Physical Therapy in Oakland

“Emily is truly invested in her patients recovery! She’s thorough, creative, and intentionally tailors the exercises she prescribes to the needs of each individual case. Her treatment of my ankle injury has been a huge help and I can’t recommend her more!“

“I have worked with 5 different PT's over the years, and Jessica at Renew ranks at the top of the list. She's knowledgeable and very clear in her communication style. She demonstrates rather than just directs exercises, working them along with me. She challenges me -- I am gaining strength and balance I didn't know was possible. She's zeroed in on what I need, and provided it. She does work hands-on as well, balancing the visit well. The office is bright, calm, and friendly. Olivia and Adele at the front desk are super welcoming. The ground-floor space is clean, well lit, and open concept rather than a maze of small rooms. There's no dedicated parking lot, but I've never had a problem finding a close space, either out front (no meters) or up one of the side streets.“

“Dr. Kristin deserves a rating better than 5 star for her clinical skills and patient service. While I was referred to her for pelvic floor therapy (for which she is very well known), I learned that she is also an expert on orthopedic therapy. I am sure glad that I did. Her contribution to my recovery from leg and muscle issues, likely resulting from neuropathy, has been the biggest contribution. This help is way beyond what other physical therapists, a top chiropractor, and medical docs could do. She definitely takes a holistic approach and really cares about making a difference in her patient's health and wellness. I highly recommend Dr. Kristin and her wonderful staff. .“

“I've been coming to Maggie for months now and have had a noticeable improvement in my hip openness and back discomfort. She's an excellent listener and teacher - helps identify and focus on specific areas for treatment during the sessions and teaches stretches/exercises you can do at home. Clean studio and relaxing atmosphere.“

“Amy is a remarkable physiotherapist... I have had shoulder issues for years, decades really, with very little success with other physiotherapists. I've had two sessions with Amy since injuring my shoulder and she has made considerable progress on that joint.Amy is incredibly patient and really takes the time to explain how to do things right and not make things worse.I highly recommend her studio for anyone with skeleto-muscular injuries!“

“Thoughtful, attentive, communicative, just the right amount of pressure and time, I had a deep tissue massage ( the first in over a year) and appreciated how Rebeca discussed my needs and let me know exactly what to expect. She checked in frequently and made sure I was comfortable, hydrated and safe. I definitely released some toxins after. Will be back.“

“I was referred to Bayo Vista from a friend who had a great experience with Karen. I had Karen for my intake appointment she made me feel very comfortable with the pelvic exam. I have been working with Emily for all of my other appointments and she is WONDERFUL. She looks at your whole body and works on all parts holistically. I felt silly to point out my knee feeling stiff in one appointment as it wasn't the major problem spot. Emily looked into it and wow, did she make a difference! I felt like a new person. I had assumed that this knee would always feel that way after I had ACL reconstruction 7 years ago... but I was happily proven wrong! All appointments are 1 hour and you really get focused time with Emily or Karen. They are out of network with insurance, but I would still highly recommend them due to the quality of care you receive. Emily and Karen also have been very supportive of my bringing my baby with me. It was very comfortable to bring her and we took breaks as needed for nursing/holding. Thank you for being baby friendly, especially when a mama just needs some physical therapy love postpartum. :) Erika is also their billing and administrative ninja. She is so on top of sending out superbills for insurance the day of your appointment and booking appointments for you. I really appreciate that Bayo Vista uses text messages for booking appointments or their online system. I would highly recommended Bayo Vista!“

“On the very strong recommendation of another PT who had moved out of the area, I went to see Steve Ryan for reverse total shoulder replacement post-op physical therapy. Steve is simply the best, most knowledgeable, competent, straightforward, compassionate, patient and organized physical therapist I have ever worked with. The written instructions and (excellent) videos for the prescribed PT exercises are available the day of or 1 day after your appointment. He is very organized and prompt so appointments are always on time. I am 79 years old and very active for my age. Steve guided me through a major glitch in my surgical recovery and I am now fully back to all my physical activities. I'm sure I couldn't have done this without his professional mentorship. Strongly and without hesitation thank and recommend Dr. Stephen Ryan for physical therapy.“

“Edie is the Sherlock Holmes of PTs. Don't expect a run of the mill assessment and standard exercises. Edie goes deep in her evaluation, bringing decades of experience, education, insight, and wisdom about how our bodies perform, and she then works with you on solutions that actually work for you and your lifestyle. She does all of this with grace, patience, compassion, and humor. Best of all, she LOVES what she does and it shows.I went to Edie with a laundry list of flat feet, persistent lower back pain, tendonitis in my wrists and elbows, and massive neck/shoulder lockup with chronic headaches. Edie took one look at my feet and said they're not (structurally) flat, they're just flexible and weak, but the good news is that we can probably fix them. In just 6 weeks my gait has improved and, with it, my posture. I no longer wake up aching and stiff. My headaches have cleared, thanks to Edie's bodywork (yep, her approach to healing is holistic and she doesn't just do PT). And, I never thought I'd say this, but I love the exercises she gives me. They make me feel so good during and after. Edie's studio is like the ultimate playground. She has all kinds of equipment, props, and tools that she puts to full use to find personalized solutions for you.Pro tip: Don't hold back, be honest about your habits and how you live, so that you can benefit from Edie's work. I love to hang out in bed for more hours than the average cat and I knew it was adding to my already existing back pain. I was afraid Edie would tell me my bed is now off limits, but instead, she set me up with the right support pillows and here I am, writing this review pain-free from guess where? :)“

“Have a specific issue with your tissues? Go get a massage from Cole, he has a deep knowledge of the body and its moving parts, and he supports you with kindness, grace, and good humor. Highly recommend!“

“THIS BODYWORK PROVIDER HAS A CAT. Booked on short notice due to another office being unavailable. Unfortunately the website does not notify you until after booking that this provider has a cat that sometimes visits the studio. As someone with a severe cat allergy this was a non-starter. I felt like this note needed to go somewhere as there are no refunds without a phone call + 24+ hrs before booking for first time clients. The post booking process also informs you that you cannot arrive more than 5 minutes early as no one may be available to buzz you in. A bummer as this provider seems to be otherwise highly rated.“

“Wow, wonderful, clean surroundings, great patient care. I hope my mom will be able to stay long term.“

“Reboot is a fantastic place to unwind and take care of yourself. I've come here for over a year now for saunas, plunges and freezes and love it. The staff here are all amazing, so friendly.“

“This is regarding the SAN FRANCISCO Clinic, not the Oakland one.Most professional and extremely courteous. Excellent and patient chiropractor and assistant.“