Olivia Bennett
3 days ago
Dr. Mendoza figured out what three other clinics missed. After my initial assessment I finally had a plan, and my knee is the best it's been in years. Booking online was effortless.
Service: Initial Assessment
Established 2015
Meridian Physio & Recovery
An evidence-based physiotherapy and recovery clinic in the Mission. We pair hands-on treatment with guided rehab and recovery so you leave with a plan, not just an appointment.
4.9 / 5684 reviewsMission District
Popular
Initial Assessment
A full movement and history workup to find the root cause and map out your recovery plan.
1 hr
$140
Physiotherapy Follow-Up
Hands-on treatment and progressive exercise to keep your recovery moving forward.
45 min
$110
Sports Massage
Deep, targeted soft-tissue work to flush tired muscles and restore range of motion.
1 hr
$115
Other services
Sports Rehab
Strength and return-to-play programming built around your sport and your injury.
1 hr
$130
Dry Needling
Fine-needle trigger-point release to switch off stubborn muscle tightness and pain.
30 min
$85
Chiropractic Adjustment
Precise spinal and joint mobilization to ease stiffness and get you moving freely again.
30 min
$95
Acupuncture
Traditional needling to calm pain, reduce inflammation, and support whole-body recovery.
45 min
$100
Gait & Running Analysis
Video-based assessment of how you walk and run to fix the mechanics behind the pain.
1 hr
$150
Recovery Session
Cupping and compression therapy to speed recovery between training blocks and treatments.
45 min
$90
- Est. 2015
- 4 licensed clinicians
- Evidence-based care
- Same-week appointments
- 4.9 rated
The clinic
Meet the clinicians
Licensed physiotherapists and recovery specialists who explain the why behind every step. Pick a clinician or let us match you.
Dr. Sarah Mendoza
Lead Physiotherapist & Founder
5.0 · 212 reviews14 yrs experience
Orthopedic rehabSports injuryMovement analysis
Dr. James Whitfield
Chiropractor
4.9 · 176 reviews11 yrs experience
Spinal mobilizationPosture correctionJoint care
Tariq Hassan
Sports Therapist
4.9 · 158 reviews9 yrs experience
Sports massageReturn to playRecovery
Lena Kowalski
Acupuncturist & Recovery Specialist
4.8 · 138 reviews8 yrs experience
AcupunctureCuppingPain management
What our clients say
Write a reviewMarcus Delgado
6 days ago
Tariq's sports massage got me through marathon training without a single flare-up. He actually explains what he's doing and what to do at home.
Service: Sports Massage
Hannah Cole
a week ago
I came in with chronic lower-back pain and James's adjustments plus the rehab exercises have been life-changing. I sit at a desk all day and finally feel normal.
Service: Chiropractic Adjustment
David Okafor
a week ago
Lena's acupuncture sessions are the only thing that's reliably quieted my shoulder pain. Calm, professional, and genuinely effective.
Service: Acupuncture
Priya Nair
2 weeks ago
The running analysis was eye-opening — they spotted exactly why my shin splints kept coming back and gave me drills that fixed it. Worth every penny.
Service: Gait & Running Analysis
Greg Sullivan
3 weeks ago
Dry needling sounded intimidating but it released a knot in my calf that had bugged me for months. Quick appointment, real results.
Service: Dry Needling
The clinic
Inside Meridian
A look around the clinic and the work we do. Follow along for tips and openings.
Hands-on soft-tissue work
Strength & rehab
Guided exercise
Movement classes
Recovery & wellness
Clinical assessment
How it works
Care that respects your time
No phone tag, no endless waiting rooms. Three taps and your room is reserved.
1
Choose your visit
From a first assessment to a focused follow-up — pick what you need and we'll set aside the time.
2
Pick your clinician & time
See live availability for every clinician. Stay with a familiar face or grab the next open room.
3
Get instant confirmation
Your room is held the moment you book — confirmation and intake forms land before you've put your phone away.
More than a quick fix
Beyond the booking is the work that lasts — clear diagnosis, hands-on treatment, and a rehab plan you can do at home. We keep the schedule honest so your time is spent recovering, not waiting.
2015
Established
4
Clinicians
Good to know
Frequently asked
The quick answers. Anything else, give us a call and we'll sort you out.
You'll complete a short intake, then your clinician runs a full movement and history assessment to pinpoint the cause. You'll leave with a clear diagnosis and a plan, and usually some hands-on treatment the same day.
Visit Meridian Physio & Recovery
Hours
- Mon – Fri
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Ready to move better?
Book online in under a minute, or call the clinic and we'll find the right time. Let's get to the root of it.
1184 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA