From KEITH hello Gene i just want to thank you for your service. I have done over 10 session with you and my body feel great every time i complete my visit with you. went first stater with you i have over 10 surgery since 2012 and i was looking for some relief from all of the pain and discomfort. I want to thank you for getting my body back in shape for all of my daily activities such as Boxing, weightlifting , jumping rope ,walking, jogging, and to be able to enjoying my family life Function. I am 67 year old and i will 68 year in August i feel great thinks to Gene you are my hero for every God bless you and your family. read more

I have lived all over the world and had many different types of massage and physical therapy. Gene is the best by far and is a master healer. I had full hip replacement and he had me back doing workouts within two months and box jumps and snowboarding after only three months. read more

I just came out from my first session with Gene and I am so impressed. The location was unassuming and Gene is very nice and professional. His knowledge and expertise in NMT and how he was able to target all of my knots and pain was perhaps the best I have ever had and I get massages several times a month. It is very clear this is his passion and he is very good at it. I was afraid to post this fearing all his time slots would get filled up but I need to give credit where it is due. I am super happy with the service i received and have booked appointments in advance. This man is a hidden gem! read more

The day of my appointment, I was having severe numbness and pain in my left arm and fingers, and deep tissue massages historically have always worked. My current massage therapist was booked for weeks out, so I came to Yelp immediately to find someone that I could see on the same day. The Golden Touch Therapy 5 star reviews are what captured my attention. Owner Gene was very responsive to my text, and he was able to see me the same day. Wow! This was impressive. I was not familiar with Neuromuscular Activation Therapy and find it very fascinating. I can say personally that this experience has been such a game changer. I could literally feel the blood flowing back into my hands and now, a couple of weeks later I am having a lot more movement and good results. Gene's deep tissue massage technique has by far exceeded all of my expectations. read more

I have been receiving treatment through various modalities for the last 18 months for a severe disc herniation. I have seen Gene for about four sessions now, and I am astounded by the amount of body tension he has been able to help me release. His massage treatments go deeper than any other treatment I have received. Before I started seeing him, I would have sciatic pain about once or twice a week and sciatic sensations every day. Now, I am having sciatic sensations about 2-3 times a week, and I have not experienced sciatic pain in about a month. Even after I walk five miles or have long plane rides. It is pretty incredible. I will continue to see him to see how this further unfolds. Highly recommend. read more

Gene at Golden Touch Therapy is amazing! I have an old back injury and frequently get tight neck and shoulders and I felt immediate relief. He is expert at neuromuscular massage. Combined with exercise my posture is so much better and I was even able to train and run my first marathon! Hoping to keep going back periodically for years to come. Reasonably priced, definitely get your moneys worth! read more

I found Gene on Yelp, when I escaped the Pacific Palisades fire with my family and we went to the San Diego area. I saw that Gene had a 4.9 star rating on Yelp, so I inquired on his services and pricing. Our schedules matched up and I went in for treatment, and man was I lucky I did. I have been suffering from lower back pain and discomfort due to a compressed nerve. I cannot handle sitting in a car for longer than 30 minutes and I usually have to plan out drives due to the increasing pain while sitting. Since we went to San Diego to escape the fires and bad air quality, we went straight, non-stop until we reached the city of Mira Mesa. This 100 mile drive caused my back to be a 10/10 pain with radiating pain down my sciatic nerve all the way down to my right foot. When I saw Gene, he did a thorough history of what caused my back pain and did an assessment of my posture. He found out I had a 3 inch difference in height in my left vs right hip and a 2 inch difference in my left vs right clavicle. Gene specializes in neuromuscular therapy and used his technique to help relax my muscles and nerves. I can't remember the last time my back has felt this good. I felt like I had the most mobility while walking than I have had in the last 12-24 months. For reference, I have to use a back brace whenever I leave the house. Leaning forward causes my back to spasm, and sitting, standing, or walking for sometimes just 5 minutes causes my legs to go numb and extreme pain if I don't immediately lay flat to reduce the pressure. I live in Los Angeles, but after having the relief Gene was able to provide me in our 2 hour session, I want to plan more trips to the San Diego/Mira Mar area asap. read more

When I'm plagued with painful muscle spasms around the shoulder blade, lower back, and neck area, Gene's treatments get me going again. It's a deep, neuromuscular (NMT) type of work, and he takes care to measure and realign you. Due to a spinal curvature, one of my shoulders tends to drop, throwing me out of alignment. His neck work is amazing, too. Very effective. read more

I've been receiving treatment from Gene for several months now and have both seen and felt the benefits of his experience working and treating people for so long. I've had a lot of physical issues going back years stemming from sports and surgeries and since beginning treatment with him, my body feels more aligned and is moving better than it has in a long time. I highly recommend giving it a try, especially if you've gone through a bunch of other movement practices, therapies, modalities and treatments. It'll be a great addition to your treatment plan. read more

I am 77 years old. I have played soccer professionally, and I have run 55 marathons. A friend introduced me to Gene, by a friend. That was the best thing that happened in my 77 years. Gene is a fantastic healer! My chronic neck and back pain is improved much by one massage. I cannot wait for my second session with Gene. read more

After one session my pain was gone for at least 2 month. He knows what is doing. I would highly recommend him for any chronic pain.

