Davede Varner - Clinical Massage Therapy

After suffering for over six months of pain to my knee, I am now on my way to recovery after discovering Davede Varner at BodySource. I had previously seeked treatment elsewhere for my knee prior to going to Davade with no results. After my first visit I knew that I had made the right choice. I have to admit that I am not one that knows how to rest when I am suffering from an injury. So, I am not your ordinary patient. The damage I had done to my knee was substantial. Now, I not only have less pain, but the mobility in my leg is so much greater than on my initial visit. I actually really feel like I am on my way to a full recovery. I only wish that I had discovered Davede when I first injured my knee. Davede pays attention to everything that you tell him and makes note of what you say. He gives you his 100% undivided attention and you never feel like you are being rushed or he is not really listening. A plan of treatment is always discussed with you. He explains everything to you before he starts your treatment and afterwards as well. He concentrates on finding the source of your problem and not so much on where it stems from. I am never left with doubts about what he is doing or whether or not it is going to help me. I haven't experienced anything but good results after my treatments. I look forward to my treatments because I know that I will leave feeling confident that I am on my way to a full recovery. If you are seeking results from an excellent clinical and structural massage therapist, I highly recommend Davede Varner. Pros: The atmosphere is excellent. It makes you feel like you are somewhere exclusive. There is ample parking and there is never a problem with parking. more

I have had seven years of neck pain and headaches, numerous MRIs, CT scans, neurologists, neuro-surgeons, pain management, spinal injections, 3 chiropractors six weeks at each, two massage therapists, and even acupuncture. The massages all consisted of an oil rubdown, music, candles, and hot rocks? No diagnosis yet. I was even told I may just be one of 5% of people with chronic pain that I will have to live with. Now while waiting for results of the latest series of tests and scans my wife purchased ?The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook? and she became fairly educated on trigger points, their causes and different therapies available to relieve pain. While on a trip in Dallas, I went for a ? hour trigger point massage session. It was relaxing but it did not change my condition. When I got back home, she had found no one in Columbia, SC offfering any such therapy and through an internet search she found Davede Varner in Charlotte. I called and spoke to Davede and realized instantly that he knew what he was talking about and what he was doing, so we set up an appointment. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! This is not for the weak at heart; this is a DEEP tissue, trigger point, full muscle work over. This is not a RUB DOWN. Davede knows every muscle in the body, where it attaches, the different places a muscle refers pain to and how to relieve the stress of trigger points. After three sessions with Davede we have not solved my neck problems, but we have released the years of built up stress in my back, chest, arms and we are making advances with every session. Davede thoroughly know his business and genuinely cares about his clients. I travel 204 miles for each session. With the price of gas that says enough for the belief and trust I have in this man. If you have muscle aches and pains from bad posture or stress you owe it to body to call Davede, you will know right away how competent, experienced, and caring Davede is. I will never have a ?fluffy? massage again. more

I've worked with numerous clinical, massage, sports-specific therapists over 25 years of a competitive athletic and recreational active lifestyle. Pros: Attention to detail with the environment - parking available - answers calls more

Had my 1st session with Davede today.. he is AMAZING! I've struggled with chronic back pain and bad posture for years now, Davede is the 1st person to EVER figure out how to release some of the tension and tightness in my neck and shoulders. If you're looking for a deep tissue massage and not the Spa type easy going massage, I HIGHLY recommend Davede Pros: Knew exactly what I needed more

Davede has a unique approach and treats the source of the pain as well as where it hurts. He has helped me tremendously with chronic shoulder pain that I have had for almost 10 years. I am so much better after each session and I am almost totally back to normal! Thank you , Davede, you are fabuolous! more

This is to affirm that Davede Varner is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for about the best neuromuscular/clinical massage therapy around. This type of therapy is a ""tune-up"" for your sore, aching, tired, muscles! Pros: Clinical Massage expertise second to none. more

?Awesome? is the best word to describe Davede Varner. He is a true professional, extremely knowledgeable and invaluable to his craft. I have been a client for over 3 years, and if he offered a lifetime membership, I would definitely sign up. I suffer from recurring shoulder and back pain, and Davede goes above and beyond the call of duty to ensure relief from my discomfort. Before each session, Davede performs a comprehensive review of prior sessions and what is to be addressed at the current one. He makes certain to ask questions to get my feedback on areas of concerns. Then after each therapy session, he provides various suggestions to help me maintain in between visits. Davede gets 2 thumbs up! Pros: Professional, Knowledgeable, Customer Service oriented more

I was having reoccuring sciatica (back pain) after having surgery 6 months prior. The pain was getting so bad I couldn't ride very long in the car and just sitting down for dinner was challenging. A friend told me about how effective Davede's treatments can be for this and I gave him a try. Pros: highly quialified, very professional more

