I am a lifelong athlete and serious lifter and have gone through many different forms of pain…read morerelief extensively. Recently, I injured my back was struggling in my recovery. I was recommended to Dr. Schwerte by a friend and I got acupuncture done. He is a amazing at what he does in all ways. Everything is professional, he is always on time, he is very understanding of my situation. I am afraid of needles so acupuncture was a mental challenge for me but he was very caring and understanding with his approach. I will continue to get acupuncture going forward as part of my recovery.

I first visited Dr. Schwerte about 2 months ago at the recommendation of my chiropractor for…read moretreatment of a particularly stubborn bout of lower back pain. I've dealt with chronic back pain for the past ~20 years and this was my first experience with acupuncture. To be honest, I was skeptical...it's not that I didn't believe that acupuncture could help people, it's more that I didn't quite believe that acupuncture would help ME when nothing else I've tried has consistently helped. I was wrong. Within 4 treatments, I was virtually pain free. I still had/have problem areas that we're working on, but I went from skeptical to believing that a long-term pain-free existence could be in my future. My only regret is not finding Dr. Schwerte and trying acupuncture years ago. If you have chronic pain, I cannot recommend him highly enough!

Have you ever gotten a massage because you were in pain, but then left the massage feeling…read morecompletely relaxed, but still in pain? Well, you haven't tried rolfing. Rolfing is a type of massage in which the therapist works with your connective tissues to help relieve pain and restore balance in your body. Philip is amazing! He's professional, respectful, extremely knowledgeable, empathic and just knows what he's doing. I've gone to Philip a handful of times over the last 5 years, mostly for some acute pain. Most recently, my clumsy a** injured my lower back while stumbling on some stairs. After a few days of trying to stretch it out myself, I finally made an appointment with Philip. He was able to accommodate me that day and now I feel fantastic! In terms of affordability, Philip charges what anyone would pay for a standard massage AND you're getting long-term benefits. Here's what to expect: When you walk into Philip's office, you'll chat with him a bit about what's going on before receiving treatment. He has a warm and cozy room in the back where you will lie down on a massage table fully-clothed. He keeps you completely covered with sheets, except for the part he's working on. Rolfing can be a bit painful, like a deep tissue massage, but you'll walk out feeling like your muscles have finally taken their grip off whatever they were holding on to so tightly. Philip usually recommends a medicated patch (smells like tiger balm) to put over the area after treatment. After every session, I feel more mobile than when I walked in the office and for that, I am grateful. If you have more chronic issues, I would suggest several sessions.

I'm giving Philip Brown very high marks for what I was able to accomplish through his help. The…read moreprocess I needed to go through to recover from the bone-spurring and osteoarthritic development of my ankle without major surgery was my goal. I've been a distance runner, mostly trail runner, since my cross-country days as a high school runner. I had to finish running and switch to cycling and other forms of exercise back in November 2006 and do my best to recover. I journeyed through many therapies and found two that included a ton of homework. I've been teaching human anatomy and physiology at both graduate and undergraduate levels since 1987 specializing in dissection lab. Perhaps it was my knowledge of anatomy that got in the way at times of seeing so very clearly the relationship of back curvature, postural issues, movement kinesiology and the muscle adhesions of a 50-something that had endured lots of exercise, injury and recovery. The fix for me came in two stages. Learning standing qi gong from Liping Zhu at http://www.qidragon.com as a kind of "test" or metered way of seeing how good I was getting at simply standing with good structure. The second step was all of the homework that Philip Brown gave me as he melted through various muscle adhesions and presented his standard homework techniques that allowed me to learn new movements and arrive at new structural postures. The second step also included Philip Brown's lifetime knowledge of yoga. Philip has been a student and teacher of yoga most of his adult life before switching careers to go into this area of physical therapy. Yoga and tai ji are still on going parts of his life. I took me a year of Philip teaching me how to stand, sit, put new structural curves in my spine, and finally walk without pain. The proof came when I ran 10 miles two years into my practice. For those who stopped reading as soon as I said one year and then spoke of my two year recovery, I have a small clue to share with you. The lower anatomy of a human being has poor circulation compared to the rest of the anatomy. I've shattered my elbow, had it rewired, went through the physical therapy and I have full range of motion with no pain or arthritic development. Chronic injury from the knee on downward gets progressively more difficult to recover from. It's a fact of life. Now at 61 I can go back to all of my activities, but I do have to be very mindful of daily practices of posture, structure while standing, kinesiology of movement and all of the homework lessons. But I get to walk, run, cycle and be fully active. So there's a price and there's benefits. Depends on how much it matters to you, how much you're willing to commit to the work it takes to be truly active and aerobically fit into the latter part of life. I may have caused some people not to try Philip Brown and caused them to seek joint surgery. It takes a part of my day every day to practice movement and posture and self administer massage and stretching. This is how one treats the root of chronic joint injury. BTW, my original review was here: http://www.yelp.com/biz/philip-brown-bodywork-structural-integration-san-francisco#hrid:kZawJbsEa5nSSEvBMOHg9A/src:self I've included pictures at that location.

