I had tried so many other approaches to my neck pain that started last September. The neck pain was intense and despite the other treatments (massage, traction, accupuncture, chiropractor, etc.) - nothing was working. Out of desperation I looked at Yelp one night and saw Ed's page and then his Instagram. I had 2 sessions in Jan with Ed. I felt immediate relief after the first and after about a week or two I went back to Ed for a followup... felt even more relief after the 2nd visit. I waited to write this review as I wanted to see how long the treatments would hold up - and very happy to say that the treatments held up, and that alongside work i've been doing (gym, stretching, etc) - it has kept the pain away and my neck is regaining the flexibility it once had. That would not have been possible without Ed's treatment. Thank you Ed!!! read more

Ed was great! Knowledgeable and friendly. His website is easy to use and communication was clear. I felt prepared for my appointment. The treatment space is welcoming, simple & clean, and surrounded by a sweet little garden. Ed was a master of the body's internal communication. He used a series of techniques to test my muscle strength/tension and quickly and easily awakened and relaxed multiple muscles. Although I went in complaining of heel pain, he saw the tension in my shoulders, hips and knees and addressed them all. My heel pain significantly reduced after just one session allowing me to walk out after limping in. I can't wait for more! read more

I had a somewhat confusing first appointment with Ed because nowhere in the appointment confirmation were there instructions about how to reach him on the appointment day. You have to text him on arrival so he can open the gate leading to the building he practices in. The first time I visited Ed he mostly did P-DTR with me and a tiny bit of manual therapy. I felt considerably better for a few days. I went back , gave him my feedback about what I felt in my body since then, and he promised me I'd feel better for even longer. He only did P-DTR on me. The improvements I felt didn't even last the day. Between that and some deeper research I did into the nature of P-DTR, I decided it's not worth another try. read more

I went to Ed today and literally could barely walk due to debilitating sciatic nerve pain. He knew exactly what to do and didn't waste any time in helping me feel better. He was able to lessen my pain and increase my mobility significantly! This is amazing because I have been in excruciating pain for weeks. Although I don't really understand the science behind what he does, what I do know beyond a shadow of a doubt, is that his methods work! I walked out of my session upright without whimpering in pain and agony. Thanks Ed, I'll be back! read more

Ed is a magician! My son had chronic back and arm pain, Ed did his magic adjustments Ed did not try to sell us multiple visits, just advised my son to workout and strengthen his core to ensure the pain did not return Very profoundly professional healer! read more

Super nice dude. Went to him for some work and will be going back In The future. I'm not sure if the work helped but I'll be back again

This is an updated review . I've been to Ed about 5 times now and every time , I feel so much better . Lately it's been my hip and my back that get so tight , and he just knows how to help me. About 5 years ago now I've had a disc slip and hip issues but literally every time I see Ed I feel so much better and he also tells me what I can do at home tap I can continue strengthening my body . Thanks Ed. read more

Had a fantastic session with Ed. He is very knowledgeable and great at what he does. I felt very comfortable and will be back for sure. Highly recommend! read more

Wow!! Our body worker retired and we were hurting until we found ED!!!! Amazing ! Life changing! Ed has the experience, fun to work with and what we needed to keep us moving forward in our lives !! Bringing my Grandkids (21 n 17) to see him soon!! Take advantage of this highly skilled professional and book an appointment!! Your body will thank you!! read more

Ed....a healer, a magician, a beautiful caregiver and person!! I've been coming to Ed for 6 years, and have never left not feeling better or hopeful. Last Thursday....out of the blue...I had the most excruciating pain (disc/nerve issue) and had difficulty standing up..walking, etc. He cleared his schedule and did everything in his power to fix me. Yesterday...3 days later...I went in for a followup. Even he was amazed at how I looked walking towards him. Yes, Ed Rockowitz, once again your magical healing skills prevailed and I...as always....am beyond grateful!! read more

Honestly I didn't think anything would ever help my neck pain. I've been to physical therapists, chiropractors, and massage therapists over the years and nothing ever changed. I had given up, thinking I would just always live with neck pain. But I left my appointment feeling like I was walking on air. For the first time in about 10 years I can turn my neck without pain and I don't feel like there's a vice grip on my shoulders. I'm still a little shocked that I can fully turn my head to both sides without it hurting after just one appointment. read more

