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Awaken Chiropractic
Category: Health and Medical Chiropractors Chiropractors [Edit]
3515 Grand Ave(between Mandana Blvd & Davidson Way)
Oakland, CA 94610
Neighborhoods: Grand Lake, Lower Hills
(510) 251-1707
- Hours:
Mon 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Tue 9 am - 6:30 pm
Thu 8:30 am - 7 pm
Fri 8:30 am - 12 pm
showing O. said: "Having worked with Scott at the Haight Ashbury clinic, I was very excited to see him in action at his own clinic. I can see why Parkside won "Best of the Bay." Everybody was extremely friendly and Scott is wonderfully communicative in…" read more »
12 reviews for Awaken Chiropractic
12 reviews in English
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Review from Molly K.
Oakland, CA
Updated - 12/29/2010 1 photo
Back pain?... What's that?!... OK, I'm exaggerating slightly, but Kenda has had a huge impact on my life. I feel lighter in my life--both physically and mentally--and I know her care is a huge part of that. I am so grateful.
A few months ago she opened a beautiful new office on Grand Ave. in which she is creating a very special community. Her favorite massage therapist, of whom I am also a (grateful) client, Haley Winter, has a suite there. Her office manager, Gingi, is a sweetheart, and juggles scheduling, playing with babies of parents who are getting adjusted in the other room, and anything else that comes up, with aplomb and good humor. Kenda's other clients are also wonderful. It's pretty corny, but it almost feels like we're all family.
(OK, I'm going to stop here before I sound like we're a cult or something. Kenda's great. That's it. If you need a chiropractor or you aren't sure but you know you need some help in some way, give her a call.)1 Previous Review: Show all »
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7/1/2009
Although I had seen two chiropractors before, I have not, until now, had any definable success with… Read more »
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Review from Judy N.
Antioch, CA
3/27/2009
Dr. Burke is fantastic chiropractor and exceptionally caring individual.
I was first connected with Dr. Burke because of a paralyzed dog I am fostering. A chiropractic student read a post I had written about him and suggested I try chiropractic on him. I was skeptical at first, having only had 1 chiropractic session for my back many years ago that I felt was very cookie-cutter and didn't do much, if anything, for me at all. Plus, the cost of chiropractic sessions add up and I wasn't sure if the rescue could afford that.
The student asked her instructors if they knew anyone who could help and Dr. Burke was said to be one of the best. She works on both people as well as animals. She also practices at the Mueller Vet in Walnut Creek. Dr. Burke very generously offered a substantial rescue discount for my dog and I figured, well, what have I got to lose, I'll just try it once.
That was about 7 months ago, and we still go in to see her regularly. I say "we" because a few months ago, I asked her to start working on my back, which has always given me problems since I was a child. She goes out of her way to see both me and my foster dog together so I don't have to make an extra trip. My dog sometimes gets testy and snappy with her, but Dr. Burke always takes it in good stride.
Dr. Burke is very hands-on. Every visit is different because she takes the time to reassess your body every time. Far from having the cookie-cutter, assembly-line, come-in-and-out-as-fast-as-you-can feel, Dr. Burke's sessions are very customized and personal. She is also extremely gentle.
I can't explain what she does because frankly, I don't really understand it all, but the very first time she worked on my back, I actually noticed my pain went away for a while. Of course, decades of back problems aren't going to be fixed in 1 session, I didn't expect them to be, but I've definitely noticed an improvement since seeing Dr. Burke. I cannot recommend her highly enough, either for people or for pets. -
Review from Kathleen H.
Oakland, CA
11/20/2009
I found Kenda Burke in the context of seeking help for our Jack Russell terrier. Itty didn't understand what was happening at first but quickly responded well to Dr. Kenda's knowlegeable and healing touch. Itty was gently touched and stretched in ways to assist her mobility and comfort. Now, whenever I am walking her near Dr. Kenda's office, Itty will turn on her own to run in, as she looks forward to her visits.
Being envious of Itty's good treatment and reaction I signed up myself, even though I have a relationship with a wonderful chiropractor who has helped me over the years. It is good to have a second option nearby and I had a really positive feeling about Dr. Kenda. This good feeling was completely borne out in every way as I have benefited quite noticeably under her supportive and gentle care. High praise and thanks to Dr. Kenda! -
Review from Kat M.
Oakland, CA
4/1/2010
I've not had much success with chiropractors, although in my frustration with chronic back pain I've visited many.
Dr. Kenda is not like the others. She doesn't come at you like an attacker pouncing on your bones. She finesses the body and seems to sense it's discomfort through her fingertips. I'm not exaggerating when I say that Kenda is a healer. It's chiropractic, but it's more. The combination of physical and emotional affirmation she offers is priceless. -
Review from Heather H.
