ANDY STEIGMEIER

Pain Specialist

Therapeutic Bodyworker

Wilderness Instructor

In Person Office: Mt. Kisco, NY

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ABOUT ANDY

Andy is a pain specialist integrating positional therapy and therapeutic exercise for the treatment of chronic and acute pain, pre/post surgical therapy, muscle weakness/imbalance and injuries. He is a licensed massage therapist and strength and conditioning specialist, with a mission to help individuals live pain free without surgery or medications.

Andy is also an outdoor educator teaching children and adults the philosophy and physical skills of wilderness living. Andy received his first introduction to survival training while in the Marine Corps. After that time he was introduced to primitive skills in a workshop with Cody Lundin in Arizona. Years later he was introduced to Children of the Earth Foundation and the Tom Brown Jr. Tracker School and spent many years taking classes as a student and volunteer. Today, Andy continues to volunteer at the Tracker School as well as 4 Elements Earth Education. Andy is also involved with the Boy Scouts of America as an Assistant Scout Master and Wilderness Survival merit badge counselor.

Andy has studied health and wellness since 1991. He is a graduate of Arizona State University BA program in Communication and Business. He went on to serve honorably in the United States Marine Corps for a total of 8 years. Andy also worked in corporate operations management for 10 years and left to follow a calling in the field of health and wellness. Having a personal history of multiple sports injuries and surgeries, Andy was interested in natural pain remedies and healing. He became a certified strength and conditioning specialist, working for a highly respected sports medicine practice in Manhattan, New York administering post surgical rehabilitation protocols. Integrating his business background and passions for healing, Andy became a licensed therapeutic body worker and established The Center for Health and Healing with his wife Melanie Ryan. Now Andy is merging his two passions, natural healing and the skills and knowledge of wilderness living to form Ancient Wisdom Today with Melanie.

Ancient Wisdom Today is all about getting to the root of our humanity, healing mind, body and spirit and understanding who we are at the core of our existence and maximizing that potential.

THERAPEUTIC BODYWORKER

Positional Therapy

Initial Assessment - 90 minutes
Follow up appointments - 60 minutes

Strength and Conditioning / Therapeutic Exercise

Sessions can be 60 - 90 minutes based on your needs

ABOUT POSITIONAL THERAPY:

Positional Therapy is a gentle, effective therapy for the treatment of chronic and acute muscular pain, increasing range of motion, and correcting posture, muscle imbalance, and body alignment, all while clients are fully clothed. IPT is founded on the osteopathic techniques of Strain/Counter-strain and Muscle Energy Technique. Strain/Counter-strain slackens a muscle and makes it shorter, while Muscle Energy Technique stretches a muscle and makes it longer. These techniques are highly effective for Lower Back Pain, Hips, Tension Headaches, Neck Pain, TMJ, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Tennis/Golf Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Sciatica, Knee Pain, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromyalgia, and more. Wear loose-fitting comfortable clothing for sessions.

PAIN TREATMENTS

Treatment sessions are never rushed and rarely does a client have to wait for their session to begin. Andy’s assessments, treatments and wellness plans are based on the philosophy of Integrated Positional Therapy. He may also weave in other well- known therapy techniques as needed such as, NMT, massage, heat, connective tissue therapy, Shiatsu, reflexology, and Reiki blending both Eastern and Western healing arts. Andy educates his clients on basic muscle and bone anatomy to help them gain clarity about the root cause(s) of their pain. He also teaches clients breathing techniques; correct movement patterns as well as proper form for all of the therapeutic exercises he outlines in their individual wellness plan. Andy believes that his unique mix of treatment skills gives his clients the best opportunity to gain harmony in the body and keep it pain free.

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING / THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE:

Therapeutic exercise (corrective exercise) is the systematic execution of a wellness plan including physical movements or activities intended to correct mal-alignments in the body that are the root cause(s) of pain. The goal is to empower individuals to reverse muscle imbalances and prevent future impairments of body functions and structures. Therapeutic Exercise Wellness Plans enhance sports performance, reduce injury risk, optimize overall health, and enhance fitness and well-being.

