Sports Medicine in San Francisco

“I have suffered from lower back ( SI joint ) pain for 3 years and went through 4-5 providers of various types including osteopaths, acupuncturists, specialized Massage and considered doing PRP. Dr. Cohen was methodical in his assessment and therapy choices in each session. Most importantly reviewing it at the start of each appointment and communicates clearly on why and hows of what he is doing. Through a combination of what he has done with alignment and muscular manipulations together with what I have stopped doing ( re-injuring) he has brought me back to 95-98% in a couple of months and I believe I will get back to 100% recovery shortly so that I can return to training. I extend the highest recommendation for his work.“

“Dr. Kai was very friendly, patient, and understanding of my needs. He took time to understand what was going on in my body and asked me about what I do and my past injuries. He explained things well and took great care to make me feel comfortable and well taken care of. I came in with a slipped disc in my lower back and could barely walk around when I arrived. It has been 7 hours since the initial appointment and I am moving around with much better mobility than I was! A miraculous improvement. I will be continuing my treatment and preventative injury maintenance with this chiropractor moving forward. I encourage anyone who has never sought out chiropractic treatment ever before (like myself, this was my very first time) to give this practice a try! You will not be disappointed! Beautiful location and inviting calming space. I recommend getting a ride over to the location if you don’t want to worry about parking.“

“My massage sessions with Catherine have completely transformed my body. My recovery is even better now.“

“Dr. Jake is terrific. He has helped me recover from knee surgery and is a key part of my general wellness plan.
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“The team at Fitwell is outstanding! I’ve had sessions with Dr. Casey, Dr. Covey, and Dr. Li. All of them are extremely professional and attentive. I started my treatment when I was around 30 weeks pregnant and experiencing physical symptoms. They not only helped me effectively manage my pain, but also provided a lot of comfort throughout a challenging period.

I worked most closely with Dr. Casey - I have only the highest praise for her level of expertise, care, and kindness. My perinatal journey would not have been the same without her!“

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

“I thought I might not be able to run again and the inability to exercise was very unhealthy. But the PRP injection, strengthening exercises, and ultrasound imaging from Avid (and an MRI from insurance covered clinic) allowed me to recover from a tricky injury. Excellent staff and clinic!“

“Cameron is a brilliant chiropractor. I'm prone to pain from disc herniations in my neck and back, and Cameron's mix of adjustments and other therapeutic techniques always resolve my issue. I used to be nervous about getting spinal adjustments but Cameron's approach is very confident and comforting and I've learned to relax and get the full benefit from them. He is my first call when I'm out of alignment and I couldn't recommend him more.“

“I had several surgeries with Dr. Callander of the last ten years!! I have both hips and both knees replaced by him. The surgeries all went well and the staff at his office was outstanding. My last knee was replaced in October and I am working out again!! Dr Callander is very knowledgeable and has a wonderful sense of humor. I highly recommend him if you need knee or hip surgery!“

“Dr Sara Edwards is not only extremely competent, but also compassionate and very caring with her patients. I have recommended her to others who have been happy with her work as well. I only wish she was in San Francisco all the time rather than part-time in Berkeley.“

“Dr. A has been amazing for my migraine treatments! His approach is always tailored to your specific needs and he aims to provide a holistic approach to pain management. I absolutely recommend his practice.“

“Have had two appointments now and will be making more in the future. I’ve been dealing with neck and shoulder pain for a few years now and decided to check out acupuncture and cupping. After two appointments I already notice a huge difference in my physical and mental health. Highly recommend if you are considering acupuncture and cupping.“

“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.“

“Tara is extremely knowledgeable and fun! I couldn’t ask for a better PT. I have the use of my arm after a few sessions with her. Would not want to lose this relationship with her.“

“After a recent sprained ankle, I needed PT to not only heal but to get my ankle in the best possible shape for an upcoming walking safari through rocky mountainous terrain. I don’t doubt I’ll have any issues thanks to Erica and her team of physical therapists’ help in accelerating my healing process. Erica takes the time to listen to my goals, and recommends the best treatments for each visit as well as home exercises with custom therapy handouts. Apex Physical Therapy is located across from Ghirardelli Square in a beautiful well-lit space with views of Aquatic Park and the Bay which is a bonus perk in the process of healing.“

