Peter Rothblatt, CMT

I count myself lucky to have had massages from a number of skilled massage therapists over the years. Peter is among the very best I have ever worked with. He has an active style that involves stretching and engaging muscles in order to get them to unwind, and I find his massages very effective. I have long-​term issues with my hips, and Peter’s skills have helped immensely. He is also skilled at prenatal massage. His space is serene and comfortable, his rates are reasonable, and he is immensely likable. Highly recommend!

Updating my review. Peter has learned tremendous new skills in the last year, using the body’s neural feedback system to unlock ingrained holding patterns that generate pain. He’s as gentle, sensitive, and intuitively gifted as ever. He’s the only therapist I’ve seen who can address TMJ issues, cervical and lumber spine issues, and migraine. You won’t find a better physical therapist.

Stepping into Peter’s space is like walking into an oasis of calm. It overlooks his beautifully lush garden and gets tons of Southern light. He always has great music on that sets a serene atmosphere and the table is always warm and inviting. Peter himself is a gem — personable, super knowledge about the body, and skilled at his craft which he keeps fine-​tuning with on-​going education. I try to see him monthly because his body work sessions feel like much needed tune-​ups. I find they help prevent any nagging issues from developing into serious injuries. If I have an issue in my body, he knows how to address it and remembers it next time.
Massages with Peter are a highlight of my month — a real treat!

Peter is wonderful. I’ve been going to him for massage on a regular basis and find that he understands the body better than anyone I know. Whether it is a pain, tightness or general malaise, Peter works magic. He is also so knowledgeable about mechanisms to alleviate recurrent problems. If this were not enough, he is a genuinely nice, caring and professional individual. I can’t say enough about him –except I’m concerned that, when word gets out, it will be increasingly difficult to book my appointments.

Do your body a favor by spending some time with Peter. He can fix any ills you are experiencing, your back, neck, whatever. I used to have problems with my back, both from slight scoliosis and many rounds of golf each week. 12 years with Peter, now I am in better shape than in my mid 50’s. I give all the credit to Peter. But, if you are just looking to feel good from a massage, that works real well too.

I’ve been seeing Peter regularly for a couple of years now. He offers an excellent massage in a very soothing atmosphere overlooking his perfect Bernal Heights garden. I recommend him for therapeutic and relaxing massage. He knows what he’s doing and will give you good advice regarding your muscular/​skeletal health!

Peter is awesome! He listens carefully to your needs and has an in-​depth understanding of anatomy and physiology which he uses to explain why your body might be tight. His fingers can ferret out all the knots in your body and loosen them up. Usually, Peter will give me an overall body massage, but when I need it as I did last week, he will concentrate on the problem area and give me blessed relief. I didn’t see Peter for a couple of months and after this massage I will NOT be missing any of my monthly visits.
I love the environment at his studio. The massage room is downstairs with a bathroom on the same floor. The room looks out to a beautiful zen garden which gives you a sense of calm and peace as soon as you enter.
I noticed other people mentioned the heated towels and sheets, and that is a big positive for me as well.

Peter is very good! He’s been working on me regularly since 2010. I broke my collarbone badly and, after I’d finished with physical therapy, I needed more help because of pain and stiffness in my neck and shoulders. I confess that the direct consequences of that bone break have pretty much disappeared now, but it’s hard to give up getting a massage from Peter every 3 or 4 weeks.

Peter is a gifted masseur. The setting is very peaceful. You decide whether you would like music or talking or quiet. You will leave a much more relaxed person than when you came in. Give Peter a try. You will not be disappointed.

Peter Rothblatt is not a just a masseur, not even just a body worker, but a true miracle worker.
I went to him, hunched and limping, to try to loosen up lines of knots running down my back, around my shoulder blades and in my neck that came from many months of no excercise or coupled with a recent bad fall onto a marble floor. I had four weeks, 7 sessions aItogether that I could book before my 50^th birthday party… a rock n roll bash that had been six months in the planning.
This former dancer listened to me for five minutes and then went to work, resting out the knots one by one… reminding me to breath while his thumbs ferreted out the 100+ tender spots. Each time I asked him why something hurt, he would explain the anatomy of it and then explain the intertwining nerve system with the precision and completeness of a medical professor.
I can’t say that it felt good during the sessions the first couple of times. I hadn’t asked for spa treatments. But I felt fantastic after each session. A little looser, a little more flexible. Misway through I had another bad fall… this time cracking two ribs in my back. But Peter’s great hands and even better karma did the impossible and I was dancing on my 50^th as if I were 25×2 all over again.
It should also be said that his studio is immaculately clean and cheerful, with views of a lovely private garden outside that let’s in the natural light. The heated massage table and pillow and the flannel sheets make it the perfect body work experience.
Thank you Peter. Thank you.
Karen Z.

