Dr.Khanin, Was able to accommodate us ASAP, very professional and we all feel much better. He even took us on a Sunday when my son accidentally tweaked his neck. read more

Until last month I had only a vague idea of what chiropractic was. After my experience with Momentum Chiropractic I am now a believer! I woke up one morning in April with a pain in my hip, and by the middle of the morning it grew into a severe, debilitating, mind-bending pain that extended all the way down my leg. In two days I couldn't put my weight on that leg at all. I felt completely helpless. They say married men live longer, and that's because there's an outside observer to blow the whistle and say, "You need help NOW." I was a total wreck when I met Dr. Alex Khanin. My first impression was that this guy really knew what he was doing. Alex was very patient, and listened to my whole story without judgement. His active listening, professional demeanor, and confidence brought me back to earth. After letting me finish in my own time, Alex did something I have rarely seen any doctor do: he told me what chiropractic was, what we were going to do together, and what I could expect from the therapy. After the first session I was walking, and the pain left for about 12 hours. After the third session I was feeling nearly normal. Now I'm officially healed and we're down to maintenance, which means coming in once a month for a tune-up. While I was living in pain I promised my body that I would take care of it from now on, so this is a good thing. Thank you Alex, you are THE MAN! I am forever grateful. read more

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The service we received was impeccable! I was with my family - wife and daughter (15yo) He performed diagnostic and quickly identified the pain points for me and my wife (daughter is too young to have any). As for the alignment he performed - I have never experienced anything like that. I am new to this kind of therapy, but my wife isn't. She tried quite a few different therapists before, but she claims Sasha is best so far! We'll definitely visit again and would recommend him to our friends. read more

I came to Dr. Khanin with some upper shoulder blade and lower back muscle tension/pain and over the course of several visits, the adjustments have definitely made me feel mentally and physically better now that mine spine is straightened. I have also noticed an improvement with my digestive, nervous, and glandular systems. The suggestions on how to sleep and reminders on how to sit correctly also helped with the healing process. Dr. Khanin is very knowledgable and have always been flexible with scheduling. read more

Dr. Khanin is absolutely wonderful! I used to suffer from terrible back pain, especially in the lower region of my back. After a few visits I started feeling much better. It wasn't until recently when I had a session with Dr. Khanin after not seeing him for a few months as to how amazing my back feels after an adjustment. I swear by him and am telling everyone I care about to go see him. read more

I had a consultaion with Dr. Khanin and immediatley he knew just from testing my "zones" that I had thyroid issues. I was amazed he knew just by doing that. He did a neck adjustent on me and felt great right after! I would highly recommend him. read more

I've been seeing Alexander since he was in Chiropractic college. I've seen him grow and excel at his profession. These days I travel a lot and do not get to see Alexander as much but when I'm in town, I can count on Alexander to re-adjust my joints and realign me from the injuries and tightness that I have built up. I recently got injured a few months ago during snowboarding. I had a severe whiplash on my neck and in just one session he made the stiffness go away! His cold laser treatment also helped the shoulder pain I had. After so many years of putting my body through so much, I can't do without Dr. Khanin's monthly adjustments. He truly makes the pain go away! He is a person of integrity and someone you can trust. I definitely recommend seeing him time and time again. read more

I started having lower and upper back pain back in late October and started to consider seeing a Chiropractor. I felt out of balance like everything in my body was just off. I thought I needed to just be adjusted so everything was back in its right place. I found Alexander through Yelp and also through my insurance. I always check out reviews on Yelp and then see if they're covered under my insurance. When I arrived, I explained my symptoms and I'd never visited a Chiropractor so this was a whole new thing to me. Alexander explained what he does, what chiropractic is and how chiropractic might help with not only my current back pain, but just overall health. He was totally open to any questions I had which is nice, especially if you're a newbie like me to this type of method. After the first adjustment, I felt ok. But I totally felt it later on that night and for the next 2 days. I hurt so much. He had recommended that I sleep with a pillow to help elevate my knees when I slept and to also make sure my neck was in alignment with the rest of my spine. He also said the best way to sleep was on my back and of course I'm a total stomach sleeper. It felt awkward at first and just odd, but I have to say I slept better, despite being super uncomfortable. Mind you, he said that I would probably feel uncomfortable since I've never been adjusted, but the pain would be less and less each session. I went about 6-7 times and my back pain was mostly gone. My neck was also feeling so much better. I started to feel my arm go numb in late December which he said was probably a result of being on vacation for a week and suddenly going back to work for 8 hours having my body do the same motions. In a way, it went into shock. Either way, I'm happy I don't have lower back pain. The adjustments for my arm/shoulder has helped, but I think it will be an issue until my work environment changes. I'm currently visiting my physical therapist to assist with the new issue. Anywho, he is super nice and totally puts you at ease. I'll be visiting him again soon and setting up to do a monthly adjustment as it's so nice to not feel out of wack. I didn't think chiropractic worked, but it does to my amazement. read more

