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Advanced Chiropractic Center
Category: Health and Medical Chiropractors Chiropractors [Edit]
155 Valencia St(at Duboce Ave)
San Francisco, CA 94103
Neighborhood: Mission
(415) 575-7200
- Hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri 9 am - 7 pm
Tue, Thu 7 am - 2 pm
- By Appointment Only:
- No
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54 reviews for Advanced Chiropractic Center
54 reviews in English
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Review from Ronak P.
San Francisco, CA
1/4/2012
I have been seeing Dr. Biegel off and on for the past 5 years. He has healed me through lower back pains, whiplash, and most recently a bulged disc. In every occasion he has explained to me the problem and what I need to do to heal it with exercise, stretches and even a electronic muscle stimulant (tens unit).
In every case he has explained to me how long it would take and the proper things to do to help accelerate the healing (if possible). Overall he is attentive and has a great demeanor when working with me.
The best thing is that he has 2 offices, one in the Financial District and one by Market and Valencia. So there is always a way to see him if you are in the city.
Also you can almost always get a same day appointment if you call ahead, they will fit you in! -
Review from Leslie R.
San Francisco, CA
10/3/2011
I was in excruciating pain not being able to turn my neck or look left or right. I take for granted the ways in which working in front of a computer can inflict stress on my neck. It was hell not being able to sleep. The worse was trying to get up after laying down. Dr. Biegel to the rescue!
He was honest and I value the fact that he didn't try ti prolong my treatment or suggest more visits to see him. He promised I would be better in 2 weeks and he was right. -
Review from George L.
San Francisco, CA
5/28/2011
Long story short, Dr. Biegel saved my ass on two occasions in the past few years. I was a Kaiser kid and never considered going to a chiropractor or osteopath before. After a few times getting attended to at Kaiser over the years for a car accident and subsequent work injury, I did not dig their pain management approach of prescribing drugs, how-to-stretch booklets and physical therapy.
After wrenching my back at work 4 years ago I was referred to ACC by a friend and liked the approach they took with me. Immediate diagnosis, pain relief and a return of range of motion - with a minimum of hassles, fuss and devoid of any "spirituality". Just a problem (physical) joined with a solution (adjustments & massage).
I let myself go in recent years by not stretching, checking my posture or working my core and ::viola:: I wrench my back again this month while painting my apartment. This pain was BAD. I was crawling in and out of bed and (barely) functioning at work but after 7 sessions over 3 weeks I am right as rain with no downtime at work.
Dr. Biegel is a cool guy & a great no-nonsense chiropractor. Just remember to bring abut a buck in quarters to feed the meter during your appointment and r-e-l-a-x during your exam so the man can do his job! -
Review from Joe S.
San Francisco, CA
2/8/2011
Dr. Biegel not only fixed my chronic back pain, but he gave me some techniques and exercises that kept me out of his office for 6 months.
Of course, I just learned about my error in weight lifting techniques that were the reason I ended up in his office in the first place. So, I'll be back - but I have no question that I'll be all set after a few visits. -
Review from Hilaria S.
San Francisco, CA
5/27/2011
I've been going to Dr. Biegel at Advanced Chiropractic Center twice a week for the last 4 months, after I seriously injured my ankle dancing. While my dance career is pretty much over, Dr. Biegel has been able to help me manage and significantly reduce the pain. It's been a long road and a good chunk of money later, but I really think Dr. Biegel has made my situation so much better. When I came to him I could barely walk and had just about zero mobility left in my ankle. I am now able to walk without pain and have even been following Dr. Biegel's exercise suggestions to strengthen the area. I know you will always hear people who say that their chiropractor made their injuries worse but, just like everything else, there are good and bad chiropractors. Thankfully, Dr. Biegel has shown me that he's one of the good ones and that I can only expect positive results from my sessions with him.
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Review from Christopher N.
San Francisco, CA
11/16/2007
A misunderstanding between both parties led us to act out of hand. I chose to ignore Dr. Biegel's initial request to discuss my posting. In hindsight, I should have remained open to his concerns. Both Dr. Biegel and I strongly believe in a person's right to express their opinions in a public forum.
We both encourage the internet community to act responsibly. -
Review from Yeesh K.
