The Technique Physical Therapy

Fantastic experience: Excellent results for recurring golf hip/back pain. Rob gave me a targeted PT routine, and I no longer have any issues and can swing freely without pain or worry. I also no longer have to see my chiropractor every few weeks. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: I worked with Rob last year preparing for a hiking trip to the Swiss Alps. I have naturally hyper flexible knees, a condition that can be challenging for hiking in rough terrains. After 6 sessions with Rob I felt that I was given excellent tools to keep my knees healthy and to build strength over time. The access to an online program with short instructional videos was a LIFE CHANGER! I’ve been using these exercises 2-3 times a week for the past year. My knees have NEVER been better. My trip to the Swiss Alps was a success. My work with Rob was a crucial stepping stone to successfully restoring my knees. If my son was local I would have encouraged him to try this program. I highly recommend working with Rob or his colleagues at the Technique Physical Therapy.

Fantastic experience: Rob is a great physical therapist. I saw him after a knee injury, and he helped me get back to squatting, running, and jumping in a couple months. Since then, I've been seeing him every couple weeks to check in, and he's been really helpful in identifying other problems areas in my body, suggesting solutions before they turn to injuries, and treating the aches and pains that come up with an active lifestyle.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Rob and The Technique. He did a fantastic job of talking with me and assessing my condition. Rob tailored a program to meet my needs and the improvement has been great! Well worth the investment!

Fantastic experience: I waited too long to see Rob!! I had hip problems for months that took me out of playing tennis. In a short period of time working with him I felt so much stronger, got my mobility back, and was on the court again! He provides a great combination of manual work and exercises. The tech he uses to keep me on track is awesome. He’s a great guy, super encouraging and educational! He first fixed my husband’s foot, and now my hip. Couldn’t recommend him enough!

Fantastic experience: I came here for chronic knee and ankle pain and and Dr rob really helped. His knowledge of the human body and how it works is amazing and he was able to help my pain go away. He also gave me a bunch of exercises to do on my own time. It is great to find someone to help with recovery that is not only extremely knowledgeable but also is fun to talk to and genuinely wants to help you. I highly recommend checking him out, you can't go wrong at the Technique PT!

Fantastic experience: A friend recommended this physician to me, and I initially came for a back adjustment. I can confidently say Rob is excellent at what he does! I come regularly for sciatica pain, and it has made a huge difference. Thank you for your amazing service

Fantastic experience: Rob Lin is an exceptional physical therapist. Rob and his entire team are patient and welcoming, and his 1-on-1 work is phenomenal. If you have the option, I cannot recommend The Technique enough. I knew when I signed up that working with him would be an investment, and it is one I am so glad I made. I came in with an injury that I have been struggling with for 4 months. I had been seeing another PT but I had repeated setbacks during my recovery. I was in consistent pain and I wasn’t improving. In 3 weeks or so, Rob has gotten me to a place where I can function again and even push my physical limits. He is kind, reassuring, and his hands-on work has consistently made an obvious impact. Immediately after getting off the table, I feel less pain and improved stability that last. His work on me has allowed me to push further during session and during at-home exercises, which he’s tailored based on my feedback. TLDR: I’ve already recommended Rob and The Technique PT to friends struggling with injuries and would urge anyone to book a free in-person consultation. Rob is amazing and I look forward to every session. I can’t thank him and his team enough. -Raya (she/they)

Fantastic experience: Dr. Rob is absolutely the best person you could go to if you’re suffering from chronic pain. I had been through a round of physical therapy for my back pain before, and while it had helped, I had never actually cleared the 80% threshold in recovery. After about a year of living with an 80% back, I went to Dr. Rob and I’m so glad I did! He composed an amazing, personalized treatment program and did body work to alleviate the built-up pain from all the time I had spent learning to move with an unhealthy back. I also worked with Dr. Alice in one of her back pain workshops and left with an amazing program I can go through whenever I feel like my back needs some extra support. Working with this team felt like a lifelong investment in my health, and I am so glad I did it! After my physical therapy ended, I also tried Dr. Rob’s Muay Thai group classes. As someone who had never tried any kind of martial art, it was daunting to start from scratch, but he made it welcoming, inclusive, and fun! His upbeat attitude and energy make him the perfect person to work with on any goals you might have!

