I was very fortunate to find John Power several years ago, realizing physical therapy and massage therapy had limitations in helping me recover from work related injuries. In my profession (dental) there is always the probability of injury even though I try to stay physically fit.

John’s thoroughness in the assessment of my muscular and skeletal health impressed me the most. This key component to his approach became a vital element to the success of my treatment. I developed a more conscious awareness of how my body functioned and the relationship muscles and skeletal structure share. With his perceptive skills, John was able to release muscle tension and provide me with a wellness program to build and strengthen deficient and weak areas of my body.

I also appreciate John’s style of teaching and facilitation – he demonstrates such patience and compassion. He incorporates positive feedback and creates successful methods on how to value your body, mind and spirit.

I continue to see John because he supports my goals for maintaining a strong & healthy body. I am also extremely grateful to have John as a resource. I truly believe he is on cutting edge in his area of integrated muscular therapy

I referred two of my Pilates students to John Power. These women are very serious about keeping fit. They are in excellent shape yet nagging pain and restricted range of motion issues prevented them from exercising at a higher level of intensity. After working with John they praised his credentials, experience and effectiveness at relieving their discomfort. His work has enabled both of them to exercise at even more strenuous levels without pain.

One of the women also worked with her primary care physician and a physical therapist. It was only after working with John that she found lasting relief.

I went to see John with long-term hip and leg pain which was not helped by my dynamic hatha yoga practice. I knew my practice had to change and I needed assistance outside the field of yoga to figure out why and how. John identified areas of weakness and instability and gave me an exercise routine to strengthen and stabilize my pelvis, hip and leg. I went from being in constant, severe pain to being completely pain-free most of the time in a matter of a few weeks. My hip and leg are now strong and stable enough that I can pursue many outdoor activities which I had previously abandoned

I was a very advanced Yoga practitioner. I had begun the 5th Series of Ashtanga Yoga Training in India with Pattabhi Jois, yet simple daily activities such as bending down caused lower back and hip pain. I sought help from many specialists but no one was able to help me understand why I was in pain, nor were they able to alleviate my symptoms for more than a short period of time. I thought I would be in pain for the rest of my life. When I went to see John he explained how my hip joints were hypermobile and unstable. He taught me a few simple exercises and suggested I refrain from stretching. I saw John only a few times. I may not be spectacularly flexible anymore but I am completely pain free.

Although I had a regular massage therapist for relaxation, I decided to try out John’s massage work, hoping that his combination of training might help me learn to manage some chronic areas of back pain that are exacerbated daily by my chosen profession. He analyzed my posture, recommended both stretching and strengthening exercises, and did a very targeted massage, getting to some deep areas of tension that really needed some detail work. Each time I saw John, he would check in with me, finding out what stresses were going on and how I was doing with my homework. I have found him an excellent resource for information in many areas of health and wellness, due to his wide range of interests, avid reading, and frequent attendance at continuing education courses. He was also able to refer me to other area practitioners for specific concerns I had, as he maintains a wide professional network. He never seems to run out of good ideas and new things to try! He is clearly dedicated to life-long learning and is constantly looking for ways to better help his clients achieve their goals for improved health, at whatever level they can accomplish them.

I have attended John’s fitness ball classes and have been utilized his skills as a personal trainer. He has come up with several routines for strengthening my weak spots in a workout that requires a ball, a band, and very little time (no gym required!). I can even break it up and do parts at work or waiting in line at the store. I feel good about learning to fit conditioning into my workday, not having to focus on always setting aside a block of time (which seems more and more elusive now that I have two young kids and my own business). Despite my erratic ability to devote time to fitness, John is encouraging, gentle, and caring. If he expected perfection, I would have given up long ago. But “one step at a time, try again tomorrow” feels doable, not impossible. John’s unique approach integrating several disciplines has allowed me to learn about my body, the causes of my muscle problems, and given me specific ways to make long-term improvements in my muscle balance (in addition to the quick fix of a good massage). I feel comfortable, safe, and respected working with John, in a way I’ve only felt with female practitioners before. When I stopped my appointments for a number of months after the birth of my second child, I really missed his support and encouragement. Since my profession puts a lot of repetitive stress on my body, I rely on John’s guidance to help me learn and to take good care of myself, so I can enjoy my time at work, with my family, and pursuing my personal interests pain-free while feeling strong and healthy. Thanks, John!