San Francisco, CA
1/8/2009
I'm a law school student and went to Dr. Biegel for several months for stress induced neck pain. I always enjoyed his treatment and it really improved my mobility and eventually eliminated my neck pain. I continue to use the exercises he taught me, which have kept my neck pain free (despite my constant studying). I haven't had any further problems and his billing was painless and reasonable. I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone seeking chiropractic services!
*Ignore all the fake reviews from people that have not used his services and are ill-informed about freedom of speech. Freedom of speech comes with the responsibility of being held accountable for slanderous or libelous statements. **Newsflash - no medical care is cheap, blame the US system, NOT the doctor** -
Review from Sharon R.
Oakland, CA
3/6/2007
Even though I moved to the East Bay from SF two and a half years ago, I still go to Dr. Biegel for all of my chiropractic needs because there is no shadow of a doubt in my mind that he is the best chiropractor around.
And what makes the "best chiropractor around" the best you ask?
Perhaps it is the amazing customer service both he and Alla the office manager deliver no matter the day or time. If you need an appointment, they will fit you in right away and greet you with a smile.
Or maybe it is the patient/doctor time spent taking a thorough analysis of an injury at an initial visit.
Or his ability to make my back feel good when I come in with it feeling totally wrong.
Or the time spent to explain a procedure.
Or the willingness to answer any questions.
Or the concern for your life on and and off the adjustment table.
Or the skill and ease answering insurance coverage questions.
Or the kindness in finding ways to provide services if money is a concern.
Or the awesome roller tables you get to chill on after your adjustment.
Or the convenient locations: on Valencia a block off of market (M/W/F) and in the financial district on Sansome between Sacramento and California (T/Th).
Dr. Biegel is a chiropractor for the people. He is always willing to offer up any advice, you just have to ask the questions. -
Review from Minh T.
8/27/2010
Let me first say that I've never been to a chiropractor before and I also previously thought it was hardly a science to be worthy of a Dr. title.
However, after pulling my back out one morning (reaching for my damn BB), I was desperate to try anything. Let me also say I'm in good shape and very athletic so doing something so innocent with major consequences was beyond my comprehension. That's the price you pay for missing gym sessions and letting a laptop and car travel take their toll on your posture (my opinion).
On a Monday, I pulled my back, which I've done before, but this time it was infinitely worse. Two hours after the initial sting, I was darn near paralyzed from pain and couldn't even get up and lay down by myself or without it be excruciating. I felt utterly crippled. I couldn't even dress myself to go anywhere, shower, or carry anything.
I happened upon this office by accident because from where I was in the Sunset on the following Wednesday, Dr. Swanson's OLD office was just a few blocks away (thanks Google for not updating the business address). However, he's located at 155 Valencia now with Dr. Biegel. So I decided to go there anyway on Wednesday because I was desperate and 2 days hadn't changed a thing. I also had a prepaid vacation to Hawaii in a week and there was no way I was canceling it.
Olivia the receptionist was very pleasant and continued to be for the duration of my visits (5 in total). The location of the office is great since you can just hang a right off of 101 N and parking was never an issue (although the City is gouging us but that's neither here nor there).
The first 3 treatments were by Dr. Swanson who was very professional and courteous. Doctors' offices are always a little weird, but it was easy to build rapport with both doctors. Dr. Swanson even gave me an electrode device to use at home to stimulate my muscles and some Tiger Balm to dull the pain, which was a little more effective than Advil and Vicodin alone.
The 4th treatment was just before a vacation so I really wanted to get better and by then, I was. I'd say about 90% with a minimal amount of pain. Unfortunately, there was a misunderstanding with the schedule and Dr. Swanson wasn't there first thing in the morning so I was treated by Dr. Biegel, who was very professional and courteous. He also saw me for a follow-up once I got back because they got slammed one afternoon.
After only 5 treatments, I was about as good a new although they both cautioned it could take a few months for everything to be back 100% even though the pain had subsided. I'm glad they were honest enough to not string me along.
My copay (Blue Shield) covered 90% of the treatment with a minimal amount out of pocket and also covered the electrode machine.
The office is almost like a spa with soothing music, roller beds, and a clean atmosphere. I would highly recommend that anyone come here regardless of injury type. They can see anyone from the average Joe to professional athletes and gymnasts. I'm definitely thinking about coming back for an overall alignment adjustment once I feel that my back is surely healed. -
Review from Polly Enmity P.
San Francisco, CA
11/23/2006
Dr. Biegel is a god among chiropractors. A few years ago I worked in a job that required lots of heavy lifting. I was developing a hunchback...for real. At age 25. I saw Dr. Biegel to help with the debilitating pain I was in every day. He fixed me 100% good as new in a few weeks.
