Vision for Enrichment (VFE) is a team of Certified Massage Practitioners providing sport specific manual therapy. VFE therapists are trained to apply specific techniques and modalities of deeper tissue work that are utilized to achieve quicker recovery, increased physical mobility, and pain reducing results.
The treatment VFE provides is not a standard massage routine, but rather a personalized treatment session based on a consultation of your individual needs and goals. VFE strives to provide ongoing support and education pertaining to the physical issue at hand, assessing root problematic areas contributing to the athlete's concern.
The treatment VFE provides is not a standard massage routine, but rather a personalized treatment session based on a consultation of your individual needs and goals. VFE strives to provide ongoing support and education pertaining to the physical issue at hand, assessing root problematic areas contributing to the athlete's concern.
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I have been doing CrossFit for 4 years and olympic lifting for 2 years, this huge interest makes me want to know more about human's body and how it works. CrossFit has helped me a lot with understanding client issues that they have and how to address them. I have been practicing massaging for a year and still constantly pursuing different and better ways to help clients.
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Levon M.
Jan 07, 2022
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Sarah N.
Jan 03, 2022
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I've been seeing Angel for a few years now, and love the community Rich and VFE have built so I am a huge supporter of this business!
Angel understands the demands of training as a fellow weightlifter and can easily pinpoint any tightness or problem areas that contribute to any aches and pains I have. I always feel so much better after our sessions and she really listens to my needs. Angel has helped me through some minor injuries and just general upkeep of my body so i can continue to train hard 3-4 days a week. Much love to you and VFE and so happy to have you in Pasadena!
Angel understands the demands of training as a fellow weightlifter and can easily pinpoint any tightness or problem areas that contribute to any aches and pains I have. I always feel so much better after our sessions and she really listens to my needs. Angel has helped me through some minor injuries and just general upkeep of my body so i can continue to train hard 3-4 days a week. Much love to you and VFE and so happy to have you in Pasadena!
Genevieve B.
Jan 01, 2022
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This review is for Angel.
I was looking for ways to improve my performance, and I have found that seeing Angel is key!
She is extremely knowledgeable has fixed an injury I have had with ease. I now am pain free and with much improved flexibility. I continue to see Angel to improve my training and deal with any fatigued areas from working out.
In addition Angel is a pleasure to be around. She also makes it safe during covid with all guidelines adhered to.
I was looking for ways to improve my performance, and I have found that seeing Angel is key!
She is extremely knowledgeable has fixed an injury I have had with ease. I now am pain free and with much improved flexibility. I continue to see Angel to improve my training and deal with any fatigued areas from working out.
In addition Angel is a pleasure to be around. She also makes it safe during covid with all guidelines adhered to.
Ismael G.
Dec 31, 2021
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Perry Z.
Dec 31, 2021
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I heard about this place from a friend and haven't gone anywhere else since! Angel works on both my dad and I and we couldn't be happier. Both of us have been going to chiros for over a decade and i feel as if we've finally been able to find someone to address the root of our pains. I have and will continue to recommend Angel to anyone who is hurting.
V. B.
Dec 31, 2021
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Mark M.
Dec 31, 2021
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This review is for Angel! I've been seeing her weekly for about 1.5-2 hour sessions in order to keep my body in peak performance shape. I work 6-7 days/week and my job is physically demanding. On top of work I try to workout 3-5x/week doing a mix of crossfit, running, outdoorsy stuff, and bodybuilding. I do mobility regularly but it get's to a point where I need my muscles to get manually worked on.
That's where Angel comes in! Since I've seen her, I haven't sustained any major injuries from keeping my muscles loosened up and addressing any aches/pains that occurred from
That's where Angel comes in! Since I've seen her, I haven't sustained any major injuries from keeping my muscles loosened up and addressing any aches/pains that occurred from
Johnny D.
Dec 31, 2021
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I have been seeing Angel for around 3 years now.
In the beginning, she was helping me keep my body in good function as I prepared for World Championships in Brazilian Jiujitsu. The rigors I put my body through were intense but Angel's weekly treatments keep me in good standing.
As of late, she has been an essential part of me staying functional in the gym and life.
She is smart and understands the demands the body goes through. She keeps her work area very clean and I have felt safe every time I visit her for treatment.
As a gym owner and coach, I have sent many of my clients to her
In the beginning, she was helping me keep my body in good function as I prepared for World Championships in Brazilian Jiujitsu. The rigors I put my body through were intense but Angel's weekly treatments keep me in good standing.
As of late, she has been an essential part of me staying functional in the gym and life.
She is smart and understands the demands the body goes through. She keeps her work area very clean and I have felt safe every time I visit her for treatment.
As a gym owner and coach, I have sent many of my clients to her
James B.
Dec 31, 2021
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Annie Y.
Dec 28, 2021
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I've been going to Rich for years and He's the best there is. Rich has been doing this for a long time and knows exactly what it is that is wrong with you and will pin point that area and fix it. I crossfit so I have aches and pain every once in awhile that needs to be worked on. When I notice there is something off with my body, I go to Rich to get it fixed before it gets worse.
Mayra L.
