I attended Marcel on 3 occasions with chronic calf strain in my left leg. I had been suffering with it for about 8 weeks. He displayed great knowledge of the issue and all is now good as a result of his treatment I intend to visit him for maintenance treatment from time to time as I have an slight issue with my C spine which can require intervention at times. He was also quite knowledgeable in relation to the required treatment for this issue. I would highly recommend Marcel.

Our experience of Marcel's knowledge and manner has been excellent. Alex returned home after 70 days in hospital with multiple injuries, broken bones in his back, ribs, leg, and shattered knee, along with general trauma. From being wheelchair bound he is now walking with only a stick and continuing to improve. Thanks Marcel.

Thank you so much Marcel for working your magic on me 🙏. I had severe pain in my coccyx after sitting down for a while and it was just getting worst. I went to Marcel who is conveniently located in Calahonda and after a few visits including a few painful massages I felt AMAZING 👌. I could not believe the difference from the first time I went to the second time, to the third. Basically his massages and technique worked wonders for me. He also gave me some exercises to do. I highly recommend Marcel. I know I will be seeing him again for a check up visit.

I had a muscular problem with my back while on holiday in Malaga which was causing me discopmfort and low back pain when I walked any distance. A close friend recommended Marcel's Physical Therapy and I found a good analysis of the causes and effective therapies which greatly relieved the problem. I had three sessions with Marcel and this allowed me to continue my holiday comfortably. I would highly recommend his professionalism and the effective treatments he offers.

I initially came to see Marcel after tearing my rotator cuff in my right shoulder. I had very little movement in my shoulder and a great deal of pain. After only one session I had much more mobility in my shoulder. I have received 3 treatments (before returning to UK)consisting of various treatments, dry needling, tens, deep tissue release, heat and some manipulation. I now have a much better range of movements, Marcel has shown me a range of exercises to help strengthen my shoulder, although there is still a lot of pain I feel I am on the right road to recovery. Throughout Marcel has been helpful, friendly, professional, approachable and ensures you maintain your dignity at all times. It is obvious that Marcel certainly knows his stuff and that he doesn’t hold back No pain no gain 😂😳😖 I highly recommend him Thanks

Marcel is a fantastic physiotherapist he really knows his stuff! I found him via an advert and write up in the Olive Press newspaper online. I'd been dealing with general aches and pains for quite some time now and just lived with it. I've had 3 sessions with him now and I'm definitely feeling much better for it. I'd highly recommend Strong For Life!

Having suffered neck stiffness and developing long lasting headaches I visited Strong for Life. Marcel is a thoroughly professional physiotherapist, he identified the problem immediately and after an hours session I left his sugery absolutely relaxed and no more headaches since. Five star recommendation.

I have suffered a knee injury for almost a year with no one really knowing what the issue was until I visited Marcel at Strong for Life. Truly grateful I did as he thought the issue may be an ACL Ligament issue, he suggested I get an MRI scan or Eco scan but in the meantime eased my knee and lower glute region as I was becoming increasing stiff and in pain. Today I know it is this issue and cannot thank Marcel enough for the work he has done with me and the exercises to help at home too. Thoroughly recommended his expertise. 5* treatment for sure and THANK YOU x

Marcel is a complete professional! I had a bad back strain ( worse than any previous). He worked on my back twice per week for 4 weeks. Every session helped with my healing. I am now mobile again but now doing the exercises he recommended to prevent the same happening again.

I have had severe back pains for a while now and was recommended Marcel from Strong for Life. Since I've been having treatment, he has been able to remove the pain. Highly recommended!

During the course of my 10 day stay in Calahonda, I was lucky enough that Marcel was able to fit me in for three sessions. I hadn't realized how "broken" I was. Holiday is the perfect time for some self care, and I travelled home with a body in much better physical shape all thanks to Marcel's expertise. He was recommended to me by several people, word of mouth is the best form of advertising. And if you've read this far and decided to give him a go, you won't regret it.

Marcel is brilliant! After, having my first knee replacement I was kindly introduced to Marcel and for us both to find out -during his first session - that a week later I was to have my second knee replacement. Marcel amazing managed to get me back on my feet and ready to injure my next surgery. Once having both my knee replaced, Marcel gave me the believe through his knowledge and talent, that I would be able to cope with day to day activities, like getting up and out was made 100 times easier because of him and his work! My daily therapy enabled me to climb stairs, walk and swim! Much quicker than anyone, thank you Marcel!

Came across SFL, quite by chance. So grateful I did. Having visited previous practices several times. So impressed by SFL knowledge and expertise , bar none to previous experiences. Knowledgeable, Informative Patient, Listens to Your Specific Needs and Advises with Professionalism and Applies Therapy Treatment Perfectly. No hesitation to Recommending this Proffesional Practise 100%. Thankyou SFS the benefits have been and still are Amazing.

