr. Michael Karr's office. Even the days I think I feel fine and go get an adjustment anyway, I feel great. And on the days I really need one...this doctor really knows what he's doing. Thanks Dr. Karr!

Pros: A doctor who really knows what he's doing, friendly staff

Cons: ...???...

Posted 07/02/08

I fly regularly from Canada to the US and need to maintain my adjustments, so after looking for a longtime and trying various doctors everywhere, I can tell you Dr. arr is the BEST. Gentle, exact, and fast adjustments. There's no kidding around with those adjustments. It's like when I was a child and would get adjusted by this Chiropractor in Canada. He has this in him to give, just like watching someone paint and you know they know it! He's office is large and Modern. He goes into explaining the problem with you and answers all you questions with detail. Look for the 32" flat screen he shows you your Digital X-Rays on. Real nice touch. Fun staff and helps me with booking and cancelling appointments without a complaint! :)

Pros: Adjustments, smart, great staff, knows of to treat various problems

Cons: Deosn't take ins. from Canada! Ha...

Posted 07/02/08

I am a lawyer and don't have much free time, so when my back and neck gave in on me, I needed fast and professional care. My associate recommended Dr. Karr to me, so I gave him a shot. I am very happy I did, because I was treated as a VIP patient from day one. I was able to book reservations same day, and last minute without hesitation. Each time I came in, I felt I had received personal therapy and professional care, and I never felt rushed out. Saturday office hours are a real plus for me since I work a lot during the week. I would recommend this office to my friends and family.

Pros: Ease of scheduling appointments, Saturday office hours

Cons: Not open 24 hours - Ha ha!

Posted 07/02/08

My friend went to go see him a few months ago after seeing his online advertisement - he wanted to do spinal decompression and according to him on the phone they said it was all covered by insurance I think it was just to get him in the door. Karr's office was not professionally run in my opinion - and the pricing was outrageous - and the insurance stuff was real interesting. Do your homework - would not recommend. Go see someone in the valley or south bay instead! Stay away from Michael Karr and this office!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pros: convenient if you live close - but not worth it

Cons: upsales!!! also, the insurance issues - and in general did not like the staff or Karr.

Posted 06/23/08

I am so glad I found Dr. Karr. I went to a chiropractor once before after a car accident and had a horrible experience. I had written chiropractic off until I was diagnosed with a herniated disc and suffered from severe lower back pain for months. I was on constant painkillers for months until my doctor told me I needed surgery. I don't have insurance so the thought of a not-so-successful procedure paid for entirely by me didn't sound so great. The thought of surgery sent me online for alternative therapies. Six weeks on the spinal decompression (and some extra me-time to watch three movies over the course of the treatment) and adjustments and I feel great! From my first visit, the entire staff was warm and friendly. The doctors always took that extra moment to see how I was feeling, Betty at the front desk always greeted me with a smile, and Seiko was great with working with me to get the treatment plan so very badly needed. That machine is a godsend. Thanks so much to the entire staff for literally getting me on my feet again.

Pros: Great treatment, friendly doctors & staff, bedside manners, works with people without insurance

Cons: Always remember to bring a quarter for the meter!

Posted 06/22/08

I travel to LA for work often and found Dr. Karr on Citysearch. I thought I would try him, since I wasn't happy with my doctor here. What LUCK! He's terrific and so is the staff. They are kind and try there BEST to help with insurance and what ever else they can. Dr. Karr is a gifted adjustor. The kind of adjustment you know is working when you get it. He's confident and is really into explaining what your problem is so you take some responsibility in your own care and needs. He offers digital X-Rays which are GREAT. When in LA I see Dr. Karr and no one else in Vegas or else where. He got me at "Hello".

Pros: Saturdays, Thorough, knowledgable, Upbeat Office, Takes Insurance

Cons: Doesn't work in Vegas

Posted 06/21/08

Not great, not bad either. The doctor knows what he is doing, but he's a little hard to understand when explaining things. Nice guy, though. Also, some of the staff members have an attitude.

Pros: educated doctor

Cons: staff

Posted 06/11/08

Dr. Karr goes above and beyond the call of duty! I have been to numerous chiropractors throughout my life, and I often left feeling like I was put through an assembly line with impersonal assessment. Dr. Karr, however, is quite the opposite. He takes time to prepare a personal diagnosis and his friendly staff makes each patient feel important. The Doctor is quite knowledgeable and employs a wide variety of techniques to address even the most challenging cases (like mine!). I went through multiple x-rays, adjustments, muscle strengthening, stem, custom insoles, and spinal decompression and finally began to get relief from what seemed like it was going to be chronic pain. Additionally, he helped make the treatment affordable for me. I would recommend him to anyone seeking chiropractic assistance!