Somehow the Groupon I bought for a massage at Bay Chiropractic ended up to be this place when I called. They said they were seriously booked up because of all the Groupons (foreshadowing) and booked me for December, a last minute cancellation got me in today. The office itself is very pleasant, I liked the design. There was a consultation with the Dr. first, which came as a surprise but whatever, I sat through the spiel until he wanted to do a test for something. To be nice, I was all, no thank you, maybe some other time, etc. He got all snappy and defensive in seconds... when?... if you're not interested just say so. So I just said so. In that snap I saw that he probably fell for the Groupon propaganda, that he'd get more patients by doing it. But it was for a massage, not a consultation, doesn't matter, we all know that's bullshit anyway, that we're just here for the deal. Or I thought we all knew. The masseuse, Jim, did a great job, could not say more good things about him or the massage, it was caring and he told me I had a double fate line-bonus. If he did massage work somewhere else, I'd go back for sure. The dr. is horribly bitter. read more

I recently saw Dr. Khanin a couple days after I crashed my car. I arrived in a state of nervous exhaustion, nausea, disorientation -- and had an aching head that I feared might be from a concussion. Once, when I lived in L.A., I was referred to a chiro when I threw my back out while trying to finish a final draft of a screeplay that had been optioned for megabucks. Throughout the chiro session, the "doctor" never shut up about his screenplay ideas. And he made jokes about my pain. So just let me say, Dr. Khanin is the OPPOSITE of that. He is not insensitive, boorish, self-centered, or prone to displays of goofy greed. He is a brilliant (a 2000 graduate from the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic West), genuinely caring, gentle chiro who really listens. And don't let the ponytail and quiet, gentle manner fool you -- the man can crack your neck, straighten out your vertebrae and perform the nearly acrobatic bio-cranial adjustments with the best of them! He's just not a Chatty-Cathy type who needs to ask about my personal life or tell me about his. In Los Angeles, I saw chiropractors more often than my dentist, so I get that chiropractic can be approached as a superficial "body" adjustment to alleviate bone or muscle pain, or it can be viewed more holistically (seeing how the body-mind-spirit trio is interconnected). Dr. Khanin offers a blend of the two approaches, and seems to tailor according to a patient's preference. To enhance the sessions, he also offers Cold Laser Therapy (used by pro athletes for peak performance, and can also help specific ailments, such as chronic liver problems, etc.). Oh, and how am I now? Well, I've had 2 of the 4 visits we've scheduled, and the headache was gone on Day One. I felt clear and present right after the first session. I walked into the next session a few days later not feeling well, but Dr. Khanin advised me that I pushed too hard right after the first session. So now I'm resting, breathing, watching my posture, per his instructions, and can feel my energy returning. Dr. Khanin also donates his services to Glide Memorial Church Health Clinic, and has gone on missions to El Salvador. Now that's dedication. I wonder if he's writing a screenplay? read more

I've become a believer in chiropractors after seeing Alexander, and I was a skeptic! Not anymore. Gradual and incremental changes make the biggest difference at resolving my pain issues. After assessing my pain issues (lower back and hip) we planned a course of 12 treatments together that not only reduced my pain, but also helped with stress management. Specifically, he helped me through using blocking techniques that re-adjusted my hips, which reduced hip flexor tension and soreness. Then there was back and neck adjustments too. After about 8 sessions, I felt clearer if that makes sense. Maybe another way of putting it is that I felt that I could breathe better and that my circulation improved. In any case, by clearing stress-blocked areas I've noticed I can run and bike better pain-free. He takes an integrated approach encouraging a holistic approach, which is complimented by the serene office he has. Good guy, flexible hours and appointments. A good place! read more

I met Dr. Khanin through a friend of mine, who raved about how awesome of a chiropractor he was. I decided to give him a try because he lived in my neighboorhood, and he was walking distance from my house. Good start. He is quite amazing! Fixed me right up. I am a massage therapist and I always give better massages when I'm not in severe pain. He makes it so I'm not in pain. I love him, and my clients do too!! Yay!! I've also referred quite a few people to him, one who I ran into at a social function, and she said he "changed her life". That was awesome!! When she came to me she was all crooked from a old injury, and I knew that my massages wouldn't hold as long as she was so out of whack. It works good when all of us healers work together, right? Dr. Khanin rocks. Belize that. read more

