Ellen is wonderful, as a chiropractor and as a person. Highly skilled, patient, compassionate, caring and a great listener with good insights and instructions for home. Her sliding fee scale was an anomaly I knew nothing about until our first visit. I always paid the highest tier, which was still extremely reasonable. Funny that her Yelp account popped up in my feed today, as I had my last visit with her exactly one week ago - she is retiring, deservedly so! I will miss her and her wonderful care! I was not even in the Yelp app when it popped up at the bottom of some other page, and I had never thought to write a review previously, although I certainly recommended her to numerous friends. Well, there's no time like the present... but this is now less of a recommendation and more of a THANK YOU, Ellen... you will be sorely missed. Enjoy your retirement! read more

I came here to see Patricia Watters for acupuncture. Patricia is a gentle and experienced practitioner. She is a good listener and has a calm and grounded presence. I had an IBS flare up related to some recent stress and she helped so much with my symptoms. Highly recommend! read more

Wonderful clinic. I see Carla Chan, who has provided me with enormous benefits at multiple levels. She is very knwoledgeable, treats the body at both the physical and the emotional levels, a very empathetic and professional caregiver. I'm very grateful for her care. read more

I have walked by this office so many times and I finally decided to make an appointment. Dr. Barbara is amazing!! She is so sweet and knowledgeable of her work. You can tell she really enjoys what she does and shows you her enthusiasm. I'm so glad I came across this place and made an appointment for my TMD. I really look forward to working with her. read more

I simply could not recommend Ellen more! I am so grateful for the combination of expertise, quality care, and empathy that she demonstrates in her work. Not only has she been effective in treating my upper-back and neck pain, but she does so in a way that shows that she is truly "in your corner" as a patient. From the first moment I sat down in her office, Ellen made me feel comfortable and heard -- taking the time to deeply understand my situation and show her genuine commitment to helping me feel better. And she approaches chiropractic care in a holistic way, not only addressing symptoms but trying to get at the root cause of the problem. For instance, Ellen has helped me understand the fundamentals of strong posture, and given me useful strategies to use at work to mitigate the negative effects on the spine that comes with a desk job. Her adjustments also have provided immediate relief when I have come in feeling stiff and achey -- and strike the perfect balance between being soothing and effective. Leaving her office, I always feel a sense of lightness and positivity. Thank you Ellen for all you do for your patients and for the community! read more

I blame it all on my youth. Not even my youth, before that... my babyhood! My habit of sleeping on my stomach has messed me up for life! Try as I might - I love it too much, it's too comfortable! But Chris, that's not good for your spine. Screw it. Anytime I can't sleep, tossing and turning, just go to the belly. THE BELLY! Ahhhhhhhh. This brings us to last Friday. Oh my god. I can't move my neck. WTF!?!? it's not like i was doing weekend warrior flag-football, or incurred whiplash from rubbernecking some hottie on Valencia last week. (ok, that kinda happens every week.) Seriously why can't I roll my neck around like normal?!? Not good. I've actually avoided going to the chiropractor for 8 months! Not because I don't love my chiropractor, because I do. She rocks. Her name is Ellen. I pay her to lay on top of me and bring me great relief. And she does. No, i didn't go for 8 months because I didn't work my COMPUTER JOB for 5 of those months and was doing a lot of walking. Amazing how horrible sitting at a desk (even with a $600 chair) is for our bodies. Now I understand, a lot people don't think highly of chiropractic. And it can become addictive, like anything really. Chiropractic gets a bad rap from doctors who want repeat visits. But if you visit a good, holistic chiropractor, like Ellen, who encourages stretching, exercise, massages, and good posture, it can be very good to have a professional get the kinks out. The great thing about Ellen, besides her friendly and professional demeanor, is she also has a sliding scale which helps those without insurance, and is VERY reasonably priced anyway. Yays for being able to move my neck again. (btw her office is Dolores Park Chiropractic, right next to Dolores Park Cafe) read more

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If I could give Ellen FIFTY stars I would. I've been seeing Ellen for nearly five years and she is hands down the BEST chiropractor I have ever seen (and I've seen several). Ellen is incredibly thorough, kind, and knowledgeable about her practice. Unlike most other places, especially those with "deals" and discounts, that spend a few minutes cracking your back, Ellen spends time getting to know you and understanding what your body needs. She takes time during each and every session to ensure you leave feeling a thousand times better than you came in. My job requires an insane amount of physical strain that often leaves my neck cramped up, my hips soar, or my back just plain achy. Hands down, whenever I leave Dolores Park Chiro I feel a million times better. I often tell Ellen she has magical hands! In addition to the work in her office, Ellen takes the time to recommend exercises and stretches to help with whatever is going on. Shes even referred me to other body workers when she felt chiropractic care wasn't all I needed. I feel she is so honest and caring about her clients that she will go to great lengths to get you the care you need. I can't recommend Ellen enough. Tell your friends. Tell your mom. Tell everyone. (I secretly hope Ellen never retires). read more

