I was quite happy to hear that Rhiannon is back in a new location, accepting therapeutic massage…read moreappointments! It's been a while since I've been to Philosopher's Stone, but I am happy to say that Rhiannon's skills & intuition (or whatever magic is in her hands) are better than ever. I've been to other therapists and I can honestly say that no one has been able to match the pain relief and overall feeling of "goodness" that I experience after a session with Rhiannon. I have arthritis, back pain, and definitely don't stretch enough - I'm trying. Rhiannon listens & understands my pain & magically heals my body leaving me feeling so much better when I leave her office. The new space is great, very welcoming and adds to the relaxation of the experience. The office is in a beautiful old home, located on what is considered the Drexel campus (I think), very safe area, easy to get to and very easy to park. If you're looking for a highly skilled, professional, gifted therapist, I highly recommend Rhiannon! She's the best - I wouldn't steer you wrong. :)

Rhiannon is an expert in her field. If you are struggling with pelvic floor issues or your hormonal…read morecycle is out of whack, she has amazing skill to get you back on track. Her patient demeanor is very calming and makes patients feel comfortable discussing sensitive topics. I highly recommend her work.

He is my recommendation!! I was exhausted, my…read moreshoulder/legs/lower back was stiff so bad. I didn't need to tell/explain him what I want. He knows what I needed. He is accurate in his massage/touched/pushed. Definitely I'll be back. Can't wait!

Serge is hands down the most knowledgeable sports massage therapist you could visit. He helped with…read moreback pain, hip, and hamstring issues and got me to the starting line of an Ironman. But you don't have to be training hard to get results, I can't recommend him more!!

I have been seeing Helene for massages for over 20 years and she is by far the best therapeutic…read moremassage therapist I have ever encountered. Her knowledge of every single muscle in your body and general anatomy are excellent. I greatly appreciate an MT who truly knows how to provide deep tissue therapy according to your tolerance for massage pressure, and Helene listens and provides compassionate care accordingly. Give her a call, you won't regret it.

I agree with what other reviewers have said about Helene's in depth knowledge of anatomy and…read morephysiology, as well as varied massage techniques. She continues to take courses in different modalities and utilizes the new techniques in her massage. I have been Helene's client for many years and she has kept my body feeling good and functioning well. I am impressed by her gentle, but thorough massage. She listens to my goals and attends to any trouble spots that turn up. And I love going to Helene's studio for my massage appointments. I get a gallery showing of her latest work!

The last two massages I had were pretty terrible. She stepped away a few times to answer the phone,…read moreanswer the door, etc. I'm sure they are busy but there wasn't even an effort put in.

I stopped pass Oasis on 12/26/21 it was my first visit there. A woman named Mandy was my masseuse…read more I decided on the deep tissues massage. She did a awesome and fantastic job. She made me feel at home and relaxed. When I left my body and mind was relaxed and I felt great. I am looking forward to my next visit with her. The place is very clean, neat and peaceful. I have no issues at all about the place. Everything was great. I shall be returning soon. Thank you Mandy, you have magic hands. John C. Philadelphia

Thanks to Yelp, I found this! Living in West Philly, I've always traveled to Delco to get the…read moremajority of my goods and services. Finding a good massage was the hardest thing to find. I'd wind up in Granite Run, or Lord knows where else. But, I really think I've found a great place to go, and i won't have to hunt any more! I've always needed a strong, quality massage. I need the therapeutic parts, not the candles and incense. Nothing would frustrate me more when I'd leave an establishment, my back is still STONE, and the masseuse's hands are cramped up, because she couldn't get the job done. So, I constantly have had to change my massage places, in order to find a therapist that could do a good job. But, Back in Balance, I believe, is this place. Megan is professional, yet causal. She knows her stuff! It's not like she just watched a couple of YouTube videos, or got out of massage school last month. She really gets the job done. If you really want a quality massage, with therapeutic benefits, she's THE ONE!

