Somatic Physical Therapy and Wellness

I was referred to Nick Long more than 2 years ago when I encountered a sciatica episode that required some dry needling to relieve the pain. I admit, I was skeptical of dry needling at first, even thinking to myself after that first session - "why am I so tender and does this really work..??" - but the very next day I felt tremendous relief. After a few more sessions my sciatica was gone. Fast forward to today, where my right rotator cuff needed some dry needling work, and I can already attest to immediate relief after the first session earlier today..!! All this said, I wholeheartedly endorse Nick Long for his dry needling skills and very careful application of his craft. Thank you Nick..!!

Dr. Nick is seriously knowledgeable. I came in for a shoulder issue which he assessed and treated very specifically. He was able to pin point the problem area after a history and testing and treat it with dry needling that day. I left with a noticeable change day one and a game plan. He also noticed a hip discrepancy I didn’t even tell him about and we’re going to treat that as well. Highly recommend!

I had been suffering from chronic shoulder pain ever since a traumatic accident, and it had reached a point where doctors were suggesting surgery as the only option. That's when I heard about Dr. Nick Long and decided to give it a try!

I can honestly say that Dr. Nick is nothing short of phenomenal. His bedside manner is truly exceptional. From the moment I walked into his practice, I felt at ease. He took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly explained his approach, and made sure I understood every step of the process.

What struck me most about Dr. Nick was his genuine care and passion for his work. He didn't just treat the symptoms; he delved deep into the root causes of my pain. Through a combination of his knowledge and expertise, I began to experience significant relief. Like 90% reduction in pain.

And the best part? No surgery was necessary! Thanks to Dr. Nick's dedicated efforts and holistic approach, I've been able to regain mobility and live a pain-free life. I can't recommend him enough; he's a true healer and an incredible person. If you're facing any physical challenges or chronic pain, Dr. Nick Long is the one to see—1000% recommended!

Dr. Nick is always my go to guy with any pain I feel in my body. Whether it be back, neck, shoulders, feet, legs - you name it, he can make you feel better.
I am a hairstylist and my traps have been extremely tight, I can already tell how much better I am going to feel at work tomorrow and I was only treated 5 hours ago. Thanks again for always helping me feel better and educating me on how to keep my body safe and nimble. You are the best!

I came to Dr Nick with a debilitating hip problem. He quickly diagnosed my issue and thoroughly explained everything from how to better walk with my crutch to providing a much more effective home exercise therapy routine. I started feeling better pretty much over night! Highly knowledgeable, friendly and professional!

Dr. Long is nothing short of AMAZING. I actually waited to review because I wanted to be able to speak to my experience both immediately after as well as how I’ve felt since my first session. First of all, you walk in and his clinic is beautiful and airy and open and inviting, truly such a gorgeous space that promotes healing in and of itself. Dr. Long was so incredibly patient and kind, as he listened to my physical complaints as well as what has caused me stress and discomfort in the past and presently.

He truly believes in the power of the mind body connection. I am so incredibly grateful to have stumbled upon him by a Google search because the immediate effects of my first session were an overall sense of wellbeing, and healing. His energy is so positive and amazing, we just vibed. It’s a great feeling to have with your doctor. His approach to making patients feel heard and supported and safe is unmatched.

The lasting effects of my first session have been unbelievable. My back responded exactly as he said it would, slight soreness the next day, and then it felt like someone had gone in and rebuilt my back. Overall, I feel stronger, more flexible, and more confident, like I can trust my back which I didn’t realize I hadn’t felt in years. I honestly feel like his methods are already life changing for me. I cannot wait to go back today!!! Highly recommend, book with him immediately!!!

Amazing care! Nick is extremely knowledgeable and has helped me resolve numerous injuries. I have become a regular, now I enjoy dry needling on a regular basis to keep my body healthy for my sport.

As Always, Nick was caring, a great listener, and teacher, too! The morning after my treatment my pain levels went from a 9 to a 2. I am grateful for his knowledgeable application of therapy to serve my own unique set of issues. I highly recommend him for anyone struggling with chronic or acute pain who prefers a holistic and safe approach to treatment.

I had complex, extensive shoulder surgery in Feb. 2021. After 8+ months of "traditional" physical therapy, I wasn't getting the mobility and functionality results I'd anticipated post-surgery. A friend recommended Nick and I decided to give him a try. His approach to movement/healing is unlike any I'd heard of, but it's working very well for me. In a month, I've made really good progress. I still have a way to go, but each week, I see gains and anticipate more positive results! Nick is hands-on and you are his only focus during your appointment. He patiently answers any, and all, of your questions and gives simple and logical explanations and examples. I highly recommend him particularly if you aren't getting what you need out of typical PT.

Dr Nick Long is great! He is very helpful and very informative to provide knowledge in resolving my concerns for a knee that wont' fully straighten. he works with you to drive results and is so very pleasant and personable! I appreciate all he does for me and my knee always seems to get better when I go to him! Thank you!

Highly recommend going to Dr. Nick Long!!! Went for my evaluation and he explained everything in terms that made sense to me & I confidently went into my first treatment with him. I did dry needling for my neck and shoulder pain areas and immediately felt relief. I signed up for 4 sessions with Dr. Long & cannot wait to continue treatment. He’s the best!!!

