GSPORTS Physical Therapy

I had a great experience with g sports. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, from my therapist Justin to assistant Holly to the receptionists Yang and Sally, everyone was easygoing. My friend recommended them to me, and I’ll definitely recommend them to my friends as well.

GSPORTS is great physical therapy choice in downtown S.F. I want to give huge thanks to Koji and Jenny for helping me get my shoulder back to normal after a pretty serious injury. If you are not sure where to go and are concerned what you are getting yourself in for — just go to GSPORTS. Trust me and if unsatisfied, I will pay for your dinner or something. From the front desk (Sally, Young and Stefany) to the therapists and assistants, everyone is very knowledgeable, nice and professional. The office is a little small, but you’ll get used to it quickly. Good luck with your recovery!

I was being treating by Justin for a lower trap strain and couldn’t be happier with the treatment I received. Justin is a super nice guy and is able to diagnose right away what the issue is and what treatment he’d recommend. I felt comfortable in his care and his aid, Holly, is the sweetest. Most importantly, I’m pain free! Highly recommend these guys.

GSPORTS was a huge help to me. Dr. Jellin was focused, informative, and really helped me understand my injury and our approach to recovery. I had a perfect experience there.

Justin and the RUNATOMY program at GSPORTS are great! Justin takes videos of you running, and then goes through a detailed set of measurements & analysis of your video and form to point out areas for improvement. I’ve had lingering injuries related to running, and Justin gave me clear guidance on where these issues could be coming from in my running, and corrections and exercises I could do to improve the issues. The proposed corrections and exercises were approachable and feasible to implement as part of my daily routine.
I’d definitely recommend RUNATOMY to anyone dealing w/​running related injuries or just looking to improve their running form!

I’ve been on two stints of physical therapy a GSports and I my experience there has been fantastic. The entire staff is friendly, helpful, and very competent. I saw Justin for a shoulder issue and a hamstring issue. Both are feeling a lot better and I feel like I know the exercises and the things to do prevent those injuries in the future. Justin is always patient, knowledgeable about questions, and you just feel in good hands with him. I also like that he uses ART and some other techniques and it’s not just exercises. Holly, was great a explaining the exercises and making corrections if I was doing them improperly. And Young and the front desk staff were great about communicating and welcoming me into the office.
They are very busy so expect a wait for your first appointment. I would also suggest booking your set of appointments after the first in advance rather than scheduling week to week. Once I did that it was easy to come on a regular schedule.

I tried Justin Jellin’s Runatomy gait analysis to check on my running form. Justin took a side and rear view of me running and then we went over the video using drawing tools to measure angles and check form. Seeing my running form captured on video and walking through it with him was really helpful to make all the points and corrections clear. Justin was able to identify a few key areas that needed correction including adjusting my cadence, running with a wider stance, and not letting my feet get too far in front of me.
I’ve been experiencing injuries that I suspect are partly due to my running form so was very glad to have these things pointed out to improve my efficiency and the amount of strain (pounding) I put on my body. I’ve been implementing the new learnings and feel better after my runs. Thanks Justin!

Super knowledgeable, kind, and professional. Really fantastic experience! Like some other reviews said, the team feels like a really close-​knit group and it was a joy to come to every appointment.

Not to be melodramatic, but GSports totally saved me. I had an elbow injury nagging me for almost 8 months and was almost to the point of giving up and accepting the pain as something that may never go away. Being totally obsessed with rock climbing and having my life revolve around the sport, this was a total bummer; however, with the help of Patrick and his team I’m finally pain free and climbing hard again! Hallelujah!
Patrick is an expert in the field and utilizes his many years of experience to provide innovative and effective forms of therapy to get the body functioning strong and pain free. There were periods where I’d feel hopeless and uncertain; however, Patrick would always stay positive and encouraging which totally fueled my motivation. Once I started feeling progress in my abilities my hope began to restore, and man, there’s nothing more motivating than progress.
The GSports team consists of some really fun and genuine people. They’re all so understanding and friendly, and really make the experience comfortable and enjoyable. Honestly the last day was bittersweet because I knew I’d miss them!
All in all GSports is top notch. I’d recommend them in a heartbeat. Thanks for everything guys, I owe you big time.

I haven’t had my first appointment yet, but they seem pretty nice and competent on the phone.