Peter’s bodywork is the best, simply. As Yoga teacher for nearly 20 years and a massage and rehab therapist myself, my monthly (or more) massages with Peter are essential to my well being. Peter’s years of expertise, body knowledge, his informed, intuitive and considerate techniques — create a confluence on the table which is healing, relaxing and a great treat for body, mind and spirit. I am always confident in referring my Yoga students and friends to Peter. And now you too! Susannah of Yogasita in San Francisco

I have many-​thousands– massages around the world and Peter is one of the best! He undertands your body well, and your specific needs. he gets in deep to the problem and works through it. I highly recommend him and his hands.
Kim

I have a standing appointment with Peter every other month because the day-​to-​day stresses make their way into my back and neck in the form of tiny knots that only a good massage can take care of.
Each time, without fail, I fall asleep as he works his magic.
I tend to run cold, and the heated massage table + warmed towels really help. Peter has a great bedside manner and does everything he can to make it a relaxing and comfortable experience. The studio he works out of is clean and relaxing.
Highly recommended!

Peter is a very skilled massage therapist. Since he is a dancer he has an exceptional understanding of and respect for the human body. He is extremely professional with strong hands and a calming bedside manner. He is happy to work on problem areas or just the whole body. After two kids my upper back was completely busted and Peter’s expert hands were able to reduce my discomfort significantly. Highly recommend.

I’ve always had a great experience with Peter. He’s just what you want from a masseur — he can give a relaxing massage or work out whatever knots you’ve got. Very strong hands and very in tune with what’s happening with your body. You can’t go wrong. His studio is terrific and it’s in a great location.

I found Peter on Unilocal while looking for a body worker who could help me with chronic shoulder pain and other ills associated with insufficient exercise and the passing of time. I tried 3 different massage therapists; Peter was the third, at which point I ended my search.
Peter took time to understand why I was coming to him, relating my specific complaints to a few different anotomical models that he had nearby, and then went to work.
He offered very specific relief to my acute pain, and suggested other steps I could take to gain additional health. As noted by others, he listens closely and combines this with a sensitive intuition to zero in what needs his attention. The results have been great.
I’ve been coming to him for a few months now, and plan to continue indefinitely!

As an avid runner, cyclist, bike commuter, and desk jockey, I can rack up a few strains on my body over the month. Peter is patient and knowledgeable about the body and movement, and he does an excellent and professional job pinpointing and addressing any issues he finds. Some sessions he focuses on a particular area, and other times he’ll be more holistic. Furthermore, he always gives good advice about how to maintain a full range of motion and maintain the impact of his work.

Peter is a terrific massage therapist whom I enthusiastically recommend. I have been benefiting from his massage services for at least 5 years now, and he is kind, sensitive, has excellent hands and terrific expertise. He knows when I want a quiet, reflective session or when I’m interested in chatting a bit more, and I really appreciate his attentiveness.
Don’t walk — run to the phone to make an appointment with him.

Absolutely wonderful! I have chronic shoulder and lower back pain from too much time at the computer. Massage is a great pain reliever, and Peter’s knowledge of anatomy really helps guide the session along for overall tension release.
Sadly, I found Peter just as I was moving away from San Francisco. If I had found him sooner, I would have definitely invested in a monthly massage with him. Lucky for me my family lives in the area, so when I’m in town for a visit, I spoil myself and get a massage with Peter.

I have been to Peter Rothblatt for massage services at least 50 times in the last few years. Peter is very knowledgeable about body issues and pain, and has helped me to overcome plantar fasciitis (an inflammation of the tendon in the foot) as well as a host of other aches and pains. Every session with him leaves me thoroughly relaxed and feeling wonderful. He is friendly and easy to talk to but also completely professional, and his prices are awfully reasonable. Oh, and parking at his studio has always been easy. I highly recommend Peter.