Ellen is fantastic! She is the first chiropractor I've ever been to, and I was a little nervous, but knew I needed care since I was having bad neck pain. I saw Ellen and after the first adjustment, I was so much better, almost instantly! She was gentle, caring, professional, and clearly an expert in the field. I went from not being able to move my neck in the morning, to having range of motion! I can't even express my gratitude enough. Thank you! read more

I've been going to a chiropractor for most of my life but after a couple of bad experiences had stopped. After a few months my body was hurting and it need adjustment. I took a referral from a coworker and never looked back. Ellen is, hands down, the best chiropractor I've had. And after going to her for a few years I still look forward to my appointments. She is professional, caring and has a great bed-side manor. If your body is hurting or out of whack she genuinely wants to help you remedy it. And she doesn't just adjust you and move on. We talk about my life - what kind of work I do, how I sit. What is hurting and how I can help it - through stretching, strengthening. She's great and I would recommend her to anybody looking for quality! read more

Ellen is my favorite chiropractor to this day (tied with someone who doesn't live in the US). I have been to several, but Ellen is quick, doesn't snoop around in your personal life or tell other patients about you (yes, that has happened numerous times). She is very friendly though, and will converse with you easily. I am also loving the scale she is providing. I have been tight on money a few times but still requiring treatment for neck pains. Being able to pay more on the lesser side of the scale helped me a lot. I have since stopped going to chiro for my headaches (get your posture right and stretch your neck AND throat muscles numerous times daily!), but if I'm in need of one again I will definitely go visit Ellen. PS, she also helped me get xrays of my back before I was a patient of hers, free of charge! That's what customer service is all about! (And what made me choose her 3 months later). read more

It's hard to find health care that empowers you with information and encourages you to heal in holistic ways that don't break the bank. Ellen is generous with her knowledge, and with her time. Her sliding scale makes it possible to see her as often as is needed, but her approach aims at helping you heal, rather than keeping you coming back. I started going to her over 6 years ago when I was having some neck pain from work (waiting tables) and a massage therapist told me I had a vertebrae out of place. I had never before been to a chiropractor and had a very dramatic vision of what an adjustment entailed. But friends recommended I try Ellen as she was gentle yet effective and very open to answering questions and explaining her practice. Over the years I've seen her for a few injuries and a lot of general alignment work, and most recently she helped keep me comfortable during my pregnancy. I always feel better when I leave Ellen's office, my body is more comfortable and there's a warmth that comes of knowing that there are good people like her out there helping others heal. I can't recommend Ellen highly enough. If you need chiropractic work, just go see her. She's a kind, smart, talented practitioner and you won't regret a moment of the experience. read more

Ellen is an amazing chiropractor and person. I like her tremendously as an individual because she's laid back, understanding and very intelligent. I like her as a doctor because she's highly educated, humble and she really listens and does everything she can to help me. As knowledgeable as she is though, she is also not preachy. She engages in a healthy doctor/patient relationship in which I am accountable for my own progress outside of the office, but she is so gracious and does everything she can to help me on the table. (I have a chronic condition). I also feel that if I stopped needing her, she'd be the first to congratulate me. She does not thrive on keeping people needing her, but rather on seeing people healed with her help. Her prices are very reasonable and sliding scale so she's inherently trusting that her patients will pay what they can. I would recommend her hands down to anyone who needs chiropractic care. read more

I can't say enough good things about Ellen. I've been seeing her for about 6 years, and recently she's been instrumental in helping me recover from a sports injury. I have her to thank for the fact that I'm now able to train again, and I'm still seeing her for monthly maintenance, which I will probably do for the rest of my life. I have referred all my friends and family to her, and they've all thanked me afterward and continue to see her. She is truly gifted at what she does, and has a lovely personality that will immediately put you at ease. If you've had negative experiences with chiropractors in the past, I strongly suggest you see Ellen and you will have renewed faith in the profession. read more

Ellen is an amazing human, AND is great at Chiropractic service as well. In addition to regular adjustments, Ellen has helped me with physical therapy exercises for my healing ankle, hips, and lower back. read more