Fantastic experience: Rob and Alice are truly great physical therapists that are worth every penny. They are extremely knowledgeable, fun to work with, and caring about you as a patient. My acl recovery wasn’t going too well until I starting working with Rob and Alice. Since then the trajectory of my recovery is going in a complete different direction. I would highly recommend the Technique Physical Therapy for guiding you in any sort of recovery.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Alice Riegert was great. She's knowledgeable, friendly and goes the extra mile. And, everytime i encountered Dr. Rob Lin in the office he too was always friendly and encouraging. I highly recommend The Technique Physical Therapy to help you get back on track with whatever ails you.

Fantastic experience: Dr Lin is one of the most knowledgeable and patient physical therapists in the area. His team is also very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: Rob is an amazing physical therapist and he helped me so much! I had pain in my knee, back, arms etc. Through a combination of exercises and massages Rob helped me make much progress. He’s absolutely the best physical therapist I’ve worked with.

Fantastic experience: I saw Rob to help treat a tendinitis issue around my elbow. I am a pretty active guy and was desperate to get back to working out and playing sports asap and was looking for a good physical therapist in the east bay to help me get there. I have had many tendinitis issues on various body parts over the past 20 years and have seen numerous Physical Therapists over time. Rob was simply excellent and certainly the best I have seen to date. Through a well thought out schedule that allowed me to relieve pain, strengthen the right weakened muscles and develop better working out habits to avoid injuries going forward, I was able to turn the page on the issue in just 7 weeks. I now feel confident I can keep exercising and playing sports without injuring myself again and I am very grateful for Rob’s help. I warmly recommend him to anyone looking for expert and thoughtful support.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Dr. Alice at Technique PT. I have been struggling with plantar fasciitis, and Dr. Alice not only provided exceptional treatment for my foot but also designed a comprehensive, on-the-fly workout plan for my entire body. Impressively, she ensured that all exercises were performed from the floor to avoid aggravating my foot. Incredibly helpful for both my mental health and my body. I felt so cared for. The clinic itself is incredibly clean and welcoming, making every visit a pleasant experience. Technique PT truly stands out for its professional and thoughtful care.

Fantastic experience: I had recurring lower back pain that was keeping me from my active lifestyle. Dr. Alice was able to diagnose the issue and together worked through the issues and I am happy to say I have returned to staying active with no concerns of flare ups. Thank you for everything.

Fantastic experience: Dr Rob was recommended by my orthopedic spinal physician after herniating one disk and bulging another. I was treated by both Dr Rob and Dr Alice. What an incredible team! Their combination of body work (muscle release, cupping, massage) and strengthening exercises creates truly comprehensive care. They have set me well on my way to recovery and helped me start to regain the strength I need to stay healthy.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Dr. Lin! I came in with a nagging shoulder issue. He provided an impressive analysis of the underlying problem and created a effective treatment plan towards recovery. Dr. Lin provides top tier care in a private environment! Come check out The Technique!

Fantastic experience: Recently started Muay Thai at the Technique with Rob and I love it. It was my first time trying a martial art and Rob has been a great instructor. Classes are fun but also rewarding both in terms of cardio training and learning a new skill. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: I've been doing semiprivate Muay Thai classes with Dr. Lin for a few months, and they're great! He obviously brings a *ton* of expertise to his instruction, but since he's also a physical therapist and a generally cool dude, the classes avoid the macho "fight culture" attitude that turned me off martial arts after studying tae kwon do for about 10 years. Although he's great about pushing you to expand your limits, he never does so in a way that's demeaning or negative, and he's very cognizant about creating an environment that's safe both culturally -- nobody's pushed into a sparring situation where they could get hurt -- and physically, because he understands the body in a deeper way than the average martial artist. He's also very communicative and helpful about appointments and scheduling!

