Performance Bodywork

Casey is super knowledgeable about massage and the business. He knows more about what my insurance will/won’t cover than any customer service rep at Kaiser. I highly recommend considering his practice for your muscle/​joint related needs. He makes the experience both relaxing and easy!

I see Casey once a month, and so far I think this is the best perk provided by my benefits! He is incredibly professional and he always leaves me with some tips on stuff I can do at home to help manage my back issues. My massages walk a fine line between being so relaxing I almost fall asleep to being so intense I feel it in every inch of my body (intense in a good way).
The office is nice and cool during the summer, but during colder months, he’ll turn on the heated massage table that really adds to the whole experience.
Definitely come check these guys out and ask for Casey!

More than massage, Casey provides REAL massage therapy.
I was new to Portland and I was hurting. I needed to see a massage therapist ASAP, but every place I called (among the top-​reviewed on Unilocal) was booked solid for days.
I left a message for Casey, and he was booked solid, but agreed to stay late and see if he could help.
He did, and I’ve been a regular for almost 18 months now, and include sessions with him part of my exercise regimen.
His focus on my motion/​fitness goals and helping to keep me flexible and moving (despite my office job, extra weight and a herniated disk) as I work to increase my fitness level.
He routinely spends a few minutes after therapy to show me/​refine some stretches or exercises to address whatever my most current complaint is.
His new location is great; but do pay attention to the directions to find his entrance. It’s on the east side of the beautiful old house, through a small gate.

Mina is awesome! I was in a car accident and my dr. instructed me to get massage therapy so I found Performance Bodyworks on Unilocal and although the reviews I read were about Cacey, I made my appointment with Mina and am so happy I did! She has helped so much in just a few sessions, informative, professional and simply great! If you need a really great LMT, go see Mina!

The many five-​star reviews on here are well-​deserved. Casey is excellent! Not just as a person but also as a practitioner of a distinct form of massage you don’t always find (sports massage). There’s a time and place for therapeutic massage, but I didn’t know there was a time and place for sports massage until I started seeing Casey. Several things stand out to me as making Casey and Performance Bodywork very unique and helpful:
— First, Casey knows the body. He has a BA in exercise physiology from the University of Oregon, as well as training in massage therapy. He also has several physical training accreditations. I tend to ask a lot of questions about the body when getting treated, and I appreciate level of knowledge of anatomy that he shares. Awesome.
— Casey also knows body mechanics. Whether you’re recovering (from a period of inactivity or an injury) or simply looking for relief (from common misuses like working at a desk job), Casey is extremely well-​versed in body mechanics and the issues we create for ourselves from common use, overuse, and/​or misuse of the body.
— After my first session (when I was experiencing lower back and hip pain after getting back into exercise after a period away), Casey spent at least 15 additional minutes after our massage demonstrating stretching exercises that have helped loosen the glutes the hip flexor, and the hamstrings on my left side. He also watched as I did the stretches myself to ensure my form was right. And, he covered some core strengthening exercises that will also help with these issues.
— For me, Casey’s place in Goose Hollow is close and convenient. The therapy suites are particularly spacious, and the patio out front is better than any waiting room you can imagine.
— I like the online scheduler because (1) I do all my calendaring online so it’s just easy for me and (2) you can compare availability of all therapists (I’m usually looking for the *soonest* available appointment, regardless of therapist).
— Casey is very mellow, warm, and welcoming, much like the best personal trainers out there.

I found Casey on Unilocal.took a chance since I live close by and thought how convenient. I could not have had a better experience yesterday afternoon. He knows what he is doing better than any sports massage therapist I have ever tried. I booked my next appointments right away. I cant wait to get to the gym tonight to push myself to another level!. I feel great today and cant thank Casey enough !

I just finished massage #3 with Casey. I feel a world of difference from when I started seeing him just a couple months ago! Casey was able to identify several areas of tightness in my muscles and joints that have been causing pain and tenderness in both my day-​to-​day life and when I work out. He was able to confirm areas of muscle imbalance that I knew I needed to work on, and taught me about areas I have been neglecting.
In addition to releasing the tight areas through massage, Casey gave me homework to do, including specific stretches, foam rolling, and strength-​building exercises. He demonstrates each exercise in the gym within the building for those of us who need a visual reference. I think I’m addicted to these massages, because every time I leave I feel like I’m walking on air and can even breathe easier. Casey’s rate is comparable to other massages I have received in the area, and he offers packages as well. If you have sports-​related pain or muscle imbalance, Casey’s massages are well-​worth the price and have given me fantastic results.

