I have suffered for several years with lower back and leg pain and "restless leg" syndrome.  After going to orthopedic specialists (x-rays and MRI's), therapy, chiropractors, and traction,I was told that I had a shirred pelvic bone and put on pain killers.

      A neighbor had heard about Pattie Smetana, Earth Touch Therapies, and after many sleepless nights, I called her.  Without going into details, I can personally tell you that Pattie has truly helped me achieve a healthier lifestyle.  I no longer experience restless legs (which can drive you nuts).  I am more mobile than I was.  I started seeing Pattie one time a week, and shortly moved to every 2 weeks.  Now I see her about once a month or so to make sure everything stays on track                                                                                                                          Review R. Sapp        Ashland , MO

 

Pattie,

The MyoFascial work that you do is incredible.  The more I work with you-or rather the more you work on and with my body over time-the more my body responds in releasing, relaxing and stretching.  Each session is a new adventure into my being, finding new ways to move and stretch.  I appreciate your creativeness and sensitivity in the way you work.  Thank you for helping me reclaim my freedom of movement and the joy of living in my body.               -Theresa Lackey    Ashland. MO

 

Earth Touch Therapies:  Maximizing Performance

Ultra Marathon Paddling is my pursuit and passion.  My training/racing season adds up to 1200 river miles.  Races are anywhere from 16 to 340 miles.  Oh, by the way I am in my middle 50's.  Tension, muscle strain, and limited mobility can turn miles into misery.  Last season I worked closely with Pattie and with her help I was able to stay strong, fluid, and comfortable.  Pattie has a keen eye for noting postural and movement issues.  She has a comprehensive range of therapeutic approaches.  Her touch is intuitive and healing.  Through her work I have become more mindful of movement and form.  Whether your passions is biking, hiking, climbing, running, paddling, or team sports Earth Touch Therapies

I am excited to say that I just got off the treadmill without knee or back pain limiting my walk and I have Pattie Smetana to thank.  I've had knee surgery, knee pain, a chronic nagging back, and a constant tight right shoulder and neck.  I have been to PTs, MDs, Chiropractors, and other Massage Therapists, and they have been hlepful for strengthening/stretching my body, ruling out serious conditions, putting my spine back into alignment and feeling good, but Pattie has been able to provide relief and healing that no other professional has been able to do.  Pattie is insightful and a keen observer.  She looks at alignment, feels for restrictions,and then addresses the issues using all of her bodywork knowledge.  Pattie has been trained to the expert level in the John Barnes, MyoFascial Release program, and her expertise shows in her ability to treat my issues.  The only hesitation I have in singing Pattie's praises is that if everyone could experience this bodywork then I would never be able to book an appointment.                                               Patty D

Two Therapists Treatment

Pattie and Mary,

Wow the MyoFascial work that the two of you did on me was AWESOME!  You worked so well together that it felt as though you were doing a well choreographed routine.  It was such a great experince to have both of you hone in on a particular area and then work together for such a deeper release.  I thoroughly enjoyed it.  My body loved it.  Thanks for such great caring work.  Theresa Lackey     Ashland, MO

I have been seeing Patie for almost 2 years.   When I first started, I had continual low-level pain in my lower back, neck, and left knee.  The pain levels have subsided considerably.  She has taught me how to be aware of my body and that has stopped the knee pain.   This is a much better choice for me-ie, having my hips in a correct positon-versus a doctor's solution of a new knee.  Pattie goes for the cause of the problem, not the symptom.  I also had a large bump on my spine at the base of my neck which had been bothering me for years.  Pattie has reduced the size of that bump by at least half through her MyoFascial work and posture training.  She has used a variety of techniques with me and always seems to know what I need.  I really appreciate that she is trained in so many methods and updates her training every year.                   Carol Busacker    Hartsburg

I have been a client of Pattie's for several months.  I had injuries to both shoulders, thumbs, knees and had been suffering from pain and lack of mobility  for years.

Surgery to one knee, physical therapy sessions over the years, hot and cold packs, creams, pain pills, exercise, and injections brought some relief.  However, after the pain persisted and elevated into chronic pain in most areas, injections in particular were no longer effective.  In addition, muscle spasms and lack of mobility were becoming ongoing concerns.

After Pattie assessed critical areas that may be affecting muscles and bones in my body, she immediately began MyoFascial Release techniques tailored to alleviate pain, strengthen muscles, improve skeletal posture, and create a sense of well being.

Shortly after the first few sessions I was able to do therapeutic exercise again with less pain and greater mobility.  I no longer sleep or walk in braces, seldom use ice or hot packs, and no longer need injections.

Thank you Pattie, you are truly an amazing therapist who has provided professional and effective therapy that is helping me to heal......body and soul.

Regards,

Ella M. Wilhoit