Testimonials
I've been working with Balance Bodywork for quite some time. I find her/them to be very knowledgeable. I also love how they give back to educate the community on how keeping well can be done naturally, without drugs.
I have referred several people who need some "balancing" to them for treatment. Over the years, I have worked with several different clinics, Lu and Balance Bodywork have definitely stood apart. My hope is that everyone could see what Lu and the bodywork she does can help.
Sue Nerud
For quite a while I have had problems with a sharp pain in my lower back and left leg. Stretches gave a little relief and going to the chiropractor gave me a little more lasting relief but the pain always returned. I figured I would give Rolfing a try. So glad I did. After one session I felt better. After the second much better. By the end of my sessions the lower back and leg pains were all but a bad memory.
I am writing this several months after my sessions and I am still doing great. Several weeks ago I felt it start to come back, I did some assisted stretching and concentrated on some exercises Lu gave me and the next day I was good again.
Thank you Lu!
Joe W.
I have been having work done at Balance Bodywork Orlando and I must say my knee injury has been much better. I still can't squat but my leg goes back further than ever AND it is not as tight as it used to be. There was no pain during or after the work they did. I am a BELIEVER in them, as Beth Marshall has stated before. They can really work with your issues and fix them. And for those that don't know, I never saw a doctor for what happen and the therapists at Balance still did the PERFECT work on me on through their own assessment. Thank you Balance Bodywork Orlando!!!
Rene Ferrer
Accountant and Photographer
Michelle Alley is wonderful!
I was wounded in the left knee while in Viet Nam. I have pain and limited movement. I also have lower back problems and shoulder problems as a result of walking with a stiff knee and having used crutches and canes over a period of time.
After my first treatment my knee had less pain and a much smoother feeling of movement. I continue to feel better and better after each treatment. I am able to walk and stand better with very little pain in my back and knee.
And as an added bonus I always feel very calm and relaxed. Since I am a business owner, it is huge for me to be able to cut down on stress and relax.
I highly recommend Michelle Alley and Balance Bodywork.
David Elfrink
President
Davids Trailers Inc.
After Session 4 of the Rolfing series: "My neck hasn't felt that straight in 50 years"
Bob Burns
Fitness Trainer
I just finished 10 Rolfing sessions and feel like a butterfly who can now spread her wings. Before I started I had poor posture, had difficulty standing and sitting for long periods of time and felt my shoulders and back falling forward. After my initial consultation with Lu, I was convinced Rolfing was the right choice for me. I can now stand and sit comfortably, my shoulders and back are no longer falling forward and more importantly I look and feel great. Thank goodness I found Lu and Balance!
Jodi W.
The high point of my experience of living in the Orlando area? That would definitely be my rolfing sessions at Balance Massage and Structural Bodywork with Lu. She is an amazing person &very effective at relieving pain. I would strongly recommend anyone in the area going for a session, as it helps with almost any type of suffering. My future trips to Walt Disney World will certainly include a touch up session. The office is conveniently located Downtown & the staff is super friendly & accommodating.
Alby Marz
I was in a bad car accident 20 years ago and suffer from scoliosis. Since beginning the rolfing series with Lu I have noticed HUGE improvements in my posture, spine and feet. My massage therapist who has been working on me consistently for 5 years has also commented on the significant positive improvement especially in my lower back. I am thrilled with the results!
Steve Kodsi
Principal
STETED Interiors
Twenty years ago I was in a train derailment that affected my neck, shoulder and the entire length of my back. Since the accident, I had been unable to raise my left arm due to the damage in my shoulder, and I lived every day with some degree of pain in my shoulder and different areas of my back. It felt as if my back was ready to go out at any moment, and it often did, even when I was sitting still!
Since completing the Rolfing series, I now have full range of motion in my arm without any pain or restrictions, and only occasionally do I experience a twinge in my shoulder or back. My back is much more stable and my balance has improved. I no longer worry about lifting things or making my annual drive from Florida to Tennessee and North Carolina and back.
Two years ago while making this trip, after only two hours in the car, I was experiencing such pain and discomfort in my ankle, knee, hip, back, shoulder and neck that I wondered if my days of being able to drive long distances were over. This past year, after completing just the first four or five sessions of the Rolfing series, I was able to drive for more than nine hours before I noticed even a slight discomfort in my neck. My back, shoulder and legs were fine. I know that now, thanks to the Rolfing treatment, I will be able to drive as far as I want to for many years to come.
I completed the Rolfing treatment more than six months ago, and I am still experiencing the benefits. I no longer have to live with pain on a daily basis and my back feels strong and stable.
Balance was very willing to work with me on paying for the treatment- for which I will be eternally grateful, because the Rolfing treatment has truly changed my life.