Strong for life’s new clinic in Calypso is easy to access off the main carretera A7, using the turn off at the CEPSA garage heading from la cala towards Calahonda. There is ample parking facilities around the area and so makes it easy to park. The clinic is very bright and airy with a reception area when you first walk in. The treatment room is also very welcoming with bright uplifting decor. There are big windows which makes the room very airy. The clinic has further treatments rooms which will made available in the future, so I look forward to seeing how Marcel develops his business. I first met Marcel back in early February as I was in agony with my back and leg. Marcel did a thorough consultation and advised me to get either an X-ray or MRI scan as he felt it was important to see exactly what the issues are with my back etc. I was very impressed that he informed me to do this. In the past other treatments I’ve had never mentioned having any form of scans etc! I have now been having quite a few treatments with Marcel to help alleviate the pain and to get me mobile. Marcel has been honest and upfront with stating that my treatments will be be on going as this is not a quick fix for my issues. However, I am walking without pain and feel more mobile. I am just happy that my pain is under control and I feel better able to manage my everyday life. 😀🤗 Marcel is very professional in his approach to his clients, He is easy to talk too and has an excellent rapport, making the treatments a easier when sometimes they can be a little painful. I feel comfortable in the knowledge that my back pain is being addressed with the right treatment plan. Thank you 🙏 so much Marcel. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Marcel to anyone who is having issues with pain or just needs to re access their posture/alignment of the body.

I’m very happy with my visits. I think Marcel’s approach is more holistic and from the beginning he seemed to step back from the local pain point and examine the entire area, unlike other physios. Helps that he’s a Padel player too. It’s friendly, informed, very helpful service. And the new venue is great!

Great experience - I can highly recommend Marcel! He is very professional, skilled and thorough. On top of the excellent results, he is very pleasant and funny. The best physical therapist I’ve been tried in Calahonda!

I am in the process of recovering from hip surgery at the end of last year. Everything went well and i am now pain free. I felt i needed some physiotherapy and Marcel was recommended to me by a friend. I went last month to ask his opinion on what i needed. He recommended some treatments to improve my flexibility and massage to ease tightness in my back and waist. After several sessions, i am feeling much more supple and stronger in my movements. I would recommend his services not only for his professional ability but also because of his understanding of what is needed physically.

Marcel could not have been more helpful! I was in pain, he was very accommodating and managed to see me the same day. Having quickly identified the issue he released some very tight muscles and made an immediate difference. He gave me good advice and got in contact the following day to see how I was. I'm now feeling a lot better and will have no hesitation in going to see Marcel regularly to prevent similar issues in the future. I would highly recommend you seeing Marcel.

Marcel was easy to book online and responded to a query almost instantaneously via WhatsApp. At the practice, parking is plentiful and Marcel has a consultative and friendly manner. He used a range of treatment methods to ease a neck issue. I had a follow up session a few days later and the symptoms continue to improve. I’d recommend the practice for sure.

I have been receiving treatment over the last few weeks from Marcel (at Strong For Life). He was quickly able to diagnose the issues relating to my injury, and as a result of the massage sessions (which at times were a little painful) & the exercise program the benefits were very apparent. I thoroughly recommend the service that he provides.

I have only been to Marcel a couple of times, both times for a problem caused by bad posture as I sit at my computer. I was experiencing neck and upper back and shoulder pain and also suffering a constant headache, which I believed was caused by the same issue. Within a short time, the headache stopped entirely and I have so much more mobility in my neck and shoulders now. It is well worth calling on his talents, because he was able to identify the problem and provide a solution so quickly.

I had pain in my lower leg , after walking for 20 mins had to stop because of the pain . Marcel got me walking again and gave me exercises to ensure it doesn’t come back My dog is extremely grateful that we can now walk for for than 20 minutes

Fantastic! I had severe pain in my lower back, down my leg.. my whole right side. Ibuprofen was doing nothing for me. I saw Marcel twice, but even after just one time it was so much better. The second trip was the icing on the cake. He performed some painful massage and gave me some exercises for self care. I recommend 100% and will visit again when in need. Funnily enough, after I found Marcel via a FB group, I also noticed a neighbour in my community recommended him to another neighbour, so that makes him a Body Guru in my book!

Made an appointment whilst on holiday and all 4 of the family ended up visiting with various ailments. Marcel was excellent and highly knowledgable.When explaining where our pains were he pinpointed them straight away explaining how they were being caused and what he could do to treat them. We have all seen huge improvements and would thoroughly recommend. We’ll definitely all visit when back again. Thanks

I've had pain in my upper back and tingling going through my right arm and hand for a long time. A friend recommended Marcel. Although I'm not all the way through my treatment, I'm surprised at the amount Marcel has reduced my issues. Marcel is very professional and it's clear he knows his stuff. I fully recommend.

