“I had been diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff and initially
went through the standard protocol of physical therapy. After 15 sessions I had
only modest relief from pain and still lacked range of motion. My physician
suggested Christina and to try Rolfing. Christina was very knowledgeable about
this type of injury and we agreed upon a regimen of 10 sessions to strengthen
my shoulder and improve my range of motion. Within weeks I experienced notable
improvement; the pain I had disappeared and I was able to resume my normal
activities. Each session provided unique benefits as Christina focused on
different muscle groups. By the sixth session (two months) I was able to do
many of my favorite activities without discomfort. Subsequently, we worked on
other structural alignment issues that affect my posture, my walking and all of
these efforts have provided me with significant improvements - from athletics
to sleep!”
-- D. Chapell (Contributed 11/12/12)
“Christina is an amazingly skilled and intuitive practitioner. Right away I knew that I had placed myself in the right hands (and elbows and fingers!). I had an extreme case of "bad back". I had sought out other practitioners, one of whom recommended her to me. Christina was finally able to release my back, and reestablished alignment. Now I am able to walk and move much more freely than before. Thank you, Christina!” -- K. Scarcelli (Contributed 12/20/11)
“I had a significant amount of discomfort and lack of range of
motion in my left shoulder due to frozen shoulder. I tried a number of physical
therapy treatments that only serve to stabilize the pain versus improving my
condition. Christina's steady and diligent treatment in Rolfing the root cause,
relieved my issues and helped me steadily regained comfort and greater range of
motion. This deep tissue work is the differentiator in feeling better and
getting back to a freer lifestyle with fewer limitations. The process is
painful but staying the course proved successful! Thank you Christina!”
-- R. MacDonald
(contributed 2011)
“After months of treating the symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction
with traditional physical therapy, I experienced almost immediate improvement
from working with Christina. Now my symptoms are almost all but gone after four
sessions of Rolfing and following home exercises provided to me by Christina.”
--
Dana (Contributed 12/4/11)
“I had poor posture and often severe headache and neck pain related to sitting all day in front of the computer/microscope. At least twice a week I would wake up in the middle of the night from that pain, requiring ibuprofen to be able to go back to sleep. Rolfing with Christina took care of it. I have been completely pain free for several months!" -- H. Blaszyk (Contributed 7/21/11)
“I used to suffer
from a severe
case of wrist and forearm tendonitis.
This problem was mostly from the mouse and keyboard
use at work. This problem really affected me a
lot as I had to give up two activities I really enjoyed
in life, lifting weights and kickboxing.
Finally someone suggested to me to try Rolfing as treatment for my tendonitis
and gave me Christina's name. Within a couple of sessions the pain and
stiffness was minimal. By my fourth treatment my flexibility came back. Now I
am back to lifting weights and kickboxing as I
used to, I just wished I would have learn about Rolfing sooner. THANKS
CHRISTINA!!!”
-- J. Conanat, Jr. (Contributed 6/28/11)
“I am a runner and a surfer and was having pain in my right hip. I
made an
appointment with Christina and she worked on my hip. I saw immediate results.
Prior to going to Christina I could reach just below my knees when
bending forward.
After one session with Christina, I could reach the ground again, when bending
forward. I have had approximately 6 visits
with Christina and I have experienced excellent
results. I am no longer wearing orthotics in my running shoes and I feel faster
and
lighter when running.”
-- K. Harper (Contributed 2011)
“My physician suggested I try Rolfing to alleviate my chronic back
pain and shoulder
impingement. After about four sessions my shoulder pain decreased tremendously.
I had previously tried physical therapy and a cortisone shot; the
results were
nominal. The next step would have been shoulder surgery. Fortunately, with
Rolfing, I have been able to avoid surgery, and I am able to work out again.” --
(Contributed 2011)
“Christina is a wonderful person and a wonderful therapist. She has worked magic on my body. I have scoliosis and years of tight muscles everywhere. After six sessions I have less pain and notice that my muscles are relaxing and moving to more normal alignment. Christina is so intuitive - she can tell what needs to be done and tailors her therapy to each individual's needs. I will be staying with Christina for as long as she is in practice." -- C. Brown (6/8/11)
“Christina's work is efficient, direct, physiologically in-line with optimal healing and had benefits in many areas. I had an injury that had declared itself needing treatment, but her work with Rolfing cleared up issues in stiffness and alignment that I didn't know were possible to correct. I was able to develop flexibility and strength in my legs and back that has remarkably improved my energy, mood and strength.” -- T. Holt , MD (Contributed 6/8/11)
“It started in the spring of 2010. My thumb, index and middle fingers on my right hand were going numb (classic pinched nerve). It was affecting my home, work and overall quality of life. Not good for a 45-year-old. During the summer, I tried the traditional path physical therapy. This helped in the short-term, however my symptoms returned in the fall. A friend with a hip issue had great results with Rolfing and suggested that I try. I did the typical web research and decided to give it try. It wasn't a quick fix, but Christina worked with me and after 4-5 sessions I started to see results. I had 12 sessions in a five-month span and was finally able to exercise again. I have better flexibility, and it has drastically improved my quality of life. It's hard to explain, but she works on improving you as a whole, working on my right side, lower back, left side and neck, instead of focusing on my problem area. As a friend did with me, I highly recommend Christina and Rolfing.” -- G. Mann (Contributed 3/25/11)
"Amazing results. This technique should be made more available by the medical community. I'm a believer and will continue to make appointments in the future." -- S. Richards (Contributed 1/9/11)
“I came to Wellness Therapies seeking reduction in symptoms of
chronic backache, general soreness, lethargy and emotional fatigue. From day to
day throughout the Rolfing process, the improvements have been generally too
subtle to notice. However, periodically and persistently I've had Eureka! moments,
such as when I first realized I'd become pain-free in ways I hadn't been for
years. Cumulatively, I've regained flexibility I lost more than a decade ago
(and believed was gone forever), have experienced an unprecedented freedom of
movement and sense of easy balance. As a result, I have new-found mental energy
and focus, more relaxed and balance moods, and a strong urge to pursue better
health. Wellness Therapies has exceeded my expectations, surpassing any results
I imagined possible in this lifetime."
-- J. Arsenault (Contributed
11/29/2010)
“I had pain in my right shoulder blade area and right arm. I did
physical therapy for six times. Physical therapy made it feel better for a
short time. Rolfing after the first session started feeling better and after
about the fourth time I felt great. Now I go once a month so I don't return to
the pain I once had. Christina is incredible. She is very knowledgeable of the
muscles, and how they need to be massaged.”
-- J. Chaput (10/15/10)
“Dear Christina,
I can never say thank you enough for all you have done for me! You got me back on my feet again, and up in the saddle! You have provided more than just one service, have you have given me back myself with much insight and advice along the way. You believed that I was fine and able to “get on with it" before I did! Thanks to you I am back to running, and have been able to ride horses all summer pain free! I have passed your name on more times than I can count and only hope that these people find their way to you too! “ -- K. Graham (Contributed 8/10/10)
“I was given Christina's name by a sports medicine doctor to help with shin splints that did not go away. I scheduled a Rolfing session with her. The pain was intense, but the feeling as she worked each muscle to its point of "release" was amazing. I have recommended her to many of my running friends as my shin splints are gone.” -- R. Harris (Contributed 4/19/10)
“For the past eight years I have had chronic back pain that has
not been helped by PT, acupuncture, massage therapy, MRIs, steroid injections, or
manipulation. Rolfing over the past eight months has improved mobility,
flexibility strength and pain reduction. I can't say enough good about my
progress."
-- W. Collins (Contributed 3/11/10)
“I suffered for 13 years with lower back (chronic) and hip pain as a result of driving a large sales territory. The Rolfer massage is the only thing that I have tried that provided almost complete relief of the chronic pain that I suffered from. -- (Contributed 12/16/09)
“By
being in better alignment, I function better with much less pain. In
addition, I understand how my body functions and can successfully be in
neutral spine. Also I feel that my scoliosis has improved.”
-- M. Simensky (Updated 12/19/09)
“After shoulder surgery, almost a year ago, I had a complication called ‘frozen shoulder syndrome’. I was in severe pain and could not move my arm up past my upper section. After 4 weeks of [Rolfing] treatment, I had improved [my] range of motion and significantly [experienced] less pain. After 8 weeks, I had improved exponentially! I truly believe that physical therapy would never have gotten me as far in terms of range of motion, flexibility, and decreased pain. [Christina] is extremely knowledgeable and skilled. She has an exceptionally caring personality as well as a wonderful sense of humor. She is a healer.... I would recommend anyone who wants to feel better physically and mentally to allow themselves to experience the healing hands of Christina McChristian. -- J. Raymond (Contributed 12/03/09)
"I was having lower back pain caused by a pinched nerve that was limiting my physical abilities; even my daily walking routine. I had tried physical therapy, chiropractic, and spinal decompression with little to no results. After 8-10 Rolfing sessions with Christina, I began to experience a drastic reduction in the lower back pain. I would highly recommend Rolfing as an alternative for reducing pain and discomfort if you experience lower back pain." -- D. Goulet (Contributed 9/29/09)
“My Doctor recommended that I try Rolfing since chiropractic wasn’t helping with my neck or back pain. Christina is great! She really knows how to free up areas that have been tight for years. After a session, I feel loose and relaxed. I would highly recommend CLM Wellness Therapies to anyone experiencing chronic pain. -- D. Kelley (Contributed 9/10/09)
“The
best referral I ever received was to Christina! I fell on my hip that
has arthritis and bone spurs. For 6 weeks I struggled just to walk and
sit down. I was miserable. A cortisone shot helped relieve the
intra-joint inflammation, but my gluteal hip muscles were stuck. After
my Rolfing sessions, I felt immediate relief. With ongoing sessions
(weekly) mobility and flexibility improved dramatically, I now do
maintenance once a month to keep things moving! It has been a
worthwhile journey. It is great to be pain free!
-- K. Bacher (Contributed 8/30/09)
“Excellent results if you stay with [Rolfing]. Christina [of CLM Wellness Therapies] has a terrific ability to discern relationships between movement and pathology. [Christina has] great hands [and is] very flexible in working with clients. I often refer my patients to her. -- W. Dexter, MD (Contributed 8/19/09)
“Christina
was recommended to me by Greg Knapton, [PT, ATC] of Riverview Physical
Therapy after I had seen him for extremely painful plantar fasciitis.
PT did not help relieve my symptoms, acupuncture did not help,
chiropractic adjustments along with Active Release Therapy (ART) did
not help either. I did have relief from the constant pain in my heel
after 3 rounds of painful cortisone shots directly into the site.
However, the overall tightness and disconnected feeling in my leg
persisted. The other doctors told me the only option I had left was
surgery to cut those tendons and fascia in my foot [that were] causing
the pain. As a runner, that news was devastating. That’s when I called
Christina, and I couldn’t be happier that I trusted my gut instinct
that was telling me NOT to let surgeons cut my foot! The pain in my
heel has almost completely disappeared, and my leg now feels like it is
once again part of my body. Every appointment has made me feel better
and better. I am once again running, knowing it is because Christina
knows what I was suffering from. She knew the best way to release my
body’s holding patterns through Rolfing.
-- K. Graham (Contributed 7/14/09)
"When I first contacted Christina I had extreme pain in my neck shoulder. I was at the point where I could barely move my head. She understood the urgency and thankfully scheduled an appointment that week. I had two surgeries on my shoulder and I thought I might have to have another. The first thing I noticed is that she truly cares and she is very thorough. While my first visit was painful I did have full range of motion at the end. I was somewhat amazed with the amount of pain I was in before. I did not think she could help, but she defiantly did. Christina is also very knowledgeable of natural supplements and what you should use as well as how it affects the body. She educates you while you go through the session as well. I went in thinking my neck and shoulder were the problem, but it went much farther than that. My entire body was out of wack - she would say "stuck". I was amazed at her knowledge and how she was able to fix issues I had been dealing with for years. Every week I felt more energetic and it seemed as though I had been weighted down for years. I actually felt lighter as if there was not as much gravity. In life we learn to live with things and we discount issues with our bodies as, well I am getting older. She has opened my eyes - there is a cause and there is a way to fix-it. I have a few more weeks to go, but I already feel 10 to 15 years younger. I have no pain, my head is clear and my energy level has never been this high. I would recommend Christina to anyone who wants to be pain and stress free. Christina thank you, you have no idea how much you have helped me and changed all aspects of my life." --J. Sherwood (Contributed 7/12/09)
“After going through physical therapy for a shoulder/back injury and not getting the results we were looking for, my doctor suggested I see Christina for some Rolfing sessions. I began to feel better after 2 visits and am still improving considerably after 6 weeks. She’s a real professional and extremely knowledgeable. She has helped me tremendously. I feel like she turned back the clock 10 years for my body. I Highly recommend her! ” -- L. Anastos (Contributed 7/12/09)
“Christina gets results. She has an uncanny sense how to correctly diagnose the root cause of various musculoskeletal problems and skillful hands to effect changes. For me it was rehabilitation from complications after knee surgery, and for my husband, nagging sacroiliac pain. We always receive relief whenever we turn to Christina. Advice to those who fear Rolfing: Christina invites us to guide the degree of intensity that suits our taste. ” -- E. McGillicuddy (Contributed 7/9/09)
“I’m so pleased that my back has greatly improved and that I have so much more flexibility in both shoulders. Everything was so painful before starting with Christina, and now I’m usually comfortable during the month. ” -- L. Scamman (Contributed 6/23/09)
“My
life was improved greatly with Wellness Therapies. I used to average
3-4 times a month at the chiropractor’s. Now I average 4-6 times a
year. When I developed a bad case of tendonitis in my elbow, I
immediately began therapy in the form of ultrasound, massage, and
steroid cream through a local Doctor’s office. After 6 months of 2-3
visits per week, my elbow had recovered to 70% at best. It was still
painful to give a firm handshake. So I took myself to... Wellness
Therapies for a Rolfing session dedicated to my tendonitis. In one
session the pain was gone. The next week we had a second and final
session on my elbow, and I have been 100% pain free since. That was 4
years ago. THANK YOU, CHRISTINA! ”
-- J. Pinette (Contributed 6/16/09)
“For
about 9 years I have had shoulder blade problems with my muscle. It
would tighten up a lot. [Then I] heard about Rolfing [and] had to go
check it out. I found Christina, and she had tremendously fixed my
shoulder blade problem, and I see her often for the stiffness from
working out.”
-- D. Chipman (Contributed 5/01/09)
“I was having intense lower back pain when I came for treatment. Due to the Rolfing treatments, my pain level has decreased dramatically. I would highly recommend it especially if you have gone through physical therapy and didn’t get relief you had hoped for. ” -- L. Bristol (Contributed 4/20/09)
“About once every 4 - 6 weeks I have a Rolfing session with Christina to work on my plantar fasciitis. The therapy works wonders to relieve the pain which allows me to lead an active life. It creates more flexibility as well. ” -- B. Bamford (Contributed 4/17/09)
“The
work’s intense and so are the results. Christina knows the body as she
works. You can feel that knowledge. Her goal is complete healing, and
she gives it everything she’s got, which for tensions and patterns that
have existed for years and years, that make a big difference. ”
-- M. Pottenger (Contributed 4/9/09)
“Rolfing
was an amazing discovery! ... It gets right to the source, relieving
nagging pains I had come to accept as normal. Christina [of CLM
Wellness Therapies] helped me understand that pain is symptomatic of
issues elsewhere in the body. ... Christina’s knowledge of anatomy and
her skill as a body worker uncover habitual patterns in the body.
[She]... has helped me recognize how to change those habits. I have
experienced huge relief and give Christina [of Wellness Therapies] my
highest recommendation.”
-- J. Micoleau (Contributed 4/04/09)
“A pulled groin is no fun. Rolfing seemed to be the only therapy that gave me some relief. All other treatments felt too superficial. With regular visits, I’m working thought the layers to reach the source of the injury.” -- C. Stringart (Contributed 3/10/09)
“Christina
McChristian’s Rolfing has provided improvements beyond my expectations.
I previously used traditional deep tissue massage, stretching,
theracane, etc., without success. I stopped running for 4 years to
improve IT band/knee pain. Only with Rolfing am I starting back
running. Originally I came to CLM Wellness Therapies for neck/shoulder
muscle pain and knee/IT pain and ended up finding a wealth of wellness
information and muscle improvements beyond my imagination and
expectations.
“In addition to Rolfing providing intense relief to
neck-shoulder pain, a rotator cuff issue was improved to the point
where bench presses and lat-pull downs are no longer problematic. Hand
numbness has improved to the point where waking at night is no longer
an issue. Some of the added value benefits I experienced included a
sense of calmness and a new emotional ‘brain-muscle’ connection and
understanding. As a physiologist, I understand ‘intellectual’
neuromuscular function and anatomy. Rolfing on a consistent basis has
brought me to a new ‘emotional’ understanding and awareness between my
brain and muscles. I hope that more people will try Rolfing and be able
to ‘bite the bullet’ through initial visits so they can experience the
improvements in muscle flexibility that I have experienced with
Christina McChristian.”
