Rising Sun Physical Therapy

Fantastic experience: I sought out Rising Sun after reading positive reviews. I have had 2 ankle surgeries and been dealing with chronic pain and hopeless feelings about my difficult recovery. I didn't go into PT with Simone with high hopes, but after 2 months I started to see a lot of progress. Now after 4 months, my pain is at an all time low and I'm building strength. My quality of life has increased and my outlook is positive. I didn't think I would get to this point. I can't say enough good things about Simone and Rising Sun. Definitely go here if you can.

Fantastic experience: Bettina and everyone else at Rising Sun are truly special. I have long haul COVID (and what amounts to chronic fatigue) and Bettina has guided me through my ongoing recovery with warmth, encouragement, and support. Navigating a chronic illness is the hardest and most discouraging experience I’ve ever had: Bettina recognizes that it is both a physical and emotional journey. She meets me where I am each session, and has helped me tune in to my body on a level I never imagined. Through her, I’ve learned that physical therapy can be far more than a set of exercises: it can be a connected, healing experience that changes with your daily needs. Also worth noting: Alondra, who manages appointments and other operations at Rising Sun, is really great. She is accommodating, helpful, and generally just on top of things. Yet another part of why I highly recommend Rising Sun.

Fantastic experience: If you have pelvic floor dysfunction as a male, you will quickly find not many physical therapists treat this. I only had a couple options in all of SF, and I’m so glad I went to Rising Sun. Bettina did an amazing job as a mental and physical coach through my recovery. The office has an awesome view of buildings in downtown. If you come here you’ll get the 1-on-1 training and attention you need to succeed! 5 stars!

Fantastic experience: I had a knee injury 4 years ago that resulted in lots of crunch and pain when taking the stairs, walking, or sitting for too long. After an MRI, I was directed to go to PT and I'm so glad that I found Rising Sun. I came becuase of the raving reviews and I feel the same way! I've been working with Simone for about two months now and she really listens and takes the time to explain what exactly is going on at every step. She even patiently explained my MRI results at the beginning so that I knew how to interpret them (Something my knee specialist doc did not do). In the last two months, my baseline level of pain has gone down, my hip pain has gone away completely from overcompensating for my knee, I'm able to stand for hours longer and going up and down stairs is hurting less. When my knee is sore after a long day of activity, the recovery period is SO much shorter now that I have the knowledge and tools to help get my knee back to normal and pain-free. I can't recommend Simone, and Rising Sun enough. I thought my knee was going to hurt forever and I was so shocked at our re-evaluation about things that used to hurt and don't anymore. Truly the best! Thank you!!!

Fantastic experience: Hello everyone! Rising Sun is amazing place to go to for PT. The reason for this post is to speak about the Deep Tissue Laser Therapy. You can use it on different body parts but I'm using it for my knees. Prior to the treatments I was considering knee replacement as I was in excruciating pain. It took approx. 4-6 weeks for it to start working. I go every other week. It has truly changed my life! I have so much more mobility and have very little pain. If you are dealing with any physical discomfort in your body please try this. I am forever grateful to Bettina and her team!!! I would be more than happy to discuss this with anyone that is curious about the laser. Bettina can put me in touch with you. Blessings................

Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Rising Sun enough. Alondra at the front desk is super helpful and on top of everything, helps with making/changing appointments and getting out reminders and checking in each appointment, communicates over text as well which makes life really easy. The PT sessions are super super helpful, attentive and informative but also low stress and friendly. I was never worried about possibly making an injury worse which was a concern of mine before PT. Personally worked with Simone and she was great like A+++. I severed my achilles so it was a big injury and it is truly back to normal because of Rising Sun!

Fantastic experience: I received excellent care from Simone for my knee pain after a torn meniscus in my left knee and some arthritis in my right. The stretching and strengthening exercises, together with her physical manipulations, made a big difference for my knee discomfort. I recommend Rising Sun Physical Therapy highly. You will be well-served by their knowledge and professionalism.

Fantastic experience: Bettina is a true healer. Physical therapy can be tough and frustrating sometimes, but Bettina is excellent at helping patients through the physical as well as emotional aspects of the treatment. You can tell she brings passion to her work and cares about the patient's outcome and overall wellbeing.

