2025-05-20T05:52:26.550Z

I worked with Dr. Lorraine and couldn’t recommend her enough. She helped me work through some pretty intense sciatic pain by focusing on strength training and developing good technique and form, and within a few weeks my pain had subsided. She also helped design an at home program that was manageable and effective. Overall I had a great experience and would definitely work with her again.

2025-05-08T17:19:38.210Z

After being referred to try PT by a back specialist, I found Pro+Kinetix and have felt so much better through the exercises and stretches that pin point the areas in my back and shoulders I need to strengthen. Dr Katrina Lee has helped me on a path to recovery that I did not believe was possible after I had lived with this pain for so long. Still have lots of work to do but I can see and feel the change

2025-05-06T13:49:58.283Z

I had Dr. Lorraine for sciatica that wouldn’t go away after being pregnant. In our initial meeting she did a thorough job assessing me and explaining what was going on. I was surprised when the exercises started lessening the frequency of my pain, since nothing I did worked prior including seeing a chiropractor. She was also very kind and empathetic to my situation and I looked forward to every session! Don’t think about this one, just go.

2025-04-23T00:52:30.068Z

I came in to Pro-Kinetix after suffering a back sprain in late 2023. I had been suffering from back pain on and off for a while, and was hoping that physical therapy could help me recover from the sprain and also remain in good shape. I was assigned to Dr. Lydia Lee, who helped me regain mobility in my back, and also to improve my strength which would avoid situations like the one I was in from recurring.After completing my physical therapy sessions, I decided to start coming in for physical training sessions on a regular basis. My current trainer, Sam Akre, has helped me remain in shape and has designed a training regimen that balances multiple priorities including cardio, strength, and flexibility.I have also been very impressed by the efficiency of Pro-Kinetix's office staff in booking, rescheduling, or cancelling appointments.

2025-04-10T21:19:07.272Z

I've had an amazing experience with Dr. Kassina at Pro+Kinetix over the past 10 weeks. I've had long standing upper back issues for years and I've been in and out of various PT programs without much to show for it. I came to Pro+Kinetix for an acute achilles issue and Dr. Kassina was more than happy to build a program to address both my achilles and back.I chose Pro-Kinetix for their sports and performance focus. They were out of network for me, but worth every penny. I am back to running regularly and waking up pain free for the first time in years.Dr. Kassina is kind, super knowledgeable, and answers all of my many questions about what we're doing and why. She took the time to understand my injury and goals holistically, and built a program with the right amount of incremental improvement and appropriate guardrails week-to-week.For anyone who is on the fence about PT, this is absolutely the right place to go.

2025-04-03T17:05:43.655Z

I started working with Katrina at Pro+Kinetix this January after having been to a couple of other PT clinics in the area for re-occuring low back spasms over the past few years. Pro+Kinetix is out-of-network only for insurance, but thankfully my insurance did cover a significant portion of cost. Since they are not tied up by insurance restrictions, you get the benefit of being able to shift attention to other issues outside of your initial problem as they come up; for me, I was having some shoulder pain and a bit of knee pain as well, and we were able to address those when I needed it.Katrina has been fantastic in assessing the causes of my pain and determining the best treatment plan to not only reduce and eliminate pain but also improve my strength and range of motion. We started small, focusing on gentle core exercises, and each week as the pain lessened, we would move on to progressively more challenging exercises. I was aware that I could have a setback during the course of treatment (and indeed, I did have a low back spasm at one point early on), but I understood that doing the exercises at home--consistently--would be the key to getting past the vulnerable state that my back had been in for so long.It was very important to me that the end goal wouldn't be just to be able to stand or sit without pain, but to be able to twist my body, move with vigor, and lift heavy things with confidence. When I started, I was afraid that I would suffer from low back spasms for the rest of my life and no longer be able to do anything athletic without a deep fear of moving "the wrong way". I am so incredibly happy to say that I no longer have that fear, and now as a 43-year-old woman, am taking adult tumbling classes and feeling great! As Katrina said to me, "Motion is lotion!"

2025-04-02T00:20:20.718Z

I came to Pro+Kinetix after months of dealing with lingering knee pain from a torn meniscus. I had pretty much learned to live with it—skipping ski season, avoiding heavy leg days, and sitting out activities I loved like rollerblading. I tried rehabbing on my own using youtube videos and asking chatgpt for plans, but I was always worried I might be making things worse.Working with Dr. Lorraine changed all of that. From our very first session, I felt genuinely heard as I worked toward my goal of running the Oakland 5K pain-free. She put together a plan that felt doable, realistic, and tailored to what I had access to. Each week, our sessions built on the last, and they flew by because they were so fun! I left every session feeling stronger and more confident in my knee.Last month, I ran the Oakland 5K without pain for the first time in years. Now I’m eyeing more races, getting ready to rollerblade again, and feeling excited about next ski season. I’m so grateful to Dr. Lorraine and the team at Pro+Kinetix for helping me feel capable again.

