Elite Chiropractic, Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine in San Diego
DNS-certified practitioner. PGA Tour & World Surf League chiropractor. Helping elite athletes and active patients move better, perform better, and recover faster.
Meet Dr. Michael Rintala, D.C.
DNS-Certified Chiropractor • Primary Instructor • PGA Tour & World Surf League Chiropractor
Dr. Michael Rintala is a leading expert in Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) with over 25 years of experience in sports medicine and chiropractic care. As one of the few Prague School Primary Instructors in the United States and the first DNS-certified practitioner in San Diego, he has worked with elite athletes from the PGA Tour, World Surf League, San Diego Padres, and beyond.
His approach combines DNS principles, functional rehabilitation, and advanced manual therapy to help patients and athletes move better, perform at their highest level, and recover faster.
25+ Years Experience
Sports Medicine & Chiropractic
Prague School Instructor
First DNS-Certified Practitioner in San Diego
PGA Tour Physician
Official Sports Medicine Team since 2004
World Surf League
Treating Doctor & USA Surfing Performance Committee
San Diego Padres
Player Treatment & Training Staff Consultant
DNS Seminars Worldwide
Dr. Rintala teaches Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization as a Prague School Primary Instructor — leading seminars for practitioners and athletes around the world.
How We Can Help You
Chiropractic Care
Advanced spinal and extremity care using state-of-the-art techniques for faster, lasting recovery.
DNS & Rehabilitation
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization from the Prague School — restoring movement patterns for peak performance.
Sports Medicine
Trusted by PGA Tour and World Surf League athletes. Elite sports medicine for serious athletes at every level.
Dr. Rintala in the Media
Catch Dr. Rintala sharing his expertise on podcasts, interviews, and media appearances — bringing DNS, sports medicine, and human performance insights to audiences worldwide.
Ready to Move Better and Perform at Your Best?
Whether you are recovering from injury, training for peak performance, or looking for the best sports medicine chiropractor in San Diego — Dr. Rintala is here to help.