Gene is amazing. His methodology works! After every session I feel like a new man. He works all of my sore points and even points I didn't know existed. A nicer more empathic man you cannot find anywhere. A wonderful 2 hours read more

My chiropractor, Jeff Listiak, referred me to Gene Metcalf next door. I have been skeptical of masseurs because I have had a hard time getting a good massage down here, after so many good massages in LA. Gene has been doing neuromuscular massage for over 20 years, he treats athletes as well as regular patients. Now if you're looking for a gentle, rubbing, easy going massage, this isn't it. Gene has a very firm touch and, while it may not always be easy to take, the result is exactly what you want: a feeling of relaxation and rejuvenation. By working on my shoulder, he showed how the muscles relax when manipulated in a certain way. I could feel the muscle relaxing and my shoulder felt 100% better, as did the rest of my body. This is medical massage at its top tier. Gene can fix what ails ya. $135/80 min. or $115 each, if you buy a set of 7. read more

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I've been dealing with severe Sciatica for months. I've seen doctors, chiropractors, and physical therapists with symptoms only worsening. One session with Gene has been the only thing that shows any relief. My symptoms were vastly relieved for at least a few days, giving me enough comfort to start movement t again and the healing process. Admittedly, you have to be ready for a thorough deep massage - not for the timid. read more

I came in with back pain. I asked Gene if he could go half-strength because I had gotten a massage from another massage therapist that was so strong that I was too store to do my usual daily tasks for a few days. So I told this to Gene and he was very understanding and made sure not to make me sore. He also worked, get this, not only on the back of my neck, but also in front, you know, where my throat is! All that skin on my throat had gotten tight over the years, and just a little light pulling was all it took to loosen it up. I had never felt that relief in my neck in my entire life! What's more, he offered to extend the length of the massage so as to work on my legs. This was absolutely incredible: Before the leg massage, he showed me in the mirror how my pelvis was tilted to one side, which had an "elongating" effect on my left leg. After the massage, we checked the mirror again and my pelvis was significantly more aligned than before! I also went for a brief jog right after the massage and my legs felt so much better. They actually wanted to run. Here's a recap. I came in for a back massage. Here's what I got: -Back massage -Neck and throat massage -Leg massage My body made incredible improvements from just that one session and I want to see Gene again ASAP! read more

Finding Gene at Golden Touch was like discovering the pot of gold at the end of a very long rainbow of therapists, from chiropractors to rolfers. Gene's expertise is the art of neuromuscular deep tissue rehab massage. To sum it up, it's as though my pain points are metallic and Gene's fingers are magnets being pulled right to those points. He's like a detective, getting to the root cause of the problem. The bottom line is that after just a couple of sessions with Gene I was sleeping so much better instead of waking up a hundred times during the night to change positions. He put my body back into alignment; in-other-words, he put it back together the way it's supposed to be, and I will continue to see Gene for maintenance to keep it that way. It just feels too good not to. Golden Touch? More like Magic Touch! read more

Just had a fabulous massage therapy session with Gene. I can't say enough great things about his bodywork knowledge, skill, and understanding of how to address tough bodily challenges - He's significantly improved my posture - and my hip alignment - which were translating into chronic knee pain - After only one session I feel greatly improved ! He checked in regularly with me on the pressure - and he's very strong. No problem getting into tough areas ! He's exceptionally talented in tracking down the source of body aches and pains ! I'm looking forward to another session in the near future. I highly recommend Gene! read more

Reached out to Gene for my first deep tissue massage. I've been weighting training the last six years and have accumulated some knots, stiffness and injuries. Gene throughout the process was informative, professional and attentive. He fixed my shoulders, legs and many other areas that needed it. Some of it was painful (as expected of a deep tissue) but Gene was very considerate and attentive during those brief 10/10 pain massages. After the session, my mobility has improved drastically and I can already feel the difference. Will do a follow up session highly recommended! read more

No show for first appointment that I had to wait 2 weeks for. I drove 30 minutes out to him because of all the reviews. Super frustrating and not professional at all. UPDATE: Gene did text me 30 mins later to check my voice message. It said sorry, I didn't write your appointment down and offered 1/2 off. It's not about the "senior moment." It's not about the money. The voice message didn't even offer to come down to the office that day or provide the next earliest appointment time. No solutions to remediate the pain at all. It was telling he did not care about my health. Meanwhile, I'm scrambling to find another therapist who would squeeze me in that day, and I did! Thank you Abby! Then past business hours at 9pm that day he calls due to seeing the yelp review. Hello, that's even more unprofessional! Sorry, but no thank you! read more

I recommend Golden Touch Therapy to everyone ! Thank you very much on helping me with my pains.

