Harris Manual Therapy

Craig Harris offers a unique healing experience. He has treated three members of our family, each with differing needs, and each one of us has benefitted from his expert care. Our mother, in particular, has had serious back pain greatly relieved through Craig’s treatments. We call him «The Muscle Whisperer», as his gentle approach works with one’s body to effect release, realignment and healing. He also teaches you gentle movements and stretches that can be done at home. Everything in his office is professional and comforting, including his very helpful receptionist, Kalen. We are always treated courteously and kindly, and the calm space they create is a rarity in hectic L.A. We recommend you give this therapy a try — your muscles will thank you!

in short, LIFE CHANGING! i came to craig a few months ago for chronic sciatic pain that had spread down my leg. i’d been to 3 physical therapists, a chiropractor and various bodyworkers. x-​rays showed twisted disks, probably from snowboarding, as well as some disk degeneration. after only 4 sessions i can say — no one, NO ONE, has been nearly as helpful!
i was so exhausted from the chronic pain and the disappointment of trying so many things that i was pretty skeptical. after 2 treatments i was 50% better and after 4 treatments i’d say 75% better. that’s where i am now — with a 75% reduction in pain in 4 treatments — and i believe there will be continued improvement.
craig’s 30 years of experience are apparent when he works on you. i came to him scared and in pain, honestly afraid for someone to touch me. he does the work so calmly and gradually, you can’t help but be comforted and confident in the experience.
that said, i feel his bedside manner is just as skillful. i had some longtime personal trauma narratives associated with my physical pain. he said it was not unusual to ‘cry on the table’ as the physical holding loosens some psychological grip. they say ‘healing needs a witness’ and he has been a truly valuable witness to my pain.
he is a deeply aware listener and when i told him some of my story i felt i was truly able to release some of it too. as my physical pain was released, so was some of my age old story. i’ve been to all sorts of therapist and healers and the experience with him was profound. craig is not just skillful in a practical anatomical way. i think he’s just an all-​around, genuine healer.

Dear Craig,
I can not thank you enough for the extraordinary healing work you did on me. As you know, I had a torn rotator cuff, which left unattended, unfortunately led to my having a «frozen shoulder». At its peak, the pain was constant and absolutely excruciating — I could barely move my arm and could only sleep an hour or so at a time. For a pianist /​piano technician, it was a terrifying situation to be in as it made playing or working on pianos incredibly painful. I tried many different options. I was told by an orthopedic surgeon that I had a «zero percent chance» of healing it without surgery. I was desperate. Thankfully, just thirteen days before committing to surgery, I discovered you!
During the course of sessions I had with you over a few months, my pain went from utterly debilitating to non-​existent; my range of motion went from 90% impaired to being completely restored. All this by using your simple, soothing Hendrickson techniques. You also taught me exercises that helped lead me back to the road to recovery and to continue using to keep myself on the right path. Orthopedic Manual Therapists using the Hendrickson method are like Navy SEALS — you have the deeper knowledge and expertise to get in there and do the exact thing that needs to be done. You, my friend, are a master at what you do. You helped me heal without surgery and I am forever grateful for your gift!
With sincere gratitude,
Jim Wilson

After giving birth to my first child this spring my body was an absolute wreck. I was in so much pain (specifically in my shoulder and upper back) that holding my sweet daughter was becoming a very arduous task. After many attempts to relieve the constant pain (acupuncture, massage therapy, physical therapy) I did not know where else to turn. Thankfully my dear friend gifted me with a session to see Craig. All she told me was… he is a miracle worker… just go. After only 4 sessions with Craig, my body feels as good as it did pre pregnancy (when I was incredibly fit and things were in line). Craig is truly one of the most gifted practitioners I have encountered. After years of having massage therapy and other modes of care (to treat everyday aches and pain as well as real injuries), I must say Craig’s technique is by far the most comprehensive, gentle and effective approach to relieving pain and improving overall wellness. If you are experiencing pain from an injury or just feel a bit out of balance, Craig is the person to see. His kind and nurturing attitude and vast knowledge of the human body is not something you encounter everyday. Thank you Craig for allowing me to enjoy motherhood without pain… if only you had a cure for sleepless nights :)

I am pretty healthy and don’t typically do therapy of any kind. However, I am getting older, and I have been obsessively building a rock wall terrace on my [steep] back hill. I feel great when working and moving, but lately I have had pain in my knee that has not gone away, and it began keeping me up at night.
My wife and son had been in to see Craig and were very impressed with the results.
I had been thinking about coming in to see him for months… and…I just lived with the pain. However, I was going on vacation last week and figured it is foolish it suffer on my week off!
Craig first did a great analytical evaluation for my condition, and he explained the condition and his process. Then he did some manipulation of my leg and posture and showed me some simple movements to get the knee to heal itself over time. It was a great experience and the therapy worked. I will be going back [after I work on the hill this weekend :-) ].

I know Craig for several years ago and he also successfully treated my friend who recommended to me when I need it. He’s great with pain, what more can I say?..
He knows his stuff, very professional, and will educate you in what needs to be done & why. Prices are reasonable as well.

this guys hands are like magic. just a simple touch and get yuor pain away. loves to explain what he is doing and a very fair price to. i have know him for about 6 years or so and the first thing that comes to mind when i have any pain is harris bodyworks

I recently had a session with Craig Harris of Harris Bodyworks. I have to say that my body has never felt this good for this long! For many years, I have had chronic low back pain, right hip pain and instability (my hip gets wobbly after sitting too long), and right shoulder pain often leading to headaches when particularly stressed. The Hendrickson Method he uses is incredibly gentle and powerful. He provided a lot of education during the session, to explain where the pain comes from and showed me exercises I can do on my own to build strength and stability that prevents pain. It was really amazing! I have had *numerous* deep tissue and Thai massages where I would feel great for maybe a few days. But with Craig’s super-​gentle approach, I still feel great over a week later. If you are tired of your chronic pain, you have to schedule a session with Harris Bodyworks!