Karen K. Roitz, DC, DACBSP

Dr. Roitz is the founder of SOL SANTA CRUZ and a 1996 Magna Cum Laude graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic West. Dr Roitz earned a postgraduate degree as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician in 1999 and currently serves as a field clinician for the Palmer College of Chiropractic West Sports Council. Dr. Roitz is also a certified provider for Active Release Techniques® and Graston Technique®, as well as a certified Brimhall Wellness Practitioner. With over 12 years experience as a practicing sports chiropractor and wellness practitioner, Dr. Roitz has a broad range of training and expertise that includes nutrition, chiropractic, sports medicine and rehabilitation.

Dr. Roitz’s practice utilizes an integrated system approach that includes structural, biomechanical and neurological functional testing. Her comprehensive care includes instruction in lifestyle changes, diet, exercise and wellness. Her mission is to serve people to achieve optimal health, perform better and obtain excellent recovery after injury. To that end, Dr. Roitz’s practice is continually evolving as she integrates the most cutting edge treatment available to fully optimize her patients’ recovery and restoration of health.

In keeping current with advancements in chiropractic research and care, Dr. Roitz has gone on to earn her certification in spine and brain traumatology through the Spine Research Institute of San Diego with Dr. Arthur Croft. She holds certifications in Active Release Techniques® and Graston Technique®, which are both innovative and effective soft tissue therapies. Additionally, she is a certified Brimhall Wellness Practitioner and is currently studying to obtain a diplomate degree in chiropractic neurology.

With over a decade of experience working with athletes of all levels, from recreational to elite/professional, Dr. Roitz has provided on-site care for many professional and world-class events including the Ironman Triathlon World Champioship Hawaii, Ironman Canada, AVP Pro Beach Volleyball, the Santa Cruz Rollergirls, the Women’s Sports Foundation, and numerous professional cycling races.

Growing up in Santa Cruz, California, Dr. Roitz naturally gravitated toward chiropractic care as an extension of her passion for sports, exercise, and nutrition. Already an accomplished athlete, Dr. Roitz went on to become a nationally ranked volleyball player while working toward a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Physical Education at UC Berkeley. Today, she still regularly competes in beach volleyball tournaments, running events, and is an avid cyclist and skier.