He's a sincerely nice guy, and cares about how the rest of your life is going. Every session I've had has involved an exam, electro-stimulation, a little massage, an adjustment, and a few minutes on a roller or water massage table. Amazing! I float out of the office.
The sessions are worth the cost, even if you don't have insurance to cover it. He sells a package deal of 10 sessions for $350 ($10 off per session), and I've always had 30+ minute sessions. Completely worth the cost.
Alla in the front office is also a goddess - she recognized my voice over the phone even though I hadn't been to the office in over a year. She'll get you in for a same-day appointment almost without fail.
When I moved to the East Bay, he suggested we find me a chiro closer to me. I refused; I am a devoted Dr. Biegel patient!Listed in: Abso-Fucking-Lute Favorites in…
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Review from Kevin H.
San Francisco, CA
6/19/2008
I have nothing but good things to say about my experiences with Dr. Biegel. He and Alla are both very friendly and the office atmosphere is incredibly relaxing. They were great and worked with me and the limitations of my insurance to provide the most affordable care possible.
I love that he takes the time to speak with me about my life in general and then more specifically about my physical health every time I go in for an adjustment. Dr. Biegel demonstrates a genuine and holistic (whole-istic?) concern for his patients' well being.
I have been to other chiropractors and my adjustments there have made me feel like a piece of meat being tenderized for a cannibalistic cookoff. Not so with Dr. Biegel--he does a bit of massage and heat work first to loosen you up and also instructs you on stretching exercises to help the adjustments "take" better.
Plus, the ROLLER TABLE! Oh god, I want one of those for my house. Someday. Someday soon.Listed in: My Neighborhood -- Call it the…
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Review from Nora S.
San Francisco, CA
4/13/2007
For years, I suffered from intermittent pain in my right hand and arm. I complained about it to my doctor, but she told me again and again that it was "probably nothing" (that's a direct quote). Finally, having received a coupon for a free consultation from Gold's Gym, I decided to give Dr. Biegel a try.
I'd never been to a chiropractor before, and was worried that I might find myself in the clutches of some crystal waving new ager (not that there's anything wrong with that). But Dr. Biegel put me at ease immediately. He was knowledgeable, professional, and best of all, he actually took my pain seriously.
I started going in for regular appointments. A month or so in, Dr. Biegel noticed an almost undetectable lump just above my right collarbone. On Dr. Biegel's recommendation, I followed up with my doctor, and after innumerable tests, scans and finally exploratory surgery, I ended up being diagnosed with a schwannoma -- a slow growing, benign tumor of the nerve sheath.
The neurosurgeon who removed the tumor last month says that it was approximately the size of a tennis ball. It had been there for years. Even though it was nearly undetectable from the outside, it was wreaking havoc on my brachial plexus, stretching the nerves and pushing them up against the surrounding bone. If it had gone undetected much longer, I might've had permanent nerve damage, or even lost use of my hand or arm. If it had had a chance to get any larger it would have been much more difficult and traumatic to remove (as it was, I was in surgery for eight hours, and they had to cut through my collarbone to get the thing out).
Every doctor I've dealt with, from diagnoses to surgery, has told me how lucky I am that Dr. Biegel found this tumor when he did. He more than likely saved my arm. -
Review from David L.
San Francisco, CA
9/1/2007
I had never been to a chiropractor before I walked into Dr. Biegel's office. I had pretty negative views of the science of chiropractic, let's call it contempt prior to investigation. I had some pretty severe neck and shoulder pain, as well as a disabling emotional illness.
Dr. Biegel has been an incredible part of my recovery. He's not "new age". He's straight-forward, he doesn't pull punches. He's intuitive, and seems to know just how to adjust my body with the perfect amount of pressure. I now report near perfect physical and mental health! With Dr. Biegel's help, I've gotten into a fantastic exercise regimen. My posture is better. I rarely even get a cold these days.
Dr. Biegel rocks! -
Review from Leelee C.