Fantastic experience: Have been seeing Simone regarding a lymphedema issue--I've been very happy with the treatment process. In a fairly short period of time, I have seen noticeable changes occur. Progress is tracked carefully, Simone is quite thorough, patient, and has a good sense of humor! The office staff is also very helpful and conscientious. I cannot say anything but positive things about my experience here...definitely 5 stars!

Fantastic experience: I worked with Bettina for over a year for various chronic and acute issues and she is the best physical therapist I have ever had! When I first came to Rising Sun I was in constant pain and was unable to do many everyday things, and after working with Bettina I am now able be more active than I have been in years. She has such an incredible understanding of how the body works and is able to recommend a wide range of things both in and outside of physical therapy in a way that really helped me to set up me own healing process in a way I would not have been able to on my own. I really appreciate how she works with her patients and has a collaborative approach that made going to appointments something that I actually looked forward to. Thank you so much to Bettina and everyone at Rising Sun for all that you do!

Fantastic experience: I could not recommend Rising Sun Physical Therapy enough. I don't write reviews often, but Bettina and team have changed my life. About 2 years ago, I was diagnosed with lymphedema in my right leg with no clear cause. While my physicians didn't know the cause or have a clear path to improving my quality of life, Bettina dove into action (mid-COVID, no less). She created a lymphedema management plan that was *custom* to my specific circumstance. This was the first healthcare professional in this lymphedema journey that truly listened to what parts of my body were not working properly/were painful and stepped in to address *that targeted issue*. Working with Bettina for 1.5+ years, I can say that her deep knowledge of lymphedema and targeted approach have made all the difference in my outcomes. Before my leg was unmanageable, I could not stand for more than 45 mins or fit in any of my clothes or shoes because of its size. Now, I can fit in my original clothes, I can go on hikes with my dog and my leg is softer and healthier. It's been hard work keeping up with the plan (i.e. exercises, weekly drainage appointments, pumps, and more), but Bettina has been an amazing partner and coach. I could not imagine what my life would be like without Bettina and the Rising Sun team. If you're looking for help with your lymphedema, this is the place to go!

Fantastic experience: Bettina is a healer. Compassionate, fierce, and knowledgeable- she is magical. Bettina drew from many different modalities to help me feel safe, protected, and move through pain quickly. Her work is deep and full of both practical and intuitive wisdom. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Bettina is one of the best physical therapist I’ve ever had. She is an extremely conscientious therapist. I can’t say enough about her dedication and professionalism. If you want to get better make an appointment to see her soon.

Fantastic experience: Simone is fantastic! She is smart, experienced, and personable. Importantly, she really listens to you and takes your individual needs into account. She thoughtfully answers all my questions and every session becomes a learning experience for me and how I can tailor my exercises for improvement. She really knows her stuff! I highly recommend her and Rising Sun without hesitation.

Fantastic experience: Brittany was an excellent physical therapist who helped me recover from my achilles tendonitis. She was very knowledgeable and skilled in her approach, and she was able to quickly identify the root cause of my pain and develop a treatment plan that was tailored to my specific needs. She was also very kind and compassionate, and she always took the time to listen to my concerns and answer any questions I had. I highly recommend Brittany to anyone in need of physical therapy.

Fantastic experience: I want to recognize the great service I recently received from Rising Sun Physical Therapy and the physical therapist I worked with, Ms. Simone Vienneau. I have used Foot Levelers for about 20 years, and the 2 pairs I had were in bad shape. Simone noticed this and let me know that they can provide them for me. The Rising Sun office in San Francisco had a new machine that digitally analyzed my feet (not the old “step into the Styrofoam” method). She and her team processed the order and in about 10 days I had 2 new pairs of Foot Levelers, and they work just as they did before. This is a great service that Rising Sun provides – easy to use and error-free. I thank Rising Sun and Ms. Vienneau for their help.

Fantastic experience: This is the second time I have used Rising Sun PT and again it exceeded my expectations. Bettina worked with me this time. She not only helped improved my muscle control, but also taught me relaxation techniques that have decreased my stress levels and improved my sleep. I highly recommend the therapists at Rising Sun PT.

