Gratitude to my teacher,
John F. Barnes. Thank you for creating and teaching the beautiful healing approach of Myofascial Release. It has given my work so much meaning and success.


Patient Testimonials

Fortunately, my practice has received many positive feedback comments over the years from the patients, who have been treated with Myofascial Release and Cranio-Sacral Therapy. I am very grateful for these kind words. In order to help you better understand MFR and CST therapy, below is a selection of comments that reflect a range of diagnosis and conditions that could be treated with this approach.



I originally was referred to Ruchi Acharya for neck pain. During the treatments I was pleasantly surprised to see that this therapy helped me with my vertigo, nausea and breathing. As she opened up the knots in my neck and shoulder area, my vertigo improved. I would leave the session feeling very relaxed. The treatments had an effect on my whole body and on my mind too. This experience was very different from the years of PT I have received in the past.
J.A. (neck pain, vertigo and nausea)

I am a chef by profession and I was diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. I couldn’t accept doctor’s suggestion of surgery for my hands since my hands are extremely important to me as a chef. I was referred to Ruchi Acharya for tissue work. I am so grateful I started treatments with her. After 3 months of tissue work, I am completely back to work without much pain. I am very pleased with the results and have learned a lot about my own body
J.D. (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome)

Truly am thankful for the MFR treatment from Ruchi’s physiotherapy clinic. I honestly believe it had saved me from a surgery. I’m doing so much better than before treatment.
C.M.V. (Back pain, Neck pain)


I saw Ruchi Acharya in my third trimester of pregnancy. I was having intense pelvis pain when using the bathroom. She started gentle internal pelvis work along with MFR for the whole pelvis. Not only my pain resolved in 2 weeks but I was saved from an episiotomy during the delivery. I wish I had known of MFR during my 1st pregnancy. I highly recommend all to be moms to receive MFR during pregnancy to take care of their rapidly changing bodies.
J.G. (Back pain during pregnancy)

I have a history of headaches as a child. I have been dependent on medication for my headache management. Ruchi Acharya was the first to identify tissue imbalance in my head neck area that was triggering my headaches. After few MFR sessions, I could feel a shift in my symptoms….something I never felt before without medication. I now know how to prevent my pain and practice self-treatment techniques taught by Ruchi. These save me from a full-blown headache. This therapy has changed my life! Thank You!!!
A.M. (Chronic Headaches)


I was just beginning the post mastectomy expanders process when Ruchi Acharya began treating me. Fortunately, the timing was perfect and Ruchi Acharya helped me to avoid any constriction that may have inhibited by recovery. Moreover, my treatment coincided with 12 weeks chemotherapy. I felt fortunate to be seeing Ruchi at this time because she assisted me to get ahead of any muscle and joint issues. I feel blessed. Couldn’t be happier!
S.C. (Breast Cancer, Post Mastectomy)

I'm grateful to Ruchi Acharya for helping me to reverse the spasticity and rigidity in my back that developed after years of chronic pain and my conditioned response to this pain. MFR therapy along with breathing and muscle contraction/isolation techniques enabled me to re-direct my focus towards relaxation and the muscle groups influencing my pain. I've incorporated these techniques into my daily routines and have felt a HUGE difference. The concentrated trigger-point therapy she applied could seem intense at times, but I could literally feel the effects of deep muscle/nerve activation along with relaxing, wave-like softening sensations while lying in bed at night following treatment ...AMAZING!! Traditional PT has a place, but the holistic type of therapy provided by Ruchi Acharya goes far beyond by breaking counterproductive habits, shifting your own body's focus, and ultimately fostering the conditions needed for ACTUAL healing. Thank you so much Ruchi Acharya.
J.K. (Spasticity and Chronic back pain)


Ruchi is an excellent myofascial release therapist. She has a solid background and experience in physical therapy with extensive myofascial training at the John Barnes Institute. She thoroughly explains the process, answers questions, and really listens to her patients. The treatment is one on one between you and the therapist and is specifically tailored to you and your particular needs. Exercises and techniques are provided for the patient to do at home with detailed instructions and training on the proper way to do them for the greatest benefit. Each session begins with an assessment of progress. Ruchi looks at the whole person to determine the cause of the problem and tailors a treatment program to solve it. In a nutshell, she is wonderful. She is knowledgeable, she is friendly, she puts you at ease, she cares about you and your progress, she listens - she is the best. I have made amazing progress in a short time with a long-standing debilitating condition I have been dealing with. She has given me my life back. I highly recommend her.
D.M. (Torticollis, chronic neck pain)


I was referred to Ruchi Acharya to help reduce pain and increase my ability to use my arms following a serious car accident. After many rounds of traditional physical therapy that left me feeling discouraged and often in increased pain, I finally began to get some true relief and hope after only a few sessions with Ruchi. Although some sessions were uncomfortable, I typically have less pain and increased range of motion within one to 12 hours after leaving, and these benefits last for increasingly longer periods of time.

Ruchi explained what is causing my problems and continuously helped me to find tools and strategies for lifestyle changes and therapy I can do at home to consistently improve my symptoms. She took me through movement therapy exactly the type my body needed, then continued to work with me to adjust to the changes brought about by increased movement. Finally, she has consistently worked with me to help identify the types of improvement I can expect, to stop fighting changes I must accept, and given me strategies to use to distinguish between what may and probably won't change. For me, this has been a whole person type of therapy that has allowed me to feel more in control of managing my ongoing health and wellness as I redesign my life.
B.L. (post car accident, joint pain, decreased function)

In December of 2014, I had sudden backpain which was diagnosed as sciatica. I could not sleep and could barely walk. I tried standard physical therapy, acupuncture and chiropractic treatment. All of these gave me some relief but non-lasting. In May of 2015, I had another sciatica trauma. A new doctor recommended I see Ruchi Acharya for holistic rehab
Results:2 years ago I wondered if I would ever really walk again. Today, I am swimming, working out at the gym hard with a trainer, and cycling 150 miles a week and about to leave for Bike Maine: 350 miles of cycling and 14-16,000 feet of elevation. Ruchi Acharya has worked nothing less than a miracle. I presently take maybe 4-6 advil a WEEK not a DAY. I feel completely free to tackle any physical activity I desire…and I’m 73 years of age. My shoulder, which my non-surgical orthopedic, thought required surgery is strong and functional.
What else can I say?
Ruchi told me on day one that she views the body as one large muscle separated by fascia. Her job is to untangle blocks in the fascia so that everything flows smoothly. My hip which was totally torqued because of the sciatic nerve damage on my right side is now once again symmetrical. No surgery. No prescription anti-inflammatory drugs. I am once again invigorated and so happy to be alive and well. I cannot begin to state the miracle she has brought! Unequivocal endorsement.
R.K. (Sciatica, Shoulder pain and Hip pain)

My back pain and bladder incontinence were treated by Ruchi Acharya using a very non-threatening calming therapy of MFR and CST. She made me realize that my stresses of life were feeding in my physical problems. She taught me mind-body softening that helped me cope stresses in an effective way. MFR and right movement helped my back pain significantly. Internal MFR work on my pelvis helped me gain more tissue balance in my pelvic floor. This along with proper strengthening improved my bladder function.
G.C.M (Bladder Incontinence, Back Pain)

Learning proper techniques when dealing with mind and body was a true miracle for me. This therapy is like no other I have experienced. Ruchi Acharya truly knows the body and how to treat it in an overall physical and spiritual manner. My goals were well exceeded.
S.W. (Post Neck Surgery)

When my surgeon told me that I needed to have a surgery to fix my partial rotator cuff tear, I decided to get a second opinion. I came to see Ruchi Acharya. She began Myofascial Release treatments on me, and this helped me in gradually regaining the lost strength of my arm. Within a few weeks, I noticed significant improvement and therefore did not have to go through with shoulder surgery. I was very happy to avoid surgery
S.S. (rotator cuff tear)

MFR treatment at Ruchi’s clinic has been awesome! Over time my Carpal Tunnel pain symptoms went away, and the home exercises that she gave me helped me to release more constrictions in my hand.
J.D. (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome)

Getting treated by Ruchi Acharya has helped me so much. My flexibility and body movement has increased. I'm so grateful to her for helping me get well again. I am very happy with her exercise and treatment approach.
D.Y. (Back pain)

I am over 60 years old and lead an active lifestyle, but recently started experiencing terrible pain in my arms and shoulder. Luckily, I was referred to Ruchi by my Doctor. After treatments at her clinic, I quickly got pain relief. She also taught me self-help exercise techniques that I've practiced at home, in order to maintain my daily routine. I have even returned to playing tennis which had become difficulty after my shoulder surgery. Thank You!!!
J. Y. (post-surgery shoulder pain)

MFR treatments at Ruchi’s physiotherapy clinic has improved my lower back issues substantially. Enough that I could move on to Pilates which would have been impossible prior to the treatments.
D.M. (Back Pain)

Learning proper techniques when dealing with mind and body was a true miracle for me. The therapy is like no other I have experienced. Ruchi and her team truly knows the body and how to treat it in an overall physical and spiritual manner. My goals were well exceeded. I am completely satisfied.
S.W. (Post Surgery Neck pain)