I love this guy! He's amazing and will pop you back into place! Andy's art is amazing, he has a good attitude. Leave the guy a fat tip! read more

Dr. Andy is incredible. He understands so much about the symptoms but also the causes of ailments and knows how to treat them. The pricing is fantastic, his "why" is spot on and I can't say enough good about his treatments. read more

Dr. Andy is a very special soul-he's a true-healer with a of gold! I've been a patient of Dr. Andy's for the past 25+ years! Dr. Andy's care/treatment has been a true gift to me, and being surrounded by hls art (paintings/sculptures/music) makes my treatment that much more special! If it weren't for Dr. Andy, I wouldn't be able to walk! Dr. Andy is ONE-of-a-kind! read more

I have been coming for years. I have tried many chiropractors and he and his team are amazing. They are so kind and also I feel so much better after I get my adjustment. And they are extremely generous by offering the pricing that they offer. I'm so grateful they are here. read more

It seems that he's amazingly helpful for some people. For me, he was way too abrupt and did a lot of damage. This happened many years ago and was so traumatic that I've put off posting this and reliving it until now. I went to the clinic day where people line up for adjustments. I was only 30 seconds into explaining my situation when he interrupted. He instructed his assistant to "isolate the thoracic." Before I could say anything, she was holding me steady in a chair. Dr Lesko came up to me, held my head, and whipped my head to the right, then to the left. Huge pops and cracks shot down the sides of my already very inflamed neck. Result: I could move my neck at all for the next three months. Increased pain, difficulty sleeping, I must have purchased 5 different pillows during that time in a vain attempt to find comfort. It was awful. Dr Lesko may have talent but he's too fast and very irresponsible. He should have listened to me finish explaining my situation (an inflammatory spinal arthritis condition plus scoliosis), and he should never have done such a violent adjustment on someone with my particular body. Be careful. read more

Dr Andrew, is amazing and I am so grateful for his chiropractic care and music and art. Thank you so much.

I have seen Dr. Andy on and off for 20 years. I moved out of the Bay Area 4 years ago. 3 weeks ago, I fell on my knees a few weeks ago and could barely walk. However, each day they feel better as the swelling went down but they were not back to normal. I was about to leave SF when I remembered that I could see Dr Andy without an appoint and a sliding scale. So I went as I was leaving SF and I am glad that I did. With one appointment everything changed. He did an amazing treatment. Also, he has a great sense of humor that also helps. After a day, I still remember some of the funny things he said. He has that edgy New York humor which I love. He first put acupuncture suction cups on my knees. Then I went on my stomach and he lightly touched my back. Then I moved onto my sides for a gentle adjustment. What ever he did, I am so appreciative of his work. He has worked on countless people and in my mind that can make a chiropractor excellent. He has see every kind of condition around and now has a lot of experience. In his office the walls are covered with art to look at and appreciate which he paints himself and he plays his musical instruments while his patience rest. He has established a very creative atmosphere. It is great to be open to humor which is better than a dumes day diagnosis that some medical doctors will give. I enjoyed his personality. I keep feeling better as the past 2 days go by. When something happens to knees, it is difficult to know what really happened. I feel like everything is going to work out and heal. Thank you Dr. Andy!!!!! read more

Dr. Andy is absolutely one of the wisest persons I have ever met. Thank you so much for all that you do and for all the healing that you have helped facilitate, in my body and so many others as well. I can count on one hand the people in San Francisco who have positively impacted my wellness so profoundly; Dr. Andy is in that group. Showering abundance and blessings over him, Tara, all the amazing and generous massage therapists, and the building. read more

Dr Lesko is the best, he's a wonderful chiropractor, artist, and human being! I've been going to him for years and highly recommend him.