Dr. Alex is a chiropractic and neurological genius. As well as being a graduate of Palmer (one of the nation's finest chiropractic colleges) he is a practitioner of SOT (Sacro-Occipital Technique, which is the chiropractic version of craniosacral therapy (a massage modality). I fell while holding Scorpion pose in my yoga practice and wrenched my neck. It was fine for a while, but I have since developed an electric buzzing in the nerves running down my right arm. It has been getting worse, so I thought I better do something about it. I scheduled to see Dr. Alex without knowing anything about him. Momentum was the first call back, with the first available appointment. Figuring that anyone with an office and practice in Inner Sunset *must* be good, I just went with it. Plus, Mimi, the receptionist was friendly and considerate. The office exudes calm. Dr. Alex is unassuming, unpretentious and refreshingly humble in his greeting. Upon entering his office, I was immediately impressed with all of his chiropractic toys. In a nanosecond, I knew that this Dr. was a cutting-edge practitioner with a vast educational and practical background. His intake and diagnostic skills confirmed my intuition in a matter of moments. He is also unique in that he is a brilliant educator. In my career as a yoga instructor, I am continually teaching people how to become aware of their bodies and how they function. Dr. Alex is a master in this regard, and I learned a lot during my session. I admit to being a fussy patient, because I have a very similar background as a therapist in both chiropractic and massage. Yet, Dr. Alex's manipulative skills are innate, and not just *learned*. His usage of dialog and touch are as gentle as they are powerful. My first session went on for nearly an hour, and very fairly priced. I left his office feeling considerably better. My condition clearly warrants several more visits, as neurological patterning requires multiple interventions to clear themselves. However, the first jolt to the system has worked better than expected and I look forward to continuing my series at Momentum. Dr. Alex? A+++++ You are in seriously good hands, driven by a genuinely good heart. read more

I came in to see Dr. Alexander because I slipped and fell in the rain, not once but twice in the same day! I was all out of alignment. Dr. Alexander was great he assessed me on the spot and gave me same day adjustment. Fabulous! I've been seeing him continually for the last five weeks. I feel so much better. Better sleep, more energy, not irritated or crabby, and life is so much more manageable physically, mentally and spiritually. I'm so happy I came in to see him! Thanks Dr. Alexander! read more

Alex Has impressed me with his calm, client centered Approach to Healing. He has made me feel comfortable in area the usually makes me a little anxious. My head and Neck are in his hands, and has done wonderful job reducing my pain, helping me perform better in my workouts. I'd reccomend Dr Kanin to anyone who has back, neck or pelvic issues. His approach is on different than other Chiropracters. He has taken his time with me, taking me through his protocol one step at a time. .. Making me feel comfortable. read more

Dr Kahnin is great! He is very in tune with you as a patient and what your specific needs are. He also acknowledges that your needs may change as treatment continues, and adjusts his treatment accordingly. I have been a chiropractic patient for about 10 years, and it has always helped in the short term, but I never felt that there were lasting results. Dr. Khanin uses SOT (sacral occipital technique), which was very useful for me in particular due to an old pelvic injury. My back problems used to be persistent, but after his focused treatment, I felt that the cause of the problem was alleviated. Great atmosphere and staff and excellent experience overall. He also has great massage therapists! read more

Saw Dr. Khanin on a Saturday afternoon as he was the only chiropractor I could find that was open at the time. I'm happy that I saw him. I had issues with pain in my sternum area and a couple of hours after seeing him, the pain was completely gone. I found Dr. Khanin to be very knowledgable and had a great experience during my visit. I would highly recommend him. read more

Dr Khanin is a very special healer. My interactions with him have always felt like they were part of a path I already was on and his healing hands and knowledge have become part of that. I first came in to Momentum Chiropractic years ago with a promotion run by a massage therapist in Dr Khanin's office, but I was intrigued with Dr Khanin's chiropractic knowledge and decided to get an adjustment. Since then, my spinal health has been kept up very well at Momentum Chiropractic. Also, I recently suffered some injuries in Feb and again in May. Dr Khanin is such a big reason why I've been able to continue my day to day life with the least interruption while continuing to heal and pace my excercises and activities. Five stars! read more

Wow. Quite an adjustment and much needed. My back was a mess on a Sunday and I was scheduled for a long car drive on Monday. Dr. Q saw me after his regular hours and fixed me up. Back is far better. Many thanks! read more

