Acupuncture for Athletics

I highly recommend Andrew. I was referred to him by a coworker and he literally fixed a running injury I’ve had since I was a teenager in 2 sessions of acupuncture/​sports massage. I had been told by doctors that the only fix for my ankle was a) wearing a boot for 6 mo’s (doctor # 1), or b) surgery in my foot (Doctor #2). Glad I didn’t go that route! Now I’m going for lower back issues and I already see a difference. Scheduling is super convenient (i.e. Available week nights after work) and I think that Andrew has a great personality. Not that that’s any sort of reason to go to acupuncture, but yeah, sessions are totally enjoyable.

I can’t say enough about Andrew. I started treatment with Andrew in 2009, for a horrible chronic back injury. Andrew is superb. A true healer. He takes the time to understand your pain and really cares. He is constantly modifying his treatments and adding new methods to each visit, dependent on how you are feeling.
I have seen dramatic results from my visits and I couldn’t be happier that I found such a competent and caring acupuncturist.
If you are anywhere in the SF bay area and need quality, compassionate and exceptional care, contact Andrew!

I’ve been seeing Andrew to help reduce the scarring and inflammation from a severe calf muscle and tendon tear. After doing PT for 3 months, I found that the leg was getting stronger but the muscle and scarring has made it extremely tight and prone to reinjury (according to my orthopedist). So Andrew has been treating me with a combination of acupuncture and deep tissue massage to break up the adhesions and scar tissue.
He’s been fantastic and really knows his stuff. I’m impressed by his knowledge of anatomy and genuine care he takes when working on me. In just 4 sessions, the leg is already loosening up and the scarring is starting to break down, which is something the physical therapy wasn’t helping with. Andrew has really shown me that the combination of acupuncture and therapeutic massage is the best possible way to reduce swelling and inflammation so I can get on with life rather than dealing with a chronic condition for the rest of my life. My only regret is I didn’t start this sooner!

So in case you haven’t noticed, I’m not one for middle of the road reviews. Either «you must» or «you must not.» Andrew is on the «must» list…
I began seeing Andrew on the recommendation of Dr. Akizuki after expressing my frustration with Active Care Physical Therapy. And am I glad I did. The physical therapists made me feel poorly about both myself and my injury, and I walked out after each session in tears. Andrew is the opposite: he has miracle worker hands that find my ouch spot then work it til sore but omg, it moves when previously didn’t!
After seeing Andrew for a couple of months, my shoulder has begun to feel normal again. Something I doubted would ever occur happened. We have now begun going to the root of the problem (something that stems from a childhood injury) and I have no qualms in stating I know Andrew will help. He is that good. Oops, I forgot to mention that his disposition is bright, caring and positive too. And no, I never have walked out in tears but always with a smile and hug of thanks.
Ok, so why 4 stars instead of 5? Andrew is on Union Street so I’m super tempted to shop after a treatment as I feel so good… ok, maybe not tempted but do! So because of this devil-​ish lovation, 4 stars (altho my shoulder is whining «give him 5!»).

Andrew is amazing. He literally puts me back together. I recently broke three bones in my shoulder (don’t ask!) and the pain was unbelievable. My doctor said the best pain relief was through Vicodin. I really wanted to stay away from pills so I went to Andrew. The combination of acupuncture and massage was wonderful and really helped control the pain. I’ve seen Andrew for stress relief and relaxation therapy as well as pain relief and no matter what it is I see him for, the results are awesome.
I can’t say enough good things about Andrew and I recommend him unconditionally. If you are in pain or if you just need to escape for an hour of relaxation Andrew is or should be your go to guy.

I’ve had a lot of massages in my 41 years. Andrew is simply the best. He offers a mix of therapeutic and swedish so you feel like you have been healed and relaxed when you leave. He has an amazing ability to find the spots that are knotted or tight — even if you didn’t know it was there. I’ve never used his acupuncture services but if I needed it, I would not hesitate to go to him first. He is absolutely wonderful. I have a difficult time enjoying any other massage (let’s say if I was on vacation), knowing that I’m spending money that I could spend on a massage here in SF with Andrew.