Fantastic experience: I did six sessions with Dr Alice for a very mysterious and very painful sciatica-like syndrome in my leg. Alice was fantastic to work with and helped me a ton. She went at the problem very patiently and systematically,from several angles, and when we were finished the pain was about 90% gone - which was *huge*; I'd begun to feel downright cursed with pain - and I was now equipped with a whole battery of exercises and stretches to help me keep it away. So far they've worked great.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Rob Lin is very thorough with his assessments. I've had knee and shoulder pain the last few years, but he's helped me regain strength and confidence in using them like normal again. His practice is unique in that all the PT exercises are more than strengthening the muscle but more using them in functional ways. I recommend The Technique to anybody looking for therapy. I like to be active and the exercises I've utilized from Dr. Lin has helped me stay active by addressing my issues. Will be continuing with The Technique to keep me moving right!

Fantastic experience: Rob has made a huge impact on my recovery! As an athlete, I love the hands-on work, and I appreciate being able to collaborate to figure out what specific exercises or stretches fit with what I need.

Fantastic experience: Rob did an amazing job with both my wife and I. I can in with shoulder and elbow pain from lifting and my wife came in with hip pain which would come out of place. He had us come in for an assessment and found the issues, gave us detailed instructions and exercises to fix it. After 12 weeks both of our issues are gone. Highly recommend checking him out if you have any kind of physical issues!

Fantastic experience: Rob was recommended to me by a trusted family friend whose injury was healed through sessions with him, and he's been a great help to me in the handful of sessions we've had so far. He listens attentively, is clearly very knowledgeable, and integrates mindfulness/energy work that is rooted in science to support the body's natural healing capabilities. Rob has been helping me with a knee injury I sustained last fall that has been lingering/slow to heal. I'm working to heal chronic overuse and tension patterns and had been seeing a PT through Kaiser, but the combination of attention and careful assignment of appropriate strengthening exercises I'm doing with Rob along with skillful hands-on work to release chronic tension in my fascia is helping me to progress for the first time in these many months of rehab. I'm seeing a gradual reduction in pain, and definitely more muscle definition and strength, thanks to Rob's guidance!

Fantastic experience: Rob has been instrumental in the recovery of my low back post L4/L5 microdiscectomy! I came to him in rough shape, just a few weeks post-op still having residual pain and sciatic nerve damage and Rob has been there every step of the way to nurse and coach me back to my health. Besides his warmth, sense of humor, and encouragement the thing that stands out with Rob vs other PTs is the individualized attention. He’s with you the whole hour, does hands on body work, and watches you carefully as you do the exercises picking up on small adjustments in form that make a world of difference. Also, your home exercises are connected to an app that makes it easy to track/ remember what you’ve learned. I’m feeling so much better and stronger thanks to Rob! Definitely recommend The Technique if you need PT- trust me, it’s worth the investment!

Fantastic experience: I reached out to Rob about putting together a summer workout plan for my son who plays basketball. It was very detailed and included injury prevention which I felt was great for a soon to be high schooler. He also made time to speak with us to make sure good form was used, and told us how to adjust workouts to be easier or more difficult. Would highly recommend the technique!

Fantastic experience: Rob is an excellent physical therapist. I had been languishing 9 months post-op from big toe surgery and didn't think I'd be able to play soccer again. Rob broke up scar tissue, mobilized the joint, and gave me the confidence to start playing soccer again. I can't thank him enough.

Fantastic experience: Rob is a godsend! I've struggled with a low back injury that has gotten progressively worse over the years. Rob put together a comprehensive plan that for the first time makes me feel like I'm on track towards recovery and working out like I used to. He identified a strength/flexibility disparity between my right and left sides that was either caused by or aggravated by the injury, which other PTs have missed. Rob is skilled, kind, and has a great mastery of physical therapy and sports medicine. I definitely recommend the Technique PT! I was recommended to Rob by my orthopedist, and although he was out of my network, I took a chance and made the investment. If you are in the same situation and have the ability to, just go for it! Your health is worth it and you won't regret it.

Fantastic experience: I went to Dr. Rob to get treatment for my hip bursitis. I was seven weeks out from doing an ultra. Dr. Rob was able to start working with me relatively quickly. His approach was holistic as he incorporated elements of strength, balance, massage, etc. I was able to do my race and not experience any issues. Highly recommend!!