Best massage ever! And more! not only does he fix what hurts (3 buldged discs and torn ligament in ankle) but he tells you how to fix it by showing you precise excercises to strengthen where you are weak so you get better. If you are an athlete and enjoy working out, he is the best! I have never met anyone like him, and I have been to about 6 people in SF and 13 people in Portland prior to finding him. He knows how everything connects and tells you how to lift and stretch to fix your weak spots. After your massage he takes you into a work out room in the back and demonstrates and watches you do excercises to make sure you are doing them right. I injured myself 8÷29÷11. I started seeing casey this september (2 years later). And he started me on the path to recovery. Just yesterday my spine doctor told me I can play softball again, for the first time in more than 2 years. Casey gets that credit. (I should mention I am 32 and played 2 sports in college and have been working out 4 – 5 days a week my entire life, including restricted workouts since Ive been injured) I would not be where I am without him. I plan to see him regularly as long as I live here.

I am so happy to have found Casey! He was very professional, knowledgable, friendly and great at his job. The offices are in a great location, are clean, and relaxing. Before the sports massage, Casey listened to my problems and tailored the session based off of my needs. I’ve been to several sports therapists throughout the US and abroad, and Casey tops the list. Not only did I get a great deep tissue massage that will hopefully help me be injury free for my upcoming marathon, but I also learned different stretches and exercises to do in between my sessions. Casey went above and beyond, and sent me a follow-​up email on additional exercises to do. Hands down… I will be back!

Had my first sport massage therapy with Casey a while back. It was my first time receiving a sports massage and I was very happy wit the results. I have continued with regular massage sessions since then and have definitely noticed a huge improvement in my flexibility, and I just feel better as a whole. I swim a few times a week as well as ride my stationary bike for about an hour most nights. Staying actively is extremely important for m at my age, and so I have to also make sure I get regular maintenance care for recovery. Casey is very knowledgeable and gifted as a massage therapist. It is evident that he takes his job very seriously, and that he genuinely cares for his clients. I also appreciate that he takes the time to suggest and demonstrate home exercises for me to do in between sessions that have also helped with my problem areas.

let me start with my problems:
Traveling a great deal
hiking
older bones and muscles
an awkward gait
OA in my knees
solution: Casey
he immediately identified some areas and over a couple of visits
managed to bring me relief
he showed me different exercises
he took the time to work on me and with me
i go to him regularly and will continue to do so

I saw Casey a number of times for a serious shoulder rotator injury that was preventing me from being able to do my job. His work was exactly what it needed. Deep, focused, professional. You can tell he really cares about his clients and works hard to help them as much as possible. Casey WILL give you «homework». He set me out with a list of stretches and exercises and was especially focused on movements I needed to avoid. Following his recommendations and getting bi-​weekly massage treatment from him my shoulder made a full recovery. He is absolutely my go to guy for injury recovery and regular maintenance massage.

This is my first time getting a sports massage therapy with Casey and he is awesome! I had the worse pain in my hamstring, IT band, and glute from marathon training, but working with Casey really helped to reduce the fatigue and pain. Casey’s really professional and has a lot of knowledge as a therapist. He really understands how the body moves and works during sports events. He also showed me a few stretches which helped a lot.
Thanks, Casey!

Casey is a great therapist! A knee surgery left me with scar tissue and tight muscles from overcompensation; working with Casey has provided me pain relief, decreased stiffness, and improved range of motion. Thanks!

After much searching I have finally found a massage therapist who understands an athletes body! I have been an avid runner for the past five years, but I always have issues with the muscles in my legs when I start training for my next marathon. They get so tight that it’s incredibly painful, and regardless of the icing and stretching I do, I end up missing training days. My first time in to see Casey I knew right away I had found my new massage therapist! He was able to work wonders on my muscles and relieved the soreness and tightness so I could get back on track! He also worked with me to develop a massage plan based on my training schedule, which not a lot of massage therapist seem to take the time to do. It showed me that he really cared about his clients. I have been back to see Casey a few times and my training is going better than it ever has before! I can’t wait for my next marathon, thanks Casey!

Casey is absolutely amazing. In May I was involved in a car accident which resulted in a fractured spine. Ever since then my muscles have been very tense and I couldnt find relief through yoga and stretch alone. I have been seeking help for months, going to Physical Therapists, Massage Therapists and Doctors. I am an athletic person and take my fitness very seriously and I needed to find a way to heal my back and return to my original state before my accident. I am so happy to have found Casey. He is truly amazing at what he does. He found tight spots in my body that I didnt even know were tense. He uses his thumbs as opposed to just his forearm and elbow to really work out the trouble areas. I require a very deep tissue massage with alot of pressure and most people cant do that, he can. After his massage I slept like a baby for the first night in months since my accident. I highly recommend Casey for anyone who needs relief from an injury or just looking to pamper themselves.

A massage with lasting effects! Thank you for an incredibly relaxing and therapeutic session. As a sales person, I spend most of my time sitting in the car. Casey was able to find and manipulate spots that I didn’t realize were affecting me. Post massage my body felt less tense, more flexible and I noticed improvement in my posture. Casey is professional with a firm yet gentle touch. He listens to what your needs are and is great about checking in to make sure you are comfortable. I also found the environment to be calming and positive. As a former LMT, I highly recommend you visit Casey at Performance Bodywork for your next massage!