Dr. Franco is a genuine magic worker! Any aches and strains are taken care of from top to bottom, head to foot. She's extremely warm and friendly too. The office vibe is cute too, warm, colorful, inviting, and sometimes with furry company. Highly recommend! read more

This place is incredible. Rich is a super knowledgeable chiropractor and I always leave feeling so much more balanced (the name of the practice is perfect). I always get adjusted and then go straight to get a massage from Taylor and it's one of the best things I do for myself. I came in today with a ton of pain and tightness and I'm leaving feeling like I can breathe and move freely again. Not only that, the entire staff is just so wonderful and welcoming. Great people and even better work. Do yourself a favor and book yourself an appt. read more

I had a great experience with chiropractor Dr. Manley today. He noticed my stiff ankle, hip, and shoulder, and understood how my musical instrument might affect my muscles. He used assisted stretches, vibrating tools, and some really skillful adjustments and recommended some resources and exercises that could help me with my goal of becoming healthier and stronger. I feel that he helped me tremendously, and his bedside manner was just the best. read more

Chiropractic doesn't fully describe the the range of healing modalities offered by Jessica and Rich - like any good chiro, they are deeply knowledgeable (obsessed?). But by integrating new muscle and nerve therapies, they represent the emerging paradigm in structural analysis and healing. Both are genuinely kind and fun also! Five stars p.s. if you're really nice, or if you're recovering from a C-section, you might get Rich to carry you up and down the stairs (see pic)! read more

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Jessica is a cool person and really great at chiropractic stuff! She's better than the rest! She'll give you her undivided attention and she'll leave you better than she found ya. I hope you're read enough of these reviews to see that you should go here! read more

After seeing dozens of body workers, I found these guys. They are fantastic! They have many tools and techniques and they are excellent healers and communicators. Go see Jessica and Rich for your chronic pains and aches and back needs!!! read more

I work out regularly and take care of myself, one of those people that is annoyingly aware of everything their body does, so you can imagine having chronic pain in one of my calves and big toe, (of all things) was very frustrating. I had multiple visits to general practitioners and was referred to a chiropractor. I saw both Dr. Franco & Dr. Manley and they are HONESTLY THE BEST! They made me feel 100% comfortable and took care of me while still putting work into my adjustments. They could have easily had me come in over and over and over again, but they did not. They treated me, taught me SIMPLE exercises and stretches to do at home and then followed up with me. It has been about 3 years since then. I have implemented some of the exercises and stretches into my regular routine and have been pain free. Amazing, honest, talented people. read more

Dr. Franco is magic. She works to help fix the problem other than rely on continued care. She helps realign the body with her extensive training. Her knowledge is impressive, and she always shares information about your body that helps you connect more to the issue behind the problem. Her experience with ART sets her above and beyond. One of their regular massage therapists, Angel, is talented, amazing and intuitive. The combination of receiving a structural adjustment from Dr. Franco in conjunction with a muscular massage, is the way to go. I highly recommend a visit to Back in Balance if you are seeking a place to find relief from any type of body pain. read more

I have finally found the chiropractor that I am going to stick with!!! Dr. Franco has helped me get through a rough patch. I have a bulged lower disk and spinal stenosis. Basically it means my back is really messed up. I have seen several different chiropractors in my life and she is the best. At every session I have had Dr. Franco took a methodical approach and spent her time to evaluate how I was feeling before moving along towards a better path for my mobility. If you are looking for a chiropractor who can really help you, this is the one! read more

Yeah - I got a promotion a few months ago. Boo, I am working way too many hours and it is taking a toll on my body. I could not ignore it when my stiff neck led to horrible tension headaches and regular massages were no longer enough for relief. Fortunately, I not only have great parking karma - I have exceptional luck with finding body healers. What a happy accident that the chiropractor who works two days a week at my fitness studio, Truve, is also affiliated with Back in Balance. I started seeing Dr. Jessica Franco a few months ago and she is helping me heal. Her adjustments are gentle but really effective. She also uses a variety of techniques that relieve pain and release my muscles. I feel taller and after adjustments I have longer arms- they literally extend few inches lower. The at home and work exercises she prescribes are effective and easy to fit into my schedule. Thanks to Dr. Franco, I have additional mobility head to toe and no more tension headaches. Highest recommendation. read more

Dr. Jessica Franco rocks!!! Words can't express how grateful I am to Back in Balance and all of their staff. Everyone I have seen there has been incredible! When I came in I was in chronic pain from an accident. I first saw Dr. Klein who was extremely knowledgable and knew exactly how to alleviate my symptoms. She took time to show me things that I could do on my own to strengthen my back and prevent further injury. I then saw Dr. Franco who continued my treatment. I also had rolfing sessions there with Morgan Klein. Between the three of them, they saved my life!!! I was suffering so bad I could barely concentrate or do my job. Dr. Franco worked with me until I was no longer in chronic pain. She is a gentle and compassionate miracle worker and I can't say enough about how grateful I am to her! I can finally turn my neck without wincing in pain!!! read more

