I've been seeing Chris since 2019, I discovered him on Groupon. He's extremely good at what he does. I see him once a month for what I call "torture sessions". He is focused on getting into those tight muscles and fascia where everyone holds their stress so it can be pretty intense! But after your session, you can just feel the stress melt away. If you tell him a certain area is bothering you, he'll make sure to spend an extra few minutes working on that spot. I'll always recommend Chris to folks who need something different to help their stiff muscles, aches and pains. He'll play classical music during your appointment, during holidays he'll play Vince Guaraldi. He's a talented musician and composer as well and sometimes he'll be playing his keyboard while waiting for his next client. He's generally pretty quiet during sessions and is focused on your muscles. He will chat politely about some topics. It can take him a day or two to respond to texts. When it's not a work day, he won't respond until his next business day which is fine by me, folks should enjoy their day off. I'd say text is still probably the best way to get a hold of him. Don't take it personally if he doesn't respond right away. These days people just expect responses instantly, it's good to have a little patience. Chris is a one man show, with many clients and other responsibilities that come with running your own business, but once you've had one appointment you can schedule your next right after, he writes it on a planner and adds it to his phone calendar. Just a heads up, he rents a space at Miller Family Health in Arcadia and that building has a quite few doors which can be confusing, but it's the door all the way to the left that is the entrance, walk in and Chris' spot is down to the right by the chiropractor's space. read more

I found Chris through Groupon & purchased a 90min deep tissue massage. He was professional & very knowledgeable. He did a great job helping me take out the knots & tension in my neck & shoulders. He doesn't do full body, you choose upper or lower half & you let him know what to focus on. It was very painful, not your typical relaxing massage but it works & you feel much better afterwards. He rents a room at Miller Family Health & there's plenty of parking in the front. He is also a musician and composer so he's only there M, Th, F, Sat. The best way to reach him is through text but he may not answer right away, but will respond by the end of the day. read more

Chris is very skilled and knowledgeable. Tonight was my first visit with him and I will for sure be returning. I have a variety of neck and shoulder issues. He targeted the right spots and I'm feeling much better than when I arrived. read more

Hands down the best elbow work in the game. I usually dislike when therapists use their elbows, but wow this was absolutely amazing. Extremely professional, especially for female clients; if that's important to you, this is your guy. He's very attentive, listens carefully to your needs, and focuses exactly on the areas you ask for. On top of that, great music selection that really adds to the overall experience. Highly recommend! read more

Chris was strong, thorough and informative. He really knows his craft. Will definitely be coming back.

I had to go through quite a few chiropractors, massage therapists, and acupuncturists before finding someone like Chris. I originally stumbled on his services through finding the term Rolfing, but Chris will be quick to point out that he performs "structural integration," not Rolfing. From what I've read and what he's explained, Rolfing is a lot more linear in it's treatment progression, meaning that if you're going in with shoulder pain, the standard Rolfing treatment might not start in your problem area. Chris explained to me that that is why he finds structural integration to be more flexible-he targets the problem areas and also the surrounding tissues/fascia. Strict definitions aside, Chris delivers every single time. He is the only person I consider going to for routine tune-ups (after having visited all the specialists up above). Here's why: -Structural integration is NOT massage therapy. Chris is about 200-250lbs of muscle and he applies that strength to you for your whole session. But don't picture your standard 130-150lb masseuse using their pointy elbows to pulverize your knots, that's not what he does. Structural integration involves broad, DEEP sweeping motions to realign/reposition/relax the fascia surrounding muscles. I feel that with massage therapy, you get about 50-60% of real, applied force over your treatment period. With Chris, it's about 90%. And it's only 90% because I ask Chris a million questions about music composition (he's a flutist who is also a composer!) and musculature during my sessions. -I think for some, misalignments and impingements need realignment with a chiropractor, but for me personally, cracking my neck, back, etc, doesn't ever really solve *my* problems. If that type of care hasn't solved your problems either, consider Chris. -Acupuncture definitely still has its place when you have a knot that just can't be broken down, or if you have a tight muscle in a really unusual area. Lastly, some things to know: -Chris is technical about what he does, but he's generally pretty quiet. He's not a chatty Kathy, but I still bug him with a million questions anyway =p -He doesn't respond to texts that quickly. When it's not a work day, I'm not convinced he ever checks his texts. But when you meet him, you'll kind of get it. He's a pretty singular-focus kind of guy and composing is his main focus when he's not sweeping across your muscles. read more