I've been to every kind of massage therapy and chiropractor but nothing has worked as effectively as this neuromuscular therapeutic approach. I struggle with chronic muscle tension in my neck/shoulders and tightness in my lower back/hips and was finally able to be pain free walking out of this appointment. I'm a runner so it's critical that my muscles stay mobile and agile - will definitely be making this place a regular stop. read more

Gene is an incredible massage therapist. He is so strong! He helps me unwind years of working and sports. I usually get real bad back and neck pain when I work a lot. Combine that with working out and I get very tense and experience a lot of nerve pain down my sciatica. Gene works on a lot of athletes and it shows. Whenever I see Gene, he reworks and resets my entire system and I feel 10 years younger with his help! read more

Gene's neuromuscular therapy techniques really made a difference in my athletic performance. I was having a shoulder issue and couldn't bench press like I used to. Now I can do bench presses without the pain. Thanks Gene! read more

Gene is amazing! I work very long hours in front of the computer and work out a lot, including training for triathlons and marathons. Gene's neuromuscular therapy helps relief soreness and extreme tension in my muscles and nerves. He works on a deep tissue level and I immediately feel improved blood flow to my all problem areas. Therapy with Gene improved my quality of life and for that I'm incredible grateful! read more

For many years now I've struggled with lower back pain, a stiff neck, and poor gait. Physical therapy did not provide much relief. After years of inconsistent masseuses from here and there, a friend of mine told me to try neuromuscular therapy (NMT) Rolfing. After searching Yelp, Gene Metcalf came up as a specialist in NMT/Rolfing and was highly reviewed. I booked my first session with Gene and was amazed at the amount of relief. My posture was aligned, and felt no pain! Gene start every session with an alignment assessment to determine which areas need the most work. His attention to detail in unsurpassed. Regular sessions with Gene allow me to maintain an active life style of strength training and Krav Maga. No matter how much pain I'm in, Gene always puts me back together. Every time I leave Gene's office I feel like a new man! read more

I have been struggling with chronic tension and pain throughout my body for some time now. After going to countless masseuses and feeling unsatisfied I discovered Gene, who is a neuromuscular therapist. He performs a thorough evaluation upon each session and tailors his work according to your body's specific needs. Gene is very mindful, and took his time working out all of the tight spots deep in my shoulders and other areas. Unlike a typical massage, Gene addresses the nerve component associated with each muscle, allowing for immediate and lasting relief. This is the exact form of body work I have been seeking for quite some time now. Thank you Gene! read more

Gene is the best in the business! Been seeing Gene for about 2 years for chronic low back and neck and shoulders pain and always look forward to feeling pain free after leaving GTT. If you are having muscles issue continuous cycles of chronic pain then Gene will be here to help. Would highly recommend Gene! read more

This place is amazing! I got massages so many times in many places even in Thailand, but this place is the best. They know what they do exactly. My chronic neck and back pain are improved much by one massage. This is my permanent massage place from now! read more

I've been having trouble with my workouts. Especially my squats and deadlift specifically because of tightness in my legs. I could push through it for the most part but just not as heavy as I wanted. After my session here my strength and flexibility has skyrocketed already. I feel a lot more loose and a lot stronger at the same time. The deep tissue rehab therapy on my legs really changed everything for me. I was a little skeptical at first about the neuromuscular activation but it definitely works. Highly recommend to anyone looking to up their game in any sport. read more

Gene is wonderful! I have mobility issues with my legs and back spasms. His massage is therapeutic with customized relief techniques for each area. My initial visit was 2 hours and he worked on me with great knowledge and expertise. If you are having muscle issues and pain he is able to release the muscles. I am so grateful I found him. read more

Gene is a blessing. Fixed many injuries of mine after just one session. Thank you Gene.