Andy custom designs your unique Therapeutic Exercise Wellness Plan during your session. This design is influenced by the examination findings and or medical diagnosis indicated. As with any type of therapy, each plan is designed to correct the specific areas. Plans are evaluated and modified as indicated by an individual’s progress and response to the plan. Therapeutic exercise works systematically and brings about positive changes in the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, circulatory system as well as the endocrine system.

Therapeutic Exercise Wellness Plans (TEWP) may include:

muscular conditioning or reconditioning
body mechanics training
breathing exercises
coordination and balance exercises
muscle lengthening
muscle strengthening
movement pattern training
neuromuscular education or reeducation
range of motion exercises and soft
soft tissue stretching
relaxation exercises
power and endurance exercises

Overall Therapeutic Exercise Wellness Plans (TEWP) promote:

relaxation and the release of tension and pain
increase muscle strength and endurance as well as mobility of joints and soft tissues
develops coordination through improved control of individual muscles

WILDERNESS SKILLS INSTRUCTOR

Andy is an outdoor educator teaching children and adults the philosophy and physical skills of wilderness living. He received his first introduction to survival training while in the Marine Corps. After that time he was introduced to primitive skills in a workshop with Cody Lundin in Arizona. Years later Andy was introduced to Children of the Earth Foundation and the Tom Brown Jr. Tracker School and spent many years taking classes as a student and volunteer.

Today, Andy continues to volunteer at the Tracker School and 4 Elements Earth Education Family Program. Andy is also involved with the Boy Scouts of America as an Assistant Scout Master and Wilderness Merit Badge Counselor. He is excellent at teaching skills in a way that makes it easy and fun. Andy brings humor and playfulness to his Earth Skills Programs and it is clear how much he loves connecting people to the Earth and ancestral ways.

For list of Wilderness Skill Programs with Andy go to Wilderness Skills Page.

ANDY'S TESTIMONIALS

CLUB CHAMPION GOLFER, JUPITER, FL

I can’t thank you enough for freeing up the pain I suffered with my left shoulder. Not only were you able to rehab my shoulder to improve my golf game but you have also put me in the best shape of my life. My body at 67 years old has the strength of a 30 year old hitting the golf ball past competitors much younger than me. Yep I’m way out there with the Big Boys again. Thank you and I would recommend your services to anyone. Best, J

IN HER 60’s, CHRONIC PAIN, PUTNAM COUNTY, NY

Andy has a calm and practical approach to treating chronic pain. He listens well and has a gentle but firm touch. I always look forward to my appointments and feel more open and stretched out when I leave. His exercise recommendations are realistic and on point, and easy to incorporate into my daily routines. I am in my 60’s and I feel like Andy is a partner in dealing with the inevitable physical challenges that come with the years. Thanks Andy!

PRE-HIP REPLACEMENT, NYC

It was a pleasure to work with Andy. Andy guided me through pre-operative strengthening as well as therapy for relief from an existing chronic pain condition in my hips and back. Andy’s gentle nature, knowledge of human physiology, work ethic and personal encouragement techniques make him a master at his craft.

PGA HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL, BEDFORD, NY

As a late 60’s golf professional the stretches and exercises suggested by Andy have maintained my ability to enjoy both my profession and the wonderful game of Golf!

FROM CHRONIC PAIN TO HARMONY, BREWSTER, NY

I have been an active client of Andy for several years. Andy’s techniques have taken me from tears to smiles. The combination of gentle stretching, exercises, and helpful postural and muscle training tips has helped me maintain reduce and often eliminate pain in my lower back, legs, neck and arms. Andy has a confident voice, contributing to the relaxation and focus needed during the sessions. My experience with Andy’s pain management techniques has been positive and rewarding. My mind, body, heart and soul are thankful for Andy and his healing methods!