Fantastic experience: I had my PT sessions with Simone, and she was incredible! She figure out the root problem of my lower back pain, explained the reason I was in pain, and helped me relieve the pain. When I started, I had difficulty walking and sleeping. Now I am pain-free and available to perform all my day-to-day tasks. I highly recommend Simone as a therapist.

Fantastic experience: Bettina is a wonderful, skilled and compassionate therapist. The work I’ve done with her helped me regain the balance in my whole body, eliminate the pain I was feeling and deepen my self-knowledge about the distribution of healthy tension in my muscles. Thank you, Bettina, for the care you offer.

Fantastic experience: Bettina is just magic. I got to her few months ago quite desperate with pelvic floor pain for a year and she knew exactly what was going on. I've been given the right tools and now it's gotten so much better! If you're tired of experiencing pain and you're willing to work also at home she's your person!

Fantastic experience: For the past 1-2 years, I was dealing with the need to go pee more than usual. I'd go many times during the day and even woke up 1-2 times every night to go. I felt horrible about it and thought this would be my reality. I saw a specialist and learned that I had an overactive bladder. Thankfully, they shared that this was common and that people can go to physical therapy for it. Although I wasn't hopeful, I decided to research and came across Rising Sun Physical Therapy. I was welcomed by the staff, and worked with Bettina. She provided an assessment and recommended exercises for me to do as I went on this new journey. In addition to the exercises, I started to learn more about how little I moved throughout the day and the importance of always keeping your body moving. I didn't think it was possible but within a few months, I was going to the bathroom less and was able to fully sleep throughout the night. Looking back on it, I'm so amazed by the progress I've made and couldn't do it without the support of Bettina. She provided such good guidance and helped me get to where I am today. So so thankful for Rising Sun's help and if there's anyone going through anything similar, I HIGHLY recommend reaching out to them. Thanks again, Bettina!

Fantastic experience: I sprained my shoulder from volleyball and after resting wasn't making it any better, I decided to give PT a try and I sure am glad I did. I still continued playing volleyball with an arm brace, but after a few months with Simone, I've been starting to play without my brace and it honestly feels amazing. Not completely back at 100%, but getting there. Simone taught me so much about that part of my body and gave me a good amount of exercises to do on my own at home and even recommendations to have a better work setup. I looked forward to every session and I appreciated Simone's positivity, professionalism, and thoughtfulness. I highly recommend Rising Sun Physical Therapy to those considering physical therapy.

Fantastic experience: I've seen so many physical therapists over the years, but there's something special about Bettina. Her knowledge and experience of the body are incredible, and my condition has tremendously improved since seeing her. The staff are both friendly and incredibly competent, their communication with me goes above and beyond the experiences I've had in healthcare. I commute almost an hour and back sometimes during rush hour in the heart of the city, but it's worth it because the type of care I receive here I cannot find anywhere else.

Fantastic experience: I started coming to this clinch for a month. I feel so comfortable and so relaxed in this place. When i met Brittany, she is beautiful inside and outside, she explains everything in the clearest way and also helps me understand the purpose of what i am doing. She has helped with me with my pelvic floor issues that i have been dealing with for years. She has such a positive energy which i look for in people. She makes this world a better place.

Fantastic experience: I worked with Simone, and she was incredible! Not only did she figure out what the root problem of my shoulder pain was, but she would explain why we were implementing certain exercises so I really understood what was going on. When I started, I was in chronic pain where I couldn't even sleep because it bothered me so much, and it's been such a relief to not live in pain anymore. Simone is so good at her job and highly recommend for anyone who needs PT help!

Fantastic experience: My first 2 visits for PT with Simone and had an improved results because she is a well experience therapist focusing my arm finding the best possible to ease my pain. I knew this is going to be a while because of my severe overused arm over the years and she's helping me all the way. I recommended Rising Sun PT to all those who seeks therapy.