Dr. Long really cares about you and your body. He is patient, kind and thorough. Dr. Long took the time to listen and then explained my injury in terms easy to understand. The exercises he assigned were clear and significantly improved my condition. Overall, working with Dr. Long was a wonderful experience. I couldn't recommend Somatic Physical Therapy more.

Dr Nick was great! Talked me through everything and made me feel comfortable during the whole appointment. Was able to book and be treated same day. He gave me stretches to do at home and a plan to work towards getting my issue resolved. I’ll be back as needed!

Dr Nick is absolutely phenomenal. His down to earth demeanor and the real life examples he uses to explain how the body works and his treatments makes it very easy to understand him. His willingness to go above and beyond for his patients was evident in our first meeting. He got to the root of my issue that I've been having for over 10 years when I first gave birth to my daughter. I'm already feeling relief and will definitely be back for more. Thanks Dr Nick!

In a moment of desperation and sheer exhaustion from dealing with severe pain, I called Dr. Long. We had a video consultation that same day. The next day I walked into his office and after about 50 minutes, I left feeling fresh, free, and energized.
I've been suffering with lower back pain for a decade or more, living through the pain and trying to resolve imbalances through exercise and chiropractic care. But after hurting my back (again) and being immobilized for a few days, I threw in the towel and began searching for answers and professionals to help me. My search lead me to Dr. Long and Somatic Physical Therapy and Wellness.
Dr. Long has the best beside manner of any doctor I've ever met.
He is helpful.
He asks lots of questions and encourages you to ask questions.
He educates you about (literally) everything he's going to do.
He's polite.
He's knowledgeable.
He's skilled.
And...he's a miracle-worker.
Today is the day after my first treatment and I can't tell you how thankful I am for Dr. Long and his expertise.
I can (finally) move without pain! I haven't been able to do anything without pain in so long, I'd forgotten what being pain-free felt like!
My muscles feel fresh and energized, which is a strange, but not unpleasant sensation. My body actually feels safe within itself, uninhibited and confident in this new state of being.
I finally feel HOPE for a future without pain and lots of years dragging my four boys behind me for hikes, bike rides, concerts, and road trips, instead of trailing behind to rest and take pain pills.
A million thanks to Dr. Long. I appreciate you more than you'll ever realize.

I finally found someone who is as passionate about healing my injuries as I am! Nick has an incredible breadth of knowledge about the body and different healing modalities. Sessions with him feel equal parts therapeutic and nerding out about how things work. He listens, finds the source of my issues, and gets to work, finding the best way to treat it. I'm very happy to have found him!

I made a free appointment for a 15 minute examination the same evening that I lifted a heavy cooler and felt a sudden pain in my lower back.

I was able to be seen by Dr. Nick Long the very next morning and he was able to discern that my lower back pain was likely from a strained hip muscle. He started a trigger point massage and I decided to allow a 1 hour treatment right then.

Dr. Long suggested a TENS treatment and trigger point release massage on my lower back and hips. After, we did a 20 minute stretching lesson where he helped me to learn stretches that would specifically loosen up the tight, guarded muscle tissues. I could feel the tension and muscle spasms lessening as he helped me stretch and increase my range of motion. When he asked me to stand up from the floor at the end of the session, I was quite literally without words at how much better I felt. I had hobbled into his therapy studio and less than an hour later I was able to turn and bend at the waist with only minimal soreness.

Definitely better service and results than I could have expected, I am grateful I found Dr. Long.

Dr. Nick is AWESOME. He's so passionate about his practice and helping people feel better. He does a great job explaining everything, so you really understand what his approach is. After the very first session, I had immediate relief from chronic neck pain, and after five sessions, I've started to notice improvement in my overall mobility, posture, and decreased pain.

Dr. Nick is the best. I always feel relief after seeing him. He has helped me tremendously recover from a recent bicep surgery.

I called Nick in in search of someone in the Atlanta area who can dry needle. Over the phone Nick assured me he knew what he was doing and that "he's the man to see" I was somewhat skeptical. I was in the area from NYC for two weeks and needed some pain relief.

I went to two other physical therapy facilities in the area who couldn't dry needle for their life.

Dry needling is a very unique skill that takes practice, clinical experience and an understanding of muscle anatomy. There are therapists who, despite passing continuing education and being certified in dry needling, they don't know how to dry needle.

Nick is NOT one of those therapists. Nick is open to suggestions. He is rather humble, he doesn't let his ego or college degree get to his head. Hes very personable. At the same time if you want to stay quiet and let him do his thing he's all for it. Really is an all around honest therapist.

His knowledge of muscle anatomy is
His ability to palpate and identify the taut bands were very accurate. He needled the muscle with pretty much as little pain as possible. It hurts more to needle healthy muscle than it does to needle muscle knots.

The office was clean, it had a nice... Kind of like a nice refreshing tea smell. I couldn't figure it out. I never had a problem with parking. The bathrooms in that building were clean. Nice smelling soap. Nice pressure on the sink water. Clean toilets

I really would recommend Nick to anyone looking for pain relief.