Testimonials

Here's what some of Tom's patients have to say about working with him:

"As a professional stuntman my body is extremely important and Hellerwork has helped me to become more agile, increased my flexibility and greatly enhanced my overall performance. I have had less injuries and faster recovery times.

It is Tom's skill and knowledge that has kept me performing at a high level over the past ten years. I can't thank you enough!"

Richard Burden, Stuntman/Stunt Coordinator
"Pain free."

To enable him to climb Mt. Killamanjaro for the Prostate Cancer Climb, Editor John Loesing turned to Tom for flexibility and stamina.

"It takes more than routine training to get the body ready for such an endeavor and that’s where Marshall’s experience has helped...Among other things, Marshall helped improve my posture and gait to ensure better success on the mountain. He did it by expertly manipulating the muscles and fascia from my head to my toes."

Read the whole story in the Thousand Oaks Acorn.

“A pain doctor referred me to Tom because of his unique approach to bocywork. He thought Tom would be in the best position to help me. What separates Tom from the rest of the pack is that he is the only one I know who works at such a deep tissue level without hurting you, by gently softening and elongating the fascia. I swear, after having a session with Tom, I feel like I’m ten feet tall, when I’m really only 5’4”.

I’ve had four major back surgeries, including a back fusion. I have rheumatoid arthritis, degenerative joint and disc disease, neuropathy, “failed back syndrome”, etc. Clearly, I have lots of ailments the body worker to find challenging. I’ve tried physical therapy, massage therapists, body workers with various specialties, etc. It was only after working with Tom that I really began to feel better. The amount of pain medication I now use compared to what I was using before working with Tom, has been DRASTICALLLY REDUCED. I hope you read this and take my advice… see Tom now rather than later… you’ll never meet a more competent, skilled professional who is also compassionate and sensitive to your needs.”

Joan Hoberman J.D., LL.M.

After three months of therapy prescribed by one of the best physicians in the country, I was still having problems with my knees and still unable to run. One visit to Tom finally led to a gait evaluation and the correction that I had been looking for. After a few sessions with Tom, I am back to competing in the NCAA Division 1 level and I am finally injury free. Tom's patience and persistence has given me the confidence and tools so that my body won't break down, which has led to one of my best Cross Country seasons ever!"

Andrew Thompson
Cross Country and Track, Loyola Marymount University

"Tom Marshall is terrific. After years of chronic neck pain and trying both chiropractic adjustments and acupuncture with little relief, I'm feeling fantastic! In addition, Tom sped up my recovery following a hip replacement.

His ability to return your body to its proper alignment combined with his "magic hands," have left me with both increased vitality and flexibility. Tom takes the entire process a step further, by educating his clients in the optimal sitting and standing postures to avoid further injury. I would recommend Tom Marshall to anyone in pain or desiring to reach their full potential.

Thanks, Tom, for returning me to health."

Tom Smart
Police Lieutenant

Dear Tom, I wanted to thank you.  For several months I have had a sharp pain in the back on the left side.  The pain was coming and going, especially when I was in bed, ready to go to sleep.  When I was doing Yoga I also had problems with my feet, especially when I was bending my toes.  I was getting cramps in the lower part of the legs.  I had been treated by my chiropractor, but the pain was coming back. Only after a few treatment with you, finally I felt a lasting improvement.  I had four sessions with you and since then I no longer feel the sharp pain in my back (you told me was due to a nerve squeezed by my vertebrae) and now I can bend my toes without problems. I have no words to express my gratitude and my relief. You are also helping me with my posture. I am now more aware of how I carry myself and I notice that I do not have as much tension as before on my shoulders and in the neck.
Thank you!

Maria Giribaldi
Teacher, Pali High and Santa Monica College

"Tom's expertise in Hellerwork brought me relief from chronic pain that could not be relieved through traditional physical therapy. When I first hobbled into Tom's office my headaches, foot and knee pain were so bad I was not able to play golf or make it up and down the stairs at work.
Since I have been working with Tom my overall physical condition has improved to the point where I play golf regularly, I have no trouble with the stairs at work, I rarely have headaches and I am even going to yoga three times a week."

Diane Salerno
Thousand Oaks, CA

"I have tried every type of therapy imaginable to relieve crippling pain for herniated discs in my neck and back. Hellerwork is the only one that has worked for me. Tom is a miracle worker. He has literally saved my neck!"

Bradley Kramer
Personal Injury Attorney