i cant rave enough about my experience with chris. so far ive done 90 minutes on the lower half of my body and 90 minutes on the upper half of my body. if you think you are destined to live in pain forever like i did, youre wrong! the years of wear and tear melted away as chris reminded my body how it started and how it should be. s bodywork by chris is now part of my nom-negotiable self-care routine. i cant recommend him enough! read more

我几周前开始找 Chris 做物理治疗，因为我有严重的冻结肩，疼了好几个月，手臂几乎完全抬不起来。 Chris 是一位专注于筋膜放松的物理治疗师，采用深层组织按摩（deep tissue massage）的方法，针对肌肉和筋膜紧张问题进行释放。这种治疗方式和一般的放松按摩不一样，不是那种可以睡着的SPA式按摩。哈哈！过程中的确会有些强烈，尤其是在处理特别僵硬或疼痛的部位时。但强度是可以沟通的，他会根据你的承受度来调整。他非常细心、非常有耐心，也会不断确认你的感受。 我目前做了四次治疗，每次后肩膀的疼痛都减轻了不少，活动范围也大大改善。 Chris 虽然不会说中文，但沟通并不是问题。你只要简单地指出哪里不舒服，或者说几句基础英文，他就完全能理解。他还会播放古典音乐，整个环境很舒缓。他还挺好学的，会说几句中文。强烈推荐给有慢性肩颈、背部疼痛的朋友。 read more

Okay, let me start off by saying this guy has 5 stars for a reason. I was skeptical at first since I've been to multiple massage therapists who say they are deep tissue specialists but this guy is the real deal. He works with fascia (deeper tissue) and it's no joke. He has very strong hands... I thought he was using his elbow at one point. He wasn't. Anyway, he's very knowledgeable about each muscle and was clear about what he was doing and took the time to explain to me each muscle that was tight and causing pain. Love that! Also very respectful! Beware.... It's painful but I felt so much relief afterward. Just book it. read more

I've been going to Chris for several years and my body always feels so much better after a session. Chris knows how to work the spots on my body that are extremely tight and need extra work. His techniques, which uses sustained pressure and moment to release tension in the fascia, are superb and really helps with my movement and flexibility. read more

Chris is the third person I have used for this type of body work. While the other 2 were very good, I think Chris is a step above. His prices are reasonable. I will definitely be returning. read more

Christoph is a wonderful therapist. The deep tissue massage, "rolfing", is a unique deep intense massage. He is skilled at taking the muscles to the limits of stretch without surpassing pain tolerance. This is the only treatment (of many) that has helped my combined hip/sciatica pain. Looking forward to treatment session #2. He made his schedule accommodating to my excessive pain. read more

Did you know that about 1/4 of people who are diagnosed with MDD (major depressive disorder) could experience joint inflammation? I happen to fall into that category. I tried a little massage spot in the shopping mall but felt the massage was a too superficial for my personal needs. I needed more. I explained to Chris my needs and wooo did he understand the assignment!? Chris methodically pushed from my armpit all the way down my arm and out my fingers. Really kneading the stiffness out of each of my limbs, back and torso. This is the real deal massage. Chris hets in there. I truly felt relief after seeing him. Choose the 90 minute cause 60 minutes flies by quick. read more