I have seen multiple chiropractors, what I thought were good chiropractors I the past, but Dr. Khanin has been the most beneficial, powerful, and caring chiropractor I have ever been treated by. He goes above and beyond what other chiropractors do with his numerous healing techniques, adjustments, and care. I have had herniated discs and lower back problems that I couldn't get a relief from with other chiropractors, but Dr. Khanin was able to give my issues instant relief from the first visit. He's the best I've heard of in the Bay Area and would recommend him to anybody looking for relief and overall better health, especially from a great person. read more

Great experience with an amazing and knowledgeable chiropractor. Had some lower back and shoulder pain and now I'm walking pain free. Thank you Alex. read more

I've been going to see Alex off and on for over two years now. For me it's a combination of an alignment of simple things. They are: 1) I get too active. My back hurts. I go see Alex. My back doesn't hurt anymore. Ultimately it's as simple as that. 2) He knows his stuff. Every question I have he answers without hesitation or bullshit. He's definitely very smart and highly trained and his experience after all these years is invaluable as well. 3) He cares and I feel in capable hands with him, as proven by my improved spine every time. He is also a great guy, personable, deep, easy to get to know and feel comfortable with. Alex is a great chiropractor and as long as I live in the area, I'll be placing my back under his care when ever I over do it and experience a sporatic bout of the old back pain flare up. I couldn't be happier with him. read more

Words can not describe how much Dr Khanin Has helped me, along with family and friends. He is very genital and understanding. Will not do anything unless you are comfortable and explains everything before hand. I went from not being about to get out of bed and walking in agonizing pain to no pain and being able to move like normal. Dr Khanin did not just help with my pain he has a way with helping a person heal mentally, spiritually along with physically. I would highly recommend going to see Dr Khanin. Thank you Dr Khanin for all you have done for me!!!! read more

I have suffered from severe back issues over the past couple of years. I was fortunate enough to come across Dr Khanin's work. Dr Khanin is an intuitive healer. He is kind enough to accommodate me with his busy schedule. He explained me the entire process clearly. I had distance healing sessions with him and I felt much relief from the very first session. I am forever grateful for the healing session and recommend anyone who needs healing from the root of the issue. read more

Wow! My first ever chiropractic appointment was a great experience with Alex! Since I've never had a consultation or adjustment before, I didn't know what to expect. When I walked in, I immediately noticed the atmosphere and soothing music. The space was very inviting. After filling out paperwork, I sat down with Alex. Alex did a great job of understanding my history and pains and very clearly explaining the art, philosophy, and practice of chiropractic. This left me feeling very comfortable for the session. As Alex was adjusting, he paid close attention to my feedback and continued explaining everything he was doing and why he was doing it. I felt immediate results and understood why after his procedures. I left momentum not only feeling better, but I also learned a great deal. I highly recommend Momentum. read more

Dr Khanin is an excellent neighborhood resource. I am fortunate to live nearby. He takes a very personalized approach toward each client and even toward each visit. I have been to chiropractors in other states where each visit seems like a standardized, one-size-fits-all approach. He also asks questions about how the patient is feeling and encourages him/her to take an active physical and mental role in the healing process. I suffered from neck pain (due to sports injuries) for years before I finally decided to try chiropractics. Now, I feel more balanced and can better manage the pain. read more

I was in a car accident a couple months ago and my back and neck became really sore. I was afraid that my physical health took a couple huge steps back. I am very health conscious, love playing sports and just an active guy in general. I needed to get help fast, but at the same time have someone who knows what he/she is doing. The last place I even imagined being was at a doctor's office, especially since I pride myself of being strong and active. Dr. Alex's extensive knowlegde about the body and how to alleviate it impressed me. I have been to a couple Chiropractors in the past, but Dr. Alex is by far the best in the business because of his skill set, but most importantly because he cares about me and my well being. He will put in the extra effort to make sure that I am doing fine. I feel very comfortable every visit there, and I feel confident and energetic when I leave. Now I can go back to being active and living my life to the fullest. Dr. Alex is amazing. I highly recommend him if you want a doctor that knows what he/she is doing. In addition, he is truly a down to earth person. Thanks again Doc!! read more

Alex worked magic on my neck the day before my trip to Japan. Before booking an appointment, my neck and left shoulder were in pain. I couldn't look down without sharp neck pain. I booked a same day visit with Alex based on a high-praise recommendation from a coworker. During the appointment Alex thoroughly explained the principles of his chiropractic technique. It was actually very interesting. Then he adjusted me, and my neck and shoulder pain went away. My trip to Japan would've been so painful without visiting Alex beforehand. Alex also showed me some exercises I could do at home to strengthen my muscles and maintain good alignment going forward. read more