Pros: friendly staff, multiple techniques, affordable

Cons: parking

Posted 04/19/08

I have 3 children, the youngest at age 1 was sufferring from ear aches so I brought her in to see Dr. Karr. He was able to diminish her pain so that no antibiotics were ever required. Plus, she no longer gets her ear aches. I have begun to bring my two older sons in for regular check-ups and they love it. My stiff neck and back alwasy feel better after seeing Dr. Karr. The office is very easy to access, lots of parking around and smiling faces. Thank you Dr. Karr!

Pros: Family friendly, quality of care is top notch!

Posted 04/02/08

I went to Dr. Karr after a friend of mine referred me to him and it was a great decision. The professional care that I received was far superior than most other chiropractors I had visited in past years, and the staff were very accomodating. In time, my care extended to his acupunturist and also massage therapy. Now, I have been seeing Dr. Karr for over 2 years! As a whole, I would rate this office as a ten being the highest in satisfaction received.

Pros: Excellent service, ease of appointment scheduling, soothing environment

Cons: n/a

Posted 04/02/08

I'm so happy to have this office as source for health maintenance. The staff are always quick to respond and are happy to serve! Dr. Karr is by far the best in his field.

Pros: Easy to schedule appt, excellent care, friendly atmosphere, very accomodating

Cons: None

Posted 04/01/08

I got into an accident a couple of weeks ago and, though skeptical about finding a doctor online, ended up with Dr. Karr's office, and I'm glad I did. My first exam was thorough yet efficient, with x-rays and a full medical work-up. I came back the next day, Dr. Karr reviewed his report with me, and I got my first adjustment. I cannot express enough the relief I immediately felt after that first adjustment. For the first few days after the accident, I could barely move my head, then voila, I was able to drive and switch lanes again, stay seated for longer than 30-45 minutes, and basically live a normal life again. I always took my health for granted, until it was taken away from me. Dr. Karr gave it back!

Pros: Knowledgeable doctor with healing hands, Great staff

Cons: Nothing I can think of...

Posted 03/31/08

I have had lower back problems since a sports injury in college and specialist after specialist has told me I needed surgery. I didn't want to go under the knife and, after years of postponing it, was in so much pain I didn't know if I'd be able to walk anymore. One of my doctors told me about spinal decompression as an alternative, and recommended me to Dr. Karr. I just finished my treatment and the orthopedic surgeon is astounded at the results, my MRI is clean, the bulge is gone. I wouldn't wish back problems on anyone, but if you've got it, I highly recommend Dr. Karr. He is knowledgeable and holds your hand through a potentially scary situation. (The machine looks like something Doc Brown sent back in "Back to the Future.") I rarely if ever waited more than 5 minutes in his office, the staff is friendly and always sweet, and no one can argue with the results!

Pros: Thank you, DRX 9000, Dr. Karr & staff

Cons: After months of going into Dr. Karr's office so much...I kind of miss going to the office :)

Posted 03/31/08

I found Dr. Karr on Citysearch after reviewing many chiropractic sites. He boasts about being the number one chiropractor on CitySearch..nothing could be further from the truth unless you are looking on the post office wall. I have a history of severe bulging discs in my lower back which have since gotten aggravated since my series of visits with Dr. Karr. His staff is rude and all they care about is money and their lunch not being interrupted. He was very unprofessional in his hasty assessment of me and that is especially concerning as I am a potential surgery candidate.

I found his clinical manner to be very abrupt and condescending to my questions and concerns. He did not have the clinical acumen of most chiropractors I have seen. Since being at his office, I have located a much more intelligent and clinically astute doctor who really knows how to use the DRX equipment with caution and care expected of a professional.

Do yourself a favor and really investigate whether he stands up to the test of being your doctor of choice. For me I would go anywhere else but his office.

Pros: absolutely none

Cons: everything mentioned in my review

Posted 03/18/08

I started going into Dr Karr because I was recommended by a co-worker , I when into his office because I've always managed stress very poorly and it literally would store up all the stress on my neck and upper back. as I started going in I was shocked on how good i felt after each session. but the truly amazing part was this. I had a very bad head injury about 8 years ago, playing baseball. It completely knocked out my sense of taste and smell. 2 years after the injury i got some of my taste back. But it wasn't until about 2 weeks ago that i was Fully able to smell again! after 8 years!!! I went on a food spree and smelling spree too LOL! I started eating different foods to experience them again and smelling everything I owned to get the scent out of it! I told Dr Karr about my theory on how he's Chriopatic services allowed me to "smell again ,and he said yes were working allot on you nerves of your neck and top pf your spine which are all connected to the Brian. I Have been amazed and ever grate full to Dr Karr. I can sleep better and smell everything from roasted chicken to cut grass and everything in between. I highly recommend him and his friendly staff .Thank you DR KAR! and the WEST LA OFFICE!!! Thank you.

Pros: Genuinely concerned staff

Cons: Commitment to a specific porgram

Posted 09/03/07