San Francisco, CA
1/8/2009
I fainted a few months ago and came to numb and disoriented. I went to several doctors, had EKGs, CT scans, blood work, the works. No one had any ideas, no one could help me, and I'd spent thousands of dollars out of pocket trying to get help or a diagnosis. After all of that, I went to Dr. Biegel. He discussed possible causes and we decided, based on my history and his evaluation, that it might be related to a disk in my neck. $45 and a massage and adjustment later, I felt fine. Numbness was nearly gone, dizziness was gone, I no longer felt disoriented. Dr. Biegel figured out what a team of doctors could not and for that, I am very thankful.
I've been seeing Dr. Biegel on and off for two years now. He has always been honest, caring, competent, and completely upfront with his billing. I'll continue seeing Dr. Biegel and will continue recommending him to my friends in need of care. -
Review from Max K.
San Francisco, CA
4/22/2008 1 Check-in Here
This guy is great. He's always able to squeeze me in and he's gone above and beyond to help me.
I hurt my back, while lifting a 50 lbs computer, at work. I went in and he set me up with regular treatments and helped me with the Workers Comp. I didn't realize the steps that I was supposed to take, for the coverage, and he took care of it. The coverage provider wanted to decline payment so he showed up at court and told me not to worry about a thing! Even though I didn't do what was needed, he took care of it with out asking for anything.
He even shows up at most street fairs and does free massage, for his patients, right there! -
Review from Craig H.
Santa Rosa, CA
1/8/2009
Due to A WC claim, I began seeing Dr. Biegel; He did such a wonderful job helping me that I would NEVER have a problem sending someone to see him. He helped me so much!
He is a very knowledgeable and helpful person! He knows what he's doing and made life normal for me again! Kudos's to Dr. Biegel!
Thank you to all you have done to help me! :-)
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Review from Matthew L.
7/31/2007
My girlfriend, Sarah, and I got into a car accident about a week ago. As she was in debilitating back pain, further complicated by her fibromyalgia, I decided to check out Yelp to find a chiropractor near our apartment.
Alas, we found Dr. Biegel and his five star reviews. I called, and then made an appointment for later that day.
Dr. Biegel saw both of us - He eased my sharp lower back pain with just one adjustment.
...And Dr. Biegel has enabled Sarah's back to nearly return to its pre-accident state.
Here's Sarah: Dr. Biegel is amazing. Even though I am from Canada and was leaving to return home shortly, Dr. Biegel found a way to fit me into his schedual and treat me on the remainder of my days in San Francisco. When I went into his office for the first time I could hardly walk and in three days I was able to resume regular activities. Dr. Biegel is extremely good at what he does, but he also takes time to treat you like a human being and is very empathetic to your situation. He calmed my fears about the pain I was in and took the time to listen to my concerns and answer my questions. He is awesome! -
Review from Alisha A.
San Francisco, CA
8/7/2007
I think I have the best 'hood on the planet.
I've always been grateful for living within a few blocks of Zeit, Blue Bottle and Orbit Room.
I love my dive gym, Valencia Muscle and Fitness.
Now I can add "ACC" to the list. Super easy to get in, super friendly, and by golly- he actually fixed my neck.!!! As a chiropractor virgin, I've felt comfortable, safe and informed how this all works. I would not hesitate to recommend this place. -
Review from Misha M.
San Francisco, CA
1/23/2007
I have had really mixed results with chiros. Some are really rough, and just manhandle you. And hey- some people love that. Some are really new agey and so delicate that you wonder what they are doing- and want you to stay with them for months. Dr. Biegel is neither of these things, and that's why I keep going back to him.
I love Dr. Biegel. There is something so sweet and calming about him. He's never too rough on my adjustments, and it's actually quit relaxing in his office. He's also very practical about his care- he doesn't try to get you to come back for months at a time. I've had him work on problems with my neck and my back, and he always fixes the problem. I can't recommend him highly enough (and like the earlier reviewer- I adore his assistant).
Oh- and I love that he has a downtown location (as well as a location in the mission), and he is So easy to make an appointment with. -
Review from Eric M.
Oakland, CA
10/13/2006 1 photo
Dr. Biegel has really helped me through some rough times, and continues to support me in my not so bad times -- even when I don't feel like I need an adjustment, I try to stop by just to check in on him and his awesome assistant Alla (sp?).
I'm not going to use this review to make arguments for chiropractic - it's a bit of a controversial approach to healing, I obviously like it and if you're reading this you're probably interested in trying it or have tried it and are looking for someone to help you get back into a pain-free existence. I've been to at least three other chiropractic practitioners before Dr. Biegel, and I'll never go back to any of them as long as I live in the Bay.
