Common questions about Walk-In Chiropractic in Oakland. Dr. Robert Townsend, DC — 1425 Leimert Blvd. Ste #200, Glenview neighborhood — (510) 708-9363.
Walk-ins are welcome Monday through Thursday, 9–1 and 3–6. No appointment needed — come in during open hours, complete a brief intake form, and Dr. Townsend will see you. Most walk-in patients are adjusted on their first visit. If you prefer to schedule ahead, you can book at acuityscheduling.com.
Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. and 3–6 p.m. Closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Plan on 25–35 minutes. About five minutes for intake paperwork, the rest with Dr. Townsend for evaluation and adjustment. X-rays are not required. Most patients are adjusted on their first visit.
No referral needed. Walk in directly during open hours.
Most major insurance accepted — Kaiser (including ASHN-Kaiser and Medicare Advantage), Blue Cross, Anthem, Cigna, Aetna, United Health Care, AARP/UHC, Medicare, Health Net, and East Bay Hills Physicians. FSA and HSA cards welcome. Full insurance list →
Yes — Kaiser HMO plans, Medicare Advantage through Kaiser, and ASHN-Kaiser network plans are all accepted.
Yes. Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans including AARP/UHC and Kaiser Medicare Advantage are accepted.
Yes — Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts are accepted as payment.
Yes, whiplash and cervical injuries from vehicle accidents are treated here. However, we do not bill third parties directly — including at-fault insurers. Patients pay out of pocket and seek reimbursement from their own insurer or the at-fault party.
No. There are no packages, no prepaid visit blocks, and no sales pitch. Dr. Townsend is a ChiroTrust member — pledged to provide convenient, affordable, mainstream chiropractic care without unnecessary long-term treatment plans. You come when you need to.
No. X-rays are not required for your first visit. Most conditions can be evaluated and treated without imaging. If your exam suggests something requiring imaging, Dr. Townsend will refer you out.
Manual chiropractic adjustment is the primary technique. For patients who prefer no manual adjustment, instrument-assisted techniques (Activator method) are available. Dr. Townsend will discuss your preference before any adjustment.
Chiropractic adjustments are among the most studied interventions in musculoskeletal care and have a strong safety record for appropriate patients. Dr. Townsend performs a thorough evaluation before any adjustment to confirm that chiropractic care is appropriate for your condition.
Yes. Chiropractic care is one of the most effective conservative treatments for sciatica caused by lumbar disc pressure or sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Most sciatica patients notice meaningful relief within the first few visits. Learn more about sciatica treatment →
Yes — cervicogenic headaches (caused by cervical spine restriction) and tension headaches respond directly to chiropractic adjustments. Many patients who rely on daily ibuprofen find significant relief within a few visits. Learn more →
Yes. Prenatal chiropractic care is safe throughout pregnancy. Adjustments are gentle, modified for each trimester, and performed without pressure on the abdomen. Dr. Townsend treats pregnancy-related back pain, sciatica, SI joint dysfunction, and pelvic girdle pain. Learn more →
Yes. Dr. Townsend evaluates the full nerve chain from the cervical spine to the wrist — many patients presenting with carpal tunnel symptoms have cervical involvement that, once addressed, resolves most of the hand symptoms. Learn more →
1425 Leimert Blvd. Suite #200, Oakland, CA 94602 — in the Oakmore Professional Building in Oakland's Glenview neighborhood.
Yes — free street parking on Leimert Blvd. is almost always available directly in front of the building.
Montclair: about 10 minutes down Highway 13. Rockridge: about 5 minutes south from College Ave. Downtown Oakland: about 15 minutes up MacArthur Blvd. Lake Merritt: about 15 minutes, no freeway. Piedmont: under 10 minutes. Full service area map →
Walk-In Chiropractic · 1425 Leimert Blvd. Ste #200, Oakland, CA 94602 · (510) 708-9363
Open Monday–Thursday 9–1 and 3–6. Walk-ins welcome.
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