I started seeing Laurie back in September 2013. I went to 3 visits and then decided to find a new chiropractor. Laurie maybe good at what she does but I find her bedside manner to be less than gentle and therapeutic. She also has a lot of requirements on how to breathe and move. She repeatedly told me to "relax" which I was unable to do since she was so rough with her touch. Her excuse was "I have a heavy hand". She seemed to get frustrated when my body would not cooperate with her. At one point she started yanking on my foot that I had surgery on and it actually hurt. When she saw me she was like "You look like you are going to cry". I wanted to say I was about to cry because it hurt so bad. She also has long nails and when she would work on me they would scratch me. She was also trying to sell me a bunch of different items. She has a very cute dog that hangs out at her practice. I think its great that she is able to have her dog with her all the time however its a bit disconcerting when the dog ends up on the table you are supposed to get adjusted on and she has to tell the dog to move off the table. He also farts a lot and so now you are ending up being adjusted with the smell of dog fart and an uncomfortable adjustment by Laurie when its not going her way. I have since found a new chiropractor who makes great adjustments and has very therapeutic bedside manner. read more

I was recently hit from behind by another car and sustained some damage to my neck. After doing some research online about my options to get treated (primary care physician v chiropractor) I felt that she would be able to make me feel better in a much more holistic way. After asking a thorough set of questions about what happened and where the pain was affecting me, she went to work and provided immediate relief. I had never been to a chiropractor before, so this experience will go far in retaining me as her client as well as sending future referrals her way. If you have never been to a chiropractor before, I highly recommend that you give her a chance at relieving your pain. read more

Dr. Franco and Dr. Manley are the absolute best! Both skillful and knowledgeable. I recently suffered a gnarly ankle sprain (soccer injury) and have had a lot of great work done by both Dr. Franco & Dr. Manley. I highly recommend them. read more

Laurie is an awesome Chiropractor and Massage Therapist. She is totally holistic. She will work with clients to build their strength and flexibility, and she also a yoga instructor so she knows how to help people change their actual habits that causes pain. I know so many clients of hers that have been completely healed. Also, when she adjusts my neck it feels better for weeks! She is also really sweet and personable and really makes you feel at home. read more

My husband and I are seeing Laurie for our recent whiplash injuries. She has never suggested inappropriate care because it would be covered by the auto insurance. We are extremely happy with her chiropractic treatment and massage therapists. Laurie massages and adjusts for a full 30 minutes with great results, she integrates several modalities in her treatment, which are very effective. We recommend her and will continue to see her for our chiropractic needs. read more

Dr. Franco is amazing. Very knowledgeable, understanding, and easy to talk too. Back in Balance has a plethora of advance medical devices which are used to treat you. I was definitely impressed with the doctor and facility. There are two "living" walls that are cool and relaxing to look at. Also there is a super cool pup there to help you relax and keep you company! read more

Whhoooo Laurie! It has been avery long time since I have seen her as i have moved to an inconvenient location, but Laurie is the best! Her technique and skill has yet to be matched. Some chiropractors are really quick to crack you abruptly and move on, but Laurie will stretch your muscles a bit before adjusting, use bit of heat when needed and will also give you exercises to strengthen yourself at home. She is particularly good for you more athletic types as she is also very athletic.(but also not judgemental if you are a loaf like myself) Anyway, sure wish I could enjoy Laurie's adjustments cause she is also a fun person to talk to. So, you go instead and support women owned business and tell her Alex says hello! read more

Dr. Klein is excellent! Her touch is intuitive and responsive. This was my first time getting a full-on adjustment, and she handled me with care. It's a wonderful experience, with massaging touch and postural adjustments, I found myself opening and expanding in my body. I highly recommend Dr. Laurie, her upbeat energy and cheerful mood will put you at ease. The treatment room is also pleasant with lots of sun and warmth. If you're in luck, you'll get to meet her snorting pooch, Jocko (I think that's his name). He hangs out in the office sometimes! Visit Dr. Klein, you're in for a treat! read more

I've been coming to Doctor Jessica Franco for years and I absolutely love her!!! I recommend her to all who truly want to experience next level healing!!!! read more