If you're looking for a nice, soft, relaxing Swedish massage, this is **not** your guy. That would be a complete waste of his talent and knowledge. Got a Groupon just before lockdown (thankfully they kept moving the expiration forward for me!) but finally went in for a massage with Chris. I was looking for a body worker who was trained and not afraid to work on specific issues. Today I went in thinking I had a rib out of place. Turned out that's just how torqued my shoulder was! He focused on my upper body/neck, both face-up and side lying. There was lots of deep stretching and firm hand work. Chris is methodical, focused and intuitive. I felt safe, respected and like he actually listened to my concerns and addressed them properly. This massage was a workout for both of us, lol! This is for those who *really* want work done, not a "fluff and fold." I recommend at least 90 minutes. Understand that Chris' work is slow and intense. 90 minutes will not be full body. read more

I'm quite old (71), but I'm really invested in maintaining great muscle fitness -- routinely doing heavy lifting, aggressive cardio, stretching, jumping, and the like. Doing this, from time to time, you have small to medium injuries or pain. I used to have a bodywork massage person who would do work on me to correct the problems that came up. Long story short, my old bodyworks person retired, and I had no one. I tried for some time to find someone who would fix some muscle and tendon (deep tissue) pain in my right elbow joint and was struggling. I wasn't interested in "feel good" massage. I want massage that corrects and sustains. Finally, I found Chris, and texted him for an appointment. Well, I just had my first visit, and oh was it great! Chris was just what I was looking for. Someone who could free up painful areas with very deep massage. I'm not an expert in such things, but I walked away with the impression that he really knew what he was doing, and at the end, it was a great experience. While he worked, it sometimes hurt, but it was a "good hurt" and you could feel your muscles sorting out. I recommend his work. I'll be back. read more

I believe I met Chris at the end of 2018. Chris is a miracle worker, although it has taken this long to get almost 100% range of motion on my right side, and 90% range of motion on my left side. Given that I was run over by a Truck on a bike, also hit the center divider on the Freeway, and in a Separate accident, I had a Transverse whiplash. I was stuck with the residule effects from these 3 major traumas to my body, after the Chiropractor that I worked for, along with the Lawyer were long gone. So when I met Chris, I was very doubtful that I would get any difference in my range of motion in my Neck & Shoulders, other than the 20% range of motion that I had. Given my years of being a Massage Therapist & Sports Medicine Practitioner. I am able to look up at the Sky, versus the ground. My new Motto is "The Sky's the Limit!" Thanks Chris. I do wonderful work on the overall body, but I highly recommend Chris for any long term chronic pain issues in specific areas. read more

Thorough, involved, and a great listener. He worked out all my problem areas. Chris was FANTASTIC. Best massage ever. read more

I found Chris today on yelp because I've been having chronic pain and tension in my back and shoulders. He was so kind and squeezed me into his already long day for a 90 min session. For the last week I've had a tension headache that came and went. I could feel the muscle tension just turning my head. No amount of stretching at home was helping me. I walked out tonight feeling so much better. I can turn my head side to side. I even feel taller and my shoulders no longer feel like they are at my ears. If you're looking for Swedish massage this isn't it, this is deep tissue and at times you definitely feel it but after you can feel the difference as the tissue has been loosened and the knots worked out. I'm planning on getting a package to continue working on the progress Chris made in just one night. read more

This review is difficult for me. I purchased a Groupon as an introduction to this fine massage place. I read the reviews before I purchased it. The reviews seemed to indicate that this is not your typical massage, and it is NOT! However, it was oh so good! So, in my experience, massages are gentle to medium (at least for my tastes). I don't know if that is or is not the purpose of a massage; however, it is very comfortable and it feels good. You throw in the lights and the music and it makes for a very relaxing day. I love those types of massages. I also loved this massage; however, it is 100% completely different. This guy seems to know the body very well, almost as if from a medical perspective. You will feel muscles and areas being massaged that you didn't even know existed. He constantly checks in with you, and if it is too much, he will definitely release the pressure slightly -- so don't worry. So, was this comfortable? Not 100%. Did I feel more amazing after this massage than any other one ever? YES! Meeting him with the first time, he told me that in this 90 minutes he won't do the full body; however, he will do mid section and lower or the mid section and higher. I chose the higher option and it worked well. I definitely will have to go back to him now to get the lower half done. I have learned that not every massage should feel like you are in paradise during the massage. However, Chris made me feel great as I left. I would most definitely return to him; however, I will still go to my other places in addition to him -- so I can maintain that level of spa service that I am used to. He is a great addition to my intended plan for massages. read more