I am a physician and do a lot of procedures with my neck bent forward. This causes a lot of stress on my neck and shoulders and I have developed knots in these areas. Unfortunately, some of these knots are trigger points for migraines. Davede has helped to break down the knots, eliminating some of my trigger points. His work has been tremendous and I recommend him highly. more

I have been very pleased with his abilities to heal my injured and stressed muscles. more

Davede does a wonderful job and is not your ""average"" massage therapist. I was struggling with headaches and general neck/head/back pain. Davede has been very good at pinpointing the exact root cause of my issues and targeting treatment to resolve the pain. He fixes the problem versus looking for temporary short-term relief. Davede also has an impressive music collection that is always sure to please. Highly recommended! Pros: prompt service, good treatment, addresses the root cause of pain. more

I have been an athlete all my life and would most recently consider myself a runner and triathlete. I have dealt with injuries and muscle pain and like most, have tried to always push through it, but sometimes that is not possible. I have seen numerous massage therapists and Davede is by far the best I have ever seen. He made it possible for me to run my first marathon last year. My IT bands would never had held up without him! I also suffer from chronic migraines due to muscle tension which is triggered by all the exercise I do. It is much more efficient to have Davede work on the source of the pain and relax the muscles rather than put a bandaid on it and take a pill everytime a migraine comes on. Davede does area specific massages which, as previously mentioned, allows him to spend adequate time on the source of the pain and try to eliminate it so you can get to the point where you come see him for maintenance purposes. It is so great to know you have someone to count on who will allow you to continue doing the things you enjoy doing. I have and will continue to recommend him to everyone! more

I have experienced back pain for over 20 years and have seen many different specialists and therapists, including massage therapists. Any pain relief I experienced only lasted a few days and came right back, so I had given up for awhile, letting pain overshadow every aspect of my life. After I had a baby things got worse and when it became unbearable, I sought help. I'm so lucky to have found Davede- he was professional, very knowledgable, and was sincere in his desire to help me. He took the time to analyze and treat the cause of my pain, not just the symptoms like the others had done. After only one visit I felt alot better and after 3 visits I was able to go 6 weeks completely pain free- something I could never have imagined before. I am still seeing Davede on an ""as needed"" basis and highly recommend him to everyone. Pros: Results-oriented, Sincere, Professional, Effective Pain Relief more

Over the past three years, I had three major surgeries (one spinal and two hip). For over a decade, I've used massage therapy as integral component of the pain management process. During that time, I've used dozens of massage therapists. For me, Davede is the standard by which all others are judged. more

I went to Davede after my fiance recommended him. I had never been to a massage therapist before. I spoke with Davede over the phone and told him about my pain. He worked me in that day. I had a pain in my shoulder that ran up into my neck to the point I couldn't even turn my head. After being in his office for not more than 10 mins the pain went from a 10 to a 1. By the time he was finished I was 99% better. I was tot he point of going to the doctor for pain meds but chose to give him a try. Much better results and much safer on my body. I would highly suggest you give him a try !!!!!!!!! Pros: everything was outstanding more

Over the past year I had developed a lower right arm tendonitis that just wouldn't quit! Probably exacerbated by a full day of computer tapping. GP doctors could only prescribe rest and Ibuprofen. Davede eased the pain after the first visit! It's taken a while, but the pain is subsiding now and I can see it being completely gone soon. I was skeptical at first, but now I would definitely recommend trying this treatment. Pros: Completely individualized treatment Cons: Some pain; great gains more

Davede is a great massage therapist specializing in neuromuscular treatments. I am an athletic mom of 4 young kids, and he has helped me through MANY muscular injuries incurred by the jogging stroller, lifting weights (and babies), etc. Any person (and Orthopedists)searching for pain relief from headaches, muscular tension, and more should try Davede. Sincerely, Michelle more

Davede is not only very customer oriented but is extremely knowlegable about the body and the individual muscles that are affected by work stress, physical stress and poor posture. He works toward the goal of fixing your individual needs. Mine happens to be aggrevated by sitting at a computer all day which strains my neck and back and creates posture stress after a long day. I would recommend him to anyone and have repeatedly. I haven't been in a couple weeks due to work and other activities and I can really feel the difference. Pros: relaxed atmosphere more

I have to say that Davede is the only person I will go to for local massage. When my shoulders, neck and back get tight, I will call because I know it's the only thing that will relieve the pain that I am experiencing. He is very professional and the best at what he does. This is a hard trait to find I might add. He has had extensive training, and knows exactly what to do. I have no problem driving the 30 minutes that it takes me to get to East Blvd. because I know that I will get relief. Thanks Davede! more

One day after a visit to Davede and I already feel better. It's not instant healing. It takes time. But I already see a difference. I suffer from foot pain and that plantar stuff. After foot surgery and orthotics and many doctors, I met someone that could actually show me results after the very first visit. Thanks so much, Davede! Pros: Non-invasive health care. Cons: Nothing to lose. more