Let me preface my remarks by saying that: 1) my body is a wreck; 2) I have been receiving…read moreprofessional bodywork for over twenty years to fix my wrecked body and; 3) no sooner do I get my body "fixed" than I go out and wreck it again. I guess this is why collision specialists like bad drivers. That said, Megan is a wonder. She's not your ordinary massage therapist, and there's nothing ordinary about the breadth and depth of her clinical knowledge. In my case she used a combination of neurokinesis and active release therapy to "reprogram" my neck, shoulder, arm and leg to reduce dramatically the chronic nerve pain that typically plagues my right arm, and to eliminate the sometimes blindingly painful sciatica in my right leg. Imagine finding someone who thinks like an neuroanatomist (because she is) and works on the body like a traditional osteopath (before osteopathy became indistinguishable from allopathy) and you have Megan. Her background is impressive (including a stint with the sports medicine program for the Steelers) and her understanding of the human body precise and deeply intuitive. And she didn't just work with me during the session. Megan left me with a set of recommendations so that I could self-correct my "bad driving" after I left the office. I am truly pain-free for the first time in months. Brava. Megan will customize your routine to fit your specific needs, as she did with me. Whether you're seeing Megan for simple stress relief or more involved work like mine you'll find her to be personable, professional, effective and extremely smart. I'm going back to see her again and soon.

I had my second sports massage with Marla Solarski yesterday at Cryo Spa in Holland, PA. It was in…read morea different room, but still with Asian atmosphere and nice background music. Once again, she asked a few questions about how I was feeling and where I was feeling it. She was most interested in how I had responded to the first massage two weeks before. In fact, my lower back, legs and shoulders responded well last time, and I was ready for another strong stretching and deep tissue therapeutic hour. This time, except when I had to interact with her by resisting her pushing/pulling, I was more relaxed and was able to zone out and go somewhere within while she worked her magic. Marla dug deeper into my thighs which had absorbed the result of two herniated discs. Painful, but necessary to relieve stress and increase flexibility. Torquing my hips and legs to open space between my discs. Leaning her weight into my folded knees to help loosen the perpetual tightness in my lumbar spine. The time passed quickly, but at its end I felt great, and almost intoxicated from the work done. The spa allowed me to sit in a quiet room for a few minutes until that sensation ended. Slept like a baby last night. PRO TIP - Marla actually works in several locations, just call her to find where is most convenient for you.

Marla has been a massage therapist at Salon La Vogue in Southampton Pa. for 8 plus years. She has…read morebuilt a strong clientele based on her skills and her passion for her work . Call 215-396-1811 for your appointment with Marla. You will be glad you did!

Threshold Wellness is a lovely space that houses very talented practitioners (and delicious water!)…read moreI live in South Philly and happily make the trip over to Fishtown specifically for Threshold Wellness even though there are several centers in between. No more random Groupons for me, I've found the real deal at Threshold Wellness. I have been going to Julia for a year and a half. She has helped me navigate my way though a very difficult time in my life in many ways. Even when she's not working on me, I still incorporate different techniques that she has taught me into my daily life that continue to make a difference. She is extremely talented, I highly recommend her to anyone seeking individualized treatment in massage, Myofascial Release, and Craniosacral Therapy. I have also taken a few of her very thoughtful workshops and would recommend them as well. I recently also started to see Sarah who was recommended to me by Julia. Although I don't want to limit Sarah's talents, the one word that makes me think of her is "strong." I never imagined that so much strength could come out of her hands. But it's much more than strength, she's thoughtful, thorough, and creates a wonderful balance throughout the session. I highly recommend Sarah.

Julia is an excellent practitioner. She is intelligent, alert, and kind. I had never received a…read morecraniosacral alignment before. Julia's professional, warm presence was reassuring at the beginning. She offered to explain what craniosacral therapy involved. During the alignment I felt comfortable and deeply relaxed. Afterwards I experienced some "working signs" which keyed me into the face that something was adjusted on a deeper level than I perhaps expected. After they resolved (about 4 hours) I felt terrific. Thanks Julia, it was a wonderful experience.

Prenatal Massage (37 weeks) I just left my massage with Gwyn…read moreand I couldn't wait to write a review. That was the best massage I've ever had. First, before Gwyn even started, her expert positioning of my body and pillows to support my pregnant body was so skillfully done. The intensity of pressure was perfect. She specifically focused on the areas I told her I was most concerned with. The space is clean and peaceful. Gwyn is magic

We did a pregnancy couples massage combo. This was on their specials for the month. And we really…read moreenjoyed our session. Appointments go fast here. Had a 3 week appointment. Judy Moon did my massage and my wife took pregnant massage from Gwyn. Qe arrived 5 mins before time and got seated. I was asked to choose an aroma of my liking. Wife was taken to a different room and she was given pregnancy pillows. Many pillows. I saw her after her massage and she said she enjoyed the massage very much. My massage was very relaxing. Pressure was perfectly adjusted to my liking. Mellow music. In fact I went off to sleep in the end. Judy was kind to not wake me up. When I woke up she said to take my time and come out when I was ready. My entire experience was very relaxing. I will come back here.