I am thankful for the Chiropractor who recommended Doc Andy as a top notch Chiropractor for me when I couldn't afford her high-priced treatments. I have since found other chiros in the city do the same. He is highly respected by other DCs. Doc Andy is kind and compassionate. He does a simple series of adjustments on a sliding scale, first visit free, so that you can go daily if needed. You may not get an adjustment on the first or second visit, he works slowly and gently, eventually the tissue begins to open up and adjustments happen. If you have additional issues he will work on those as well. In addition, the sculptures in the window and paintings on the wall are all his work. If you are lucky, between treatments, you will hear him playing one of the many musical instruments in which he is proficient. This is a cash or check only business. No insurance. His rates are low, so take care of him with a little extra if you can afford to do so. This is a walk-in only business, no appointments. read more

My back was hurting a lot after a move over the weekend. After seeing Dr. Andy, I feel 100 times better. He is quick with everything he does and is extremely knowledgable. I appreciate him explaining things that he is doing as he does it. Love the atmosphere of the office. I'm bummed out that I'm moving to SD next weekend. Or, I'd be going there much more often. read more

my only interaction with him was on the phone. normal conversation with me saying I need help with X condition. He turned into a jerk as soon as I asked him if he takes insurance. He pelted out "no I don't and you should go to someone else". except he said it with that tone children use when they try to taunt each other. It was an amazingly rude and immature response. Quite an experience to have in the span of just one minute. I hope this review will inform him of the impact he had on a potential patient, and act as a warning to future patients. read more

I have known Dr. Andy for several decades and have appreciated his care over the years. They are wonderful people and provide a wonderful service. read more

I was referred by my old roommate Jimmy who has been religiously getting adjustments by Dr. Lesko for years now. I have scoliosis and at that time, I didn't take my condition seriously until I started noticing physical changes and could no longer bear the excruciating pain that made my daily regimen so uncomfortable. I am so thankful for Dr. Lesko's practice which has been a tremendous gift to the community of San Francisco. I definitely commend all the volunteers as well who offered their healing hands by way of a complimentary 1hr massage after each adjustment (please give a kind donation!). read more

I've been visiting Dr. Andy since the early 90's when he was on Divisadero.. He's the best and if you're lucky one of his understudies will hook you up with some acupuncture, cupping etc... Definitely a game changer! read more

He is fast, may be helpful. But he is a jerk. He always insults your intellect and thinks he is superior - which is true, he is skilled, delivers professional treatment but after insulting you. read more

Dr. Lesko is a very sweet man. You can tell he loves his job. He makes you feel so welcome and although the place isn't where you would think a chiropractor would be, it's cozy! He's not looking to be rich, he's looking to genuinely help people. There's not many people like that in the world anymore. So happy to have found this little gem. read more

This place is no joke. I've been dealing with some major back issues for a while now and have tried it all. Ran across this place online and thought I'd give it a try. The first visit was FREE, no gimmick or pressure to sign up for one of the packages. I hobbled in hoping for the best, but expecting the worst and within 10 minutes this guy had brought my pain level from an 8 to a 2. He did a quick consultation, did an adjustment and threw in some cupping just to try and get my pain level even lower...did I mention this was free!? I would recommend him to ANYBODY, but especially want to tell my friends with no insurance coverage to hit this place up. It's a little unconventional, but definitely worth it. I mean, what other health care provider that you know has a sliding fee scale? It's anywhere from $10 to $30 based on your need. Pretty cool... Going back again next week. Forgot to mention that...THEY GIVE YOU A FREE MASSAGE AFTER EVERY VISIT...what the hell...just stop. read more

Dr. Andy fixed me right up! He has a hands on technique and does everything through touch. I can't tell you how many table chiropractors I've seen and it just doesn't work. Dr. Andy will feel what's wrong with your body and know how to fix it. I found Dr. Andy to be a straight shooter and personable, which I love. He is very direct and wants to help heal you or refer you to someone else who can help. Health wise, I had trouble going through the motions of standing and sitting without being in excruciating pain. He gave me a neck adjustments while sitting, then again on my back, followed by cupping, vibration therapy and a massage given by one of his staff. All this on a sliding scale of cash payments. First visit is free and I decided to take the week package for $50 and tip the masseuse $10-$20 each time I went. This is a far cry from the $15 copay for just an adjustment or a $40 cupping charge for each section of your body, I once spent $150 on cupping and now I feel ripped off. Give it a try, first visit is free! read more

