Patient Testimonials

I tore my ACL back in December 2007. After recovery, my knee remained very swollen and I had to stop doing some of the things I loved, such as skiing and tennis. I was referred to Newtown Health and Wellness by a friend for help with my knee problems. With the help of Dr. April and the Newtown Health and Wellness staff, I was feeling better within a couple of months - the swelling went down considerably and I had more inner leg strength!

Cindy C.

As a result of a hiking experience, both of my knees (patellas) were out of alignment. I was having difficulty shopping preparing meals, exercising, and even walking due to the pain. My ability to enjoy life was severely limited. I had seen a chiropractor and physical therapist before, without significant improvement. After coming to Newtown Health and Wellness, I am now pain free most of the time and able to resume all of my activities. I am extremely pleased with the care and results I obtained from receiving chiropractic care from Dr. April and exercise therapy from Ilene to address my patella problems!

Susan A.

I have never succeeded with an exercise program on my own. I tried jogging, aerobics and even going to a gym using their equipment and still never stuck with it. I did not feel good about myself and I did not have the stamina I desired. I was recommended by some good friends to Ilene and I appreciate all the personal attention and motivation provided by her. I really enjoy my workout…it’s hard…but it feels good! I have more energy and I feel better in my clothes from the weight I have lost. Most importantly, I feel stronger and I  feel like I am doing something important for my long term health.

Every woman needs to keep their body healthy and strong and take the time to do something for just you.

                                          

     Darlene M.

I have had sore shoulders and low back for many years. I tried other chiropractors with limited success. The pain I was experiencing made it difficult for me to enjoy the things I do. I was referred to Dr. April through the Active Release Technique web site, and after a few visits I began to feel much better! I experience much less pain and stiffness, and I also notice that I am sleeping better. Dr. April has a special touch, and is very personable- she spends a lot of time with each of her patients and performs all modalities herself, unlike other chiropractic offices I’ve been to where they have teenagers doing everything. I love coming here- it is the highlight of my week! Everyone is so nice!

Joe M.

I came to Ilene for post pregnancy and I needed to lose weight and improve my overall physical fitness level. I had an unhappy body image and I needed one on one attention. A large gym was intimidating to me. I have been training with Ilene for months now and I feel wonderful !! I feel stronger and more confident plus I lost some weight! I feel more determined than ever to stick with working out.  Newtown health and wellness is a great place to get attention and a personalized program. Ilene has so many different exercises and equipment and I love how she incorporates the pilate reformer with the weight training to keep it fresh!

   Cecilia P.

Dr. April is a professional with a heart of gold! She explains every detail of your treatment, as you move through the various stages of a session. She is friendly, understanding, and honest. I have been to many chiropractors in my life, but I know I have ended my search now that I have found Dr. April.

Lynn H.

"If you can't purr here, where can you purr"?

Cassandra J.

I have been going to Dr. April's office for the past couple of years...the atmosphere is always very professional and friendly...She is an excellent chiropractor, and has a very "personal touch" in the way she conducts herself. I have been getting massages from Marla for over a year now, and she is an excellent masseuse...she is deep tissue, and has a great aura.... real positive energy...outgoing, but also very professional... I have been very pleased with the service at Dr. April's office, and love being taken care of there!!

Mary T.

I had my first monthly massage with Marla and came away so energized!  I could tell by her touch that she LOVES what she does, she paid attention to my body's needs and instituted trigger point release in my high tension areas.  I hadn't experienced this technique before and was quite amazed by the results.  Marla also combined massage, reflexology, and reiki to make for an unusual but most welcomed overall body manipulation that left me relaxed yet rejuvenated, as I jumped right into yard work after drinking multiple bottles of water!  I look forward to my monthly "mikveh " with Marla!

Marilyn

How lucky to have had Marla for a massage therapist at a time when I was so tense and stressed that my muscles were in spasm and I couldn’t participate in any activities or exercise. Marla spent quality time asking questions about where I felt pain, and my past history with massage and other therapies. As she felt knots, she explained both her technique and how she could release them. Her nurturing demeanor in conjunction with her knowledge and passion for helping on an individual level; strong deep tissue technique was the best combination I ever experienced.  I have regular massages, and Marla ranks among the best. She has an innate quality to heal while really working hard to be thorough on every level.

Sandi C.

If you are looking for pain relief for overworked muscles, see Marla. She performs a great sports massage targeting areas that really need attention. She works tight muscles, locates pain points, and uses stretching to get maximum release. I highly recommend this technique for athletes.

Mimi

Marla Solarski is a healer! With her educated and intuitive tender touch, she finds and relieves problems, bringing comfort and a sense of well-being to the patient.  I feel she gives 110% to the individual she is bringing back to wellness.

Lynn H.

I really just wanted to take a moment to once again thank Marla for such a focused massage.  I really like how you "ironed out" whatever knots seemed to be accumulating in my shoulder/neck area, and I honor how hard you WORKED on me--I could tell you really enjoy what you do and I respect that!  It is a gift that you have, along with a great education, where you can check into another person's body, "read it," and then improve it!  I had mentioned to you that my brother is a massage therapist, also schooled in acupuncture (he has his own practice in Cody, Wyoming) and he often shares the knowledge of acupressure points and trigger point therapy--it just floats over my head as I am grounded in yoga and reiki 1 only, not even sure I have the "touch," but I phoned him yesterday to share my WOWS with him.  He acted as if there is no other sort of massage therapy than trigger point! I look forward to monthlys, only wish I could afford weeklys.  If I win big in the lottery I'll treat myself more often, as of now it's a guilty pleasure and I sure appreciate it!

Marilyn R.

I was without a massage therapist for 2 years although I have a chronic back pain for years. I hurt my upper arm and needed message to help alleviate the pain, but who do you trust? A relative referred me to Marla Solarski.  Within 1 week, the pain in my shoulder subsided. I, then, asked her to start working on my back, and have been relatively pain free after a couple of weeks.  She is great.

Carl G.

Marla is wonderfully talented in presenting pin-point accuracy with massage therapy and muscle work. Her attitude is remarkably caring, yet suitably professional. Her knowledge is quite thorough, as she treats clients consistently and reliably with her hands, as well as her heart. Marla is recognized for her compassion and willingness to learn along with her clientele, while consistently exceeding the industries standard scope of care for her clients.

Jim L. (Recent transplant to Newtown)

Marla is very knowledgeable about massage- treating and healing maladies organically with her hands, and additionally with essential oils. She is capable of applying very strong pressure when appropriate to bring relief to sore muscles, in a relaxing, comforting environment.  I truly look forward to my sessions with her. The hour and a half flies by way too quickly!

Mitch C.

My name is Doug. Marla is the massage therapist for myself and my kids. We have alot of tightness because of sports and work. My kids and I love Marla's work because she is able to go deep enough to find the root cause and remove the tightness so we feel great!

Doug M.

Marla has golden hands that heat up when she does massage. The magic she performs is incredible! She is a sculptress and makes my muscles feel like putty in her hands.

Judi G.