I enjoy massages generally but oftentimes I don't really feel better afterwards. That's where she stands out. Linda's massages both feel great and provide me with some relief from chronic back pain. In fact, she's the only masseuse I've found who can really isolate the area where I have the most pain. I have to say that she has even exceeded the high expectations I had based on her reputation. I also appreciate her advice on managing back pain. - Rain M.
one of San Francisco's best kept secrets. She is not just a massage therapist--a visit to her is like going to a physical therapist and holistic healer as well. She knows human bodies SO well...she is able to quickly find the source of my pain and it's often in places that don't directly help and she's able to explain to me how/why and make it feel better. - Christine G.
I have an old shoulder injury and was instructed by my surgeon Dr. Akizuki to combine massage with my physical therapy. Since seeing Linda I have improved so much it is unbelievable. I am so glad she was referred to me and know that anyone in pain, or just likes to get a massage will improve by visiting Linda. Her prices are extremely reasonable and she has good music to listen to as well. - Kasi S.
I have seen many, many massage therapists over the years. But Linda Crane is simply the best I have ever been to, and is why I have been seeing her for 12 years. - David B.
Linda is incredible!! I've been going to her for years! I've had hundreds of massages throughout my life, around the world - she's the best of the best! Diligent, skilled and deeeeep tissue! If you are looking for someone to really work not only on but with your body, look no further! - Kathrin P.
Linda really is as good as it gets. Her knowledge and instincts are superb. All this and kindness to. Linda's a real healer. She has solved physical problems for me that the doctors and other physiotherapists could not. I really couldn't do without her. - Expat S.
Linda is a highly professional, intelligent, intuitive, and caring massage therapist. Hands down the best massage that I have ever received. It's beyond feeling good it's about healing. - David D.
Linda is such a treat. I went in feeling run down and left feeling peaceful and happy. I am so happy to have found her. - Kailo M.
She is one of the best massage therapists that I have ever worked with. And I have worked with probably over 20 massage therapists in my lifetime. She is not locked into one modality and she is not a clockwatcher. she really cares about your well-being and will employ any techniques necessary to get your knots out. She is so gifted that she will find areas that are causing you problems that you were not even aware of. Her pressure is generally very firm, so if you like deep tissue work, you would love her. There is nothing shi shi and hotel spa like about this place. It's a place to get a serious body work done. - Su K.
Where's the 6 star rating when you need it?! Linda is hands down the best massage therapist on the planet. I've seen her over the last few years when I've pulled a muscle, felt tense due to stress or simply felt like I needed a "tune-up." I've told her that she's ruined any other massage I've gotten, because they never and will never match up to her. I've recommended her to many friends and coworkers who have seen her, and we've given her the nickname of "Magic Hands." If you're looking for the best, go to Linda, and thank me later. - Courtney M.
Best massage therapist EVER! Linda can somehow sense where your pain is even before you tell her, and you always leave feeling like a new person. She also has a wonderful personality. - Rupa P.
Most incredible massage and only a block away from my office. I have been to many places in SF and this is my favorite yet! - Catherine J.
Linda is amazing!!! I would give 10 stars if I could! She cares a lot about the results. I tore 3 ligaments in my ankle playing soccer in April 2011. I had surgery, to no avail. 6 months later, I still couldn't run, 2 different surgeons suggested another surgery, with no guarantees. I did not want to do it again. I saw 2 Physical Therapy sites. The first gave up on my ankle, the second told me I would never find my range of motion again and that I should be happy to be walking without pain. I also saw a Chiropractor 4 times, nothing changed. While doctors, therapist and chiropractor focused only on the ankle, Linda is the only person who worked from my thigh to my toes, explaining that everything was connected. She mainly did a lot of work on my calves, and under my feet (so painful that I couldn't talk, but totally worth it). She also helped me change some of my diet habits. After about 8 torture sessions of an hour each, I am now able to run, jump, crouch down again! I'm back to where I was before my injury. I still can't believe it today, I've been playing soccer for 2 months without pain. - Pascal H.