I noticed that the last review I wrote just ended unfinished. Dr. Andy changed my life. I had a really severe , recurring pain in the center of my back near my spine. I had tried other chiropractors ( no luck ) orthopedic drs. ( no luck ) , a friend suggested Dr. Andy when he was at Divisidero and Haight, he fixed the problem in 1 visit , and when it recurred, just one visit would do the trick. I started exercising, concentrating on that area's musculature and would see Dr. Andy on occasion for a " tune-up ". There aren't many people in the world like Andy .... Healer, artist, gentle human being.... wish there were more. read more

It was when I locked my neck up that I discovered my chiropractor of many years had retired. A friend recommended Dr. Lesko. It got to the point I couldn't turn my head so I was willing to try anything. The 'office' is definitely not like anywhere I've been before and the experience, prior to the adjustment, is also unique. I went in for my neck, which was pretty easily detectable (I couldn't turn my head, after all). After feeling my spine Dr. Lesko told me L5/S1 was problematic as well (I knew this, having herniated it in 2003 but hadn't mentioned it to him). He adjusted my back and neck and after a few repeat visits my neck was back to normal and I could turn my head. My lower back felt much more mobile as well. I'm grateful for the recommendation and feel confident recommending him to others. read more

Andrew and his team are a rare bread of problem solver in san francisco. Affordable effective chiropractor service are their main forte, are they the beat chiropractor for you ? Well it depends what you need. For general spinal alignment and back bone daily life maintenance, this place could be a good fit! read more

I was reluctant. Free chiropractor visit just sounds risky. Dr. Andy clearly knowns what he's doing. Cracked my back and neck in like 2 minutes. The funky art gallery atmosphere is very SF. If you like tight-ass medical atmospheres, this might not be for you. If you like a feel-good vibe with art and music, it'll be perfect. read more

Dr. Andy is awesome - he's an educator and a fixer - willing to educate you on the systems of the body while he realigns them - adjusting your thinking in the mean time. If you are looking for good in the universe to support - you'll want to give as much as you get from this guy. read more

The first time I went to Dr Andy he was on Divisadero I went by accidentally was in a bicycle looking for a neighboring business. I saw his window read about him and I tried him. Great move he adjusted me I felt so lose from the hip down coulda been high. I then saw how he treated everyone I saw older women come in an barter with him give him a casserole for some treatment. He is a cool guy . Even I brought in my young son purposely seated him in front of the sign that said art assistant wanted so he could see it . He asked me if I thought he would hire him now he was about 10 years old I told him to ask him. He smiled and said sure. The kid went there every Saturday and helped him with his canvases and running errands etc. was offered adjustments but just took a pizza. This gave him a great role model that he couldn't got anywhere else. So I have been going to Dr Andy off an on for more than 20 years thru three offices and many times. I haven't found any other chiropractor with the same wide open heart in this town. I hope he stays forever. read more

Dr. Andy Lesko is the only chiropractor I would ever want to go to. The guy is seriously talented.

Mystical healer of a man. Staple of the community offering sliding scale adjustments and tip-based massage by excellent bodyworkers. He will work his magic to heal you - whether that's cupping or other bodywork modalities. He is very knowledgable and him and his wife make an amazing team that do a huge service to the community. They remind me that no matter how culturally diluted the area becomes, it will always hold a mythical and magical quality to it. read more

SiFu Doc Andy is NOT for the faint of heart. He will, however , rack you and crack you and crack you up and teach you kung fu all in your first visit, and keep you coming back forever based on his sheer tazmanian devil energy and your incessantly building waterfall of giggles. If he doesn't fix you, his massage therapists ( paid by tip... so pack extra ! ) will make up the difference. If you need instant help, today go and see him office hours, last i checked - 11-2 mon wed fri sat 4-6 mon thru fri and ask him about wing chun kung fu classes the circus of amazing genei, crazy crackers that rotate through is walls is epic. you must be taller than /// this sign/// to ride on his ride read more