I had to pull over on my way home so I could write and thank you for today’s session. It was fun and varied and creative and you are helping me to remember how much I enjoyed being athletic when I was younger. You are giving me hope that I can get stronger, that pain is not always something to avoid. I look forward to our next session. Years ago when I came to you and told you some psychological reasons got in the way of me sticking with any exercise routine, you suggested I see a psychotherapist. I didn’t do it because I wanted to use my body. I didn’t want more talk therapy. I am an experiential learner and today you struck the perfect balance between fun, play, movement, strength training and psychological work. Thank you!

Hi John Just wanted to let you know that I just bought a 60 pound bag of cement and easily lifted it from the floor all by myself! I couldn’t have done that a year ago without straining or hurting myself. Thank you for all the work you’ve done with me-helping me to get strong and also to push myself and to believe in myself. I’m feeling really grateful for all the support you’ve given me, and all that I continue to learn through you. This has really changed my life in many ways. I just felt moved to tell you. Hope you’re having a great day.

John is a fixer and a challenger! Not only did he fix my back and shoulder injury, he helped me identify the cause of my injuries. And now he is helping me develop the muscles and movement skills so I can master my new passion-figure skating.

Finding John Power (who was recommended to me by an orthopedic surgeon) started me on a phenomenal whole-body treatment that has been invaluable. His personal training is superb, and I am so proud of the changes I’ve made with his help. When I first met John my problems were many. Having had persistent lower back pain for 10 years, I had given up on a cure; my trouble–I said– seemed due to the changes and discomforts of aging. In addition, I was recovering from a two-year illness, which left me with very low energy. Through John’s strengthening exercises, his recommendation for cardio work out, as well as his hands on approach, he has helped me not only to alleviate my pain, but also to bring my body back to being healthy, and to make me stronger than I ever was. John has a way of inspiring one to make the effort for one’s own body. His knowledge and smarts are remarkable —and he is a lovely person who is fun to work with. I’ve become an exercise addict (from a moderate couch potato) and my back pain has been reduced from an “8” to a “2”; on some days it doesn’t bother me at all. Even better, if I do get into a spasm or do something to inflame the pain, I have learned from John techniques to reverse my discomfort. If you work with John be prepared to work hard, and to have a good time doing it; most of all, prepare yourself to get better.

I have experienced lower back pain for many years. I tried physical therapy, chiropractic and osteopathic care, Alexander technique and other approaches in addition to more invasive treatments. I found short-term relief but was unable to sustain the improvements once I cut back or tried to stop the treatments. John’s therapeutic approach was the most comprehensive, yet personalized, that I have experienced. Initially, his treatments helped reduce the pain of an especially severe flare-up. In follow-up sessions, John helped me understand the biomechanics relating to my injury and devised a comprehensive home exercise program that taught me specific exercises to treat the flare-ups. My mobility and comfort have significantly improved. For the first time, I feel I have control over my injury. John is an exceptional listener, observer and teacher. He has a remarkable depth and breadth of expertise. I highly recommend John for anyone who experiences back pain and is frustrated by the inability to find a long-lasting therapeutic approach.

While in physical therapy for knee surgery I began to have lower back pain. Shortly after the pain started I was involved in an automobile accident that only aggravated my back pain. During one of my many physician appointments John Power was recommended to me. I began to see John but I was truly not a believer of muscular therapy. I was certain that I would require surgery, going as far as visiting Boston Baptist Hospital to consider disc replacement. After being told by doctors at Boston Baptists that I was not a candidate for disc replacement I was left feeling helpless, depressed and in tremendous pain. It was only after my visit to Boston Baptist that I truly gave my work with John an honest try. I began seeing John several times a week working on strengthening my back, increasing my exercise, and increasing my confidence. As my strength and confidence built, so did my faith in myself. Soon I was working out regularly, loosing weight and sleeping! Actually sleeping through the night without having the pain wake me as I tried to move or roll over was an amazing victory. Getting out bed was an even more miraculous. And to think that John and I achieved this without surgery, I never would have believed it. John’s patience and care during this recovery was exactly what I needed and never what I would have expected. I was a true believer in surgery, injections, and pain medications, whatever it took to feel better. John taught me that I could achieve freedom from pain by reaching within and finding my own strength.