Advanced Structural Therapy

While Michael may be an experienced therapist who may know how to fix your problems, because of his large ego, if he feels you are questioning his methods, he will drop you as a client even if you are in worse shape than when you started with him.\r \r My story: I have bad headaches due to compensation patterns resulting from a low neck issue. His plan was to break the compensation patterns and fix the underlying issue. In doing so, he warned, the headache symptoms may get worse before they get better. I told him I understood the short-term risks but wanted to get better in the long run so I was on board with getting treatment from him for the next couple of months. I also did express an interest in finding any way to relieve the symptoms as they got worse (since it directly affects my job). He seemed somewhat open to that and even agreed to hear what my previous therapist did for me that helped eased the symptoms. So, I got my both therapists on the phone to speak briefly. The next day, Michael called to say he no longer wanted me as a client, gave conflicting information as to whether his treatment was appropriate or not appropriate for me, and ultimately hung up on me mid-sentence. This came totally out of the blue because he seemed understanding of the catch-22 I was in of having to get worse before getting better. It would be one thing if he was a massage therapist just working on my symptoms, but since he getting at the root cause and exacerbating the symptoms in the meantime, it seems wrong and even unethical to stop someone in the midst of treatment for what I can only assume are egotistical reasons (an ego, mind you, worth more than the high price tag of seeing him each week)... or perhaps he truly had no clue what he was doing and needed to drop me as a client because he didn't know what he was doing. So, be warned. He may be knowledgeable, but could pull the plug on you at any time. Over the following few months, I reached out to him to see if he could at least recommend someone who does similar work (because I saw the promise in his treatment). This led to one unreturned email and one door being closed in my face, as I tried to speak to him in person. Clearly, this person does not truly care for the well-being of others. I realize this may sound exaggerated / made-up, but this is exactly what happened and why I am so angry. more

It might take a few sessions of near torturous pain (he claims that he can do less intense therapies as well), but he fixed my chronic shoulder injury, and I feel great. I return occasionally, viewing it as preventive maintenance. Pros: Michael will fix problems that noone else can Cons: painful more

As a former classically trained dancer I had incurred a few ""silent "" injuries that one day started yelling at me. After consulting specialists, physical therapy and bodyworkers that accepted my insurance plan it was obvious to me that I was being strung along until my hip and groin pain became a hip replacement. Pros: insightful diagnosis and pinpointed treatment more

I lived in pain before I began physical therapy with Michael Moschel. An injury to my left hip made the daily routine of walking not only painful but a source of anxiety and frustration. Pros: individualized care, quick results, level of professionalism more

Worked when all else failed more

I have been going to Michael for 5+ years and had prior experience with Rolfing and Structural Integration therapy. His knowledge, technique, and thoroughness are the best I have experienced. I have some chronic issues (very dense muscle tone, neck/upper-back problems due to bad posture/ergonomics) as well as a history of acute injuries that arise from sports/fitness (whiplash from soccer, knee problems from running, legs issues from cycling). Michael is able to address both types of issues. more

I am so grateful I found Michael. I have been a client of his for over 4 years now and have seen amazing results. I am a fashion model and I have to travel constantly for work. My back and shoulders were always in pain and I held years of tension there. Michael's work has completely transformed my body. I am pain free, my posture is healthy, and I am better able to handle daily stress. Michael actually releases stress stored in the body's tissues.....I have seen and felt the results personally and that is why I continue to go to him every two weeks ( I would go every week if I could)! Michael is also amazing for postpartum Moms. I recently had a baby and was becoming hunched over from breast feeding and carrying a newborn all day. He has helped me tremendously!!! I would highly recommend Michael for anyone looking to relieve pain, improve posture, and to maintain physical and emotional health. Pros: Truly gifted, kind, and intuitive! more

I am 71 years old and I have been treated by Michael Moschel for a variety of joint, muscular and other structural maladies. Today, I feel healthier and younger than I did when I first came to Michael in September of 2008. I was suffering from upper back pain on my initial visit to Michael. He was able to straighten my spine and alleviate the pain. I experienced severe pain in my right knee and had difficulty walking. Running was impossible. In just one session with Michael, who manipulated the knee joint, the pain was gone and, after the second treatment I was able to resume running and have been doing so ever since without any discomfort at all.However, even more remarkable than that has been the relief I got from stomach muscle spasms. I had seen a physician who prescribed muscle relaxant that made me drowsy and had little effect on my stomach. Michael used his hands to undo the spasms and, after only one visit to him they were completely gone and I felt fine. Even more remarkable has been his work in loosening scar tissue from a prostate operation. Ten (10) years ago I had surgery on an enlarged prostate. I had been retaining as much as 1,000 ccs of urine in my bladder after urinating and my kidneys were in danger. The operation was successful but, within a couple of years scar tissue grew and my urine retention began to increase. I have been seeing the urologist who did the operation every 6 months but when the urine retention started to worsen again I brought the problem to Michael?s attention. He began loosening the scar tissue with manual manipulation and now, before I see the urologist, I see Michael and, as a result of his work, the urine retention has returned to normal. I told the urologist about what Michael has been doing and the he has been very impressed. Michael?s work, my doctor believes, has saved me from another operation. more

