A non-surgical approach to managing chronic pain

“After an evaluation, Amanda was confident that. with some work regarding my gait, how I sit, stand, and my general posture, Aston Kinetics could help me. During our session, she provided key insights on my movements & posture that I wasn’t even aware I was doing. More importantly, she clearly articulated how these movements and posture were exacerbating my low back pain.

After several sessions, specific exercises, and explanations, I’m thrilled to report that my lower back pain has been reduced significantly. As it turns out, Amanda is also a professional musician and has worked with many musicians on improving their posture for increased comfort while performing. I also play guitar and have been recovering from recent shoulder surgery. Her work with my posture when playing has been very beneficial to enhancing my recovery and even my playing.

Amanda is exceptionally experienced in the Aston process. She has the unique ability to clearly explain how the exercises and even subtle adjustments can assist in lessening and managing my pain. She is a great listener and a delight to work with. If you are committed to finding a non-surgical approach to managing chronic pain, I highly recommend Amanda and Aston Patterning. The whole experience for me has been revelatory.”

                                                                                  ~  John D., Denver, CO

She helped me with moving more naturally and ergonomically.

“Amanda brings to bear extensive training, careful listening, keen observation, and spot-on insights to provide personalized and very effective bodywork and movement coaching.  Amanda has tremendous passion and enthusiasm for her work and a refreshing capacity for caring about her clients’ well-being. She has helped me understand my own body better—especially regarding chronic and vexing lower leg and back issues. In the process, she helped me move more naturally and ergonomically, reduce/manage pain, and become a more fluid upright bass player. I enthusiastically and whole-heartedly recommend Amanda to anyone needing what Aston Kinetics has to offer.”  

~ Steve K., Aurora, CO

Since Amanda’s assessment of my workspace, I do not have trouble getting up from my chair anymore.

“My meeting with Amanda was amazing. I have a condition called Iliotibial Band Syndrome, which is quite painful and hard to resolve. Getting up out of my chair after an hour or so was so painful that I would have to wait for a few seconds before taking steps. Since Amanda’s assessment of my workspace, I do not have trouble getting up from my chair anymore. She suggested the addition of a specific back and seat wedge that has really made a difference. She also addressed lighting, desk height, seat height, keyboard locations, and temperature under desks in the winter and movement throughout the day. The follow-up meeting once I received my back and seat wedges to make sure I was using them correctly was very helpful. There was no push for expensive additions to workstations or other high-cost items. We will continue using this service for all incoming personnel that are interested. I would highly recommend this service and Amanda!”

                                                                                    ~ Maureen W., Aurora, CO

Significant improvement after only one session

“I have bilateral calf and ankle stiffness as a side effect from prescription medication. For two years, I had sought help from primary care providers, orthopedists, and physical therapists with minimal improvement. After only one session with Amanda, I saw significant improvement in my ability to return to my activities of daily living. Amanda’s knowledge of Aston Kinetics is extensive, and she is a fantastic teacher. I love the Aston concept of working with your body, including your individual limitations, to maximize your ability to move safely and with markedly less pain. Thank you, Amanda!”

~ Lara, Denver, CO

 Aston-Patterning’s use of coaching & hands-on bodywork makes it truly unique and effective

“Over the years, I have tried virtually every kind of bodywork there is to relieve my pain, and to improve my posture and movement in daily activities, including my musical activities. While previous techniques have provided limited relief, Aston-Patterning has had the most profound change both in my posture and movement. Aston-Patterning’s use of momentum in action, along with hands-on bodywork, make it truly unique and effective. Amanda is very knowledgeable about anatomy and movement, as well as how different kinds of musicians make use of their bodies during practice and performance.  I highly recommend Aston Kinetics for any practicing musician and singer, and Amanda Skidmore as an especially skillful practitioner, with personal knowledge and experience working with musicians and singers.”

~ Allison C, Falls Church, VA