I am a massage therapist and needed deep tissue work on me desperately. As I was in pain and it was starting to effect my own sessions. Limited movement on neck, headaches and my legs and arms felt tight and 'heavy'. The session with Chris had helped me tremendously. He knew how to go very deep using the Rolfing technique. And I didn't feel bruised after but relief. His strokes are smooth and he knew exactly what to work on. Pain sometimes is defered pain, meaning it's not stemming from the area that is in pain. He was very knowledgeable and I was so grateful to finally have found a therapist I could count on. And that in itself brings me much relief to know that. I would recommend Chris in a heart beat! read more

I cannot believe how intense and wonderful this massage was. I've had cervical fusion neck surgery followed by two steroid epidural shots, but I'm coming back here from now on. Chris is incredibly strong and intuitive... at times the pressure bordered on painful because I have about five hundred sore spots he patiently worked through. I am pretty sore I gained a half inch height. Not for the timid, but definitely for those who want to eliminate chronic pain. read more

Found Chris on Groupon. He fit me in ASAP. I've been back once or twice since. Trust all of the reviews saying this is not a white robe, "spa day" sort of thing. I'm not an athlete but have an athletic/muscular body type and chronic pain in my neck and shoulders... I've found over the years that I need very deep tissue work to break up my knots. It's hard to find someone who is really skilled at this. Chris is great. He uses very intense, "hurts so good" pressure, and he is very precise. I was able to breathe/relax into it because I felt like he really knew what he was doing... he wasn't just poking around with his elbow trying to find a sore spot, ya know? Definitely recommend. read more

I found out about Chris thru Groupon I was looking for a good deep tissue bodywork for my fiance he needed help with his back and shoulders he needed help badly!!! He just came back from seeing Chris and can't stop talking about how good of job he does and he can't wait to go back!!! THANK YOU CHRIS FOR HELPING!!! read more

Chris's bodywork method works.... 2 days after the session muscle hasn't tighten backup yet. Great work

This is my second visit to Chris. Let me just say that if you are looking for a simple Swedish massage, this is not the place for you. As a former massuer myself I must say that Chris does Therapy and Body Work as opposed to massage. This guy knows his craft! I am your typical guy who works out and can't scratch his own back. My shoulders are incredibly tight but Chris knew how to get them free! I would recommend good communication with Chris during your session as he will outline all you need to know about your treatment, and how to help yourself in the future. read more

Wow! Chris is AMAZING at what he does. I had never had structural body work before and let me tell you, it is a necessity if you have problem areas. I've gone to see Chris a few times now and every time I come out feeling like a new person. I highly recommend!! read more

I found out about this place via groupon and I was a little skeptical since there were only 2 reviews but I really needed a massage thus I came here. The place is quaint and quiet, and setting up an appt was pretty easy via yelp. Chris states that what he does is not technically considered a "massage" which I agree with. He told me that he works with the fascia which is a sheath that covers the muscles, and sometimes they get matted after much overuse or with incorrect postures (i.e. sitting a lot, working on the computer, etc) and he works to put the muscles back into place and release the fascia. He either does upper body or lower body. I opted for upper body since I carry a lot of stress in my shoulders. This is definitely not therapy for the weak. I would say I have decent tolerance for pain since I've done many massage, deep tissue, etc etc. But this was moderately-painful haha. He applies slow steady pressure and although it's not relaxing during this time, it definitely opened up my shoulders and my posture and I felt great after. He helps to increase your flexibility and loosen your shoulders and joints. If i ever feel really tight I will definitely come back! read more

Wonderful work by Chris! He made sure to get all the knots and break up all the fascia from the important areas i mentioned. Definitely knows what he is doing and highly recommend! read more

