When previous answers
haven't been enough.
The strongest stories aren't about a single technique. They're about finding a thoughtful, individualized approach—and finally getting an explanation that makes sense.
He connected what others had missed.
“I have been to countless doctors and physical therapists over the years. The solutions that were presented to me were ineffective. Then I met Roger. I knew from the outset that he was different. He asked me questions and made connections between my various issues that no one had before.… As a result, I have achieved goals that I never thought were possible. He is truly gifted and has completely changed my life.”
He taught me how to help myself.
“My neck was clicking with every turn and he evaluated what was going on with me and guided me to a better place with less pain with no more clicking. If I had to choose one thing about Roger that I want to share with others, it is he teaches you how to take care of yourself so when you don't have time to see him, you know what to do to feel better. He gives life-changing instruction and makes it so easy to learn and even fun to do on a regular basis. I think everyone should try it.”
A level of precision she hadn't experienced before.
“I first encountered Roger Yamanaka observing him working with clients at the gym I went to. It was fascinating to watch the activities he had them do and to observe him correct people's movements. The precision, detail and intensity of the work he prescribed was impressive and nothing like I had ever seen a physical therapist do. When my own multiple pains began to be unmanageable, I made an appointment with Roger.…”
“Roger's exercise regimen and treatments slowly but surely began to heal my joints. He emphasized strengthening and modified my exercise routine, adding, taking away, and emphasizing alignment and precision. Over time, Roger has added new and different activities that have countered pain that have been surprising and effective. I am constantly impressed at Roger's commitment to his clients and to continuing his education and understanding of the human body, and the mind-body relationship.…”
“For those willing to work, to apply what Roger recommends, the fruit of the labor will be evident in more ease and better physical and mental health. I cannot recommend him enough.”
When previous treatments hadn't worked.
“I injured my back and came in to see Roger barely able to walk. After a year of appointments with different doctors, neurologists, numerous physical therapists, MRIs and epidurals, nothing was really improving.… His brain based treatment approach is different than everyone else's. Of course, I was hesitant at first because I was so frustrated at this point and wanted a very quick fix.”
“When I started with Roger I couldn't walk for more than 10 min because I was in so much pain. I was considering back surgery and he talked me out of it.… In just over 1 month, I was able to move and sleep better again.… I'm now able to do all the activities I enjoyed before and needless to say, I'm so very very grateful to him for that.”
A new confidence in movement.
“…I have cultivated an inner desire and discipline to be physically mobile, to choose exercise, and a new confidence over my body's movements, while doing Pilates, weight lifting, core exercises, and boxing. Coming from a non-athletic, no sports, awkwardness in body movements, with categorically no interest in exercise, Roger has facilitated a profound paradigm shift. Roger has become my boundary line in living a fit and healthy lifestyle, moving farther away from a sedentary lifestyle. Each day for me is now an adventure on how to move my body skillfully, gain an erect posture, and many times, averted falls because of a stronger and stable core.”
“I consider Roger a Maestro… someone who knows his craft, elevates it with continuing education and training, practices it with simple elegance, and teaches others in a very subtle and humble way how to incorporate the craft in their own daily lives.”
Individual outcomes vary. Testimonials reflect each client's own experience and are not a guarantee of results.
Different problems.
The same careful process.
“I just figured I'd have to live with the pain, but in just one session with Roger, I'm able to lift my shoulder without pain.”
“Not only was his evaluation very thorough but it also revealed other underlying causes that made me aware of my total health picture.”
“In one 90-minute session, he unlocked movement/range of motion/strength attributes I hadn't been able to access.”
“The pain is gone! Something no other doctor, specialist or PT was able to do for my constant back pain, arm pain, wrist pain, knee pain.”
“Roger is by far the absolute best PT I have ever received treatment from.”
“…work out a treatment that gave me back clarity, balance, memory sharpness and freedom from pain.”
“Roger is constantly adjusting the balance between the physical and the mental: strength, coordination, balance, hand/eye, response time, breath work.”
“Roger has pursued his continuing education like no other clinician I have met.”
“I have visited several PTs and the results have not come close to your results.”
“If you have a goal and a will, bring them to Roger Yamanaka.”
“In a very short time my symptoms totally abated.”
“I have never been stronger!”
“My ankle now has a normal range of motion.”
“Roger is a superb therapist and exceedingly knowledgeable.”
“…his positive and caring attitude toward patient care.”
Excerpts are shortened from longer reviews and letters. Individual outcomes vary.
"Why does this keep happening?"
The injury healed, the imaging looked fine, and the pain still comes back every few months. These clients often arrive having done good rehabilitation—the question is what the system is still adapting around.
"I can function, but I'm always managing my body."
Foam rolling, stretching, warming up for thirty minutes just to feel normal. The goal here is usually less maintenance and more capacity—a body that needs less supervision.
"I've put in the work. Why isn't it moving?"
Athletes, golfers, and demanding professionals whose effort has outrun their results. Often the missing piece isn't more effort—it's better information for the system that organizes the effort.
Less guarding. More capacity.
Clients frequently describe the first assessment as the first time someone connected the dots between things they'd been told were unrelated. From there, what changes is rarely dramatic in a single session—it's that improvements begin to hold, movement starts to feel more automatic, and the body needs less managing.
None of this is guaranteed, and Roger will tell you early if he doesn't think this approach is the right fit for your situation.
Your story may have
another chapter.
Begin with a conversation about your goals, what you've tried, and whether this approach is a good fit.
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