Gene is amazing! I had the worst TMJ, headaches and had recently heard about Rolfing when I stumbled upon his website. He customizes every massage and creates a plan to realign the body. I have worked with many massage therapists, but he is beyond your average massage therapist, having advanced neuromuscular technique. He has been the only therapist to relief my chronic TMJ and upper back issues. I have already referred several family members and friends! read more

I started going to Gene around 5 years after my brother highly recommended him. My brother had severe neck and back issues and had to get surgery to replace the disks in his neck. Gene was the only person that helped manage and correct his pain until he went into surgery. There is good news and bad news with this review. The bad news I am going through the same issues my brother is going through. I have a herniated disc and it's extremely painful. The good news is that I have Gene in my life. Many us don't realize what one problem can do to the other parts of my body. Because of my neck, I was having issues going down my spine, into my shoulders, hips and legs. I don't take this issue lightly and neither should you. After going through several massage therapists, from people giving me gift cards and when I was out of town, I always ended up back with him. Gene is not your average massage therapist. He is a healer. Don't spend your money on just a massage. Go to someone that has a "feel" for what's going on, beyond the pain. Gene can point to places you wouldn't even think to have problems at. Because his style of therapy is intense and very personal, Gene takes the utmost respect to make sure you are comfortable and relaxed. The massage itself can be painful at times, but it's more of a "it feels so good" pain because you can feel the muscles relaxing after so many years of locking up. If you are thinking about going to him, get off the computer now and give him a call. I can't recommend him enough. Good luck! read more

One of the best massage therapist I have been to. I have been dealing with poor posture and sciatica pain for 15+ years and in 2 sessions of neuromuscular therapy with Gene, there was noticeable relief and my posture was improved. I will go to him as often as I can and refer anyone to him! Thanks Gene! read more

I'm a CrossFIt gym owner and I have had the opportunity have Gene work on me on several occasions. I've never really had any issues besides some mild soreness, but every time Gene works on me I've found there are trouble areas that I did not even recognize or pay attention to. And after having him work on me I go into a workout having the best performance I've had. It truly is amazing to see the results translate right to the WOD (Workout Of the Day). Gene is an outstanding dude and his hands work miracles. I give him my highest recommendation and I plan on continuing to see him regularly, especially during competition! read more

I started seeing Gene regularly after my neurologist recommended I get massage therapy after a stroke caused by a vertebral artery dissection. I had some residual muscle tightness in my neck and shoulder near the dissection, and it was getting hard to tolerate day-to-day. I never had anything beyond a chair massage before, and I didn't know exactly what to expect. Gene is -- simply put -- a miracle worker. I keep telling him that he's working himself out of a job. True: It's a process, and it takes a while. The muscle tightness in my shoulder is entirely gone after seeing him once a month for about eight months. He taught me to focus on my posture -- which, as someone who works at a computer all day, isn't the best. He showed me that it's the muscles in the front of my body (my quads, abs and chest muscles) that pull together like a rubber band, hunching me over. His massages not only release the tension in those muscles, improving my posture, but also increase blood flow in those areas too. I know I'm a work in progress, but I feel like I'm in good hands with Gene. Gene's massages can be intense at times -- he'll ask you to "breathe through it" if it's something necessary -- but I always leave his office feeling loose and refreshed. His impressive experience with top-tier athletes from the NFL, NBA, and surfing are a testament to his skill and ability. I can't recommend Gene highly enough. He's talented, communicative, and worth every penny. read more

I have seen Gene for the past several years. I usually see him two or three times a year. My dentist recommended him to me when I was experiencing TMJ issues and had a lot of neck pain. I also have Fibromyalgia and he treats many areas of my back and shoulders as well. I have seen numerous massage therapists throughout the years but I have received the best results from Gene's work. This man is truly gifted. His massage technique is deep tissue and I do ache a bit afterwards but after that I feel good for many months. I feel fortunate that I found someone who truly cares and takes the extra effort to help! read more

I lifted weights for the first time since the massage yesterday. I felt noticeably better when lifting weights but the day after was an even bigger difference. My recovery feels significantly better. Prior to the massage my legs, shoulders, and back would always be extremely tight but it's a totally different story this time. I feel as if I hadn't even lifted! I highly recommend golden touch therapy for anyone who works out or just overall wants to feel better physically. read more

Been in the military for 6 1/2 yrs now with chronic back pain. And would highly recommend Gene to anyone with pain. Just took one session for a difference. read more

I've always wanted to have a professional massage, but I haven't had the opportunity to have many...my hubby is good, but not that good. Since I'm extremely active (even whilst pregnant), I can feel my body getting out of alignment very quickly. I received a massage from Gene as a baby shower gift (Thank you, Tracy...Yay Mind Body Partnerships!) and set-up an appointment the very same day. Gene was a great pleasure to work with (I was a little nervous at first) and chatted with me a bit before he started, explaining what he would be working on and what he would avoid (per my pregnancy). The 1-hour massage was very relaxing and I would definitely go back to Gene again. read more