Fantastic experience: Rising Sun is the best PT office in the Bay Area! Bettina, Simone, and Brittany are fantastic PTs, and the office staff members (Kelsey and Mario) are tremendous. Rising Sun offers many forms of treatment, including craniosacral, ergonomic, lymphatic, and manual therapies, as well as muscle re-education, neuro manipulation, mayofascial release, and kinesio taping modalities. My favorites include Pilates training (reformer, trap table, chair and barrel), deep tissue laser therapy, total motion release, and orthotics. The office fitted me with a pair of customized Foot Levelers orthotics (reasonably priced) and within 24 hours of wearing them, my left ankle and knee swelling disappeared.

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Rising Sun Physical Therapy for a few months now. The first day I met my physical therapist, Simone Vienneau, I was completely defeated by the pain in my lower back. I was angry, upset, and constantly hurting every day. I remember thinking, “I will always be like this. There’s no way anyone can help me.” Fortunately, I was wrong. I began physical therapy twice a week with Simone. After that first assessment, she knew exactly what I needed and how to help me. I felt very comfortable with her during my appointments. Simone is gentle, understanding, and full of positivity and encouragement. She taught me various stretches to do at home and work to begin strengthening my muscles. We talked about taking small steps every day to achieve the long-term goal of being pain free. She has given me all the tools I need to continue my healing process. In addition to this, the work she did during each session left me feeling like a brand new person. I remember feeling like I was walking home from my appointments in someone else’s body. Someone who was pain free! We recently sat down and went through the same questions Simone had asked me on that very first day. I was blown away by the progress we have made! It’s hard to see your progress when you get caught up in your daily routine. Sitting there in her office and listening to how much I’ve changed over the last few months was amazing to hear. I felt like crying. I used to feel so helpless. Now, I sit in that chair with confidence, little to no pain most days, and a sigh of relief knowing that I will get through this and Simone is supporting me all the way. Lastly, I will say the team at Rising Sun Physical Therapy is accomodating, responsive, and kind. I feel like they really care about their patients and have good relationships with them. This clinic is affordable and worth your time to check out. My lower back pain is getting better every day with the physical therapy and guidance I am getting at Rising Sun.

Fantastic experience: I came to Bettina and Rising Sun with chronic pain and significant mobility impacts from cancer radiation treatment. After a few sessions, Bettina suggested I try Total Motion Detox as a way to help. I'm so glad she did as TMD has been transformative for me. This simple process is helping me regain much of the mobility I had lost and thought I'd never have again. I can feel my body healing itself as I move through the exercises. It is simple, easy to do and only takes a few minutes each day. I have also found it to be a great stress reliever - I get up from my desk, do my exercise and return to work feeling more calm and creative. I was skeptical about TMD but have been wowed by how well it works. Thanks Bettina!

Fantastic experience: I loved the Total Motion Detox Program that Bettina Neumann taught me. It's a program that ensures that all of your body is equally strong so that you stay healthy and flexible and avoid injuries. I have been using the exercises for four months now and my body is stronger, more flexible and my aches and pains have disappeared. I had my husband try the exercises and he was very tight in his hamstrings and could barely do the leg raise. I tried to encourage him to practice with the other exercises that were easier like the program entails but he didn't like it and now his hip and back are so sore that he's limping. This program is amazing and I highly recommend it.

Fantastic experience: Simone is fantastic. Not only does she have a friendly demeanor but also she helped solve a problem which no other physiotherapist could solve. I'm so grateful to have been introduced to her. She also is very patient and explains things in detail so you know exactly what's wrong. I highly recommend her!

Fantastic experience: Simone helped me to full recovery with my quad muscle strain. It took me almost 2 months to nurse myself back to sports but she was so so enouraging and patient and kind. Simone is very good at finding the muscle release points and gave me very useful exercises to do at home. I would highly recommend Simone as a physical therapist, she is a joy to work with!

Fantastic experience: Bettina is an amazing physical therapist! She has not only freed me from my pain but given me the tools to become more flexible and improve my overall quality of life. She has taught me ways to move and relax which have been a revelation!

Fantastic experience: Rising Sun Physical Therapy became for me a main resource for maintaining healthy life style. The up to date knowledge about pain management, nutrition, supplements and vitamins. The entire staff is friendly and cheerful. With great communication skills, appointment reminders, easy scheduling, and creativity of on line classes. My therapist Bettina Newman is detailed oriented beyond imagination. She creates the action plan and provides you with diary for exercise. During treatment she is positive and realistic and detail oriented to a small body part. Her versatile knowledge in body function makes the treatment complete, rather like a treatment of just a knee or back pain. But the main that she always reaching out to a new knowledge and shares it with patients by offering emails, on line seminars, and in house treatment.

