Galen Wilson Acupuncture SLO in San Luis Obispo

Review №1

2024-05-01 03:57:29

I have a home in both SLO and NM. My acupuncturist in NM recommended Galen to me based on his Traditional Chinese Medicine approach and specialty. I was pleasantly surprised that Chinese Medicine is one of many practical modalities Galen is skilled at providing. Galen cares and would send follow up emails to check up on my Chinese herb treatments when I was in NM. I appreciate his direct response to the needs of my body as it changed through rehabilitation from hip surgery. My treatments included exercises, acupuncture, electro-acupuncture and Chinese herbs for a wide range of lasting healing. I have been to many other acupuncturists over the years and Galen is truly the most talented, attentive and knowledgeable.

Review №2

2024-03-25 22:19:55

Dr. Wilson has been wonderful! I came to him with hamstring/glute pain. I’m a distance runner and it started affecting the quality of my runs. I tried massage, stretching, ice, heat, Epsom salt baths, everything until I found Dr.Wilson through a Google search. Originally, I thought cupping would possibly be the key. He mentioned he was happy to do so, but that he has much success for muscle tension with acupuncture. Acupuncture had never crossed my mind, but I figured let’s give it a shot! I wasn’t sure how well it would do, because nobody has ever mentioned acupuncture as an avenue of healing muscular issues to me this far in my running years… but I’ve only done two sessions so far and it has been incredible already!! I had a pain free long run for the first time in over a month, and my legs feel like they can move with so much more fluidity. Dr. Wilson has done a fantastic job and I’m grateful to have found him, highly recommend!!

Review №3

2023-07-23 12:51:56

I had been dealing with back pain for over a year when a friend recommended Galen. I was working with my primary and two different specialists that couldn’t identify the pain I was having in my back. My primary prescribed nerve blockers, muscle relaxers, and opiates, but nothing touched the pain. I was skeptical of trying accupuncture after a bad experience years ago and not really believing it would work. I was losing sleep over this pain and felt if I didn’t get sleep soon I would lose touch with reality. Galen made me comfortable almost immediately, from his hour assessment to really get to know me and my issues, to offering a button to ease the anxiety. Within two weeks I was sleeping 4 uninterrupted hours a night, to now, sleeping through the night and waking up refreshed. I’m not one to praise someone, but I owe Galen my sanity.

Review №4

2023-01-27 22:30:56

I cant say enough good things about Galen. I started seeing him after experiencing a sharp pain in my shoulder that wouldnt go away for several weeks. During my first visit, Galen was able to quickly diagnose the issue and quickly started treating my bicep tendon. Even after 1 session, I saw a massive improvement and after about 6, I feel pretty much back to normal.I had also mentioned to Galen the knee pain I have been experiencing off and on for about 4 years. With my expectations quite low due to physical therapy and surgery being of little help, I am absolutely amazed at the current state of my knees after he started working on them through acupuncture, stimulation, and a list of exercises for me to do on my own. As a certified personal trainer, I do a lot of weightlifting and I am finally back to being able to perform exercises I stopped doing years ago due to the pain.While Galen has been a massive help in my recovery, he is also just a genuinely great guy. He truly listens and cares about his patients and makes you feel incredibly comfortable and supported. I could not recommend Galen enough!

Review №5

2024-01-04 14:51:12

The office is bright and friendly. I came in with an orthopedic issue and Galen was very knowledgeable and helpful in dealing with my sore hip. He took extra time to look up exercises for me to do at home which have helped a lot. Definitely recommend this office!

Review №6

2022-07-24 21:29:46

Had a severe back issue that I was trying to resolve with Acupuncture and Galen happened to be in network with my insurance. After 7 treatments my back issue is still ongoing, though through no fault of Galen’s. While being treated by him I found him to have a great bedside manner, kind, compassionate, and a great practitioner of the healing arts. It seemed that my back issues and pain were more on the severe side so I am having surgery, but would definitely recommend Galen as he is extremely intelligent, knowledgeable, and supportive. Oh and Practice Manager Lindsay is the very best. I am sure to return post surgery as I am comfortable with recommending the practice!

Review №7

2023-05-15 21:52:35

I highly recommend Galen Wilson acupuncture. I’ve been working with Galen for over six months now, and I have not only learned so much about Chinese medicine and my body, but I also feel relief from the symptoms I was having. I originally went in to find balance for my hormones after a hysterectomy, and I experienced a lot of hormonal acne. Although that was my initial concern, I was treated for other things such as neck and back pain and a respiratory illness. Galen recommended Chinese herbs, supplements specific to my symptoms, cupping and acupuncture. The different modalities create a specific treatment plan for me rather than a blanket treatment. That is why I love Chinese medicine and I enjoyed going to see Galen. 5 Stars!

Review №8

2022-03-22 18:40:42

I came to Galen Wilson Acupuncture with hip pain and low mobility in my neck and shoulders. After two months of treatments, I am no longer in pain, and I enjoy much greater mobility in my hips, neck, and shoulders. Galen provides pain relief not only through cupping and acupuncture during treatments, but I appreciate the education he offers about the musculature systems at the root of the injuries and his suggestions for at-home exercises tailored to strengthen those areas.His office is comfortable with a relaxing environment; I would recommend him to anyone!

Review №9

2022-10-08 19:59:25

I was facing a surgery and six week recovery for a painful sticking joint on the upper thumb joint. Believing that surgery should always be the last option, I pondered what other solutions might be available.I came across Galen on the internet, and decided that Acupuncture was worth a try.Four days later, I had my first visit. I was apprehensive but Galen made me feel comfortable, and heard. After a couple of visits, I began seeing improvement, so weve continued treatment. Its now been two months and Im no longer having symptoms of sticking and am pain free.Galen has been attentive to my condition and has worked what I consider to be a miracle.The office is well run, my appointments are always on time, and Lindsey ( in reception) is efficient and pleasant to work with.Overall, this has been a wonderful experience and Im very happy to have found this practice

Review №10

2022-03-28 22:48:21

Long overdue review for genuinely the best healthcare I have ever received!I started coming to Galen Wilson Acupuncture after over a year of intense knee pain from running. Id done extensive physical therapy and seen three different primary care doctors and the pain just got worse. Within two appointments, Galen knew that it wasnt what the other doctors were telling me was the problem. For about three months, I came in once a week and Galen treated the pain while giving me different exercises to do at home to strengthen my knee. His care helped relieve my knee pain -- Im finally running again! -- while also teaching me so much about how the body works and giving me resources to help myself understand what was going on. I left with no knee pain and a greater understanding of how to prevent future injuries. I recommend wholeheartedly!