If you're looking for a professional and someone to mitigate the problem you're currently having then this is your guy. You can tell right away Ed is educated in his field and he wastes no time identifying the root of your issue. Not only is he working to relieve the issue he verbally is educating you on what he's doing and why. Location is tucked in a fantastic setting with a garden and plenty of natural light to make you feel relaxed. If you're lucky he might even offer you have one of his tasty cherry tomatoes. Rest assured your time will not be wasted here. read more

I tripped and fell down a couple of stairs 3 weeks ago, fell hard on a stone landing, and tore a ligament in my left shoulder and bruised a couple ribs. Since then, my left arm has been functional, but hurting and with limited mobility, and the pain has been interrupting my sleep. Ed worked on it this morning and already by this afternoon it's feeling much better, as is the rest of my body, which was developing various pains and areas of tightness as a result of the injury. I bought a 5-pack of sessions to make sure to keep the healing going by staying in proper alignment! I do handyman work for a living, so I need to be in as good shape physically as possible. Ed is easy and fun to work with, and has a great office setting in a studio in his backyard; quiet, private, natural. I'm looking forward to my next visit! read more

Ed is amazing! I came to see him because I had a muscle spasm in my shoulder/neck area and I could barely turn my neck without extreme pain. Instantly after walking in Ed pointed out that he saw how uncomfortable and painful my shoulder looked. After a 40 minute session Ed was able to massage and work his magic to make me be able to completely turn my head both ways without any pain. I really appreciated that he explained a lot of what he was doing and he let me know that he wasn't massaging extremely hard because my neck was really swollen. By the end of the day, I was able to feel barely any pain in my neck and shoulder and was able to go to a music festival and dance all night. I've been going to my chiropractor for the same issue and never gotten the same results that I did with one session with Ed. He was super friendly & super professional. I will definitely be coming back to him & make him part of my regular self-care routine. read more

I had terrible lower back and hip pain that didn't go away after a few weeks of stretching and general PT. Luckily I found Ed through Yelp and after 2 appointments, my pain was relieved. That was several months ago and I'm still doing well. I've recommended Ed to anyone within earshot who mentions having muscle pain and I wouldn't hesitate to go again if someone else came up for me. read more

Had a really bad left hip issue surface and it wasn't getting any better. I found Ed and made an appointment to see him. He was very accommodating at the urgency of seeing him. He knew something was off just by the way I walked into his studio. He worked on me to assess my needs than instructed to maneuver my body on his work table as he moved my legs and arms a unique way. In the end I felt much more mobile than when I walked in. A couple of weeks later incorporating more walking I felt much better and back to normal. read more

I was having some major issues with my lower back for a long time. After 1 45 min treatment with Ed, he literally fixed my lower back pain. He is an amazing guy that knows what he is doing and is diligent in finding the problem even if it's not super apparent at first sight. I would highly recommend you give him a try and let him work his magic. read more

I came to my first appointment with Ed with persistent neck pain that had plagued me for over a year, making it difficult to turn my head to the left, and a post-surgical foot that had been stiff and not functioning properly for two years. After the session, I left pain-free with a neck that moved freely and a foot that worked much more like it did in my youth. I'm not sure how he achieved such quick improvements, but the results speak for themselves! I am believer! read more

Ed was able to assess and improve my shoulder, neck, and back tightness and pain that I've had for 10 years. The results are amazing. I have already booked my follow up appointment. read more

Incredible! I was having to see a chiropractor every month for over a year for chronic pain around neck and shoulders, and before that a different chiro every few months for many years, in addition to regular deep tissue massages. I only had THREE appointments with Ed, and it has now been over 7 MONTHS without needing any bodywork at all from anyone. No chiropractors and no massages, and still feeling great! I came in with multiple issues involving neck, shoulders, arms/wrists on both sides, an old shoulder injury, and some weird tingling nerve issue in one hand that started a couple weeks prior to my first appointment. Ed is super skilled at testing your muscles/nerves and assessing what is going on. He is a skilled detective! Walking out of the 2nd appointment my nerve issue was 90% better. He also advised specific exercises I could do at home to help, and they worked wonderfully. read more