First and foremost, the man has a great bedside manner and exhibits something that is rare to find in many medical scenarios -- a caring practitioner who is generally interested in you and your health. He's not running an assembly line. He is very gentle and responsive to individual needs. He also has a good aesthetic and decorative style and his Mission studio is very nice.
In addition to the normal adjustment, he has some nice equipment to round out the experience, including these awesome traction tables (which I call roller tables). He also has a hydro-table at his Mission studio that is like a water-bed with high-powered massage jets inside it. You can also schedule a 30 minute deep tissue massage on Wednesdays.
He maintains two studios, the main one is in the Mission (reviewed here) that he is at Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, he can be found at 350 Sansome Street, 7th Floor.
He is also very compassionate regarding your financial situation, and is quite flexible in this regard if you have to make many visits. He accepts most major types of insurance, and has been gracious enough to help my girlfriend out when she was between jobs and hence without insurance.
Check out his website for more details: http://www.drbiegel.com/ -
Review from R J.
San Francisco, CA
4/8/2011
Dr. Biegel is brilliant. He is very professional, attentive, thorough, and kind. I have had very rare thoracic condition for years, which needs a lot of special attention and maintenance. Dr. Beigel helped me to understand more about the condition than any other doctor, physical therapist or body-worker I've been to. He takes time and care to ensure my utmost comfort by detailing each of my appointments with progressive techniques, and giving me lots of great practices to take home.
Within my first few adjustments, I felt greatly improved and I have been improving well ever since. After my first visit, he alleviated years of chronic headaches (I thought they were migraines, but it was my spine)!
His office manager is very kind and helpful. They accept insurance, which is very rare in S.F. The office takes great pains to make sure their patients are getting optimal insurance coverage, or manageable payment plans- Truly healing the patient is their top priority. For example, I've caused a few re-injuries with my rigorous dance/theater training, and they always get me in for care.
If I ever have to move away from S.F., I would come back just to be treated at Advanced Chiropractic.
If you have acute needs, pain of any range, or difficult to treat conditions, you can definitely count on Dr. Biegel for optimal support and treatment. This review may sound gushy and it is. Of course I would gush after feeling relief from years of chronic pain. -
Review from Sally C.
Ann Arbor, MI
4/23/2009
Dr.Biegel is a fantastic chiropractor and an all around good guy. He takes his time answering any questions that I have. I've never felt rushed, and I always feel like he listens to me. Also, he has helped me tremendously with an old, chronic lower back injury.
AND let me not forget to mention that if you go see him on Valencia, you get to relax on what I call "the Rolly Table" for 10 minutes while watching Planet Earth DVDs -- sometimes the most relaxing 10 minutes of my whole week!
Just to avoid confusion -- he has two office locations: one is on Valencia and one is on Sansome, I think he's at on Sansome Tuesday and Thurs, then Valencia the rest of the week, but call to make sure.
I'm usually able to get an appointment the same day that I call, which is hugely important for chiropractic care -- if you tweaked something you want it fixed ASAP or else you'll be miserable, am I right? -
Review from Charlie V.
San Francisco, CA
7/22/2007
I have been to many chiropractors in my life, and Dr. Biegel is the best!
He is a very personable person, he knows what he's doing, and makes you feel great in no time at all!
Thanks for having my back! -
Review from David P.
Folsom, CA
4/7/2010
I had fallen as a child and, without realizing it, injured my coccyx. I injured my lower back on the job. Between the two, I was in bad shape, but I did not realize how bad.
It took time, but Dr. Biegel's treatments restored functionality and reduced the pain in my lower back.
Thank you. -
Review from L D.
El Cerrito, CA
1/21/2010
***THE BEST CHIROPRACTOR***
Dr.Biegel is a fantastic chiropractor and all around a great guy. Combining sport and being glued to a desk for way to many hours a day, has resulted the need for chiropractic care over the past 10 years. I have been going to Dr. Biegel since 1999 and I have recommended him to many friends and they all have been pleased with their visits to his offices. I can't say enough good things about Dr Biegel, he has been instrumental for the good health I enjoy today...for that I am forever grateful. THANK YOU ! -
Review from ellen r.
Tiburon, CA
1/7/2009
I just felt I had to defend Dr. Biegel after having seen his suit in the news. I wanted to say that I had NO problem with his billing practices. Unfortunately, the treatment itself was useless, and actually aggravated my pain, so I don't feel that I can give him more than 2 stars. But I do want to say that the costs/insurance were very upfront, and I'm sure he did the best that he could.