Dr. Laurie Klein has been a regular part of my marathon training for over 3 years. Just as stretching, cross and weight training (and of course, lots and lots of running) are part of my regular routine so are visits to Dr. Klein. Whether training for an event, out of whack from too much time at a computer, suffering the ill effects of any other repetative physical activity or an isolated injury, Dr. Klein's touch is a great addition to anything you do to take care of your body (and mind). Little Jocko is a kick in the pants too.... woof! read more

I first met Laurie 11 years ago when my back went out for the first time. I had never been in such pain. I was immobile. My friends recommended Laurie and I insisted there was no way anyone was going to touch my back. I went to my primary doctor who prescribed pain meds. A week later I had not improved and I was a bit more willing to try other options. I reached out to Laurie - scared and in excruciating pain. She was extremely accommodating. Never in a million years did I think that Chiropractics would be so effective. I was back to work in less than a week and pain free within two weeks WITHOUT MEDS! I have been a regular patient of hers ever since. She has treated me for tennis elbow, Shoulder pain, wrist pain and numerous other sport related injuries. I have always said she is my favorite appointment of the month. I refer to her when ever I get the chance and can not recommend her enough. I also want to ad that my 30 minute treatments have consisted of mostly deep tissue work with lots of massage and stretching and only a couple minutes of snap, crackle, pop (adjustments), which is right up my ally. I LOVE LAURIE KLEIN! read more

Dr Franco always works! I have had chronic hip and low back pain and she does a combination of chiropractic and deep tissue work called ART that really gets at the core of the problem. I have had much more mobility and way les pain than ever and I have seen a lot of different body workers over the years! read more

I think this is my first Yelp review - wish me luck: I'm a competitive weightlifter and I've been seeing Dr Franco on and off for about a year for various little injuries -- wrist, knee, shoulder... Seems like there's a little something new every few months, but that's the nature of sportz. That's all to say, I've been exposed to quite a few of her tools, tricks, and various death grips that help get me back to where I need to be so I can perform at my best. And though it's not the the traditional chiropractic treatments that bring me in, I always appreciate a good tune up through the various adjustments and wizardry. And on a personal level, she's fun, enthusiastic, empathetic, and has good taste in comedy and music. So while I'm usually coming in because something's wrong with me, I always look forward to my appointments and leave feeling awesome. read more

Dr.Rich truly knows his stuff! I walked in with upper back and shoulder pain, and walked out wondering why I've never been into see him before! I was impressed with the time that he spent with me before just popping and cracking something in my back. He's one of the few doctors that I've been to that actually cares about his patients and wants to see them get better! I wish more doctors were like him! read more

How have I never written a review for Dr. Franco or Dr. Klein? I've been a loyal patient for almost 4 years, I couldn't function without these incredible healers. I have extreme hyper mobility, scoliosis, and chronic migraines. Dr. Franco puts me back together and is the most thorough chiropractor ever! Using ART helps so much too with my muscle spasms and myofascial pain. Other chiros crack you in a few minutes and make you sit around for an hour. At back in balance you are seen at your appointment time for a FULL 30 minutes. These women are amazing. read more

My job is very physical and so between my workouts and my work, I can get pretty beat up. I walked in with all kinds of issues my first appointment and Dr. Franco was able to address them with chiropractic and ART in under an hour. I also appreciate her knowledge and insight---she is not just trying to "fix" me but help me learn how to move and be better in my body, which I very much appreciate. She is my spine's new best friend. My feet, hips, and shoulders are also big fans of hers. Thank you, Dr. Franco!! read more

Dr. Franco is one of the best in the biz! As a second generation chiropractor myself, I'm proud to call her a colleague. She's a natural healer with a gifted skill in the human body. She engages the mind body connection with a deep understanding of muscular and soft tissue dynamics. Whether seeking pain relief from a long term issue to a recent ankle sprain, you'll leave her office with a greater understanding of your body and its needs. I've never gotten off her table feeling anything but energized, connected and euphoric. Her specialities include active release technique, myofacial distortion model and prenatal care. You're the best, Dr. F! read more

Dr. Franco is amazing!! She is not one of those chiropractors that does the same adjustment every time, she adjusts you based on what is going on. It also isn't just an adjustment, she focuses on different modalities and techniques. You can tell that she is passionate about her care and is constantly learning in her profession to provide you the best care. So happy to have found her and so is my neck!! read more

I was having serious pain in my lower back, and didn't know what was going on. I heard that Jessica Franco was skilled and so I made two appointments with her. It was very helpful, the pain went down quickly, and she was able to give me a diagnosis that put me at ease. If you're looking for a nice place and a skilled practitioner, I'd definitely recommend this place, and Dr. Franco. read more