“Dr. Co is excellent, professional, and genuinely cares about patients. I saw him a couple times and then ran into him outside the office, and he stopped for about 5 minutes and asked how I was doing, and even answered questions that would usually require an office visit. Two years later, when the issue flared back up, I called the office and they resent my exercises within 5 minutes. Can’t recommend Dr. Co or his team enough!“

“I used to see Dr. Gregory regularly in San Carlos after a car accident, but I moved to San Francisco, and only saw her for chiropractic "emergencies" since it was definitely a schlep (that she is well worth). I am so incredibly glad she opened up an office in ActivSpace in the Mission in San Francisco! You can't beat the care. She is also inexpensive compared to other chiropractors in SF.

Dr. Gregory always figures out what the underlying issues is and is usually able to fix it. She is like House (Like Hugh Laurie, except doesn't always misdiagnose everything as Lupus). While it says she's a sports and extremities chiropractor, she really is amazing at diagnosing underlying issues. For example, my rheumatologist and endocrinologist were stumped for 9 months, she helped identify my issue as primary hypoparathyroidism. Most recently, she fixed my carpal tunnel syndrome and saved me from unnecessary surgery. Turns out, my second rib was out from a 30-year-old injury.

Although she doesn't take my insurance, she is so worth paying out of pocket (i could submit the superbills she provides, but my insurance is terrible, so I don't bother, as she really is affordable).

I couldn't recommend Dr. Gregory any higher.“

“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.“

“This review is overdue. I was referred by my friend (who generously got me a gift card) and have been consistently seeing Adolfo for the past few months now. Must say, he is really good. Prior to coming here, I was working with several therapists to rehab my arm. We couldn't figure out what the root cause is and where the pain is emanating from which was frustrating since I was quite limited in my daily activities for nearly 8 months. During my first visit, Adolfo gave me a comprehensive consult and began work on my body. Felt the positive results after my first session and the pain hasn't come back. He's also worked wonders on my sciatica, hand and foot. Not only am I in good hands with him but also with Corinne as well. She's always so nice and sweet - lovely lady who holds down the office.“

“Lindsay, Ralph and Don are amazing. There attention to patients is impeccable. I have come here for three events over the last 2 years. Through Lindsay and Ralph, I always find long term solutions with focus on exercise and very good attention to details. Don helps navigating throughly appointments and extremely patient, friendly and empathetic.
I would highly recommend.“

“100% magician! I’ve seen Dr. Kristina for over 8 years and this review is way overdue. She’s rescued me time and time again every time I injure myself. She’s incredible with all things related to joint pain. If it hurts when you move, Dr. K can fix it!“

“I highly recommend Chris. He's a top notch pain specialist, very attentive to pain and skilled to help release it, also a pleasure to work with.“

“I’ve been seeing Giancarlo Centeno for a wrist/hand injury and couldn’t be happier. He did a very thorough first evaluation and really listens and cares — I’ve made great progress in just a couple of months.

The whole team is awesome: Zoe is super helpful and always checks in during sessions, and Carlie makes scheduling and insurance a breeze — efficient, warm, and a clear communicator.
The office is clean, well-equipped, and has a really welcoming atmosphere. It does get busy, so my first appointment took a bit to book, but after that everything’s been smooth.

Friendly team, great vibe, and effective care — highly recommend!“

“Dr. Valette is the BEST. I was his patient for several years at One Medical, and I was excited to follow him to his new practice. He is incredibly knowledgeable and thorough, and at the new practice he has more time to talk through all of my health concerns. Appointments never feel rushed, and yet they still run on time. The best part about Dr. Valette is that he really listens to my health goals, and then makes sure everything serves those goals -- medication, lifestyle, supplements, etc. It's so much better and more comprehensive than working with a standard primary care doctor. I can't say enough good things!“

“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.“