Tenckhoff Chiropractic

Tenckhoff Chiropractic, Brea CA

Tenckhoff Chiropractic offers a healing-oriented approach to integrative medicine taking into account the whole person by focusing not only on the illness but the body, mind and spirit. We explore all aspects of our patient’s lifestyle. As a partnership between patient and practitioner, we combine all appropriate therapies. We recognize that good medicine should be based in good science, be inquiry driven, and be open to new paradigms.

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Your new home for holistic health and wellness in the heart of Brea.

At Tenckhoff Chiropractic we believe health is a family journey. Our integrative approach supports every stage of life—from newborn care to adult wellness—so your whole family can thrive together. Combining evidence-based medicine with holistic therapies, we create personalized care plans that nurture body, mind, and connection. Whether you’re seeking preventive care, chronic condition support, or simply more balance, we’re here to help your family feel its best—naturally.

Our mission is to help people find ease and balance with their health and to become a trusted resource that the community can rely on for all things health, healing, and care.

"A natural approach to modern healing delivering the power of safe, effective treatments and therapies.”

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Our Services

  • A man lying face down on a chiropractic table while a chiropractor adjusts his upper back

    Cox Technic

    Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction and Decompression is a gentle, non-force chiropractic adjusting approach. Its allows a gentle tractioning of the spine to drop intradiscal pressures…

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  • A man lying face down on a chiropractic table while a chiropractor adjusts his upper back

    Chiropractic

    Dr. Tenckhoff has years of training and experience in spinal and joint adjustments. Diversified adjusting involves application of a short (low-amplitude), quick (high-velocity) thrust…

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  • acupuncturist inserting needles into a patient's back

    Acupuncture

    Acupuncture is a 3,000-year-old healing technique of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In 1997, the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) documented and publicized acupuncture’s safety and efficacy…

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  • Chiropractor placing the Impulse IQ adjusting instrument on a woman's upper back

    Impulse IQ

    Impulse IQ features high-tech computerized adjustments to allow for precise measurements of the alignment of your spine. The different movements are monitored easily with Impulse IQ…

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  • A man seated with an ice pack on his knee

    Hot Cold Therapy

    Heat therapy stimulates vasodilation, the enlarging of blood vessels to bring more blood to an area. Heat is able to decrease the transmission of pain signals and calm tense muscles…

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  • Woman laying face up on a chiropractic table while a chiropractor performs soft tissue work on her neck

    Trigger Points

    Trigger points are areas of sensitivity in a muscle. Trigger point therapy incorporates applied pressure to these sore, tender areas in order to relieve their pain and dysfunction…

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  • A man seated with electrical stimulation pads on his shoulder

    Electrotherapy

    Electrotherapy is the medical application of electrical currents to speed healing and abate pain. Electrotherapy can be applied in a variety of methods. It may be referred to as interferential…

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  • Plastic cups being applied to a woman's back

    Cupping

    Cupping is used to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage. Almost anyone can benefit from cupping…

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  • acupuncturist inserting acupuncture needle into a women's face

    Facial Rejuvenation

    Achieve your most beautiful state without toxins and invasive procedures. Cosmetic acupuncture and holistic microneedling are both natural ways to rejuvenate the skin and prevent further aging.

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  • 24k and swarovski ear seeds on a woman's ear

    Ear Seeds

    Based in traditional Chinese medicine, ear seeds are a form of auriculotherapy, which uses acupressure points in the ear to stimulate other parts of the body.

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  • Person receiving a hot stone massage with white flowers nearby.

    Massage

    Our experienced massage therapists offer a range of techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massage…

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Success Stories

  • "I totally recommend Dr Tenckhoff. He actually listens to you and wants to make sure you are taken care of. He is completely transparent. Eternally grateful to him that I am down from excruciating pain to being able to be back to doing every day tasks."

    Tim W.

  • "Dr. Tenckhoff is the man you want to see for your back problems. He is very knowledgeable, patient, and prepared and has the added benefit of a mentor father who has been a chiropractor for many years. Additionally he has been trained in the Cox Technic. I highly recommend him"

    Randy D.

  • "I can now function in my day to day life without the nagging, persistent lower back and neck pain. I cannot recommend Derek enough for advanced chiropractic care. You NEED to see him! The style is different than what many other chiropractors use out there--he gets results."

    Jaime G.

  • “I have finally found someone who knows what he is doing. Surgery was a consideration, but after a few visits surgery is "not even a thought"! I highly recommend Dr. Derek Tenckhoff, he will alleviate any doubt in your mind & give you security and trust in chiropractors."

    Darshon W.

  • "I was having pain in my neck and back before coming in. Derek sat with me to discuss how I was feeling and walked me through everything he was going to do and how it would help. I feel a million times better after his adjustment! Highly recommend!"

    Reagan B.

  • "Dr. D is truly amazing. He really took the time to help my son get the therapy he needed for his knee. He kept us informed throughout the whole process. He always had the best interest and never rushed the process. We are super appreciative for Dr. D."

    Jennifer M.

  • "I've been receiving chiropractic care for the last 43 years, Derek rates in the top 3!!! That’s after only 3 visits! Highly recommend his style of therapy with the Cox Table! He’s helped tremendously with my lower back, and upper neck issues I’ve been chasing my entire life."

    Patrick B.

  • "Dr. Tenckhoff is an absolute natural adjuster when you need it but has a real gentle touch with the cox flexion distraction table. I remember not being able to lay on my back for yoga and a few treatments on the distraction table and I was fixed up. My go to chiropractor in Brea."

    Raymond W.

  • "Dr. Tenckhoff is a phenomenal chiropractor. He takes time other doctors wouldn't to really understand your issues and help you solve them. He utilizes a very special chiropractic technique that's really amazing for disc injuries and the results speak for themself."

    Jordan A.

  • "Dr Tenckhoff is an amazing chiropractor and he has helped me tremendously with my neck and back issues. He has made my everyday life manageable again and allowed me to work and be able to be active with my family. The techniques he uses is outstanding."

    Chad B.