Meet the Team
Dr. Karen Pristavec
Chiropractor • Active Release Technique® Specialist
A lifelong soccer player turned movement specialist, Dr. Pristavec blends athletic experience with advanced manual therapy expertise.
Credentials & Certifications
- Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Georgia State University
- Full body certified in Active Release Technique®
- Certified in Webster Technique (ICPA)
Biography
Dr. Pristavec developed an early passion for manual therapies after experiencing the impact of sports injuries firsthand. She pursued Exercise Science at Georgia State University before completing clinical rotations at Hermann Memorial Hospital in Houston, focusing on athlete rehabilitation.
At New York Chiropractic College, she refined her approach to diversified adjusting, instrument-assisted techniques, and soft tissue therapy. Today she supports patients of all ages with a whole-body chiropractic and rehab strategy.
Her mission: help patients move freely, recover faster, and build resilience for the long term.
Focus Areas
Highlights
- Movement-first approach to chiropractic care
- Expertise across pediatric, prenatal, and athletic populations
- Certifications in Diversified, Activator, and soft tissue therapies