Overview

Hellerwork is a type of therapy that uses a combination of massage therapy, exercise, and counseling. It was created by an engineer, Joseph Heller, in the 1970s. Practitioners undergo a certification process.

Hellerwork is used for several types of pain, anxiety, athletic performance, Parkinson disease, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support its use.

Hellerwork is a form of deep tissue massage which is aimed at improving or restoring the body's natural balance and posture. Practitioners believe that past physical and mental trauma leave an imprint in the muscles and connective tissue that can limit movement and cause pain. But there is no good scientific evidence to support this theory.

How does it work ?

Hellerwork is a form of deep tissue massage which is aimed at improving or restoring the body's natural balance and posture. Practitioners believe that past physical and mental trauma leave an imprint in the muscles and connective tissue that can limit movement and cause pain. But there is no good scientific evidence to support this theory.

Uses & Effectiveness

Insufficient Evidence for

More evidence is needed to rate Hellerwork for these uses.

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Special Precautions and Warnings



There isn't enough reliable information to know if Hellerwork is safe or what the side effects might be.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Hellerwork is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Interactions

We currently have no information for Hellerwork overview.

Dosing

The appropriate or safe use of Hellerwork depends on several factors such as the condition being treated or the person administering the treatment. Be sure to seek and follow relevant directions from your physician or other healthcare professional before using this treatment.
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