Linda is a gifted healer. I can tell that she's intent on relaxing all those tense muscles and nerves - she customizes the massage and stops at the knotted parts and goes to town on them! No standard routine massage can really heal you - and she knows this. - Becca S.
Linda is a truly a gifted healer. I am a person that has gone to MANY places to get massages, and I have found that she is one of the best in San Francisco. Not only that, but it is her energy and spirit, that adds to the experience. I am always greeted by her warm calming eyes and smile. I have a lot of pain from holding stress in my body from various activities, in addition, from dancing. She is able to get all the tightness out and I walk out feeling like a different person. I always look so much forward to her massages. What I also appreciate about her, is that her prices are extremely affordable compared to most other massage therapists. She makes is accessible for the average working person. She does it out of the love of it, TO HEAL. – Helen S.
Linda is not only a great massager (is that the right word?!) but a fantastic person who takes healing the whole body very seriously. From her knowledge of the body to herbs, vitamins, and alternative remedies, I credit her with extending my pick-up basketball career. Prior to seeing her, I couldn't walk without pain. I would not hesitate to recommend her. – Jason L.
What I love about Linda is that she is caring and takes her job seriously. She really wants you to be balanced and pain-free. Her style is to treat massage as a true therapy. So, you don't go in and ask for a shiatsu, or a swedish. She asks you questions about what issues you've got, and then she tailors each massage to your needs from various styles of massage. – Catherine C.
I've been seeing Linda for years, recommended her to my closest friends, and realized I was long overdue in telling the rest of the world how great she is. Regardless of what I go in with (shoulder tension, back pain, knee pain ... I'm a desk jockey + athlete, the worst of both worlds) I feel better when I leave, and even better in the following days. Her technique is the perfect amount of firm, and she works on your whole body in a way that allows the injured part to relax. She's also warm, thoughtful, and just a delight to be around. 5 stars and 5 hugs. -Sally M.
So I first met Linda years ago when I was living in San Francisco. I left San Francisco in 2006, but every time I go back to visit (which sad to say has only been a few times since then), besides my old friends that I make an effort to see of course, I always try to make time for an appointment with Linda. When I first met her, I thought she was incredibly gifted and just had an intuition for exactly where I was tense and what I needed. I stopped shopping around for another masseuse. She has such a calming presence I always told her if I was ever in labor-- I would want her to be one of the people in the room with me (yeah kind of a weird jump-- but I guess it's just that she has such a good supportive energy). In the years since, every city I've lived in (New York, LA, honolulu), I've just been searching for someone that is as talented and wonderful as her. And sadly I have to admit-- I haven't found anyone! Anyhow, I was just thrilled to see she is still practicing during my most recent visit to the city. Besides getting a wonderful massage (migraine and shoulder knots all gone!)-- At this point, I feel like I am just seeing an old friend. Linda is truly one of those once in a lifetime people who is just a master at her craft. To me she also embodies the heart and spirit of old San Francisco-- when people stood up for what they believe in and do something because it's just the right thing to do. Thank you so much for existing! Now, if only you would move to Hawaii... :) - Midori Y
She is so excellent and takes the time to know my body. I've been seeing her for years and my life and health are better for it! I couldn't recommend her more highly! I so appreciate the two hour massages the best. It takes about a half hour to stop worrying about the massage being over--and then I can relax! Everything has always worked smoothly with registration, never any waiting. Only consideration is parking, but then again, it's downtown SF! She's a gem, a goddess and a best kept secret! - Lindsay H.
has the hands of a healing goddess. I realize that probably sounds over the top, but I can think of no better way to describe the transformation in my muscles and range of motion after a massage session with Linda. Since the start of my second trimester, I've been discovering the new found feelings of muscle pain in, well, my butt. The sciatic nerve to be more specific. A lively, shooting pain all down my left leg. In a word, Yowsa! The first couple of days were unbearable - walking and sleeping were a challenge - and I made a same-day emergency appointment with Linda. With her time and effort, my back and hip muscles felt brand new. Some soreness remained, as might be expected, but the shooting pain was gone, and I was able to walk and sleep comfortably. I made the decision to go every two weeks for the remainder of my pregnancy, and I couldn't be more grateful. – Rachel F.
