About Galen Wilson Acupuncture SLO
Galen Wilson Acupuncture SLO is a Chinese medicine and acupuncture clinic in San Luis Obispo, specializing in orthopedic and sports medicine, pain management, stress, anxiety and depression, reproductive health, and dermatology. The office is bright and friendly, with a knowledgeable and helpful staff. Dr. Galen Wilson takes a holistic approach, using acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional supplements, dietary changes, lifestyle advice, cupping, and electro-acupuncture to treat a variety of issues including insomnia, pain, hormonal imbalances, and digestive problems. Patients have experienced excellent results, with some finding relief from sciatica and others sleeping better after dealing with chronic back pain. The clinic’s gentle and compassionate approach has earned it a good reputation for providing top-tier service and caring bedside manner. Recent reviews highlight the effectiveness of treatments like ortho needling, cupping, gua sha, and electrical stim, especially for injuries such as double hip surgery, scoliosis, and plantar fasciitis. Many patients also appreciate the clinic’s focus on personalized assessment and detailed exercises, which helped some recover from pain and aches in just a few months. The practice has grown through extensive continued education, especially in orthopedic and sports therapy, ensuring patients receive expert care. Overall, the clinic combines professionalism with a warm, clean environment, making it a trusted choice for those seeking holistic pain relief and healing.
I am a 23y/o female that had double hip surgery from CAM FAI impingement/ labral tears ,and moderate/severe scoliosis (35 degrees). I was suffering (and I mean in terrible shape, extreme impact to my life) from hip joint pain, low back pain, and worst of all a very intense sciatic pain. I saw Dr. Galen for ortho needling. This form of needling is slightly more aggressive than tradtional needling and oriented towards injury. I had tried more traditional in the past without nearly as much benefit, which is why speaking with the Dr. is so important to find what is right for you. This treatment helped so much. I couldn't find anything that would provide relief besides some...read full review
Developed Plantar Fasciitis middle of last year, started from some pain after I played basketball to bothersome pain when walking. Galen really took his time and very in depth in his first assessment. We came up with a treatment plan and detailed exercises. In about 6 months later I am back to normal. No pain and no aches!
Over the past six years or so, I have had the pleasure of receiving very effective acupuncture treatments from Galen for a variety of ailments ranging from back and neck pain, to knee injury rehabilitation, stress/anxiety management, and even internal support for various psycho-emotional struggles. Galen is a wonderful practitioner, whose patience and presence is felt during treatments. It has been so awesome to both witness experience his growth over time as well -- he has taken extensive continued education to specialize in orthopedic style treatments for pain/injury/sports therapy, and the specialized training has provided him with a noticeably enhanced foundation...read full review