Hightower Chiropractic

Dr. Hightower is truly the best Chiropractor that’s treated me me since starting my chiropractic journey in the 70s. He listens and treats accordingly, not the «listen» & then do the standard 4 manipulations, and off to the next patient moves I’ve been subjected to.
I knew for 6 yrs my cervical spine was a reason HBP meds don’t work well for me. Six chiropractors later, Dr. Hightower is actually treating & we’re seeing results!
You’ll have results too!

Dr. Hightower is a charming man, but as a doctor he leaves a lot to be desired. I went in for a very specific problem, hiatal hernia. His assistant told me on the phone the firm specializes in hiatal hernia and then repeated this while I was waiting.
Part of his assessment including a «strength» test which was clearly a test to see how susceptible I was to suggestion. If I had been weaker after the test that would have been proof I would also perceive benefit after his treatment… even if there was none. (i.e the treatment would’ve been a placebo.)
The doctor then told me he could NOT help me, but was happy to treat me saying (as he did his work) that I probably would feel no improvement.
When asked to explain the basis for one of the treatments he did (after telling me he could not help me) he gave a rambling explanation that started with «When the sperm fertilizes the egg…» The explanation went on like this for a few minutes. It was hard not to burst out laughing. It was complete gibberish. I held it together out of politeness to this charming old man. His «explanation» was SO ridiculous I would have thought he misheard me, but eventually he summarized, making it clear he WAS «answering» my question. I just listened politely, but found the visit so disturbing I needed to leave a review.
In fairness, I should state I am a chiropractic skeptic. As with acupuncture, I am sure the practice has benefit to some specific conditions. However, I have received HUGE benefits from acupuncture (with another problem, years ago.) I was hoping to get some benefit from chiropractic, as there are people on the web who swear by it to help with hiatal hernia. I found it to be a waste of time and money, at least with Dr. Hightower. My impression is he plays on his charm with gullible people and a significant part of his practice is about the placebo effect.

If you want one of the most brilliant-​straight– forward– chiropractic– minds-​on– earth to take great care of you, than Dr. Hightower is the man to see!
I am a chiropractor in the bay area and the work we do as chiros can be a hard and laborious in nature therefore needing chiropractic work on ourselves. I have been a patient of Dr. Hightower’s for over 8 years now and he has treated me for both symptomatic relief and general maintenance care during this time.
I have been treated pre and post his unfortunate stroke, but please believe me when I say, he has not changed one bit in his skills, and if anything, has just gotten better and more determined to make sure his patients are treated with the best possible care and most advanced equipment. Unlike myself, Dr. Hightower is not a rack em’ and crack ‘em kind of doc, he uses modern tools and gets you back in order without putting much stress to either yours or his body.
Not only has Dr. Hightower always treated me with the best possible care, but he has taught me more about the body and chiropractic than I could ever ask for in school. I have nothing but the highest regard for him and his ability. Anyone that is treated by him is a very lucky patient.

This business is run by an older couple who come off as nice, but we’re quick to share their real views shortly after I arrived. I’m white, so maybe they assumed I had the same beliefs, but I do not and I found their distaste for «foreigners» as they put it extremely offensive. Pease also be advised that the chiropractor Mr Hightower is a stroke victim and not really capable of keeping track of what he’s doing. He’s not currently capable of actually doing chiropractic work and I feel like he’s scamming people by continuing to attempt to operate the place. I can’t speak for how he may have been before, but I wasted my money. They took my hundred plus, offended me, and do no actual work to earn the right to do any of those.

Very awesome. I had pain for months, felt relief after the 1^st appointment, which came back after a few days. After the 2^nd appointment it never came back. The 3^rd weekly appointment was my last. It’s been several weeks since then. I loved coming to the office — spacious and light — and the people that work there and Dr. Hightower are delightful. I immediately felt at ease with Dr. Hightower, he seems very wise and has a great sense of humor. I was almost sorry my visits ended so soon! I really appreciated that there was no hard upsell, no trying to get me in there for months on end, and no requirement that I be x-​rayed. Fixed me up and sent me off. Reasonable prices too. What a gem!