Ed is a very skilled practitioner who is always educating himself. He worked with the pro football team the Raiders before they moved. I can see why they chose him! read more

Recently, I found Ed and I am so grateful. For about a year, I have been having significant upper back, neck and hip pain. Just surviving a 12 hr. work shift became increasingly more difficult. After doing some research and contemplating a doctor's appointment, I found the reviews of Ed online. I feel incredibly better and look forward to working with Ed for further continued pain free movement ! read more

I would give him 10 stars if I could. Fantastic work. He was able to locate the location which was generating the pain. He explain his movements and what should or should not happen. I will be going back again. read more

I have seen so many providers for my calcaneal spur and plantar fasciitis. I'm desperate to find ways to get better. I have been researching on ART and Ed had the highest and most impressive reviews hence I made appointment. So glad I did! Ed is very THOROUGH in his assessment. He checked on motor strength, range of motion. and reflexes. Ed explained his findings and gave recommendations on how to strengthen my lower extremities. He did massage and performed ART on the area where I was having pain. After 1 session, I noticed that I could walk further without pain hence I'm going back again. Thank you Ed! read more

Amazing work! I was approached by Ed in my gym and he explained what he does and his history. I met with him on a Friday and the first thing he asked what what are some issues I noticed. I explained I had anterior pelvic tilt, which I can tell effected how I walked and also that I had left writ at issssues. We got on a scale and realized majority of my weight was on my left when I thought it was my right. He did his bulletproof work and realized my right leg was shorter than my left leg. He did his magic, along with some other tests to make sure my glutes, hamstrings, and hip flexors were engaged. After some tests we completed the required work and did some tests to make sure it wouldn't happen again. After the session, I felt taller, I can tell my legs were more even by how smooth I walked and my wrist stopped hurting. (That I was dealing with for 2 weeks hoping it'll heal). I highly recommend Ed for your body work and even for sustaining good health. If you're into sports or bodybuilding, let Ed be your man. Thank you read more

Long time RN who once again has found "alternative" care that works magic. I have utilized Rolfing in the past for a low back injury & this is my first time utilizing these modalities. I developed an overuse injury in my upper extremities with a little too much yoga & swimming. He worked wonders in just one treatment. Why aren't these techniques standard practice in our medical offices?! Before you give up hope, try Ed, he works magic! read more

I do dance and rock climbing so I get injures kind of a lot. I've gone to Ed twice: once for my back and once for my knee. Both times I left in way less pain, with some exercises to do to keep it from coming back. So great to work with somebody patient and knowledgeable who really wants to get me back to doing the things I love. Highly recommend! read more

My teenage son was injured while playing soccer, no stretching exercises or icing/heat combination seemed to help, I was out of ideas. But my husband reminded me of Ed, someone I saw many years ago for a neck injury. Ed helped me a lot at the time, so we gave him a call. I was over an hour drive away but was willing to try for my son. Ed is so knowledgeable at his craft, since I saw him he has gotten into more modalities of body work. He did things that day I had never seen before, he explained what he was doing as "resetting the nervous system". He called it Neurobodywork. Whatever he did, he fixed a repetitive injury that hasn't healed in months in less than an hour. My son played in his basketball championship game that afternoon! It's been a few weeks now and my son says the pain is almost unnoticeable now. I'm grateful for Ed and will keep coming back. Thank you thank you! read more

I am writing this review on behalf of my husband who has had extensive long term issues/pain that resulted from getting hit by a car on his bicycle in 2014. After working with many chiropractors and massage therapists he went on the search for another practitioner for a new perspective. After a few sessions he is finding that Ed's knowledge and expertise in ART (Active Release Technique), among other modalities, is providing relief. Ed is a very professional and approachable practitioner. His studio is warm and welcoming. My husband looks forward to continuing his sessions with Ed to help live as pain free as possible. He would recommend Ed to anyone who is seeking relief from pain. read more