I woke up with a crick in my neck that was very painful. Anatoly was very knowledgeable (and…read morefunny!) and was able to realign my vertebrae. My pain was totally gone by the end of the day - it was amazing! Would recommend Anatoly!

This man knows what he is doing. I left feeling significantly better than when I came in and he…read moregave me advice for what to do about my problem areas. He knows where you're feeling pain without even having to tell him. Super kind and comfortable to be around! In a sketch area but worth the visit if you are having any pain!

In one session Carl completely fixed the neck pain that had been plaguing me for the better part of…read morea year. Could not recommend him more highly!

I have both Lyme and Mold, so my joints like to throw in the occasional protest. I'm a…read morehigh-functioning Lymie--I play a lot of tennis and work out regularly--which means I'm also pretty skilled at overdoing it and injuring myself. I've had nagging issues with my elbow, shoulder, and right knee that flare up with overuse. I found Carl during a desperate Google search, looking for anything besides another chiropractor to fix my mess. To be honest, I'm still not totally sure how it works--but it does. I've seen him for a shoulder injury (thanks to some questionable tennis serves), a lower back issue (don't ask what I was trying to carry), and most surprisingly, the ongoing knee and elbow pain I've had for ages from Lyme and Mold. He's fixed them all. He's even worked on digestive, allergy and stomach issues. If you've tried massage, chiro, and all the usual stuff with no real results, give this a shot. It's different--and it works. It really does.

**Review for Dr. Larry Becker, Chiropractor**…read more I cannot recommend Dr. Larry Becker enough! When I first visited him, I was struggling with severe back pain that affected my daily life and kept me from getting a good night's sleep. Thanks to his expert care, I can now walk without pain. Dr. Becker took the time to understand my concerns and incorporated acupuncture into my treatment plan alongside chiropractic adjustments. This comprehensive approach has made a remarkable difference in alleviating not just my chronic pain, but also my insomnia, anxiety, and fatigue. His patience and thoroughness truly set him apart. He genuinely cares about finding the right solutions for me, and it shows in the results. If you're suffering from back pain--or really any type of pain--I highly encourage you to see him. The benefits of acupuncture combined with his chiropractic expertise seem to address a wide variety of issues. I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Becker. Everyone should experience the relief and care he provides. He truly knows what he is doing!

Larry is amazing. Didn't know what I was getting into at first if I'm being honest but I'm so glad…read moreI came across his practice! So rare to find a solid chiropractor who also practices acupuncture. The treatment modalities he uses are unique to any other typical office experience I have had. His knowledge is so valuable and I'm able to take home what I've learned just from his level of education. Highly recommend seeing Larry!

I've worked with many different modalities and practitioners over the years, and most recently…read moreMyofascial Release was recommended as helpful for the muscle pain of fibromyalgia. I was so grateful to find Greg nearby! He is a truly gifted body worker who is always enancing his skills with continued education and trying out new techniques. He's terrific at untangling the chaotic ball of fascia that I bring him each visit, and additionally provides a patient, peaceful oasis--the vibes are immaculate! Very glad to have him as part of my care team.

I have worked with many massage therapists and Greg is the only one I come back to weekly. He is a…read moregifted and intuitive healer who provides precise, steady and gentle holding. I have had some of the most profound and intense myofascial releases that unwounded deep patterns that are of a psychosomatic nature. In our sessions, I often tremble and my body constrict / expand in waves . After working him for many weeks, chronic patterns of locked tension in my shoulder and neck that's related to anger and anxiety loosened up and become more fluid. It feels like my head has been reconnected with the rest of my body.

I will preface this by saying Karsten is a personal friend of mine. BUT I have been to many…read moreacupuncturists and he is magic! I particularly like the time he spends informing me about what he is doing and why. I've been to many (I will not name names) who come in stick you with needles, come back "wake" the needles and then take them out without explanation. Karsten also incorporates massage and movement into his practice which has helped me with two bike related injuries. Additionally, and to my surprise, he was extremely knowledgeable about thyroid conditions and how he can help my with my hyperthyroidism. Go to him! Side note: he is on Lombard not Potrero Hill.

Karsten has been great in getting me back up on my feet. I suffer from back issues, and he applies…read morethe right amount of massage and Acupuncture. he has a well thought out plan for you and recommends a realistic road to recovery. Would totally recommend to anyone, for some of you his schedule might not work for you. (Mon, Wed, Fri - i believe) Good time, enjoy

Bettina is an exceptionally skilled Rolfing therapist and healer. I have been seeing her for the…read morepast three years on a monthly basis. I came to Bettina because of pain in my hip, which has been completely resolved. Since then she has also helped me with tennis elbow, TMJ, and pain in my shin. I've been receiving bodywork for over 30 years, and Bettina is truly in a class of her own in terms of both her knowledge of physiology, her caring approach, and her skill as a body worker. It is such a gift to have Bettina's partnership in my health and well-being. I recommend her highly!

I went to her when my Rolfer couldn't see me. She was wonderful and she's younger than he is, so…read moreI'll go back to her when (oh sorrow) he stops practicing. And I'm looking forward to her work.