I have no idea where to begin so I'll start with me. I've had recurring back issues for about 20 years. Have had a ruptured disk, surgery, and have regular flare-ups. I *need* a good chiropractor and have been frustrated beyond belief in my attempts to find one in the city. One day I had a REALLY bad flare-up (and a new baby to care for, and a husband out of town for work) and someone recommended Dr. Lesko because his business is walk-in and he always "gets the job done". Going to see Dr. Lesko is a most surreal experience. It's the opposite of what you would expect from a chiropractor. The first time I walked in the door, I thought I was transported to another country. For some reason, Thailand strikes a chord. It looks like an art gallery with a bunch of old chiropractic tables picked up from a yard sale, all lined up beside each other, out in the open. Interesting aromas. Interesting art. There's a crazy magnet machine thumping in the background. I didn't understand half of what was going on in this place, and it didn't feel very medical-officey, but I was in pain and was willing to try anything. Don't expect any chit chat or touchey feely bedside manner. At first, I was a bit frightened by the fact that Dr. Lesko rarely asks me what's bothering me. But I quickly realized that this guy REALLY knows what he's doing. He can feel it. He can fix it. EVERY TIME. It's mind blowing. His adjustments are quick and then he sends over a massage therapist to finish the work. The style of massage varies widely depending on the person performing it, but they have all been spectacular for me so far. Don't be frightened if you find yourself laying face down and suddenly realize that there are elbows on your back and feet on your butt.. that's the Thai massage guy and he ROCKS. I feel like a million bucks after I get the Thai massage. Bottom line, I go in here every time my back is seriously messed up (once every month or two) and he fixes me EVERY time, without fail, and THAT is what is important. I always know that I will fantastic the next day. (As a side note, I don't always feel "healed" when I walk out the door, but I DO feel it the next day after a night of sleep). I usually only need one visit each flare-up. He's extremely affordable and offers different payment plans based on your usage.. You can just walk in, so there's never a question of last-minute availability. Even if you show up late, he'll stay open for you. He's that kind of guy. He wouldn't turn anyone away. Give him a shot next time you're not feeling quite right. The first adjustment is free. You won't regret it. You might feel a little confused when you leave, but your body will feel great. Enjoy this unconventional yet brilliant healer. read more

If you're on a budget or just want the convenience of "on demand" chiropractic, this is the chiropractor for you! I have had a stiff neck for years since a car accident and Dr. Andy and his staff really helped me make life bearable again. Andy is very knowledgeable and you can also get Jon's expertise in acupuncture and a varied supply of massage therapists too. They do private sessions for an additional fee. This is easy by bus and foot, but don't try to park your car in Chinatown. Andy has an open workspace so tables are lined up in the main room so not much privacy if you want to discuss your medical condition. And it's also his art studio so you can check out paintings and sculpture and whatever people are working on at the moment, it changes all the time. I have been doing an Ionic footsoak detox and I love it!!! Hours could be better, I would go more often if I felt I could make it there before they close. read more

The smell of old cigarettes overwhelms as you enter. The studio is messy and the overall impression is of scattered energy. No detailed assessment is done - hardly any evaluation before necks cracking. No thanks. Also got zero relief from neck pain, which was correctly fixed by another chiropractor the next day. Waste of time going to this place. PS - the huge number of 5 star reviews might make sense when you consider he has about 4 people in there doing massage and other things. Maybe they are reviewing too. read more

