Ernest L. Yoder, MD, PhD , FACP
Vice President, Academic Affairs, St. John Health

"I had shoulder pain that shot down my arm mostly due to my profession, so I thought I would just have to live with the pain. Myotherapy proved me wrong. I saw Mr. Gifford for 4 or 5 treatments and the pain was gone. The most beneficial aspect of Myotherapy for me, was the exercises he showed me to keep my pain from returning. I still return to John regularly for prevention of further muscle problems, for I know all too well that it is easier to prevent a problem than to treat one."
Steve Hechtman, Dentist

"John Gifford has served as adjunct faculty and has taught many semesters of anatomy of movement and sports massage/occupational pain courses here at Baker College. His knowledge in both areas is of the highest caliber and evaluations from the students are always extremely favorable (comments such as "amazing instructor" & "changed my life" are not unusual). Additionally, I have experienced his therapeutic techniques and I can also attest to his high level of clinical skill as a massage therapist and myotherapist. My only complaint is that I cannot convince him to teach here more often!"
Patty Berak, MBA,NCBTMB, BHSA, CHt,
Massage Therapy Program Coordinator
Baker College of Clinton Township

"I thought my career of dancing and teaching was over due to chronic back pain. I tried all of the conventional medical treatments but the pain kept coming back. Myotherapy was the only treatment that gave me lasting relief from my back pain. Now whenever any of my students sustains an injury I send them to Mr. Gifford and I know they will be back dancing in no time."
Eric Johnston Director, Detroit Ballet

"Much of my life has revolved around my back and neck pain. I tried to do all the right things to keep my back healthy in terms of exercise, stretching and various therapies, yet, the pain remained a predominant force in my life. John Gifford has been the key to my achieving greater control over my symptoms. As a psychiatrist, I am greatly impressed with John's extensive knowledge of the connection between our emotions, tension, and pain. The benefit of his words may be as valuable, if not more than, his hands."
Jeffrey London, MD

"I have sent many patients to John Gifford who were suffering from chronic headaches, back pain, or neck pain. The results were very good, even with patients who had not responded to traditional medicine."
Leonard Portner, M.D.

"Several years ago one of my patients suggested I find out about John Gifford's work. I took that suggestion and I now consider John part of our extended team of rehabilitation and performance enhancement treatment providers. Every client we send to John comes back with very positive reviews of his work. His advanced hands-on care techniques combined with a keen perspective of the mind-body connection allow me to give John my highest recommendation as a sports massage and myotherapy provider."
Sherry L. McLaughlin, Physical Therapist, MSPT, OCS, CSCS
Owner, Michigan Institute For Human Performance
Author, Lessons from the Couch & Lessons From The Journey

"For several years John Gifford worked in my group practice as a provider of Bonnie Prudden Myotherapy. This therapy works well for helping patients find relief from chronic pain who choose not to take medications, have not responded to traditional methods of pain relief, and/or are looking for ways they can help themselves."
Kristin Keskey, M.D.

"Carol and I have coached thousands of girls during our careers coaching gymnastic and tumbling skills to top level competitive cheer teams. When any of our athletes are suffering from muscular pain they have two options from us, "Go see John Gifford or be quiet." We too have been patients of John and have benefited immeasurably from the combination of his hands-on care and his mind-body strategies."
Carol & John Blaha
Owners, Tap Gymnastics

"Listen to John Gifford when he gives advice about how to stay pain free. I should know, I was his patient, and contrary to the advice of my colleagues (except the one who referred me to John), my sciatica did not require surgery."
Ken Trader, M.D.

"I have referred a countless number of patients to John Gifford over the last fifteen years. I have also suggested to many of my colleagues that they refer their patients to him as well. His knowledge of anatomy is extensive, his hands-on skills are excellent and he possesses an excellent attitude and bedside manner. Additionally, his knowledge of the relationship between psychology and pain is an added benefit to his hands-on skills. When my muscles hurt I call John and I suggest others do the same."
Dennis Dobritt, DO
Board Certified Pain Management & Pain Medicine
Owner, Tri-County Pain Management Centers

"John Gifford relieved my neck and arm pain in five sessions when six weeks of traditional methods failed. I found out about John through another physician who had been helped greatly using his services."
Jeffrey Trivax, M.D.

"I have known of John Gifford's work for over fifteen years. His hands-on methods are medically sound, simple in application, and are an effective integrative treatment option to obtain relief from muscular pain and tension."
Dennis Giannini, MD
Diplomat, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

"Our group medical practice has had great success with the patients we have referred to John Gifford for systemic muscle tension, migraine headaches, neck pain, and lower back pain."
Gary R. Moersch, PA-C

"I see many patients who have TMJ problems, and Bonnie Prudden Myotherapy® is one of the modalities I choose to use when muscle spasm is involved.  I would recommend John Gifford's services as an integrative method of pain relief."
Richard Scavo, M.S., D.D.S.

"As a resident I began referring patients to John Gifford who were having problems with chronic headaches, neck pain, and radicular pain.  The Bonnie Prudden Myotherapy® produced positive results.  I invited Mr. Gifford to observe a cervical surgical procedure to give him a better understanding of the muscles of the neck.  He noticed I was forced to assume an unnatural posture for extended periods of time which was aggravating my neck and shoulders, and we proceeded with weekly therapy with great benefits.  I hope increased numbers of doctors will realize the benefits of incorporating this type of work into their chronic pain treatment regimens."
Douglas Raedy, D.O., Ear Nose & Throat Surgeon

"I have had a professional interest using Bonnie Prudden Myotherapy® for the treatment of chronic headaches.  Additionally, working with patients and sitting most of the day, I sometimes get lower back or neck pain.  Mr. Gifford has helped me from these pains and taught me how to keep the pain from returning.  I have referred several of my patients as well as my own family members to Mr. Gifford, and the responses have been very positive.  I will continue to recommend Bonnie Prudden Myotherapy® to my patients and especially to my colleagues for themselves or their patients suffering from chronic pain."
Jonathon D. Falk, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist