As a life-long athlete, I am aware that getting injuries is part of the contract. Eight months ago I suffered a shoulder injury as a result of a five-hour martial arts test. What began as a dull, nagging ache, over time became a consistent, deep pain with tingling in my elbow and fingers. An MRI revealed shoulder impingement syndrome and tendonitis of the shoulder. After nearly three months of conventional therapy (anti-inflammatories, physical therapy, cortisone shots, and massage), I still had chronic pain in the shoulder and extreme muscle tightness in and around the shoulder blade.
When a friend suggested consulting Alice Billman and trying Hellerwork, I was initially skeptical because I wrongly assumed it was like traditional massage. However, after only one session with Alice, I noticed a remarkable improvement. During the session I was amazed that Alice was able to quickly locate problematic areas on and around my shoulder that had been completely overlooked by physicians, physical therapists, and massage therapists. I left the first session pain-free for the first time in months. In subsequent sessions with Alice, I have consistently had positive results, and learned how Hellerwork leads to long-term pain relief.
I have found Alice to be professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about healing. I plan to keep working with Alice to insure that my shoulder heals correctly, and to prevent potential future injuries.
-Marc D. Rich, Ph.D.
University Professor
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I have Cerebral Palsy, and for a long time my therapists had only been able to delay my continued deterioration as my muscles tightened up and my body became twisted. I had an invasive surgery that ended up having little effect, and I became resigned to ending up in a wheelchair when my joints gave out from the strain."
"Not any more! Alice Billman was able in one session to do more than other therapists did in months, and after a few sessions my back became almost entirely straight. Even better, Alice used a systemic view of how my muscles interacted to identify a major root of the problem which my other therapists had discounted."
Alice combines excellent technique with a strong physiological and kinesiological framework. Giving Alice (and Hellerwork) a try has changed my life!
-Oren Litwin
Norwalk, CA
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For the last four years I have had the benefit of regular treatments from Sherrel Grabler.
Sherrel’s innate sensitivity to her clients’ needs informs her skill in a variety of bodywork techniques.
She is carefully attentive and adeptly utilizes various modalities often during the same session.
Under her care, I’ve enjoyed greater mobility and comfort during a period of some challenging orthopedic problems.
I continue to benefit from bodywork sessions with Sherrel on a regular basis and enthusiastically recommend her to anyone seeking the treatments she offers.
-Marge Rudman
Long Beach, CA
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