I have always carried a tremendous amount of stress in my neck, shoulders, and back. I have been a professional model for 18 years and my posture became quite slouched from carrying around a heavy bag and also from standing in crazy positions for hours on end in 5 inch heels. It got to the point that I actually lost some inches in my height!! Not good for the job!! Michael Moschel has really changed my life. My body feels soooooo relieved. I feel lighter, taller, and stronger. I also feel that I have released a lot on a cellular level. I'm letting go of old fears and emotions that have been locked away in my cells for a lifetime. I feel clear, grounded, and more joy in my life. The work is truly amazing and Michael is an incredibly gifted body worker. He is super intuitive, kind, nurturing and informative. Oh and my posture is straight!! (I even gained 1 1/2"" back in my height!!!) Pros: BIG THUMBS UP!! :) Cons: 0 more

The first time Mike worked on me I was having trouble breathing, noticeably hunched over and was emotionally drained. After an hour and a half I was comfortably standing upright, breathing a lot easier while taking in a noticeably greater amount of air and my mood shifted in that I was dramatically less stressed and felt much more energized, like I was fully connected to myself again. Pros: Friendly, Nurturing, Knowledgeble, Respectful, Thorough, Patient, Comfortable, I could go on... Cons: I honestly can't think of any... more

I am so happy to have run into you and your practice.You are truly amazing ! I am extremely particular with whomever works on my body as I have developed strong standards over the past 40 years because at that more

When I first started going to michael moschel, my body was stiff and felt uncomfortable all the time. more

Thanks so much for helping me to not only greatly reduce my lower back pain but also for teaching me how to better look after my body in order to prevent any future injuries .I was very impressed with your knowledge of the human body and the ability to pinpoint the body part with the pains associated with a general area . Having seen so many practitioners here in Sydney without any results I was skeptical about coming to see you but after just 1 session I was totally convinced that you would be able to help me with my long - term problems. I have never had any body worker professional work on my body the way you did more

I am a massage therapist with 14 years of professional experience, so I am educated and discerning about the bodywork I choose to receive.I have received massage and bodywork from many therapist over the years and I have found Michael's work to be superior. more

I have been in three auto accidents within a six year period. The cumulative whiplash injuries have taken a toll on my body. A recent MRI showed I had degenerative disk changes,disk bulging and a pinched nerve. more

I was referred to see Michael by my husband, and at the time I was quite skeptical of what he could do for me. I am a registered nurse with 15 years of clinical experience in critical care where I care for patients double my size and totally dependent on my assistance. The years in nursing have been deadly to my neck, back and shoulders which eventually lead to chronic headaches. My clinical background has rendered me to believe that taking magic medicine will help relieve my aches and pains, but the medicine was just a bandaid that actually didn't help the problem. What helped me the most were Michael's hands and intuitive knowledge about body mechanics and structure. No longer was I skeptic when I actually felt better and the headaches went away. In my eyes Michael is a not only a massage therapist, but I consider him a gifted clinician who acurately pinpoints the problem and develops his therapy with a goal of caring for the problem and making you healthier as a whole person. His knowledge of body structure and movement is very impressive and would benefit any person with a physical ailment or just even the desire to be a healthier person. PVH Pros: Very warm and caring human being with a great eye! more

Michael Moschel has done bodywork on me for about two years. When I first saw Michael I was experiencing lower back pain. which I was feeling for over 6 months. He was able to address my original problems within just a few weeks. I originally found Michael because of all the modalities he incorporates into his work . Michael produces dramatic results in record time ! more

I sought michael moschel initially to solve a dibilitating shoulder overuse injury.Through his very effective deep tissue and myofascial approach the shoulder rapidly healed and remains healthy. I have remained a consistant client since the shoulder has been rehabilitated and have achieved a greatly improved degree of connective tissue health, increased range-of-motion and flexibility. I have also been able to reestablish more

I've suffered from chronic,often severe headaches for most of my life.I've tried different more

I am a self - employed mason . Last summer and Fall I developed a work - related pain in my right arm and elbow. A massage therapist who had worked on me previously recommended I go to Michael Moschel. In four 90 - minute sessions,Michael made the pain go away. Because of this success , I decided to do a "" ten Series "" with him, to see what other of my aches and pains he could clear up. more