Fantastic experience: During my post-surgery recovery I actually looked forward to PT. Simone is warm, has a deep understanding of her work, and tailors her approach to individual needs. She takes a 'whole person approach', she's encouraging, kind, and she helped my foot heal and recover range of motion. The office staff is great and all the web platforms they use worked smoothly. I would definitely choose them again for any future PT needs.

Fantastic experience: When I first sought out Rising Sun and Simone Vienneau, I was very pessimistic and disappointed with my recovery from ACL reconstruction and Meniscus repair. I lacked confidence that I would meet my goals, and I was apprehensive to an approach that did not involve constant excruciating pain in pursuit of those goals. From my very first session, Simone introduced me to a radically different program, working with me with an immense amount of compassion for my daily pain and instilling within me the confidence that I could progress towards a broader range of motion. Every subsequent session, I have left walking better and feeling much less stiff in my knee. I have noticed substantial improvements, from how I walk around my apartment to how much less sensitive my scar is. With these new principles, at-home techniques, and mindset, I am optimistic about continuing my progress as I move back across the country to school. Simone is absolutely fantastic and I cannot speak more highly about her standard of care and holistic methodology. I recommend Rising Sun to anyone who is looking to feel better about their movement and work towards those seemingly unattainable goals.

Fantastic experience: I have been working with Simone for almost a month now and I couldn't be more grateful. When I started my therapy, I had this severe backache stemming from a past injury which had made it extremely difficult for me to perform day-to-day activities. My pain was off the roof and I couldn't sit, sleep, walk or stand without being in constant pain. Simone and I have worked together for 6 weeks now and I am not only able to manage my routine activities but I am also able to work out, and lift weights!! Additionally, she is such a sweetheart that it's genuinely fun and comfortable to work with her. She's been extremely patient with me in helping me understand my body's anatomy and in modifying my exercises so that they best support my recovery. The best part - my orthopedic surgeon was so happy to see my progress that I was told that I didn't need to see her again (YAY!!) Would highly recommend Rising Sun Therapy for any physical pain that you're experiencing! :)

Fantastic experience: I first came to Rising Sun Physical Therapy due to chronic back pain. Unfortunately for me, around the time I began my therapy, I also was involved in a bicycle accident where I seriously injured my knee, so I had two injuries that needed attention. Regardless of that, I had an amazing experience, and my therapist Simone was very kind and knowledgeable, and helped me to improve my pain points in my body. Not only was the therapy sessions very impactful for my physical condition, but Simone's expertise and understanding of how human bodies function were very helpful to me as she explained how even different areas in the body affect the other. I would highly recommend Rising Sun PT for any chronic injuries, or impact injuries for recovery!

Fantastic experience: I've been going to Simone at Rising Sun for the past month or so for therapy on my neck and shoulders that should have been done last year. She's excellent - knows what she's doing and explains it all in all the detail you'd want, and has gotten me on the right path and we're seeing improvements, and the sessions are quite enjoyable. Highly recommended!!

Fantastic experience: Came in for help with a very stiff neck and almost no shoulder mobility. I had to shrug just to lift a water bottle and turn my whole body just to look somewhere. When I went in, I worked with Simone who was super awesome! She listened to all my symptoms and made me feel reassured about the process. After 6 weeks of treatment I am very happy with the end result! I can do pullups and aggressive rock climbs again. 5/5

Fantastic experience: Simone is an excellent physical therapist who helped me recover from an acute shoulder injury. When I started my PT, I had severely limited range of motion, pain, and weakness that reduced my ability to perform my daily activities. By the end of a couple months of working with Simone, I had full range of motion back, no pain, and felt stronger than I did before my injury! Simone is very pleasant to work with and provides patient-centered care; she worked with me closely to come up with a plan that was feasible for me and appropriate for my situation. Her assessment of my injury and prediction of my recovery trajectory was spot on. I strongly recommend her to anyone needing physical therapy.

Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Bettina Neumann for a few months. Bettina is a great physical therapist, and has helped me tremendously with a 2-year prostatitis issue. Bettina is very knowledgeable, as well as witty and funny. She makes a very difficult situation much easier to deal with and I would recommend this clinic to anyone. Thank you so much for all of your help Bettina!

Fantastic experience: I like the service provided to me by one of their therapist ANGIE ZHANG, she was a patient and a very detailed therapist. I enjoy working and learning things from her to prevent and heal my ache and pains. I came to Rising Sun for some issues with pelvic dysfunction. She provided some exercises which really help with pain and discomfort. All I can say I enjoy working with her as she not only provided me the different techniques to relieve my aches and pain but also her patience and understanding. I also want to thank her for a JOB WELL DONE for our December/2020 sessions. Happy Holidays to all of You. Elizabeth M Perry

Fantastic experience: So happy with my physiotherapy process with Bettina. What I motivated me even at very first to start my appointment with her was her positive and trusty energy that I haven’t seen in many others. I feel she cares about my health like if I’m one of her family. She’s not come up with routine and common answer, but also she tries to find the thing that cause problem and pain in my body and my mind and solve it. That so appreciated. Thank you.

Fantastic experience: After a horrific ski accident in March where I broke my femur I decided it was best to start physical therapy early in the recovery process(about 3 weeks in) . I'm glad I chose Rising Sun Physical Therapy because the whole crew is very responsive, even during the pandemic. Initially, I couldn't walk without crutches and was in quite a bit of pain. Bettina recommended the laser treatment for pain. I was rather skeptical, but gave it a try. I'm sure glad I did because it immediately helped reduce the pain, I slept through the night for the first time in weeks. The exercises gradually got more complex and improved my strength and range of motion. Four months after the surgery I've recovered enough to walk, hike, and do the things I generally love to do. Thank you Rising Sun for the positive attitude and guidance in recovery. I don't plan on breaking my other femur, but if I do I'll go back to Rising sun. :)

Fantastic experience: The private practice of Bettina Neumann, her fellow therapists, and staff far exceeds ANY hospital setting PT I have ever experienced. My ten year long struggle from injury and chronic pain has FINALLY been eased at Rising Sun over this past many months. I am stronger and healing after all this time and many prior attempts at PT. They even have state of the art equipment and also have laser treatments available! The admin stuff is all the same or better, re: Insurance, payments and reports to my doctor, no sweat. They have different levels of licensing among the practitioners, including an occupational therapist, usually. So whatever your needs Bettina has you covered. She is often very busy, and the other staff are also popular.

Fantastic experience: Bettina and Rising Sun Physical Therapy is a place where progress happens and results are achieved. As an Upper Cervical chiropractor and strength/corrective trainer, I see a lot of people with chronic pain and injuries. When additional expertise is advised, Bettina is in my closest sphere of trusted, talented, and caring professionals. She has helped my clients with knee pain so they can play soccer again, ankle and hip flexor issues to run marathons without injury, and so much more. I don't mean to sound cliche, but if you're ready to take a hold of your life and live in your body with confidence, reach out to Rising Sun Physical Therapy!

Fantastic experience: I have been a patient of Bettina's for several years. She has been instrumental in helping me recover from a few injuries I have been healing from. Not only does she know so much, and is also very affective, she also has given me specific exercises that have tremendously helped. The exercises don't work if you don't do them! I do enjoy going in for treatment knowing that her work will benefit my now and my future health. She also has an excellent list of resources to share should you be looking for support outside of her scope of practice. Thank You Bettina Neumann, Lori and Rising Sun Physical Therapy

Fantastic experience: Bettina was an integral part of healing from shoulder/arm/neck tightness after surgery a couple of years ago. Her manual therapy is amazing, she has an uncanny ability/talent to find and release tight and contracted areas and then provides exercises to stretch and strengthen those areas. She is not only a talented PT but also is trained in cranioSacral therapy and other techniques which makes her work even more effective. I have been to several physical therapists, and she is by far the best at pinpointing the challenged areas and knowing how to work with them. I am seeing her again for some similar issues that have come back from overuse in the last several months and feel better after 3 sessions.