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Review from Joe M.
Boca Raton, FL
10/8/2010
What do you do when you have back trouble while on vacation? You go straight to Yelp and within a few hours I was under the care of Dr Bieber. What an awesome, caring doctor. I went to both of his locations while in the city. He uses not only adjustments but also massage, ultrasound and stretching. Got me out and about after a few visits. If I lived in SF I would definitely be a regular.
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Review from b b.
Oakland, CA
11/8/2008
This is really about Dr. Biegel's business practices, not his treatments - we had a little confusion about my insurance and what it did/didn't cover. I needed a pretty non-standard treatment and (after a phone call with the doc prior to scheduling) decided to give his office a shot.
For a bit there, I thought I was being taken advantage of because I ended up (unexpectedly) paying a small bit out of pocket when my insurance theoretically covered everything. I spoke to my insurance, then wrote an email to him expressing my frustration, and his response was amazingly gracious. Dr. Biegel was more concerned about the customer than the cash! He refunded not only the out-of-pocket charge, but my co-pay as well. When I realized I was in the wrong after reading his thoughtful response and making a few more phone calls, I told him not to worry and admitted I was wrong. He sent the check anyway with a nice note. His policy about handling treatments not covered by insurance is actually quite reasonable.
As for his clinical ability: Dr. Biegel was thorough and thoughtful during the evaluation, and explained everything to me in plain English. He gets props for that. It's hard to say much about the treatment, though, since the nature of my beast would require a little more than 1 session to know if it made a difference, but I definitely would have returned.
But, again, Dr. Biegel is honest & appears to be concerned about the person that he is treating. I was able to sort out things with my insurance with another provider, but would consider returning to Dr. Biegel for more "traditional" chiropractic care if I ever needed it. (Though I'm a bit embarrassed...)
Kudos to Dr. Biegel for doing the right thing. -
Review from Elise H.
San Francisco, CA
10/29/2010
my lower back pain was brought to live after a week of wwoofing. i reached out to see dr. biegel after reading all the positive yelp reviews and yelpers - you did NOT disappoint me!
dr. biegel took the time to do a thorough exam and discover the issue at hand. he explained the problem to me thoroughly and even showed me some exercises i can do on a daily basis to help combat my back pain at home. i've been to other chiropractors, but with their rushing through and lack of patient education, they don't compare to dr. biegel. i'm sticking with him. do yourself a favor and go in for a visit. you will absolutely be grateful you did so. -
Review from Chad A.
San Francisco, CA
1/8/2009
I met Dr. Biegel at his booth at the Castro Street Fair several years ago for the simple free neck and shoulder massages he offers to passers-by. At the time, my partner was having back pain, and made an appt to see him, and I also made an appt because of tense shoulders and other maladies of working on the computer all day. Dr. Biegel turned out to be one of those fortunate events in your life that you could not have planned, as I was diagnosed with congenital disc degeneration (by my general practitioner) after having some neural symptoms, and having met Dr. Biegel before, sought him out again for help with this new issue. Not only did he help me navigate through the maze of treatment options, but he helped me read my MRI results and put everything in plain English, gave me a series of exercises to do on my own, and made sure that the symptoms were getting better. He put me on a path to successfully managing my own symptoms when they recur, and did it all with kindness. The friendship and care that he shows is extraordinary.
Finally, it just plain sucks that people who have no clue about Dr. Biegel and have never been a patient are leaving 1 star reviews. It's like road rage- stupid when you do it, and doesn't help anything. -
Review from Zach J.
San Francisco, CA
8/2/2008
I had never been to a chiropractor before Dr. Biegel, but decided to give it a shot after I aggravated a back injury in the spring. He was very helpful in terms of explaining my injury and how to get my back feeling better. The one thing that I really appreciated was that he gave me a very manageable program of stretches and exercises. In the past, my experience with doctors and physical therapists is that they give you so many things to do that its like a part time job and it just isn't realistically sustainable in the long run. Dr. Biegel kept it simple and manageable while still being effective.
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Review from Khoa N.
San Francisco, CA
12/15/2008
I've seen Dr. Biegel for nearly two years and can say with confidence that he is one of the most proficient, generous, and genuine health practitioners you will ever meet. I'm always given the best care at every visit and have never been turned away from seeking an appointment. He is an upstanding person with an admirable view on life and personal health, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking chiropractic care.