Fantastic experience: Rob is fantastic - super caring, professional, and proactive! He's been so helpful for all my nagging rugby injuries. Great option if you're looking for a PT to help your athletic performance!

Fantastic experience: Being injured hurts, it hurts your confidence and your productivity. Dr. Rob Linn will fix you right up. Just after a few visits I am 100% feeling great. I only wish I had heard of Robert earlier on. He is charismatic and extremely knowledgable. Dr. Linn doesn't only offer recovery, he does physical training and Muay Thai training for sports active individuals. I would definitely be back and highly recommend going to see him.

Fantastic experience: I had surgery done on my elbow and needed to continue my physiotherapy when visiting Berkeley CA. I was on the lookout for a good physiotherapist and happen to find the Technique physiotherapy by chance. Dr. Robert Lin was very accommodating and had quite a few sessions with him. He not only massaged my hand to heal the scar tissue, he made me do some exercises using some props. This helped me improve the ROM in my arm.

Fantastic experience: Had a wrist injury and have been working with Rob on strengthening and increasing range of mobility. Rob is super knowledgeable and so far I'm seeing a lot of improvement. Also a huge plus to have someone with a lot of Muay Thai and martial arts experience!

Fantastic experience: I've struggled with a chronic hip issue for over a decade that makes it hard to run and workout. I've worked with lots of doctors and therapists over the years and have seen more progress in my time working with Rob (a couple months so far) than the last few years combined. Rob listened and completely understood the challenges in my body, created a sense of calm and progress, created a plan for rehab work I can do on my own, and helps me tweak and grow as I progress through the plan. I'm now back out there running pain free! Rob's the real deal. Thank you thank you thank you.

Fantastic experience: I came to The Technique with after I blew my knee out. Dr. Lin got me in shape for my ACL surgery (pre-hab) and I’m working with him now to get my knee back to full strength. It has been a good experience — he does excellent manipulation as offers me exciting and new exercises. I would recommend to anyone coming back from an injury.

Fantastic experience: If you want real progress for your well-being, schedule with Rob. He is attentive and provides multiple modalities to address injuries during a session. He also creates a recovery plan to follow after your visit, which give actual results.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Lin is fantastic, providing excellent attention and care. He works with you one-on-one, which is the best possible experience when healing and re-strengthening. He is as excited about your progress as you will be. I cannot recommend him enough.

Fantastic experience: Rob has been an absolute angel! I had a pinched nerve last January, 2022. I am into different modalities of bodywork, but couldn’t do any of them because the pain was too great. I was weary about physical therapy because many practitioners stopped doing active release, which was what I needed. Then I found Rob… Rob actively worked with my body to alleviate the pressure of the herniated discs, allowing the nerve to begin healing. He found other spots on the spine that the doctors hadn’t even pointed out. He worked on those trouble areas too so my healing was dynamic and holistic. Rob put together manageable routines for me to do on my own. Biweekly, I would meet up with him to get more active release manipulations and upgrade my routines to continue strengthening weak muscles. The nerve takes a while to heal, but I am 100% better. My healing is largely owed to Rob and his determination in getting to the solution for my injury. He is kind and gentle; he listens and is completely unassuming; in other words, he actually cares. Do your body a favor and call for an appointment!

Fantastic experience: Clean workspace, personalized care, and helped me rehabilitate my ACL surgery in an effective but still cautious way.

Fantastic experience: Rob has been a great physical therapist helping me work through shoulder & neck pain from working out & bad desk setup. He takes the time to massage out the pain & stretch before strengthening. The space is also so big & clean!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Lin has helped me out greatly with a shoulder injury that’s bothered me for months. I would recommend The Technique to anyone looking to work their way through an injury and get stronger.

Fantastic experience: I've been working with Rob for almost two years now have his experienced his Muay Thai and physical therapy expertise and overall energizing personality. His studio is great for both physical therapy and Muay Thai training. Rob focuses on the whole body, particularly how the body works together and how the mind and body work together. He uses multiple techniques and focuses on moving to strengthening at the appropriate time. For Muay Thai, Rob makes things really fun while focusing on both technique, power, and making sure you get a good workout in. Rob also helped me with my desk set up and my neck pain is hugely relieved, such a game changer!! Thank you Rob for everything you've done for me and to anyone considering working with Rob, look no further. The atmosphere is really wonderful in the studio, it has both calming and empowering vibes with Rob's personal touch, and easy parking right out front.