FROM A GRATEFUL CLIENT, CHAPPAQUA, NY

It is with deep and profound gratitude that I share some thoughts about the most amazing pain specialist who utilizes positional therapy and therapeutic exercise to empower weary clients to remember and reconnect to their own inner healing light. Helping a person to reignite wholeness back into their life is the most precious gift anyone can give or receive. Thank you for sharing your inner light and igniting the inner light of your clients, inspiring and enthusing them to bring balance to their body, mind and spirit. From: a grateful client to a true healer.

PSYCHOTHERAPIST, NEW YORK

Andy is a true miracle worker. I myself have used him and sent many of my friends and clients to him and we all have felt immediate relief. It’s amazing that such a gentle treatment can be so effective and powerful. Highly recommend!

HOMEOPATH, NEW YORK

Andy is a true healer and a true listener. He understands the human body with great finesse. His healing touch is so gentle but powerful at the same time. Andy is truly one of the most amazing and unique body workers, very few like him.

AVID GOLFER, SCARSDALE, NY

I have worked with Andy for the last 5 years. The results I have achieved are tremendous. I am an avid golfer and my flexibility has improved dramatically. Andy's expertise and holistic approach to my health and wellbeing have greatly

helped my quality of life.

YOGA INSTRUCTOR, FORMER DANCER, NEW YORK

Andy is extremely professional, kind and highly educated on anatomy and pain relief. He helped me tremendously when I had metatarsalgia in both feet. I received treatment, stretches and strengthening exercises that got to the root cause of my pain. Now, if I feel that similar foot pain I know what to do.

TENNIS PROFESSIONAL, GREENWICH, CT

Over the years I have been treated by many physiotherapists from around the world but none with the approach and results I experienced with Andy. Andy was able to achieve results quicker and with a more gentle approach. I am truly amazed and overjoyed. I was back on the court quicker than I had expected and now understand the root cause of the pain.

AVID GOLFER, SCARSDALE, NY

Andy has helped me overcome many bouts of Vertigo. He has worked gently with me to improve my flexibility with strong focus on breaking up much scar tissue around my double knee replacement. He has helped me improve my overall activity in all aspects of my life. I am so impressed with his holistic approach and knowledge of the human skeletal system. I am very happy to be one of his clients.

PSYCHOLOGIST, NEW YORK

I highly recommend Andy for his deep knowledge of healing and his ability to understand and address pain quickly and professionally. He has an incredible ability to heal and provide swift relief. Andy is truly gifted!

AUTHOR, ENERGY HEALER, RHINEBECK, NY

Andy’s work is very insightful and freed up parts of my body that had been locked and uncomfortable for an extended period of time. After a session with him my body was in a deeper place of freedom.

AYURVEDIC COUNSELOR, YOGA INSTRUCTOR, NEW YORK

Andy is a skilled and knowledgeable specialist who helped me relieve my plantar fasciitis with simple exercises and natural protocols within two months. It has been almost a year since I worked with him and there has been no recurrence. I highly recommend seeking his services.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYER, NEW YORK

As a collegiate football player I tend to get tightness in my hips, resulting in aching pain. The sessions I’ve had with Andy have helped me immensely in reducing the tightness and pain and improving my overall posture. Andy is clearly very experienced in the mind body connection and every session has been relaxing and helpful.

COLLEGE SWIMMER, CONNECTICUT

Two years ago I had recurring back pain. I had seen many orthopedic specialists but none could help me, as my condition did not require surgery. I learned about Andy through my uncle whom is a former patient and he recommended I see him. I’m so glad that I did see Andy, he treated me and explained how my pelvis was imbalanced and that was the cause of my back pain. He gave me specific stretches and exercises and ensured that I knew how to perform them correctly. I now have very little pain and last year was my best year ever as a competitive swimmer!

MOVEMENT THERAPIST, FORMER PROFESSIONAL DANCER, NYC

Andy is one of our National Treasures. He is knowledgeable, pleasant, humorous and, of course, talented. He is a protégé of the Positional Therapist who put the modality “on the map” and that originally led me to him. As a movement teacher and therapist, I am always sensitive to how bodywork professionals use their skills. I can say with conviction that Andy is a fine holistic healing professional, with a great future.

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