Alexander Khanin Chiropractor is a very gentle person. He listens carefully to what you say about the issue you are dealing with. I always feel better after I have been to him for a treatment. I appreciate the fact that he uses the Arthrostem-a non invasive form of chiropractic adjustments. Since Dr. Khanin meditates a lot, he radiates a sense of quiet and peacefulness which I find very healing. read more

Dr. Alex has been a long time family friend. I don't go anywhere else to get adjusted. His relaxing voice and the way he also educates you about your body during sessions really adds to the whole experience. If you're looking for a great chiropractor who is knowledgeable, friendly, and who truly has your best interests in mind, go see Dr. Alex at Momentum chiropractic! read more

Alexander is a very caring and compassionate doctor, I would highly recommend him to my friends and families. Even though his office was closed on Sunday, when he heard that I was injured and had a stiffed neck, he immediately arranged an appointment for an adjustment. I would have continue his service if I live closer to him but I live in Davis. He also recommended me to another doctor in my area to care for my well-being.He's very professional and efficient, if I ever move to SF I would use him as my chiropractor again. Thank you very much! read more

I love going to Momentum Chiropractic! I saw Sasha 10 years ago and would go with my dad every week to have my neck issues fixed. Eventually those specific neck problems went away. When I started having lower back problems two months ago, I immediately thought of Sasha. I called him, he remembered exactly who I was and scheduled an appointment for me to come in the next day. He's been working with me on my back (and my ankle) and everything is healing! Even though he is not in my neighborhood, I don't mind driving over there because Sasha does such good work. I also love the ambiance and Delina (hopefully I spelled that right) is always pleasant to see. I actually just recommended Sasha to a customer at my shop this morning! And I will continue to refer him to people if they need help with any kind of chiropractic pain. read more

Dr. Alex is a knowledgeable and wonderful Chiropractor. He is gentle and realigns everything. I appreciate the care and time her took with me to adjust my body and realign my energy to flow! Thank you Dr. Alex :) read more

Dr. Alex is the man. He is an intuitive healer and calm presence. He is truly focused on the puzzle of your body and not really making conversation, but the man knows what he's doing. I trust him fully, and this isn't an easy thing to say of someone who's making changes to your skeletal structure. I had sciatica and a generally unstable left SI joint, and not only has he improved that remarkably, he's also improved little incidental aches and pains that I didn't even know could be helped. Also, his occipital adjustments have helped me breathe more freely through my nose - who knew? I urge anyone injured or with any curiosity about chiropractic to see Dr. A. read more

I have been seeing Sasha for about a year now. He is a very passionate doctor, he even came to my work to explain the new therapy that he is doing. I look forward when i see him once a month, because it feels good when he adjusts my neck. We are still working on this ticklish spot on my lower back, that i never knew should not be ticklish. I wouldn't have known that if he didn't find it/ go thru the consultation. Sasha is helping me take care of myself, that's why i highly suggest him to anyone. read more

Alex is great. I've been here twice in 6 years for alignment issues. Both times he has cured me in 4 short visits. Highly recommend his practice. read more

Alexander is a thoughtful, communicative, and skilled chiropractor. He is eager to know about the relief he has facilitated through his practice, and is willing to amend his technique for your needs, and at your request. He is also willing to share his knowledge of health, and offers sage advice regarding the mind and body, and exactly what he is doing when he performs his magic. I always look forward to an adjustment. read more

Dr. Khanin is fantastic. Personable, extremely patient, ability to articulate information to me regarding all the techniques he has & how they work with my body. I prefer gentle adjustments. Dr Khanin was excellent in providing me with gentle work. Dr Khanin has excellent massage therapists in the office. I have had the pleasure of a couple of massages. Very relaxing & excellent work. Office is neat & clean, professional looking. Parking is easy in the neighborhood. Public transportation accessible. read more

3/5 re: massage this review is just for the massage, not the chiropractic services. it's right down from holy gelato, which: awesome. anyways, the masseur, jim was really communicative throughout the massage, which i appreciated as he was sure to check-in on the pressure, temp, etc. i think if you're looking for a holistic care solution, this could be an option. it's in this building along with other places though, and unfortunately on the day of my massage there was construction going on, so it wasn't the most serene environment, but oh well, it was a groupon massage anyways. read more

Excellent and intuitive clinician with effective adjustments. He also provides low-level laser tx that helped my facial nerve damage and paralysis from a wisdom tooth removal side effect. The treatments have helped the paralysis so much I am considering not going for a reparative nerve operation that was recommended by a neurologist. I could not recommend him more. read more