I rarely see a chiropractor, but my neck got out of whack a few weeks ago. My partner sees Ellen regularly and told me to leave her a message on Sunday, so she'd get it first thing on Monday morning. She was back from vacation that day, but she still managed to get her appointments together in time that she could offer me a cancellation that day. I was thrilled, and the appointment turned out to be GREAT! She's super nice and easy to talk to. She listened to everything I said and gave some gentle feedback for how I may want to do things differently in the future. She was super open to the possibility of me doing future visits, but she didn't pressure me to do anything I didn't need or want. I would totally see her again, and I absolutely recommend her. I feel very lucky to have her in my neighborhood! read more

Ellen is wonderful! I feel very cared for and much better after an adjustment. She called after my first appointment to check in and see how I was feeling! How often does a health practitioner do that? While she doesn't take insurance, you choose what to pay ($40-$150), with her sliding scale income chart for reference. Highly recommend Ellen and her practice! read more

Ellen Murland is the best chiropractor in San Francisco. I've been seeing her for years. She's friendly, professional, extremely skilled, holistic. A true healer. read more

I put off finding a new chiropractor for FOUR YEARS after moving to San Francisco. Until one day, thankfully, a dear friend of mine referred me to Dr. Ellen. Our first appointment lasted about an hour. She spent a long while listening to my chiropractic history, asking me questions about my body and the way I use it, giving me little pieces of insight about the way my spine and muscles were being pulled due to old injuries, and giving me a whole new understanding of my body! That morning I had woken up in tears. So much pain I couldn't stand to lay down, I could barely sit or bend over. After checking my posture and alignment, she told me she wanted to do a full body adjustment, and at her first adjustment I felt instant relief. I went from holding back pain tears to giggling in celebration of being PAIN FREE! To feel so terrible, and in one moment so great? She was kind and gentle - and seemed so happy that she was able to help! She suggested that I call her if I felt that I needed another adjustment (seriously, no pressure at all) and I did end up coming in the following week. Now I have an awesome new chiropractor who empowers me to listen to my own body (she even taught me a new yoga posture that has really been helping!) THANK YOU, DR. ELLEN!!!!! + Cost: Sliding scale donations + Payment: Cash or check read more

Ellen is fantastic! She is skilled, creative, friendly, understanding, and all-around a great practitioner. She uses a sliding scale and she is in a great, accessible location. I've been seeing her for a couple years now and my body feels a lot better for it. read more

It's not only the technique you choose to heal yourself, but it is also your partnership with the coach. I love working with Ellen, she is very down-to-earth and balanced in her approach. I definitely don't have a sense that I have given my power up to her as an authority figure who will "fix me," and for me that is extremely important. I am paying more attention to how I sit, stand, work, and how I am taking care of my back, and of me. She helps me along in training my muscle memory and is very knowledgeable. read more

Love Ellen - calm, professional, and actually helps.

Having seen 3 different chiropractors for various reasons and durations in the past. I began seeing Ellen 4 years ago after a bicycling accident left me with stinging, sharp pain in multiple places in my back and shoulders/neck. Within a matter of weeks, Ellen's careful, deliberate, and holistic approach to helping my body heal freed me from that pain (which, among other things, meant I could sleep again). Since then, I've gone to Ellen for a "tune up" almost every month-6 weeks, and my back feels better than ever. I have two dogs that keep me active, I dance, bike, etc. Ellen has taught me ways to protect my back while I enjoy these activities, and has also helped me regain comfort (through alignment) when I've managed to bump or twist or get pulled (when my big dogs manage to adjust me OUT of alignment with a sharp and unexpected pull on a leash, for example), or even slept in a way that leaves my back/neck irritated. I feel completely safe in Ellen's care, and at the same time I can also recommend her for being totally proactive in restoring/promoting her patients' alignment. My current visits with Ellen last about 20 minutes and I get a very complete examination and adjustment. I've been to chiropractors where I've really felt "milked" for visits because all they did was like, wave their hand over my back and sent me on my way. Nothing is more irritating that being in pain and feeling like the person you're paying to alleviate it is instead prolonging it!! Ellen has the complete opposite approach. Her goal is that you feel so good, you don't need to spend time in her office! Having said that, spending time in Ellen's office is very enjoyable, not only because you leave feeling like you're standing taller and walking lighter, but because she is such a lovely person. She's personable, genuinely compassionate, and I always look forward to seeing her. I've recommended Ellen to no fewer than 5 current and former co-workers, my mom, my brother, and my dance teacher! 4 of those people have gone to see her, and all 4 have been very appreciative of the referral. Oh, and it's worth mentioning that I (along with those other co-workers) have health insurance that could get my co-payment down to about $10/visit at other chiropractors, but I'd rather pay Ellen's incredibly reasonable rate (sliding scale $40-60 for a regular visit) and be assured of the quality of care I get for this investment in my health. If you are looking for an experienced, thorough chiropractor, either for just a few sessions to get you feeling right again, or for a long term partner-in-health, do not waste your time or money with anybody else. read more

Great all around. Ellen has already helped my overall health with weekly adjustments.