Thank you Marcel you have be fantastic helping me recover from Covid! You are very professional and caring. I was too weak to go to your clinic..so you came to me!! I am still recovering slowly enjoying my new strength! and my breathing is much better. I would highly recommend having the treatment in your home which Marcel is very happy to do. Book him today because he is so busy..xx

I rolled my ankle quite badly & was finding it very painful in the weeks after. I booked in to see Marcel & from just one session I saw a massive improvement. Having now had 3 sessions in total, my ankle is now pain-free & back to normal. Marcel is super friendly & makes you feel at complete ease - I would absolutely recommend him to everyone!

A work colleague recommended Marcel at strong for life and he was excellent. Professional, attentive and understanding, he listened carefully as I described my symptoms and prepared a plan to get me back to full fitness. Throughout my treatment he always explained what he was doing and why and adapted as my condition changed. If you have any aches and pains and need professional help to feel better again I highly recommend you contact Marcel at strong for life.

I’m an aspiring golfer who has had a very long and strenuous off season with a lot of work on and off the golf course. Going to Strong for Life and getting work done in my body by Marcel has done wonders for me. Since I have started to work with Marcel I have gone almost every week. I have been to many other massage therapists, but non of them have been able to help me as much as Marcel has. My upper and lower back are feeling ready for the up coming season. With the help of a Theragun, some electric therapy and cupping my back is feeling better then ever. When I am back in town, I will go directly back. I highly recommend everyone and anyone to book a appointment ASAP to get the right work done on them, by a true professional.

I engaged the great professional services of Marcel @Strong For Life - La Cala De Mijas to help me with my rehabilitation/physio after I broke my ankle and had an operation in April 2021. Marcel has helped me to gain the confidence to walk again and pushes me harder each time we have a session to get to where I am today - I highly recommend Strong For Life and very grateful I found Marcel so thank you!

Marcel is extremely friendly and very professional. After one session the pain was a lot less in my lower back and he managed to get a lot of tension out of my shoulders and back muscles... he has just magic hands! Thank you Marcel for your dedication and hard work.

I can’t recommend Marcel highly enough. After 3 weeks limping around with a bad knee, I can finally walk normally again. The assessment before starting with the therapy was very thorough. He identified the problem exactly. Also, the advice on exercises post treatment was spot on. Many thanks, Marcel.

Marcel is absolutely fantastic. Not only is he a really lovely funny guy, he made my daughter and I feel relaxed and comfortable. He is a true professional and very knowledgeable. He has worked wonders on our back and neck after a car accident. Highly recommended, great service, good price & location.

Had a long lasting back problem that prevented me from playing football and general sports. After several sessions with Marcel I was pretty much fully recovered. Amazing service and he certainly knows what he’s doing.

Having endured various poor diagnosis or just a lack of belief in the treatment given, I googled "physios in La Cala" and got in touch with Marcel at Strong for Life. Suffering from back and knee pain which had put me out of padel tennis and football on and off for nearly 12 months, Marcel's treatment has been fantastic. His knowledge and experience is offered in a calm, relaxed manner and his advice has given me the confidence to feel that I am on the right track to full fitness. He will be my only port of call for any sports injuries and rehab going forward. Thanks Marcel!

Parhaista parhain! Sincerely one of the best physios Ive ever visited (and Ive visited quite a few over the years) - I came in, while here on holiday, with a strong acute pain in the back of my leg, affecting my ability to really properly walk. Marcel was able to diagnose it fast and release it significantly in a very short time. On top of that he also managed to point out, and partially treat, other more chronic type issues Ive been struggling with on my lower/mid body for the past few years. He is very skilled, takes his time to listen to you, and uses multiple different types of techniques. On top of that he has absolutely great sense of humor! It was a pleasure to work with him and Hope to be able to visit him at one point again. I can only warmly recommend him.

Just finished treatment with Marcel for a shoulder injury. Very happy with the results as I now have full movement of my shoulder once more. Marcel is definitely an excellent professional as well as being a very kind person with a good sense of humour and makes you feel at ease right away. Would definitely recommend him Thank you Marcel !!

I was recommended to Marcel by a friend. I had been having pain & sensitivity in my left achilles in recent months, so much so that it started to affect my left knee with more pain and a few weeks later my left hip. I had to stop walking any distance and even started to limp. I’m 52 and have never had any problems like this before. I didn’t want to see a doctor as knew they wouldn’t find the root cause and would probably give me anti-inflammatories. It was also getting me down as I felt so frustrated not being able to walk properly. One visit to Marcel and he immediately said it was a soft tissue problem with my left achilles. He treated me within the hour using various methods and gave me simple exercises to do at home. I walked out of his office on such a high as I felt such a release from the pain and frustration (& also genuine worry that it wasn’t going to get better). I highly recommend Marcel especially with all his knowledge and expertise. Thank you so much!

I suffer with back and neck pain and a friend recommended Marcel at Strong For Life. I've had 3 sessions with him and I can honestly say that I feel much better for it. I highly recommend Marcel, he is definitely an expert in his field.