Runatomy Review
Runatomy is the after-​hours running analysis program that Gsports has begun offering. The service is well worth your time and money. I’ve been seeing the team there for knee issues, which have been addressed, but I wanted to improve my running form and efficiency so that I could run farther, faster, and to make sure to prevent future injuries.
After the first session, I was given four key items to focus on in changing the way I run. Since then, I’ve been able to run further and more frequently (daily, in fact, which I’ve never done before) with less pain and soreness than I’ve experienced in recent memory. It’s absolutely exhilarating to return to a sport that I previously enjoyed and know that I’m doing it better than ever.
During the session, Dr. Jellin warmed me up and then had me run at various speeds on the treadmill. During this time, he and an assistant took photos of me at various angles and filmed my form. After about 15 minutes of running, we sat down and went through a custom checklist that Dr Jellin has built out, comparing my form to ideal form using an app on the iPad. I thoroughly understood what I was doing well and what needed improvement, and we practiced the improved form together.
After the session, I received two reports, one with the videos of my running form and one with the comprehensive report and the short list of changes I was to focus on, so that I had everything we’d discussed. I’ve been out practicing those changes and have scheduled another session to see what I can improve on next.
If you’re a runner, this service is HIGHLY recommended!

I have recently finished my therapy program with Justin at GSports. Everyone at GSports is super amazing and focuses on getting you fit as soon as possible. Initially I had a little hard time getting on the calendar as they are always very busy, but don’t be disheartened by it. Get the first appointment that you can, and request to be put on the waiting list.
Justin is a great therapist — great listener and provides good feedback. I was in and out in a fairly short time though I had a significant trauma from a driving incident when I first arrived. He is straightforward and honest and didn’t try to lure me into keep coming in until my insurance ran dry.
Not only Justin, but rest of the staff is super helpful too. I have always enjoyed my every visit and made significant progress.

I’ll keep it short and sweet — Gsports provided me with the best PT I’ve ever had.
Justin is knowledgeable, honest and efficient. The team feels like a little family, and the location is great. The only downside I can think of is that the office is a bit on the small side.
All my expectations were exceeded and my knees are now better than they’ve been in 10 years.

I have been going to PT off and on for 20 years for sports related injuries. It is often difficult to find PTs who meet my high expectations while moving between cities. I found G Sport through Unilocal reviews and they have exceedingly met all expectations from the positive reviews.
I worked with Justin and his precise ART approach which works amazing for me. He listens and is very thorough with his therapy. Additionally, he provided me with a detailed gait analysis for running which has proved very helpful. I highly recommend Justin and the entire G Sport team for their commitment to helping get me back on the road to training for my next event. Thank you!

Not much more to be said here. I was referred to GSPORTS by my podiatrist and for good reason. They just know their stuff, are on time, and most of all, besides receiving great care, the reception is GREAT. I have often had poor experiences with physical therapy office reception but GSPORTS, they are just super friendly, helpful, communicative and truly work with you to find a time that is easy on you and your schedule. Bonus points for being open past 6pm. I see Annemarie — she’s a doll — but I am certain the entire staff is fully capable of giving you 5-​star care.

I put up with shoulder and neck pain for about 3 years due to my atrocious desk posture before landing here. I figured, hey, I’m young and it’s not an actual injury — I’ll just tough it out and it’ll go away eventually, right? Ha. It got so bad that my entire arm would go numb and I would be unable to move my head without severe pain. I didn’t feel quite as confident in my youthful superpowers on those days I spent glued to a heating pad with icy hot and ibuprofen within reach. So my GP referred me to GSPORTS for ART, which to the layman sounds a bit like massage, and if you want to annoy your PT you should totally mention that. (For the record, when combined with exercises ART is far more effective and gave me much longer-​term relief compared to any massage I’ve had.)
I can’t say enough good things about my therapist, Justin, who figured out what the problem was inside 10 minutes and had my shoulder feeling better after the very first appointment. It hurt, especially during the first few sessions, but it’s easier to block out the pain when you’re focused on keeping up your end of a fun conversation.
As other reviewers have noted, the treatment/​exercise area consists of one open room with tables next to each other on one side and exercise equipment on the other, and it can get quite busy at times. I actually preferred it that way (more distractions from the occasional pain and awkwardness that is physical therapy, yay!) but I can see how some might want more privacy. They do have a smaller room in back, which I imagine is used in those situations.
Appointment slots tend to fill up quickly, although the front desk bends over backwards to accommodate you. Really, the entire team is excellent. My shoulder was preventing me from being as active as I wanted to be, and my quality of life is so much better now after going here. You guys are truly outstanding, thank you!