Dec 23, 2021
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Running & training isn't all we need to toe the line, but also good body work to ensure we get to the race injury or pain free. I've been going Rich/VFE since 2016 and it's been the best decision. I went to him for an injury I had, before seeing him I was off running for 5 months until he worked on me, he got me back & I've never left him since. I go for general maintenance, when I'm training and always before race weekend. I try to see him month because I know my body appreciates the work. Appreciate you and your work Rich, thank you!
Rosanna S.
Dec 23, 2021
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Four years ago (Oct 2017), I stepped into the Vision For Enrichment (VFE) office in Pasadena, highly recommended by my trail runner/triathlete friend. I came in with a minor knee injury that had continued to bother me during my training for 2 back to back 50km races in Oct/Nov 2017). I longed to get the right treatments so I could continue with my passion in Trail Running. After a couple of sessions with Rich (owner/founder) of VFE prior to the races my knee felt great (No Pain) and the race experiences was spectacular. My legs felt strong and knee very stable. This allowed me to really enjoy
Garcia J.
Dec 23, 2021
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Without the consistent sports massage work Rich has given me throughout the years, there's no way I'd be trail running and racing healthy. I first hobbled on to his table before a race injured in 2015 and have been injury free ever since. His professionalism, respectfulness, integrity and sports psychology keeps me coming back. My Hips, Quads, Hammy's, Calves stay fresh
Douglas B.
Dec 23, 2021
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Chantal C.
Jun 17, 2021
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I am getting therapies from Rich, on the recommendation of several runner friends. He's helping me with some very overworked muscles due to living with osteoarthritis in one knee, and total knee replacement on the other one. Rich is very knowledgeable and totally on board with helping me to reach my lifestyle and fitness goals. He's an important part of my fitness squad. The sooner you take care of your niggles and pings, the sooner you'll be functioning optimally.
Dennis M.
May 07, 2021
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If you're an elite athlete or just a regular gym goer, if you have muscle tightness anywhere in your body, you definitely have to come and get work done with them! Rich, the owner is the nicest person you will ever meet. He connected me with Angel who I have been getting work on the past few years and she will help you get where you need to be! Im a big guy about 300LBS and lately my hamstrings and calves have been super tight. I'm able to run now for about 20 minutes on the treadmill with no tightness or pain!
Michael O.
Jul 20, 2019
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Back pain , sciatica , muscle aches, muscle spasms, pain, ddd, nerve pain, stabbing pain, injuries, preventative care, routine maintenance. I swear that she knows more than any other MT, or PT. She's the only person I trust to work on my back. She is helping me avoid another major surgery. She does deep tissue massage and cupping and stretching and even researches for you, she's part of your care team as far as I'm concerned. 10 stars if I could.
Back pain , sciatica , muscle aches, muscle spasms, pain, ddd, nerve pain, stabbing pain, injuries, preventative care, routine maintenance. I swear that she knows more than any other MT, or PT. She's the only person I trust to work on my back. She is helping me avoid another major surgery. She does deep tissue massage and cupping and stretching and even researches for you, she's part of your care team as far as I'm concerned. 10 stars if I could.
Jan Z.
Jun 19, 2019
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Everyone loves a good, relaxing massage right? One that eases your aching muscles and puts you to sleep because you're so relaxed, with scented oils, cucumbers for your eyes, and soothing music, amirite? Well, I'll tell you now: you won't be getting that here. However, what you'll end up getting is so much better!
I had my first experience with VFE after running on a Saturday with the Whittier Pacers, a local running club. I had a demo massage with Ken. After just a few minutes, he was identifying and treating issues and problem areas that years of lower quality massages at
I had my first experience with VFE after running on a Saturday with the Whittier Pacers, a local running club. I had a demo massage with Ken. After just a few minutes, he was identifying and treating issues and problem areas that years of lower quality massages at
Eimanne Z.
Mar 15, 2019
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See Julio!!!! Oh my gosh, I love this place. Everyone there is so friendly, but if you're a runner especially, Julio is the best sports massage therapist ever! I try to send every person I know here because what he can do for you is pure magic.
I'm training for my first 100 mile race and that means putting in more miles than I ever have, and thanks to Julio, I'm also feeling better than I ever have and am totally injury free! I've always had flare ups with my hips and knees or calves and back as I start to get those miles up, but not this year.
I've also always done
I'm training for my first 100 mile race and that means putting in more miles than I ever have, and thanks to Julio, I'm also feeling better than I ever have and am totally injury free! I've always had flare ups with my hips and knees or calves and back as I start to get those miles up, but not this year.
I've also always done
Elsie L.
Jan 08, 2019
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I started going to a Rich a few years back when my R.A was causing my muscles to stiffen up. I was having a very hard time walking, I was up to 800 milligrams of Ibuprofen per day, my legs were swollen and I had tried all sorts of balms and even tried pool therapy. Nothing seemed to work. It never occurred to me to visit a sports massage therapist till another doctor suggested it. I made an appointment, hobbled my way to his office and for the first time in weeks I finally felt relief and hope that things would get better. It took various sessions before I could walk normal again. It would take
Julie Elkins
Aug 23, 2016
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