Carolyn Taylor
Florida Licensed Independent Agent
Provisions Insurance
Mimi is wonderful. She adapts brilliantly to whatever you need at the moment—relief from built-up stress, a good sports massage, injury recovery, whatever. You tell her what’s up with you physically and mentally and she WILL make it better. She told me one time that her hands communicate with the muscles. That says it perfectly. From deep tissue massage to outstanding assisted stretching, I have never had a session with Mimi that didn’t help me significantly. I know that my regular monthly sessions have helped me in every aspect of my life. Thank you, Mimi.
Kathleen Skambis
Skambis Law Firm
I have just completed the Rolfing Basic Ten Series with Lu and I feel great!
I am 43 years old. I am a carpenter and I have always been physically active at work also surfing, playing golf, wakeboarding, snowboarding etc...
Last October I had a major back injury and could barely walk for a month. My girlfriend who is very smart about these things got me the Rolfing series for a Christmas present and I started at the beginning of January. I was a little skeptical at first as I had never had any bodywork done not even a professional massage. Lu is great. She's very professional and very cool.
After my first session I was hooked. I'm back in the water and back on the course. I feel awesome. I recommend it to anyone and everyone.
Thanks Balance! Thanks Lu!
Sincerley,
Harry L. Dickinson III
After my first Rolfing session, my neck felt better than in the last 8 years.
Jennifer Deaver
I just had my first session with Mimi. I requested a combination of deep tissue massage and assisted stretching.
Since I spend a lot of hours sitting in front of a computer I felt that this combination would be beneficial -- especially since I also practice martial arts that require a lot of flexibility. Assisted stretching, I felt, was just the right thing to loosen my tight muscles. I haven't gotten relief like that from other bodywork modalities.
Mimi asked me specific questions before starting the treatment, thereby ensuring that it could be tailored to my needs. During the session she paid close attention to my feedback (verbal and non-verbal) and made sure that I was comfortable with the level of stretching that was done.
She's an outstanding therapist.
Sabine Becker
Balance Massage is committed to many good causes and I am thankful that I am a 100% satisfied customer. Everyone at Balance has welcomed, offered me superior PR, helped with payment situations, schedules, given me encouragement and affirmation when practical. Always, Balance assures my choice to live a full and healthful lifestyle! Balance is the perfect self-care “gift”.
Can all your clients join me in a collective “OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH – BALANCE IS BEST OF THE BEST”
Sincerely,
Cyndie Olson
My wife’s always looking out for me (good thing, too.) For my birthday, she booked me a series of Rolfing sessions with Lu at Balance. I have a pretty constant knot on the right side of my neck. Getting the chiropractor to pop it gives good relief for a day or two, but after a few sessions of Rolfing, it would stay loose for a good long time. Lu is very knowledgeable about anatomy and spends the time to not only work on the tissue, but to analyze posture, walking, etc. to find the source of the problem and suggest stretching and lifestyle changes which let me take charge of my own health. I’m very grateful for everything Lu and the team at Balance have done to improve my wife’s and my quality of life.
Chris Foster
Course Director-Microeconomics | MBBS/EBBS | Full Sail University
In February of 2010 was in a horrible car crash. For four months, I was unable to walk. Lu came to my home and treated me.
As a result of my treatments (which I am still undergoing) I was able to get back on my feet and begin walking months sooner than initially anticipated.
Now, I continue with my treatment as pain management. I have tried it all, massage, physical therapy, surgery, meds, chiropractic (you name it) nothing comes close to relieving my pain and helping me to function like Rolfing does. Keep in mind that my case is extreme and chronic. However, a good majority of her clients are nowhere near the condition I was in (my husband included) and as a result of her treatments and going thru the 10 series Rolfing sessions, their problems are fully corrected. Trust me, rolfing will work. And if Rolfing is not of interest, well...there is always a good massage and who wouldn't want that?
I also want to give kudos to the amazing office staff at Balance who are fun, friendly and professional and make sure that I remember when to come to my appointments with reminder calls and texts. And the fans/friends of Beth Marshall Presents will also appreciate that Lu and her wife/business partner, Deb, are strong supporters of the arts, attend numerous productions and donate services for our fundraising events on a regular basis.
Beth Marshall
Producing Artistic Director:
Beth Marshall Presents and The Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival
I used to be in a lot of pain due to a car accident that left me dealing with whip lash syndrome and bulging discs in my spine.
The pain in my neck and lower back was constant, levels 6-8 (scale 1-10), depending on how much I was dancing it would get worse or less, but it was always there.
I tried many different types of therapy that would give me temporary relief, but the pain always came back quickly.
Then things got even worse: I even began losing flexibility in my back and started being unable to rotate and arch as much as I needed for dancing.