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Review from Sara S.
San Francisco, CA
4/28/2010
Dr. Biegel is the best. Of course I love him because he quickly relieved the sharp, shooting pain in my back that had me in tears and unable to sleep. But apart from that, he just runs a great office that is a blend of efficiency and warmth and makes coming in a pleasure. He is personable and genuinely cares about his patients. He is warm, yet moves the sessions along at a good pace and doesn't talk your ear off, so you can feel as if you've received expert care but can quickly get back to your day. I don't really want to give the trolls attention, but... I have NO idea what people are talking about when they mention issues with pricing. I find Dr. Biegel to be *very* reasonable, especially considering the level of care I receive. I came to Dr. B on a recommendation, I know several people who see him regularly and love him, and I'll keep coming back.
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Review from Holly I.
Pinole, CA
4/5/2010
I came into the office today due to loss of vision and a headache I had, had for two days. By the time I left the office, my headache had subsided (not made worse by the adjustment) and my vision restored. I've been in several accidents and have been to several chiropractors and I've never been adjusted the way I was today, effective but gentle. Dr. Biegel showed me stretches and exercises for my neck which NO chiropractor has done before. The receptionist was very friendly and able to get me in the same day which I am so grateful for!
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Review from Stacy R.
Oakland, CA
3/1/2009
Dr. Biegel is a great chiropractor. When I started having pain from clenching my teeth at night, he researched mouth guards that would help alleviate my pain....at no cost to me! His sessions were also very helpful, and after the first appointment I had less headaches and neck pain. Highly recommended!
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Review from PRIM O.
New York, NY
7/24/2007
****THE BEST CHIROPRACTOR ****
Well I have been seeing Dr Biegel for over 2 years now and he has just been amazing. I have never had to wait for an appointment ( Alla is also the best....she makes sure to fit me in his busy schedule) and is very flexible with my schedule. He has helped me through some major health issues ....more recently has been a big part in helping me complete training for 2 marathons (with some the minor problems/injuries I have encountered with running). Without his help I am not sure how I would have coped with these injuries. He is also just an all around great guy that really cares and listens to you as an individual. I have recommended him to many friends and they all have been pleased with their visits to his offices. I can't say enough good things about the good Dr ....he has been instrumental for the good health I enjoy today...for that I am forever grateful. THANK YOU ! -
Review from john m.
San Francisco, CA
8/22/2007
my lady and I moved here almost five years ago and have been seeing Dr. Biegel exclusively. It started by me forcing my girlfriend (who was having cronic back pain and no medical insurance) to give it a try. Dr. biegel played an essential role in her recovery.
I see him regulaly for adjustments and just a couple weeks ago he helped me through a back spasm.
He is extremely knowlegable about his practice as well as holistic nutrition, herbs and I recomend him to anybody for cronic pain or simple for maintanence. -
Review from Brooke A.
San Francisco, CA
8/6/2007
I have gone to Dr. Biegel for over 3 years. He has helped me on three different occasions and i've had great success. My first time going to Dr. Biegel I was very scared of Chiropractors because of the stories you hear. This place is not that at all. Dr. Biegel talks to you; he makes you feel welcomed and comfortable. And even after coming back to him after 2 years, he still remembered my name and things in my life. I was so surprised! Alla is just an absolute sweetheart. What a gem of an assistant she is! She knows me by voice on the phone! Amazing.Great location too. Oh, and the rolling massage tables feel so good; you could fall asleep on them.
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Review from Joe C.
San Francisco, CA
7/17/2009
Dr. Biegel was very professional, honest, and helpful. I'm glad he was recommended and plan to visit him regularly. It was clear his only interest was to help me with the minimum treatment needed, and not to bleed me/insurance for cash. He even agreed to squeeze me in on his lunch hour for a new patient consult. Parking is easy to find via metered spots on Valencia.
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Review from ruby r.
San Francisco, CA
2/7/2009
I was having serious writst pain from long hours of drawing with the wacom tablet. I went to Dr. Biegel and within 2 and a half weeks was pain free. On the contrary to what other people wrote I felt he was extremely honest. I would recomend him to anyone having problems. I still do the exercises he taught me and am going to follow his sound advice. I have friends who also had repetive stress injuries and carpel tunnel and they recieved the same advice from their different doctors. I think he knows his stuff.