Fantastic experience: I have been rehabbing a labrum repair with rob for the last twelve weeks and My progress has been phenomenal. He has an in depth understanding of a wide range of physical therapy methods and will apply them as needed within a session. Throughout my 12 weeks here I have noticed a clean studio, on time appointments, and helpful recommendations for my posture beyond just fixing my injury. I highly recommend Rob for anyone in need of PT.

Fantastic experience: If you are considering going to physical therapy go to Rob! I tore my PCL and went to an in-network physical therapist for the first few months of PT and did not see much improvement. I switched over to Rob, and have seen results and changes immediately. After my first session with Rob I could feel my strength and confidence coming back. His exercises are for your whole body in addition to your injury to help balance and help your body recover. Rob is definitely worth it, and I couldn't recommend him more!

Fantastic experience: Followed Rob from his previous location to The Technique because there is no one I trust more to prepare me to head back to sports. Equally important to me was the emotional support and kindness Rob radiates! Mid-way through my ACL and meniscus rehabilitation, I purchased 6 sessions. I saw really notable strides in mobility and strength as sessions progressed. Rob’s recommendations were always specific to my goals, diverse in movement, incorporated latest technology/tools, and pushed me to the next level of recovery. Perhaps most beneficial was his work on my scar tissue. Rob really cares for his patients and is invested in their success. Can’t recommend enough!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend checking out this practice! Dr. Rob Lin successfully treated me for an acute back injury and is also helping me rebuild core strength and improve my mobility to prevent further injury. I have seen a marked improvement in just a few months. He is patient, skilled, informative, and goes above and beyond with communication. He is also very personable and upbeat, which makes the sessions fun!

Fantastic experience: I have been rehabbing a labrum repair with rob for the last twelve weeks and My progress has been phenomenal. He has an in depth understanding of a wide range of physical therapy methods and will apply them as needed within a session. Throughout my 12 weeks here I have noticed a clean studio, on time appointments, and helpful recommendations for my posture beyond just fixing my injury. I highly recommend Rob for anyone in need of PT.

Fantastic experience: Rob is a fantastic PT! Not only do I see him for PT but he’s my number one referral for my massage clients that need expert advice that’s beyond my scope. He is humble, easy going, knowledgeable and great to work with. Great location too!

Fantastic experience: I recently came to Dr. Rob Lin specifically with a martial arts related hip issue and his knowledge of BJJ as well as Muay Thai made it especially easy to get to the core of what was happening, as well as to implement a program that is really helping me improve in both areas. But of course his knowledge and expertise extends beyond that and he has a really holistic approach to recovery. I would recommend to any athlete or someone working through any type of injury. I especially appreciate how well he explains all movements and all the treatments he provides.

Fantastic experience: Rob is a very knowledgeable, friendly and talented physical therapist. He uses a variety of effective techniques. I first came for knee pain and I had a full recovery within months. And returned later for my shoulder which is steadily recovering. I will continue to use the at home exercises to support my overall training and conditioning. I would highly recommend Rob.

Fantastic experience: Rob has a great insight on everything sports related because of his diverse training background. From basketball to muai thai, his experience really shines when treating sports related injuries. He is very kind, friendly, and honesty just a cool dude that you want to have beer with and talk to. I one thousand percent recommend him not only for his professionalism but also because he is just a good guy and a friendly neighbor.

Fantastic experience: I've been working with Rob for almost two years now have his experienced his Muay Thai and physical therapy expertise and overall energizing personality. His studio is great for both physical therapy and Muay Thai training. Rob focuses on the whole body, particularly how the body works together and how the mind and body work together. He uses multiple techniques and focuses on moving to strengthening at the appropriate time. For Muay Thai, Rob makes things really fun while focusing on both technique, power, and making sure you get a good workout in. Rob also helped me with my desk set up and my neck pain is hugely relieved, such a game changer!! Thank you Rob for everything you've done for me and to anyone considering working with Rob, look no further. The atmosphere is really wonderful in the studio, it has both calming and empowering vibes with Rob's personal touch, and easy parking right out front.