Additionally I had weak ankles (which made my balance worse), a feeling of weakness in my back and abdominals; and my hamstrings felt very tight.
The worst was that I was tripping over my own feet, or going down the stairs, even walking - I couldn't really trust my legs any more!
During and after getting the Rolfing sessions, I could see such a difference and so do others. I was told I look taller, but I believe its because I am more aligned so I am not slouching, my neck no longer pulls forward like a turtle, and my lower back doesn't have too much of an arch.
The pain slowly diminshed as the sessions went and now I have almost no pain at all. I can rotate my spine and can arch my back without that "stuck" feeling and horrible pain I use to feel. I am more aware of my abdominals muscles. My ankles are stronger and I have better balance. I no longer trip over myself, which is great and my flexibility in my legs has changed, it got better with each session.
I do the exercises that Lu gave me every day, and feel I have more body awareness.
Lu has healing hands in my eyes and I can't thank her enough.
Melissa Medina
Ballet Instructor at Raskin Dance Studios and Licensed Massage Therapist
Lu is an exceptionally talented bodyworker. Not only does she have excellent skills and intuition, but she continually seeks new knowledge to help her obtain her goal to heal her clients. I have been to numerous massage therapists who represented many types of massage therapy, including other Rolfers and “spin offs” of Rolfing. Lu continues to move my health forward and I am confident that my 12 year journey to reverse damage from an auto accident will end with Lu.
Sandy Cuddeback
Nuclear Medicine Technician (travels for her treatments from Brandon, FL)
I can't say enough good things about Balance! Lu is a tremendously talented therapist. I was a bit concerned about trying Rolfing, since I'd heard it was very painful. But Lu is so gifted, it was just what I needed. I had a sudden bout of sciatica, and Balance was able to fit me in at the last minute. I received an incredible massage from Robert, and he helped relieve my pain remarkably. He showed me things I could do at home to help with some of my chronic pain issues. Highly recommended!
Lynn Finch
Creative Consultant
As a new Mom, I have had a pain in my left shoulder from holding my daughter. I also lift weights regularly, so my body has been pretty sore. After my massage, I felt revived. I really needed that. Thank you Sara! You did a great job! I would definitely go again!
Kristine Bullis Lawless
New Mother and Operator/Coordinator for Taylor Events, Inc.
Amazing massage by Lu a few days ago. Her hands are gifts from the gods. We talked about my body, the pains I'm having, and what I wanted to gain from the massage. She understood what I do for a living and along with all that we discussed, gave me the perfect massage based on my needs. Go see Lu soon! Or one of the new therapists. I'm scheduling my next appt soon!
Elaine Lanie Hoxie
Dancer, Model, and Actress
Absolutely LOVE this place! Staff are SUPER friendly and extremely knowledgeable. The whole experience is one that i am happy to recommend to all my friends. (and have done just that!). Amazing memberships too..what a great idea! Highly recommended...5 stars! =)
Tracy Black
Kinderdance Teacher
This might be the change you've been looking for. Balance offers Rolfing, an advanced approach to Structural Integration. If you think your body should feel better and be more flexible this therapy is worth a closer look. The caring practitioners at Balance really know how to evaluate and customize a program for each individual. I've been getting bodywork for many years - all different kinds of treatments including massage and chiropractic. I recently underwent surgery and after healing I wanted to start exercising again. I also have a fairly physical job, and I notice a lot of changes in my flexibility and overall feeling of my body that didn't seem right to me. After spending some time in a free consultation with Lu, we decided Rolfing could work for me. I've had 5 sessions so far, and I can't believe how much better I feel, and how much my awareness has increased for the things I can do to maintain this balance I'm working on. I had heard that Rolfing could be pretty intense, and I was a little nervous it might hurt, but Lu's caring, slow approach has proven to me that it's not a painful treatment. When I stand up after each session the difference is pretty amazing.
She works with all types of clients, from athletes and performers to people who notice changes in their bodies from injury or aging, to just regular folks who see room for improvement. I really can't stress enough how beneficial this work has been!
Holly Lynn
Owner, Bodyscape Massage and Skin Studio
I have been a customer here since the shop opened and I have yet to be disappointed. The atmosphere is tranquil and quiet. Lu is an excellent therapist with just the right amount of pressure. Prices are competitive and the session is personalized to your needs. Highly recommended!
Delwin Finch
Pastor for Web Ministries
I look at my life as BS and AS. Before Sarah and After Sarah, and it was all BS before Sarah. I have the usual from sitting at the computer every day and I can honestly say that without the sessions with Sarah life would not be the same. I now know the true meaning of therapeutic massage.
Gregg Roux
Animation Director, Ideas Orlando
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