Oakland, CA
8/12/2009
I have been seeing Dr. Burke for a couple of months, and I can't recommend her highly enough. For one thing, I had carpal tunnel in my wrist for YEARS and it was gone after one session with her. Pretty amazing. She has also been very sensitive and helpful with my other, more complicated chronic pain/stress issues. The studio is very welcoming, Dr. Burke exudes healing energy.....And she's a doula, too! If you want to try chiropractic but you're nervous and need someone who is gentle and caring, this is a good place to check out.
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Review from Owl B.
San Francisco, CA
9/13/2010
Kenda is amazing!! I drive to Oakland from San Francisco twice a month for her incredible adjustments and healing presence. Kenda is the only chiropractor I have met (and I have tried many) who can properly adjust my hips! She also really helps me with TMJ and back issues. She is quite a healer & I am so lucky to have found her. I can't recommend her enough!!
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Review from laura m.
Oakland, CA
9/14/2009
If you haven't been to a chiropractor you MUST GO! I was a skeptic and I was in such pain I had to try it, I did, and now I'm hooked. Dr Kenda is gentle and warm and so in tune with what we need. From the moment you enter the space you feel calm and relaxed. Thanks Kenda for making me feel so much better!
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Review from dana c.
Oakland, CA
4/8/2010
I had a fabulous chiropractor who moved. I haven't been moved enough by any others to continue to pay $55-$80 for an adjustment.
Dr. Kenda was highly recommended to me by a client with stars in her eyes. And one day, my back was "out" from sleeping on too many pillows and I was thinking about how it hurt and looked up and there was Dr. Kenda office, in Montclair. (by where I work). I walked up and met the most warm, grounded, genuine, tuned in, respectful woman with hands from God. Wow. She instantly found the places that needed work, and went for it, gently, no hesitation, but hard when it needed to be. Words can never describe a physical experience, but this one was healing and safe. And it felt so good, no wasting time on areas that were fine, just finding the places that hurt, or without even my knowing, were tight, and the way she worked on them was bliss, instinctively both healing and soothing. Plus no pressure to come a lot, no vitamin sales, no special pillows you cannot leave without -- just the real deal, in its best form. -
Review from Liza P.
Denver, CO
6/9/2011
These women are amazing adjusters! Both Armene and Kenda are very honoring to the body and are able to release a lot of deep patterns in the body. As a chiropractic student I have been to many chiropractors and feel that both Armene and Kenda are phenomenal. In their practice they work with children (especially newborns), and also the entire family. The woman at the front desk (who by the way is training to become a midwife) even watches the children as the mom/dad are getting adjusted! I am 5 months pregnant and feel very comfortable knowing that their practice loves working with pregnant woman and know exactly what to do. Armene just recently joined the practice after traveling the world doing chiropractic. They make a perfect team! I highly recommend both chiropractors to everyone!
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Review from C H.
Oakland, CA
5/15/2011
So, Kenda is off having her baby, I wish her nothing but a wonderful birth as she has helped so many with theirs. I just met the new chiropractor that she brought in to help out, and I love her! Armene is just as wonderful and caring as Kenda and she has a very gentle touch, which is one of the reasons that I've continued to go to Awaken Chiro. I've been to several chiropractors over the years and many of them I felt like they torqued my body and neck too much. Armene's adjustments felt very honoring and safe. I am so excited to learn that she will be around even after Kenda returns. Two absolutely wonderful human beings and great adjusters in one place. So awesome.
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Review from Sofia P.
Oakland, CA
9/22/2010
The first time I went to Dr. Burke's office I have had sciatic nerve pain for two weeks. I walked in her office with this pain and walked out without it. To me that was amazing and a huge relief. At that time I was pregnant with my second child and I knew that I have better chances of having a VBAC if I took proper care of my body and made my chiropractic visits. I ended up having preterm labor very early into my pregnancy and I had to be on bedrest for almost four months. I can't imagine what would I have done without Dr. Burke's adjustments. I was looking forward to every appointment and every time I felt like a new person. My baby was born after his due date, naturally, and at home. Kenda Burke helped me a lot the day of the birth and I will be forever grateful for that.
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Review from Jessica P.
Berkeley, CA
6/22/2010
kenda is wonderful! i have been to many chiropractors and had lots of bodywork and she is one of my favorite. her chiro work is gentle yet incredibly powerful and profound. i actually feel energy moving and opening in my body even with her light touch, which i prefer to the boney "cracking" adjustments. it is an amazing technique and kenda is super skilled at it. plus she is a stellar human being. i respect her so highly on many levels. go see her.