Dr Franco helped me with my frozen shoulder that had been really stiff for about a month. She also adjusted my feet and they have never felt better. I went running and did some yoga after our appointment and felt great. She has genuinely warm and caring presence and an office space to match. I plan to be one of her regulars :) read more

Dr. Franco is really a healer in the true sense of the word. She gets creative with how to deal with whatever issue your body may be presenting with that day. I appreciate her ability to accommodate what my body needs, whether it be deep muscle work, a specific adjustment, or general mobilization. The diversity in her practice allows her to make me feel significantly better every time I get off the table. Thank you Dr. Franco. read more

I heart Doc Jessica Franco! I have had chronic pain in my left hip from years of figure skating and teaching dance...and her ART work has helped a ton! Her massage therapist Karen is amazing too, and will work in conjunction with the doc to solve your issues. Go check out this awesome and laid-back team of ladies...they know their stuff! read more

She is the BEST! I have had back problems all my life and always played with the idea of going to a chiropractor but was never sure and mostly scared. Eventually i took a hard impact fall on my neck and literally heard my neck pop out of place. After 2 weeks of dealing with migraines and severe neck pain i decided to just do it, it was clear to me I needed a chiropractor. I handy-dandy yelped for a local chiropractor and came across Back in Balance. The reviews were great and I was comforted by the fact that she was a woman. I called her up, clearly sounding in pain and explain what had happened. I don't know if she heard my level of distress in my voice but she was so sympathetic over the phone and asked if I needed to come in right away. YES please! I went in with a severe headache barely able to move my neck and after one visit my headache was gone and I could move my neck again! She has a positive way of explaining things and I was comfortable with the treatment and info. She has strong hands and rubbed my neck for a while as to help me relax and reassured me she wouldn't adjust anything until she would tell me, which built a level of trust and relaxation. Everything so gloriously popped into place. She was patient, kind and gentle when telling me what to do, even though it was my first time and i had no idea how things worked, so it took me a few times to understand what were doing and which way to move. She recommended i come for only 6 sessions and reassured me I would be on my way to healing healthy. I have not completed my treatment yet but let me tell you I look forward to my appointments because they are such a wonderful relief from my pain and reassurance for a brighter back future. She has gone out of her way to show me stretches and exercises I can do at home, and for the first time I feel confident that all my back problems are treatable and will not cause me a life of pain and problems if I just go about it correctly. I plan to see Laurie for any back issues as long as she's in business and as long as Im near Oakland! THANKS DR.LAURIE! read more

I had never been to a chiropractor nor did I believe I needed to. I was nervous and didn't know what to expect. I went into the office and was greeted with a happy hello and a friendly atmosphere. Dr. Jessica Franco was understanding about my hesitation and explained everything. She was gentle and effective. I came in with horrible lower back pain, (come to find out wasn't even caused by anything in the lower back, it was just showing there). I have now had two visits and my back pain is gone! I feel great and am looking forward to my next visit. read more

I didn't have the greatest experience with Laurie and have since found a chiropractor who's technique is a better fit for my chronic back pain. I think Laurie is a great person and I liked her and her staff a lot. However I thought she was too rough for me. She did the same adjustments each time and kept recommending extra services that I was hesitant to try because her adjustments just weren't providing relief. She also sometimes seemed mad if my body wasn't cooperating with her attempts to adjust me, which probably made me more stiff and tense. I've since found someone who's more thorough and gentle. I trust him and ultimately I think that makes a huge difference. His appointments last an hour rather than a half hour so I feel like I get more care for what I spend. read more

I've been seeing Dr Klein for both chiropractic and personal yoga for years. I've seen many chiros before her and she is at the top of the profession. She takes the time to do things right, unlike many chiros who seem intent on cranking as many patients through their practice as they can. I can't say enough about her. read more

AWESOME! I was having so much pain with my back and Laurie is fixing it. She's like a little ninja jumping around and getting into places you didn't even know you needed to work on or could work on. At the same time, she is so peaceful and forces you to relax. The best part is that she readjusts you and massages you all in one session. I think I'm going to try her yoga class next. read more

I've been seeing Laurie over a few years and she is wonderful. Because she is an athlete she understands about my unique pains from running and biking which is great. She is down-to-earth, always with a smile on her face and she has helped my aches & pains in my back and leg tremendously so that I could run my marathon! read more

I'm not sure I can give anymore praise for Laurie and her staff than has already been said... but ok, wow. She's my first chiropractor and immediately upon walking into the office I felt at ease. The whole facility is calming and lends itself to your comfort. Laurie also takes the time to get to know you, your tweaking and kinkage, and then ~ bliss, heaven, RELIEF. In short, I am a limp noodle by the time I leave. The massage, btw, should not be missed. At all. Just go once and you'll know what I mean. read more