I have been to see Ellen for an on going problem with my back and pinched nerve. When I had first arrived I told her I didn't have much hope for this severe pain to ever go away. She said lets see how it goes with some treatment. Ellen is a great Chiropractor, listening to your concerns and paying attention to details about my pain. A few weeks later I am completely healed!!! I just never thought the pain would go away and I am able to paint sculpt and sleep again. Thank you for all of your care. Anyone looking for someone who will really stick by you until you are doing well this is the place to go! Thanks again!! tammy b read more

I've been to many different doctors for my back issues but never found the right one. Until now. Dr. Ellen is amazing. She is hands down the best Chiropractor I've ever had. read more

I went and saw Ellen Murland on Monday and it was life changing! I've been plagued by chronic lower back pain due to an accident I had back in 2001. My back has never been the same since then. Over the last few months I've gotten more into crossfit and strength training. I found that I often had to stop my workouts early due to the pain and discomfort I felt in my lower back. I kid you not after just one adjustment of my lower back I felt a world of difference. I worked out this morning and even included a run and felt NO pain!!! It is a miracle to say the least and I am hopeful that consistent adjustments will help end this chronic back issue. Thank you so very much, Ellen!!! You've helped improve my overall wellbeing ten fold! Much appreciation and extremely relieved. read more

I've been a patient of Ellen's for more than 10 years, starting with weekly treatments and gradually progressing to maintenance adjustments every 3 weeks. She is an excellent chiropractor, and is very versatile and open to adjusting any part of my body, including shoulders, elbows and knees. i've left her office many times feeling like a new person, since my pain has been reduced so dramatically. She is very caring, compassionate and a great listener when emotional issues come up during treatments. I would highly recommend her to anyone curious about or in need of chiropractic work. Karen W read more

Friendly, patient, attentive, and knowledgeable...I look forward to chiropractic treatments both for physical treatment and to see Ellen because she's so nice! read more

I've been to many a chiropractor in my life and I cant say enough good things about Ellen's practice. The neighborhood convienience is not only perfect for me, but I would cross the city for her and the quality of care here. Look no further, when all the others fail you, come find a Chiro that knows what they are doing! read more

When anyone is looking for the best Chiropractor in town I know who to refer them too! I have been seeing Ellen since 2007 and although my work schedule has changed many times, I still try to make an appointment from time to time for a tune-up. So many chiropractors have gone to a method that does not value time with their patients and barely even assesses them properly to give a proper adjustment. I have always appreciated Ellen's time and care, and have felt so rejuvenated by my visits. Her kind phone or email follow-ups are also a clear representation of how she views her client relationships. She really goes the extra mile. Also, many health insurance plans don't cover chiropractic services so her sliding scale for payment has made visits possible and affordable for me. I hope you get the privilege of meeting her! read more

Ellen is not only the best chiropractor I've ever had, she's also a genuinely nice and cool person. She has very reasonable, sliding scale rates, and she actually spends time working on you, rather than rushing you through as if you were on an assembly line. I wouldn't dream of seeing anyone else. read more

I have been seeing Ellen Murland for chiropractic adjustments for around 13 years. She is not only a top-notch chiropractor with a great no-nonsense approach, but she is a wonderful person to be around. Her sliding-scale approach is reasonable and kind. She has helped me through assorted chronic problems and injuries through these years, whether I was broke or flush with money. I barely have adjustments at this time in my life, since I don't need them much, due to her great work to date and my own increasing body awareness. But I actually go with my partner when he gets adjusted (I convinced him to trying her out about a year ago, and he was easily converted to a regular client), just so I can chat with Ellen. I plan to have her as my chiropractor for the rest of my life, but hopefully I won't need her very much! read more

Ellen is AMAZING. My neck went out a few days before I was supposed to climb half dome and she made time to see me super last minute and it made all the difference. She was thorough, understanding, explained exactly what she was going to do, and talked me through some stretches to do during the hike. Thank you so much, Ellen! read more