2025-03-21T00:43:57.598Z

Dr. Kassina has been an integral part of my injury recovery and rehabilitation. She’s a skilled observer and listener, honing in on both physical and mental components of recovery. She helped me continuously meet recovery milestones and avoid surgery, and charted a physical therapy regimen that not only addressed basic function but also prepared me to regain an active lifestyle.I was initially drawn to Pro+Kinetix based on the ease of making an appointment and the speed of follow up. The experience of the practice and facility did not disappoint. The downtown location is very convenient and parking in the lot is validated.

2025-03-12T17:28:35.386Z

I started physical therapy earlier this year with Dr. Kassina Kim-Hayes. I am really pleased with the experience I’ve had with Dr.Kassina. She is an excellent listener and provided a combination of hand-on therapy and exercises that improved my condition. She carefully observed my movements and developed an at-home routine that increased my strength and flexibility in my area of focus. I highly recommend Dr.Kassina.I would highly recommend Dr.Kassina.

2025-03-03T21:07:13.173Z

Incredible physical therapy experience. Completely worth their rates in my opinion. I have suffered from chronic pain for 4 years. The pain was not only hard to bear, but it left me unable to walk, sit, work, and do most daily tasks. So as you can imagine, getting better was my primary, desperate goal in life. I had been misdiagnosed several times by both physicians and physical therapists, making me think that their diagnosis and treatment was correct. But I was not seeing improvements after 1.5 years of constant physical therapy, so I switch to Pro+Kinetix and saw Kassina. I really wish I had done this earlier.She gave me a different, CORRECT diagnosis at our first evaluation. In a matter of 4 weeks following her physical therapy plan, I can now sit & work for hours, unlimited walking, able to sleep without pain, started hiking again--basically regained a normal life in most aspect. She listens to all feedback I have and adapt on the go, she's always available for questions outside our sessions, and her exercises choice give me incredible improvements every week. I couldn't imagine a better outcome, and I can't recommend Kassina enough.

2025-03-01T20:55:51.367Z

When my pinched nerve pain had me low, Lorraine's gentle approach and thorough care became my pathway back to mobility. Her good humor made each session something to look forward to, even on the toughest days. Thanks to her expertise, I've transitioned from pain to a stable foundation where I can return to exercise. For that, I am profoundly grateful and recommend her unconditionally.

2025-02-27T01:27:04.437Z

I highly recommend going to Pro+Kinetix for physical therapy. Lorraine is awesome, and is the first person on my recovery journey who has been able to identify the cause of my injury and I've seen such amazing improvement since seeing her these past few months. This has been huge to me as I've been to other PTs for this injury and haven't really seen any results.Lorraine is so awesome and knowledgeable and makes sessions really fun and informative. I really appreciate the tailored PT routines she gives me and I can feel her sincere investment in my recovery, and she is always asking me questions about how my injury is feeling/how the exercises I'm assigned are going and tailors it to my needs. I cannot recommend her enough.

2025-02-25T21:40:10.321Z

I highly recommend Pro+Kinetix and Dr. Lorraine. I had a weightlifting injury that resulted in severe back and leg pain. I couldn’t walk, sit, or stand without pain. Despite multiple visits to a chiropractor, nothing changed and I worried I would experience pain permanently.After two visits with Dr. Lorraine my pain was gone. She worked with me to address not only the source of the pain, but also to make sure I did not find myself in a similar situation. She worked with on creating and adapting stretching and weightlifting routines that I have found extremely helpful.Most importantly, working with Dr. Lorraine provided me with the confidence to begin weightlifting again with a confidence that I will not re-injure myself. For all these reasons, I highly recommend Dr. Lorraine and Pro+Kinetix for any of your personal therapy or personal training needs.