I came to see Chris due to having severe lower back pain & having a lot of tension on my upper body. What can I say? Chris has magical hands. The massage was amazing. I didn't realize how tight my body was & how I really needed the work. He took away a lot of the tension and tightness that was creating the pain. It's been 2 days since I've had the massage, and now I can walk around without pain meds. I highly recommend him. He's brilliant! read more

I hadn't realized, but Chris doesn't really do "massage" as we think of it. He does physical therapy/putting everything in your body right back into place where it should be. Not sure what the name for that would be lol. I'm a dancer and his stretches were incredible - I felt so limber, loose, and revived in my next class. He has a keen knowledge of the human body and is a sweet guy. read more

I was diagnosed with frozen shoulder and got a good amount of mobility back through physical therapy and my chiropractor but just couldn't get full range of motion. Chris focused on my shoulder for a couple appointments and I'm fully functional in my arm again. Word of warning - this is not a relaxing, soft massage - this is an intense, beneficial deep massage. My whole family goes now. He's been an incredible resource for my kids and keeping their muscles relaxed and moving well with all their sports and he keeps my husband in good condition to keep golfing. I highly recommend Chris' work. read more

Chris is amazing deep tissue work on my hips legs and calf's. I am a bus driver he has helped my discomfort and pain in my legs so much.

Chris is an excellent body worker. His massages are unlike any in the area and very detailed and focused on getting to the root of the issue. He is very knowledge and personable and an expert in his field. I would definitely recommend him. read more

I feel my shoulders and back are completely released. He did really good job, definitely will recommend to my friends

I met Chris about 3 years ago and have been going to him occasionally when I feel tight on top. I do a lot of Olympic weightlifting and CrossFit around 5-6 times a week, sometimes 2 a days when competing. I can tell you I've been to others who have done work on me and not has came close to the amount of detail and effectiveness as Chris does on my body. Chris does an excellent job loosening the tightness in areas that foam rollers and lacrosse balls can't do. I feel a significant difference in mobility and recovery after visiting Chris. I just don't see myself going to anyone else other than Chris. read more

Chris was great. He worked on my back and got my back Aligned . Good deep tissue massage

I've been coming here for a few years now. I used to think of massage therapy as a luxury, but have come to think of it more as necessary self-care. I was happy to see Chris open again and move to a nice high-in establishment to host his practice. From the get-go the experience is the most extraordinary therapeutic adventure that I would highly recommend for every working individual. Chris has a mastery of human physiology that is incomparable to any other professional I have ever seen - I have gone to 8 different people since our first massage and none have had such a lasting impact that keeps me coming back like Chris. He specializess in the connective fascia that coats the human muscular system, carefully breaking it up to create space and open up your joints. The results are almost magical. The first time I had even gone to Chris he focused on my pectoral girdle, and after our one session, my chest muscles doubled in size without my changing of my diet or workout regimen, my shoulder was much more open and I stood much taller. Chris understands how physiology and mobility are linked together and can tackle any issue on a case-by-case basis. He doesn't use a one glove fits all approach and instead tailors his treatment towards your body. He has a holistic healing style that pays homage to osteopathic, allopathic, and other time-tested healing principles. He works with the human body, not just on it - and he will provide you the life-changing treatment that he provided me. I would highly recommend you give him a try! read more

I'm so glad I found Chris. His style of massage is different. I've had a muscle knot in my back for years and had resigned myself to living with it. His bodywork massage dissolved the knot and extended the range of motion in my neck and shoulders. I'm so grateful. I'm going back. Thank you Chris. read more

Great first time structural massage. Chris knows the anatomy very well and is good with his hands. Great technique ! read more

AMAZING! I was nervous because I've never had a deep tissue massage. I've had back pain for 18 years, and my back is very sensitive. I walked in feeling like I was always shrugging with a super tight neck. He massaged and loosened muscles I didn't even know I had. It was very intense slow pressure. I was shocked that I could not only tolerate it, but that it felt so good. Will definitely be going back. read more