PROLOGUE
The war between my knee and I had reached its sixth year, and I had grown tired of winning each battle by seemingly a single thread. I was triumphant at first — the basketball games, backpacking trips, snowboarding — it seemed that I could push on with no regard to the pain and soreness.
But I was wrong. The pain grew slowly at first, then exponentially as if it were some sort of bacteria that worked in tandem with the swelling to make it more difficult to perform any of my favorite hobbies.
And then — I woke up one day and immediately realized that, at the expense of winning so many battles, I had finally lost the war. I surrendered to an arthroscopic knee surgery and tried to look forward to the next chapter.
CHAPTER 1: A NEW HOPE
I sourced a list of the best physical therapy centers in San Francisco. I called each of them and was met with the same answer: «This isn’t the insurance company we’re looking for».
I had grown increasingly distraught over the thought of never being able to (not) dunk a basketball ever again.
GSPORTS Physical Therapy — you’re my only hope.
Young, one of the Office Managers, was able to immediately verify that they took my insurance. I made an initial appointment and she followed up within the next few days to let me know the situation with my deductible and copay.
CHAPTER 2: PT STRIKES BACK
GSPORTS is located in a very nondescript building. Don’t be fooled — she may not look like much, but she’s got it where it counts.
I was immediately greeted by Young & Sally, who patiently explained to me (again!) my copay and deductible. After my appointment, they were again extremely helpful in scheduling my future appointments (2 months out!) and keeping me in check by sending email reminders.
My primary PT was Jackie, who immediately took me under her wing and made me feel at home. She was painstakingly thorough and tested all parts of my knee, ankle, thigh, and leg. There are many physical therapists who simply go through the motions of a 30 minute massage and the same exercise program. She is not one of them.
Jackie always spent the first few minutes of our session to evaluate my progress, and then adjust the work she did on my leg depending on how I responded. She kept me engaged in my recovery by explaining what she was doing and the purpose of each muscle area she worked on. Additionally, she monitored and adjusted my workout depending on my progress.
Sessions usually last 60 minutes. I received 30 minutes with Jackie, 20 minutes of workout, and 10 minutes of icing and electric stimulation.
As a quick note, PT is never magic. You need to be committed to getting better and following the exercises and advice of your PT. STAY ON TARGET!
CHAPTER 3: RETURN OF THE KNEE
After 6 weeks, my knee is now at a point where it feels better than it did before my surgery. I am looking forward to the next few weeks so I can witness the power of this fully operational knee.

I went to G sports with plantar fasciitis earlier this year. My treatment did significantly help my injury, but overall I thought the service and attention I received was mediocre.
The big thing is it’s a cattle farm. They try to cram as many appointments into an hour as possible, and there is no privacy — just one room for all doctors and patients. You have to change clothes in a small, cold bathroom down the hall. I felt like I was constantly fighting to get enough attention from my doctor and would usually only get about 10 minutes with the PT.
My treatment wasn’t as goal oriented as I wanted. Though I came in with a foot injury, I knew that the culprit was really my hip. If I hadn’t come with that knowledge and insisted that the PT measure my leg lengths and work on my hip, it wouldn’t have happened. They are very heads down on treating the specific injury without a holistic view of the body. I asked for a checkin to evaluate my progress and ended up unexpectedly getting a fat bill for it a few months later.
I would recommend Financial District Chiropractic instead — for the same copay, I get a solid 30 minutes with my doctor in a private room and longer treatment time. (Though it’s says chiropractic, it’s just like physical therapy.)

I’ve been going to GSPORTS for about two years now, off and on, for two different injuries. Mike got me back into shape after I broke my foot, and he’s helping me work out a hip issue now.
The facility is centrally located – easily accessible from BART. Additionally, it’s a great office. They have everything needed to get you back to being healthy: bike, weights, massage tables, stim treatment, etc.
I’ve only worked with Mike before, but I can’t recommend him enough. He listens, he explains, and sets goals with you.
The front staff is awesome, too. Genesis is the bees knees.
The good: deep tissue massage, holy crap.
The bad: took a bit to get an appointment, but it’s worth the wait.

GSPORTS rocks.
I had a hip /​groin injury and worked with Justin Jellin on my recovery. Justin is super friendly, not to mention knowledgeable. He answered all of my questions, including what exactly was happening in the area of my injury. We got right to work on rehabilitating my hip, and within a few sessions of following a stretching/​exercise regimen, I was making great progress. 8 weeks later and I’m 90−95% of my way back to normal.
I am a happy client thanks to Justin and the rest of the friendly staff. Special shout out to Ryland, Shana, Genesis and last but not least Clinton. Keep up the great work guys.