Fantastic experience: Rob has been a life changer for my physical wellness! I can't recommend him enough. I've had a lot of neck and shoulder pain recently - issues due to poor WFH setup and workout-related injuries. So much so that I couldn't even lift my arm above my shoulder. After several sessions, post-PT check-ins, and personalized exercises, my body feels so much better! Since I'm so active and love high intensity workouts, I really appreciate Rob's experience working with athletes. He's able to pinpoint exactly the areas I need to work on to get back to boxing and CrossFitting better than before!

Fantastic experience: Rob is very talented - he combines his knowledge of physical therapy, exercise science and martial arts to create a unique training experience which not only gets you in shape but also improves your overall stability, flexibility and agility. Highly recommend, especially if you have a history of injuries and are hoping to get to the next level!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Rob Lin is one of the best PTs I've seen (and I've seen quite a few for various injuries). His method is very personalized to the patient and he helps co-create and work towards recovery goals which I really appreciate. I went to see Rob a few years out from ACL reconstruction surgery with the goal of getting back to sport. He provided a healthy mix of manual therapy, stretching, and exercises to get my knee to where it needed to be. My favorite part is that Rob knew I liked to mix it up and got bored of exercises pretty quickly so he'd be creative in what he had me do week after week. Because he kept it fresh, I loved going every week and that helped me improve quickly Rob is also an athlete and martial artist which is how I found him since I hurt my ACL doing kung fu. He understands what it takes to excel at sport and loves to share that knowledge with his patients. I highly recommend him and have referred a few of my friends who have had similarly great experiences!

Fantastic experience: Rob is an excellent trainer and physical therapist! He continues to challenge me during our training sessions and help with any pain I might have. His place is a one stop shop for any therapy or sports training needs. He’s helped me reach all my fitness goals and I always look forward to our sessions!

Fantastic experience: High quality training and physical therapy from an experienced therapist! Rob’s attention to detail is one of the best in the game.

Fantastic experience: I ruptured my achilles 6 mos ago & had a really hard time finding a great experienced PT for my injury. I have received therapy from 5 different PTs at 2 different clinics and hands down, Rob has been the best. Most of the PT clinics only offer 30 min appts w/ no option to do a longer session. They basically just have time to either do minimal manual treatment or show you a couple of exercises but generally not both. 30 mins always felt very rushed & insufficient and on top of this I also got passed around to different providers, often to a PT tech & felt like there was no continuity in my treatment. It was all very repetitive & boring. Rob does a full hour PT session and keeps the sessions new since he is trained in other modalities that he integrates when needed like cupping, sport massage and strength &conditioning. He is also very efficient with his time and packs in a lot of treatment in the 60 mins which I appreciate. I generally do not write reviews but felt compelled to do so because I had such a hard time finding a great PT which makes all the difference in your physical & mental recovery. With any injury, it can really bring you down if you feel like you are not making progress. Rob keeps you moving forward and is so positive & enthusiastic, caring not only about your injury but your well being. His sessions are very worth your time.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Rob Lin has provided an excellent rehab experience and I highly recommend working with him! He's helped me recover from an achilles injury and prepare for season. It's been valuable to have a PT who's familiar working with high-performance athletes (esp. contact sports). The manual treatment is some of the best I've had and the rehab program is thoughtful and personalized. He truly brings a lot of knowledge, passion, and care to his patients. Bonuses - the space is clean, well-equipped and the location has convenient parking.

Fantastic experience: Went to Dr. Rob Lin after a rugby knee injury for 6 sessions! Great manual work, really knows his stuff, and challenging exercises and training to get back to knee readiness. It's a huge difference to work with a PT focused on high-level athletics, and for contacts sports. Was able to play in a USA rugby match less than a month after a fibula sprain! Beautiful clean space in Berkeley, convenient location and parking. Give him a call!