Testimonials from the Medical Field
Callanetics exercises are justifiably famous for their success in rapidly reshaping bodies. But within the medical and physical therapy communities the program has gained as much recognition for its effectiveness as means for overcoming or managing back pain - even among people with severe or chronic back problems due to injury, disease, age, weight or inactivity.
"The posture muscles, the deepest layer of muscles, are important in joint stabilization. Maintaining them in their most relaxed state (stretching), then strengthening them by slow controlled movements will help avoid the stress syndromes and excess joint compression problems. I endorse this method from a medical vantage point." Reuben S. Ingber, M.D.
New York City
"This book [Callan Pinckney's book, Callanetics for Your Back,] is a must for people with back problems. It is filled with practical information, encouragements, and a deep empathy for the difficulties others may have."
Dr. Pasquale Luongo, D.C.
New York City
"I feel Callan's regimen can be very helpful in most cases of back pain due to postural dysfunction."
Liz Henry, Registered Physical Therapist
New York City Ballet
"Callan is allowing people who are suffering from back problems alternative modalities."
Alexis Phillips
Instructor of Massage and Clinic Supervisor, Swedish Institute, New York City, and Co-Director, Soma seminars and workshops in massage
"I have found Callanetics to be a superior exercise fitness program, and I highly recommend it to my patients." Michael C. Fossen, D.C.
Longmont, Colorado
"Several patients have reported decreased pain, and increased mobility after a single one-hour session."
Deanna Lynn Weeks, D.C.
Escondido, California
"I strongly endorse this method of rehabilitation for those who suffer from chronic musculoskeletal problems."
Roger R. Tangeman, Jr., D.C.
Spokane, Washington
"Both as an emergency physician and as a sports enthusiast, I recommend the Callanetics program without reservation."
Peter P. Farmer, Jr., M.D.
Carlsbad, California
"The Callanetics program is not simply an exercise program; rather it is a form of rehabilitation for spinal injuries and disease."
David N. Olson, D.C.
Cardiff, California