Physical Therapy in San Francisco

“Healthwell PT Rafaela is a knowledgeable, kind and physical therapist. I went in for rotator cuff pain which flared up whenever I moved my arms in certain positions. Rafaela showed me several exercises I could do to strengthen the area around it. Once I started doing the exercises regularly, the pain went away, however if I slacked off, back it came.
Rafaela also helped my knee pain. She watched my walk down the stairs which caused the pain and figured out how I could alter my walk in such a way that the pain wouldn't flare up. She always gave me several exercises I could choose from. At each visit, she would review the exercises with me and ask me which ones worked for me. My shoulders and knees are much happier now that I know how to keep them moving without pain. I highly recommend Rafaela and the PT staff at Healthwell.“

“Diakadi has excellent coaches you have helped me get my body back after covid and have built my strength and endurance up. Thanks to my trainer Cole I feel better than ever (and look better than ever :).“

“Dr. Wong is phenomenal! I saw him after I had a hip replacement. He is a PT but was previously a massage therapist. He does a great mix of PT exercises and massage. He is helping me get back to walking without a limp and running again! I highly recommend Dr. Wong.“

“I have been going to Kauno for the past two weeks for my physical therapy. Lindsay Hendrickson and her team provides excellent care. The staff are all professionally trained and responsive to your concerns and needs. Overall, friendly, safe, and clean environment. I highly recommend this place.“

“I’m a firm believer in the importance of excellent customer service, and Diamond Pain Relief & Wellness truly delivered. From the moment I walked in, the front desk staff was warm and welcoming, setting a positive tone for the entire experience. The professionalism continued seamlessly through my session with James Cowan and even post-appointment.

The atmosphere at Diamond is inviting and serene, there's a noticeable calmness that instantly puts you at ease. It’s a space where you feel both comfortable and cared for.

My session with James was nothing short of amazing. Before we got started, he took the time to ask thoughtful questions to understand my needs and help set expectations for our time together. I tend to ask a lot of questions during sessions, not just out of curiosity, but to make sure what I’m feeling internally aligns with what the professional is noticing and James was incredibly patient and responsive.

What really stood out was how the conversation didn’t take away from the experience; in fact, it enhanced it. James explained the techniques he was using, the reasons behind them, and was open to my feedback throughout. It was a balanced exchange that gave me clarity about my body and my treatment without compromising the quality of the massage. Instead of feeling like the talking was a distraction, it felt like an added value an educational experience on top of a therapeutic one.

I left not only feeling physically better but also more informed and at peace. If you’re looking for high-quality, thoughtful, and personalized care, I highly recommend considering Diamond Pain Relief & Wellness.“

“TJ and Sergio at Belden PT are awesome. They helped me get back from a torn ACL and MCL. Very personable and caring, clean shop, and great service. Would definitely recommend.“

“I’m an ex-athlete that still plays lots of sports and am very active in my free time. I never quite learned the value of stretching before exercise and as I get older, I’m learning the hard way.

Whenever I’m hurt, GGPT is the first call. I’ve come in for a tweaked neck, strained glute, and some other stuff I’ve gotten as a result of lifting/playing sports without stretching.

I haven’t tried any other PTs in SF, but that’s because I’ve never needed to. Been coming here about 3 years for short stints as needed. They are consistently very good at their jobs and they’re genuinely very kind people. Highly recommend this group!“

“Great experience here, amazing staff! They have great equipment, and made the whole experience smooth for me. Guaranteed smiling coming out of every session :)“

“Stretch Lab is great for helping those of us who are really inflexible to get more range of motion“

“Professional and friendly - these guys know what they are doing and give informative and effective care. Also a well-managed office!“

“They've helped me recover from a few injuries now. Really great staff and facilities.“

“I'm incredibly grateful to Dr. Z! I first found him in February of 2023 when I was in the worst pain of my life. I'd been seeing an overzealous high-velocity chiropractor that was not a good fit for me, and resulted in debilitating pain in my side. Dr. Z was able to see me the day after I contacted him, at his lovely home office in San Rafael. He diagnosed me with a pinched nerve between my ribs. He kindly worked on me for two hours with his gentle yet effective touch, and I already felt 50% better after the session. The pain was completely gone within a few days after that first session. I had been in horrible pain for weeks before, so this felt like a miracle! I saw Dr. Z every week for a few weeks, then went to every other week, which is still my routine a year later. I've had chronic back pain for 2 decades, and I'm happy to say that I'm in the least amount of pain since my troubles started in my early 20s. I always look forward to my bi-weekly sessions with Dr. Z. He is incredibly kind and respectful. His method is gentle - no cracking or popping, no tools besides his hands. I always feel more calm and light after our sessions, and any pain that I'm having is significantly reduced afterwards. I love that he not only works on realigning my physical body, he also does lymphatic drainage, abdominal massage for my GI and women's health issues, and vagus nerve work. I have MCAS (mast cell activation syndrome) and some hypermobility / connective tissue laxity, and I've learned through this experience that my body benefits most from a light touch. Dr. Z is such a perfect fit for me and an amazing healer. I recommend him to everyone!“