I've been receiving massage therapy for decades. During my travels, I have been fortunate to experience many different types of massage therapy in many different countries. I've learned some massages are better than others. Of all my massage experiences, I believe my recent therapy with Ed to be the very best. My session with him was unlike any other therapy I've received. He was direct and to the point. He quickly found my tension areas and opened and released the pain. He was friendly and personable. It's been 10 days since my session with Ed, and my body still feels pain free. I was referred to Ed by a lifelong friend who also had a similar experience. We are both grateful for his healing abilities. If there is someone else out there who has the same therapeutic abilities and experience as Ed, I sure would like to know who they are. I live in Long Beach, California, and I will make it a practice to receive therapy from Ed. It's worth the effort. He's the real deal. read more

Ed helped me get the root cause of a chronic knee problem diagnosed as patellofemoral pain syndrome. I suffered with nagging pain for more than 10 years , maybe more.. I, myself as a physical therapist did all the right exercises and got it "good enough" to still be able to run and be active knowing I was still wearing out the cartilage behind my knee cap. With the P-DTR treatment Ed provided address issues in distal and proximal areas (ankles, hips, lower back), I feel I can actually progress in my strengthening program and continue to be active without wearing out my joints. read more

Ed is amazing! I'm an active rock climber and swing dancer, so I get injured often. I've come to Ed with problems in my back, shoulders, and knees, and I've always left feeling better. Ed focuses right in on the problem area and gets great results. High key recommend. read more

I contacted Ed to help me with low back pain. Ed was able to identify the issues and bring much needed relief. His form of body work is not something I had experienced before and I was pleased with his knowledge and ability to work the area. I highly recommend Ed and look forward to seeing him again soon. read more

Ed is truly amazing at what he does! I had recently just started going back to the gym and was feeling the pain and achiness of working muscles I hadn't used in a while, not to mention the stress I keep in my neck and shoulders from work and sitting at my desk. I had thought about just going to a spa in Napa, but I really wanted to get a deeper type of massage; and I thought with Ed's background in physical therapy, he would know more about working the right muscles. And boy was I right! I couldn't believe some of the techniques he used to stretch my back and muscles. I could feel the blood rushing to all parts of my body, and I was not only relaxed but also energized after the session. I couldn't recommend him more. He's not only great at his profession, he seems to be a genuinely nice guy. Thanks Ed, I'll be back! read more

After a surgery that, although minor, cut far into my leg muscle, I was experiencing a lot of related musculoskeletal pain. I've had a lot of bodywork, chiropractic care, and acupuncture since the surgery, all of which helped in different ways but did not fully alleviate the pain. The difference with Ed is that after a few appointments, I am pain and discomfort free. I'm continuing to see him to work on shoulder rotator cuff pain, which is also just about gone. Ed knows his stuff! I can tell that he cares about helping people, and is motivated to diagnose what's going on and then fix it. read more

This guy's a master at his craft. Not only rooted in the fundamentals but also doing some cutting edge stuff with injury treatments. He's worked on me half a dozen times over the past 10 years and he's always solved my issues in one or two visits; neck, shoulder, back, he's always solved it. read more

I was visiting the EastBay when my back and neck started to stiff up, I found Ed on my search for local providers for an emergency visit. Luckily he had an opening and was able to see me, so glad he did! He worked and pinpointed areas and muscles I didn't even know could affect me and cause this recurrent pain. In addition he provided great advice on exercises to help relieve my pain. Highly recommend! read more

I took my achy swimmer's shoulders to Ed and he went right to work assessing the cause of my pain with his tool belt of several interventions. His studio was airy and comfortable. He is a body wizard. I have had relief since my 2nd session. I am looking forward to future sessions and have recommended Ed to my swim team friends. read more

I've worked with Ed on and off for a couple of years. He incorporates a lot of newly learn techniques into his work. At first I was skeptical, but the results I had speak for themselves. I had a lot of shoulder pain I was attributing to a potential rotator cuff tear, but I didn't want to go to surgery just yet. Ed did some mobility work, adjusting, and really tried to get to the bottom of why I was having pain. Ultimately, he was able to give me relief and increase my shoulder mobility. Awesome! read more

I'm reluctant to spread the word, but I can't keep Ed all to myself. By far the best massage I've ever had. He can find the pain and work on the exact spots to relieve my back and shoulder pain. I can't recommend Ed more highly. Love his garden location and vibe. Very relaxing. read more