Dr. Hightower is the most talented, generous chiropractor I have ever known. I certainly went to a half-​dozen chiropractors before him searching for relief.
Dr. Hightower performs miracles. If you have problems that seem to have no answers — do not walk — RUN — to Dr. Hightower. He still studies and teaches today and there is pure talent and magic in his knowledge and expertise to relieve your pain.

Dr Hightower is the best! I drive from San Francisco to Hayward to see him and it’s well worth the drive as just one or two sessions will usually fix my back whereas other chiropractors typically need six or seven sessions. When my back goes out it gets really bad as I have previously broken my sacrum and pelvis in several places. Dr H did not need to take expensive and unnecessary x rays before getting me on the table for the first time and quickly took away most of my (severe) pain in minutes. He is, by far, the best chiropractor I have seen — and I have seen quite a few over the years. I also appreciate that he respects how busy my schedule is and that I don’t live near his office and doesn’t nag me about coming in for «maintenance» visits — which I would do happily if I lived closer. He is respectful, attentive, efficient and really knows what he’s doing. A+ in every way!

Dr. Jerry Hightower is one of the BEST Chiropractors on the planet! He has a depth & knowledge of healing that only 43 years of practice can display! Definetely make an appointment so you can be taken care of by one of the best!

As chiropractor myself, I can say that Dr. Hightower is a chiropractic cultural treasure. His knowledge base goes back to studying with some of the pioneers of the profession and his thirst for new knowledge in the service of his patients continues with the constant refining of technique.
Not only has he helped me with complex issues from several sports and car accidents I have had, every time I see him I learn something new to help my own patients. I drive from San Rafael to Hayward at least once a month to see him.

A true healer and seasoned professional, Dr. Hightower has a way of not only making you feel welcome and comfortable, but also can quickly identify the source of your pain and determine a suitable, effective remedy. His nearly 50 years in Chiropractic resonates in every part of his good work. Also, on a personal note, I enjoy Dr. Hightower’s calming demeanor, which is enhanced by his natty attire (self-​tied bow ties and good shirts are a staple) and the way he elegantly carries himself in going about what he does so well.
His new office space is especially cheery, filled with warmth, good light, and good vibes. His wife Carol captains the front office, and is quite kind, humorous and welcoming. She also presents herself in a highly elegant form, and has a beautiful way with the nuances of the English language and it’s application to personal interactions with patients.
If quality, well-​applied Chiropractic and healing is what you seek, Dr. Hightower is your man. If you also enjoy an accompanying personal experience that feels like home cooking in a house filled with love, Hightower Chiropractic is your destination.

Superb, superb, superb.
A bright, pleasant, wonderful place full of kindness, healing and positivity. I feel better just being around them, and their ability to cure what ails me is unparalleled.
Dr. Hightower and Dr. Wolny will take your pain away and heal you. If they can’t, they will say so and send you somewhere that can.
Update: I just saw the single one-​star review for Dr. Hightower; all I can say is, read every other review. Several points in Megan N.‘s review ring false and /​or cruel:
1. If the Hightowers supposedly have a problem with «foreigners,» why is their waiting room always a multi-​culti smörgåsbord? (Also, I’ve met the family in the office: I am certain that at least one of the Hightower kids is in a long-​term relationship with a non-​Anglo. I’ve seen them interact, and there is nothing but love in that family. It’s an easy accusation to make: old white man = racist, but in this case it is pure malarkey of the highest order.)
2. Dr. Hightower is a Stroke Survivor — all of his long-​time patients know that he literally could not walk as of November, 2011. The fact that he is ambulatory at all is a miracle and a testament to the love and respect of those of his colleagues, former students and current patients who are themselves professional healers. I know for a fact that many of them went to his house to treat him personally, and get him back on his feet again. He is stronger every time I see him.
3. What kind of cruelty must lie at the core of Megan N.‘s being that she would attack a Stroke Survivor like this? He’s still successfully practicing at age 75+, he is an amazing healer steeped in ancient wisdom, he constantly seeks out and masters new techniques to better serve his patients, and they all adore him.
Conclusion: My best guess is that Megan N. was hired by a jealous competitor to skew Dr. H’s rating on Unilocal!,or that she is just mean inside. Possibly both. May she reap what she has sown.
Meanwhile, I’m heading in to see Dr. Hightower tomorrow, as he is the only person who can help me with my hiatal hernia.