2025-02-14T03:26:29.923Z

Dr. Lorraine is an incredible PT! She took the time to really understand my foot issues and tailored a recovery program that not only addressed my pain but also supported my outdoor activities. Her expertise, attention to detail, and genuine care made a huge difference 🙏

2025-02-13T18:31:01.777Z

I’ve been working with Dr. Dylan Kumar and Pro+Kinetix for almost eight months now, and it has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my physical health! Early in 2024, I sustained three injuries from weightlifting—knee, calf strain, and an intercostal muscle strain— which left me unable to lift weights or stay active for several months. After trying physical therapy elsewhere with no results and growing increasingly frustrated, I decided to reach out to Pro+Kinetix. From my first phone call with them and evaluation with Dr. Dylan Kumar, I regained hope and motivation for recovery and returning to weightlifting after several months of inactivity.During each visit, Dr.Dylan has listened to my concerns and evaluated my progress, adjusting my program each time to align with my goals. He gradually introduced effective exercises to help me regain strength and minimize pain, all while guiding me through flare-ups. Every session, I not only have seen progress but also learned a lot from Dr.Dylan about my recovery and proper exercise techniques. He has been a great physical therapist to work with!I am now back in the gym and continuing to work on my recovery. Given the excellent results I’ve experienced, I plan to continue working with Pro+Kinetix Physical Therapy and sincerely recommend them!

2025-02-06T00:11:47.517Z

I started over at Pro+Kinetics about 5 weeks ago. I had tried another PT place and I just didnt feel like I was getting what I needed. After researching quite a bit, I chose Pro+Kinetics because of their completely upbeat and thorough approach from the very first call. But I have stayed with them because of my physical therapist, Dr. Lorraine.I had been through a neck surgery and 2 back surgeries and really needed/wanted to find someone who could first, make me feel that things could get better, and second, who would be real with me, push me, but also be very positive.Dr. Lorraine has been a welcome light in my life. She has helped me with my pain level, helped me to regain strength after almost 2 years of inactivity and then a tough recovery, and has given me the sense that I will be back to living a full life. She is clear, and very attuned to what is needed. I have full confidence in her knowledge and skill.Plus! She is also just so fun! Seriously fun! Whoever matched me with Dr. Lorraine is a genius! I could not imagine working with anyone else.Pro+Kinetics is a fantastic place to heal. Do call them!

2025-02-01T01:07:35.290Z

I had been experiencing intense shoulder pain for many years and tried several self-help exercises I picked up on You-Tube to no avail. I even got a cortisone shot which was only temporary and ultimately ineffective. A CMT that I had been getting shoulder treatment from suggested I take the next step and see Dr. Dylan, a physical therapist with Pro+Kinetix in Oakland.During my initial visit which involved an exam to identify the problem, Dr. Dylan said my shoulder joint was tighter than normal and showed me several exercises to perform at home. Every two weeks for the last 6 months I would come in for an analysis and talk about how I was feeling, after which we would run through the exercises again to ensure my technique was correct and make modifications/additions to the routine as he felt necessary.Now 6 months later my shoulder is feeling 95% better and I no longer need to take Ibuprofen before playing Pickleball! For the people that are new to physical therapy, I feel it's important to take the homework seriously and keep up with the daily exercise routine. The detailed feedback I brought to Dr. Dylan at every appointment helped him determine the next steps to ensure continuing progress in opening up my shoulder joint.I intend to continue my sessions with Pro+Kinetix so I can pick up some effective stretching exercises for my hamstrings, groin, achilles, etc. which I hope will prevent injuries on the court.

2025-01-31T19:05:42.254Z

My physical therapist (Dr. Emma @ Pro+Kinetix) suggested that I try out medical fitness coaching/personal training with Sam, and I'm so glad I did! I have a history of 5 limb surgeries (4 leg, 1 shoulder) and isolated arthritis in my ankle, so I started my journey with a host of instabilities, weaknesses, and chronic pain.I've worked with Sam for only 6 months (really 4 months subtracting my vacations and holidays), but have already noticed significant improvements in my balance, flexibility, and strength across different facets of my life. In my day to day, hopping off couches, getting in/out of the car, and carrying groceries are now trivial. On vacation, carrying luggage, traversing stairs/cobblestones, and spending long days walking have become much easier. And despite SO many injuries, I still insist on playing rec sports in my 40s -- teammates have even commented on my improved power, stability, and body control.All of this has been possible because Sam's thoughtfully designed programs cover typical whole-body exercises in addition to addressing PT recommendations and my sports-specific needs. I appreciate that Sam strikes a great balance between caring about my injuries/limitations and creating challenging workouts to keep me motivated and improving my overall fitness.I highly recommend medical fitness coaching/personal training with Sam Akre!

2025-01-30T02:43:31.802Z

After a meniscus injury I was able to get back to healthy within a few months with the help of pro kinetix!

2025-01-28T23:08:04.915Z

Amazing clean space. The team for both physical therapy and fitness coaching are very professional. I've been working with Sam on personal training and her positive vibrant energy is refreshing early in the morning. She's helped me maintain proper form and strengthen muscles to address my back pain.