Testimonials

“I had not been to an acupuncturist in many years. I fell on my shoulder and had multiple fractures leading into the joint. I went to physical therapy for about 8 months, which helped greatly, but still had lack of full free range of motion and considerable pain. After being told I may have to try surgery to fix it, but that likely wouldn’t help that much, I decided to try acupuncture. I had amazing results working with Galen. What appeared to be hopeless frozen shoulder soon became a healed shoulder. I have mostly free mobility now, and very little pain. I know that I will definitely get more treatments as I am able. Galen is extremely knowledgeable in his field and gives suggestions for exercises that can contribute to the healing process at home. I am completely sold on this form of treatment. Galen was also extremely kind, gentle and listened attentively to me. I looked forward to my sessions as a weekly restorative time. The environment is one of tranquility and kindness. I highly recommend this practice!”

— L.M. H.

“Long overdue review for genuinely the best healthcare I have ever received! I started coming to Galen Wilson Acupuncture after over a year of intense knee pain from running. I’d done physical therapy and seen three different primary care doctors and the pain just got worse. Within two appointments, Galen knew that it wasn’t what the other doctors were telling me was the problem. For about three months, I came in once a week and Galen treated the pain while giving me different exercises to do at home to strengthen my knee. His care helped relieve my knee pain - I’m finally running again! - while also teaching me so much about how the body works and giving me resources to help myself understand what was going on. I left with no knee pain and a greater understanding of how to prevent future injuries. I recommend wholeheartedly!”

— Carlee B.

“I am a long time athlete and I have competed at a high level of one sport or another throughout my life. Now that I am in my 30s, recovery is not as easy as it used to be. I was referred to Galen by a friend when my on and off shoulder pain returned a few months prior to a competition. Within one session my shoulder was fixed and it has never felt better. I now see him regularly to work on chronic issues I have. I can not say enough great things about him and his practice. It’s so much more than just acupuncture. He is so intelligent and knowledgeable about anatomy and kinesiology. He completes a full assessment on the area of concern at every appointment to watch how the structure is moving and to figure out what exactly is the problem. I am seriously so grateful to have found him!”

— Kelsey M.

“I have seen other acupuncturists before and no one has treated me as well as Galen has. He truly cares for his patients and it shows through his treatment. I have had severe back problems my whole life and Galen has provided a well rounded approach to treating the source of my pain. In addition to my physical injuries, Galen has helped remedy my mental health as well as digestive problems through his treatment. I look forward to every appointment because I know that I will be in good hands with Galen!”

— Maddy M.

“I wish I could give more stars for Mr. Galen Wilson…I am relieved to say my neck pain issues related to a bike accident have been fully resolved with Mr. Galen Wilson’s acupuncture expertise. I knew from the first visit that this was a different kind of approach to finding a solution. After a very discouraging blur of visits to my primary doctor for a recovery plan after my bike accident, I decided to seek out acupuncture. I really hit the jackpot with Galen’s effective approach. I am a critical judge so giving words like these are truly earned. Galen takes the time to fully evaluate and find the compass of your health so that he can best chart a course of action with acupuncture. Galen is capable, cordial, honest and communicates with good concern. In these busy times, it is refreshing to see a healthcare person doing what is best for the patient. Thanks, Galen Wilson!

— Natalie M.

“I can’t say enough good things about Galen. I started seeing him after experiencing a sharp pain in my shoulder that wouldn’t go away for several weeks. During my first visit, Galen was able to quickly diagnose the issue and started treating my bicep tendon. After one session I saw massive improvement and after about six I feel back to normal. I also mentioned to Galen the knee pain I have been experiencing off and on for about 4 years. With my expectations quite low due to physical therapy and surgery being of little help, I am absolutely amazed at the current state of my knees after he started working on them through acupuncture, electrical stimulation, and a list of exercises for me to do on my own. As a certified personal trainer, I do a lot of weightlifting and I am finally back to being able to perform exercises I stopped doing years ago due to the pain. While Galen has been a massive help in my recovery, he is also just a genuinely great guy. He truly listens and cares about his patients and makes you feel incredibly comfortable and supported. I could not recommend Galen enough!

— Steph R.

“Dr. Wilson completely changed how I feel during my period! For the past few months, he has been treating me for pain from cramps with acupuncture and Chinese herbs that I drink at home. I went from living off of Advil for 1 week out of every month to not needing any at all. He has also treated me for acute sports injuries and I have seen 90-100% improvement immediately, every time. I have also received treatments for stress and anxiety, as well as herbs, that have greatly improved how I feel. I can’t say enough good things! He is so knowledgable - and Chinese medicine can literally treat anything. I cannot recommend Dr. Wilson enough.”

— Alissa L.

“Dr. Galen is amazing! I saw him this past summer for stress and anxiety, and I always felt much better after our sessions. He is very thorough, and had great suggestions about diet and lifestyle modifications to help me feel better between sessions. He is also very knowledgeable about herbs. He is excellent at his job; he is very understanding and actually listens to what you have to say. He is very professional, and truly cares about his patients. I would recommend him to anyone!”

— Grace D.

“Galen is fantastic - both a great guy and great at what he does. My time seeing him has been incredibly helpful not only in alleviating pain, but also in building a good routine at home to work on my underlying muscular issues that exacerbate my hip and back issues. He’s very knowledgeable and passionate about his work, and has taught me a great deal about the underlying sources of my injuries, as well as how I can go about healing them. I would recommend him to anyone!”

— Tim N.

“I highly recommend Galen! I have been receiving treatments from him consistently over the past few months for several health issues including insomnia, lingering COVID symptoms, and chronic pain and have had very positive results. He is extremely knowledgeable and skilled, and has a terrific bedside manner making you feel comfortable, heard and cared for. I have been to many acupuncturists over the years and Galen is truly one of the best!”

— M.O.

“I highly recommend Dr. Galen Wilson! I have been seeing him for a few months now. I first came to see him for a nagging rotator cuff injury, and was impressed with his knowledge and effectiveness. Since then, he has been treating me for anxiety and digestive issues and I have seen significant improvements with both. Galen uses acupuncture and cupping, Chinese herbs, and nutritional supplements , to provide a very well-rounded approach. Galen is a super chill, relatable guy which made it easy for me to relax. If you’re curious if acupuncture is right for you reach out to Dr. Wilson he’s the man!”

— Connor B.

“Galen was an extremely thorough and encouraging practitioner who helped treat my anxiety and thyroid-related symptoms. We used a series of acupuncture, supplements, and lifestyle changes to achieve fantastic results. After about 3-4 sessions I was already noticing dramatic changes in my physical and mental health. He is very accessible and allows you to ask a lot of questions…”

— Cole D.

“I’m stoked that I discovered Galen Wilson’s Acupuncture in SLO. As a wellness practitioner, I’m always looking for talented and skilled professionals I can trust to refer clients as needed. As someone who sees a lot of athletes and people recovering from injuries, I was happy to experience the effectiveness of Dr. Wilson’s style using orthopedic/sports acupuncture to target deep into muscles with electromagnetic stimulation to assist in recovery. I have found that working on targeted muscles after clients have seen him has been very effective in getting stubborn, problematic spots to release. I’m looking forward to continuing to get treatments and referring clients to this clinic. Definitely check it out!”

— Eunice L.