-- P. Fague (Contributed 2/15/09)
“Rolfing has made a big difference in my chronic pain condition and ability to participate in sports and other activities. I would highly recommend it to anyone with problems and pain arising from muscle, tendon, and ligament problems.” -- G. Dreher (Contributed 11/20/08)
“In
early June, I reached a point that no longer allowed me to exercise. I
had been jogging 4 miles, 3 times a week, on a treadmill. Calf and
ankle pain shortened many attempts to work out. ... Even a brisk walk
was causing me problems. The medical and chiropractic disciplines did
what they could for me, but my problems persisted. Christina [of CLM
Wellness Therapies] was confident she would be able to help me. She was
very knowledgeable and professional. I was amazed at her ability to
Rolf! ... With Christina’s encouragement, I set a goal to do something
I’d never done in my life: to jog 4 miles nonstop through my hometown.
On October 25, I turned 52 years old, and I did it! ... No leg pain and
endurance was not an issue. ... This has been a great accomplishment
for me, and I believe it would not have happened without Christina’s
help.”
-- P. Caporino (Contributed 10/30/08)
“As
a physician, I have frequently referred my patients to Christina [of
CLM Wellness Therapies] for difficult muscular and joint problems. She
has been successful in improving their pain and function.”
-- M. Bouchard, MD
“Rolfing has made a big difference in my chronic pain condition and ability to participate in sports and other activities. I would highly recommend it to anyone with problems and pain arising from muscle, tendon, and ligament problems.” -- G. Dreher
“Rolfing is exactly what my body needs! It is a deep and intense therapeutic modality geared to reduce or eliminate chronic muscle and joint pain. It is the only treatment I have found to date to work... I see Rolfing being part of my healthcare plan for as long as I live!” -- M. Makay
“Without
the regular therapy sessions that I have received..., I would not be
able to enjoy my professional life or my personal activities. Christina
has allowed me to be a happier and productive person....”
-- G. Howard, DMD
“My
husband and my mother became clients after witnessing the positive
results I experienced, and I send people to [CLM Wellness Therapies]
often. Ask around town if someone knows about Rolfing [at CLM Wellness
Therapies]... 9 out of 10 times they’ll say it’s all thanks to
Christina!”
-- J. Micoleau
“Christina’s program has really helped me with eradicating long term build up of muscle tightness, stiffness, inflexibility, etc. It has made a huge difference to my health.” -- D. Miley
“Christina is a very sensitive practitioner and knows just what to do to help. I come to her in pain and leave feeling lighter and better!” -- Stephanie
“Christina is very capable and incredibly strong! She has a deep understanding of the body as well as an intuitive gift that enables her to tailor her treatment to each individual.” -- S. Trice
“When I first saw Christina... I was way overweight and.... in constant pain, back, hips, legs, and shoulders. Six months later, I’m back at the gym. I’ve lost 60 pounds. I’m pain-free and more flexible than I have been in 20 years! She pointed me in the right direction on my diet. I’m also off of [medication] which I needed for acid reflux. Seeing Christina was the best thing I ever did!” -- B. Napolitano
“Christina’s knowledge of anatomy and structural integration, combined with her highly intuitive nature, makes her the absolute best partner in health one could ever dream of!” -- D. Marinopoulos
“Christina has given me a new body! And the new one is a million times better than the old one. I now move through the world with total ease and freedom.” -- I. Stanley
“I came to see Christina as a result of a recommendation and glowing evaluation from a highly respected physical therapist/athletic trainer who was becoming increasingly familiar with the several somatic snivels of my aging body. Knowing that I am health conscious and want to be active even now in my older years, he recommended Christina as a body worker who could make the significant changes in my structure that he saw as necessary if I am to remain active without frequent injuries.
“Although I’d had previous experience with Rolfing, I hadn’t considered doing more. What I found both delighted and hurt. I was delighted to find Christina is a gifted somatic worker, that she follows the needs of my body instead of schooled ideology, and that she is sincerely and enthusiastically desirous of helping. I’m relieved and grateful to report that my body has responded quickly and well, that I’m more comfortably at home in my more balanced body and that I’m playing lots of tennis without injury. In addition, Christina has taught me to care for myself, rather than becoming indefinitely dependent on her. ” -- R. Lynch
“Good stuff! I only wish insurance companies would cover alternatives to better health care. ”
-- P. Hawkes