“I’ve been struggling with sacroiliac pain, difficulty sleeping, and shoulder pain that affects my daily activities. Today, I had my first appointment with Dr. Daniel Agegnehu, and the treatment was exceptional—completely different and much more detailed compared to my previous experiences with other chiropractors. Dr. Daniel was very clear in his explanations and made me feel relaxed throughout the process, especially during adjustments. His office is also clean and well-equipped. I walked out feeling great!“

“As someone who has dealt with chronic hip and lower back pain for the past four years, including one unsuccessful hip surgery, failed physical therapy treatments and a decrease in many of my daily activities, I was desperate for a remedy to the discomfort I was feeling. As I was hesitantly about to schedule a second surgery, I stumbled upon shock wave therapy as a non-invasive alternative to surgery. I aligned with the concept of stimulating the body’s natural healing process by relieving pain and releasing growth factors in injured tissue. At Avid Sports Medicine I was so impressed with the blended approach Dr. Veronica and lead athletic trainer Julieta provide to their patients. A combination of shock wave therapy treatments to help heal the physical body as well as physical therapy exercises to help heal our thoughts, habits and mindset around our injuries. This interconnected mind-body approach allowed me to naturally face the root cause of a lot of my injuries and re-correct my movements for increased strength, stability and confidence as I slowly started working my daily exercises back into my life. I recently completed my sessions with Avid Sports Medicine and am blown away by the results – in just seven weeks my hip has regained mobility, and the chronic pain has gone away. I now feel I have the tools to continue my healing journey, I am forever grateful to this team! Avid Sports Medicine has a very talented and amazing team, great facilities and an overall fantastic patient experience. For anyone looking for a natural, non-invasive option to tackle any pain you are experiencing - this is absolutely the place for you. Thank you, Avid Sports Medicine, for all your help!“

“Dr. Chau and the team were absolutely amazing. I felt so cared for, and my pain decreased significantly over the course of the spinal decompression and deep laser therapy treatment. I'm so thankful for the care I received and to be back to living a life I love pain free.“

“This is my second series of PT treatments at Apex, two years apart (different issues). APEX wowed me the first time, and when the doctors suggested some new PT, there was only one call to make. APEX continues to impress. A very spacious facility with a view across the bay to Marin, exceptionally clean, where all the equipment is maintained in great working order. And most importantly, a dedicated and knowledgeable staff.“

“Already seeing the benefits of doing PT with Maral. Prior to meeting Maral, I had been living with foot/ankle injuries over the last 10+ years, always avoiding doing anything about it until it started really impacting my day-to-day, that is when Maral came into the picture and it’s been significantly better since working with her. I have had less pain and more mobility. She is thoughtful & kind (along with the whole Living Healthy team). Really enjoy coming to their office and wanted to extended a sincere thank you!“

“My Subaru Outback looks so great after my accident! They really care about your vehicle“

“Like most climbers (and athletes), I let an injury go for way too long because I thought rehab would mean stopping and I kept hoping a little rest or slow down would fix things. It didn't. Dr. Barnes helped me understand why my tendon issues weren't going away and how to work through them. I didn't have to stop climbing and in weeks I improved and in less than two months I was significantly better off than before the injury. Since then I'm better at preventative strengthening and whenever I do hurt something I don't wait to address it, I just make an appointment with Dr. Barnes and get a plan in place.“

“I have EDS and Mast cell issues and to keep me walking I have been coming here for ages. I don’t think I would be this mobile with such a problematic diagnosis if it weren’t for Amy.“

“Jeff at Movewell is amazing. I've seen other physical therapists and he was by far way more thorough and knowledgeable than my previous therapists. Strongly recommend if you are a cyclist, runner or swimmer. Seriously, don't hesitate, you'll thank me later!“

“George is very friendly and helpful, I appreciated the detailed explanations about the exercises he recommended, and it definitely helped me get back on track.“

“Trevor is awesome - incredible listener and creative problem solver. Really enjoying working with him!“

“I arrived on time and was fast. Nikki evaluated me and made me start a routine for my sore hip.she was very professional and knowledgeable 5 gold stars to her
I was shocked at how much more mobility and less pain I had after one session. And it had lasted for days“

“I highly recommend Lands End! I’ve been a client for 6 months. I was specifically searching for a small practice and found this gem. Each visit I spend some time 1:1 with Micheline, PT and owner. I previously been to large studios where I felt like a name on a piece of paperwork.

I’m always able to get an appointment (!!!) and the young trainers communicate the exercises well.

I’ve made great progress according to my 6-month surgeon check- in. I hit my summer goals to get biking and hiking. I’m on track for my 9 month winter goal of skiing.

I really like the phone app that shows the weekly exercises to do at home as small videos.“