Suffice it to say, between that time my friend punched me in the face playing basketball, and the time I fell off a moving tank at night in the fog and rain, I've had some back problems. And in my wildest dreams when I lived in Vermont, in the sterile office of my chiro, where the treatment consisted of basically a belt sander, I could not have begun to imagine such a place, no, a temple of healing and artistic beauty as Doc Andy's. As someone wrote before, this place is the real deal. Doc Andy could easily be living at 28 Barbary Lane. I've been going to see him for almost 14 years now. I've seen him when my back was a little sore, and he fixed be up in 1 session. I've seen him when my back was so locked up it felt like I had and arrow sticking into my rib cage, and he saw me twice a day for half a week until I could begin to move again. You know...the kind of back pain where it hurts to breath. Doc Andy is an absolute miracle worker. His prices are always dirt cheap. He definitely muckles right on to you. He puts you in a chair, and cracks you neck to the left and right. Then it's down on the table, where he crosses your arms, and cracks your spine with the momentum of his own body weight. On to the other side! Crack, crack, crack. After the back cracking, he has a rotation of massage therapists who give a 10 minute or so massage for tips. Style of massage varies depending on the therapist. And if all that isn't enough, Doc Andy is also a painter and sculptor, so there is usually some kind of artistic goings-on as well. I'm a Philistine so what do I know. He also gives away free bread and flowers sometimes. read more

Doc Andy was a miracle find for me. He is knowledgeable and does a great job explaining what is going on and what it is he is doing.

I love Dr. Andy.... my boyfriend and I go there as often as possible, which is never enough really. My kid even likes Dr. Andy. There are paintings and sculptures... if you go in the morning there's Yoga Fu Bell classes. There's free bagels, chia seeds or whatever Andy got donated that day. There are kick ass massage therapists, and a great vibe. He's not a chiropractor, he's a San Francisco Bodhisattva! read more

Dr Andrew is AWESOME....I'm a dancer and being double-jointed,have a tendency to sprain myself often....I went to him with a severe neck/upperback sprain few times and with just 5 minutes of adjustment came out 50-60% better....WOW! I was surprised.... And he's also very warm hearted,always a good feeling to have that quality in practitioners!!! read more

W0W, to meet a chiropractor who really cares and is affordable, Now that's EXCEPTIONAL! Dr. Andy will treat you the first time for FREE and you will get a fine massage, for just a tip! He takes walk-ins and is open 6 days a week. TRY HIM, what do you have to loose? & I felt better after I left. read more

Great experience, I literally could not move my neck to check my blind spot driving, and I came out a functional human being. Very community oriented and affordable too! read more

I love this place...yes yes, everyone is always "sketched out" because of the free consultation. But you know what....keep talking yourself out of it & stay hurt OR try it out & walk out with a HUGE smile. Dr. Andy is just great and his assistants or "interns" are on point. Yes the rub down hurts...BUT....you'll be in great shape after. Try it out...it works wonders. :) read more

Dr. Andy is a celebrity in his own rite. He exudes confidence, energy and has the gift of a healer. I messed up my back real bad on 7/4/12 and was in pain. My coworker suggested him after she overheard me worrying about $80 another Chiro was trying to charge me (hey, I had just payed rent...). Dr. Andy is an artist AND chiropractor. His studio has both massage tables and tons of sculptures and paintings. I am the first to say bone popping/cracking is freaking scary, but the pain had to be alleviated. Yup, my neck went crack...and so did my back. In all, I would guess Dr. Andy worked on me for 3 minutes. Then a very nice woman with limited English skills gave me an amazing massage for some 30 minutes. I was in heaven. All this for free. Gratis!! (please tip though!) This was a first for me to do chiropractic adjustment in a 'community' setting (open space with several people worked on at once), but economically it makes sense. Most importantly, IT WORKED! I highly recommend Dr. Andy if you aren't triggered by his rock star/Joe Cool demeanor (some might be). read more

Doc Andy's is a real San Francisco institution...Now when's the last time you heard someone say that about your chiropractor? As a part-time chiropractor and full-time artist, Andy's funky street-level shop on Valencia is abundant with his sculptures, paintings, and other artistic works. Andy's personality is pure New York, and "kooky" doesn't do it justice. This is not the kind of place you would go to for treatment that could be described as "state-of-the-art". But rather, if you find yourself in need of a chiro adjustment and you're without health insurance, this is your place! Andy has a sliding scale, which means that your adjustment could cost you as little as $10. Walk-ins are welcome. Bonus: your adjustment includes a complimentary 15-minute massage from one of Andy's 'freelance' massage crew. Be generous, the masseuses are working for tips! read more