Back Pain Reset

Pain is not the end.
It’s a message to begin.

Learn a new way forward

Most chronic back pain isn’t caused by a single weak muscle or bad movement.

It’s the result of protective patterns your nervous system learned over time.

I help people restore internal support, coordination, and trust in their bodies — so movement feels safe and reliable again.

Your back pain isn’t permanent.
Discover the root patterns behind it — and the path toward real relief.

Franklin Method Level 1

Why nothing you’ve tried has fully worked

If you’ve been dealing with chronic pain for a while, you’ve probably gone looking for help.

You may have worked with chiropractors.
Massage therapists.
Osteopaths.
Energy workers.
Pilates or movement instructors.

Maybe some of it helped — briefly. Maybe you felt relief for a day, a week, or a month.

But the pain kept coming back. Or it never really left.

That’s because most of these approaches address what the body is doing — without addressing why the nervous system is organizing that way in the first place.

When pain becomes chronic, the issue usually isn’t a single muscle, joint, or structure.

It’s a system that has learned to protect itself — through holding, bracing, and tension — often long after the original threat has passed.

Until those protective patterns are understood and reorganized, relief remains temporary.

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How your nervous system shapes your body

We are shaped by our environment — stress, injury, relationships, and repeated experiences.

Over time, the nervous system learns where it needs to hold, brace, or protect.Those adaptations land in the body as habitual tension, banded holding patterns, and loss of coordination between regions.

These patterns aren’t flaws.They’re intelligent responses to past conditions.

Pain often persists not because something is broken — but because the system hasn’t yet reorganized around safety and support.

My work focuses on helping the nervous system update those patterns, so the body no longer has to protect in the same way.

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How relief actually happens

I don’t promise quick fixes or symptom chasing.

In my work, relief is a byproduct — not the goal.

As internal support, coordination, and nervous-system safety are restored, people often notice less bracing, more confidence in movement, fewer flare-ups, and strength showing up where it never did before.

Relief happens naturally when the body no longer needs to compensate.

The Morales Method

Integration and Safety

The Morales Method integrates nervous-system education, embodied awareness, breath-centered support, and developmental movement principles.

Rather than forcing change, we work with the system — helping it reorganize from the inside out.

  • Restore internal support through breath and coordination
  • Reduce protective tension without forcing release
  • Rebuild stability through nervous-system safety
  • Integrate strength and movement without compensation
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What changes when your body no longer has to protect

The change is often subtle at first.

Movement feels less guarded.
People stop holding themselves together.
Balance and strength improve without forcing it.
Pain becomes less central — not because it was fixed, but because the system no longer needs it as a signal.

Most importantly, people stop managing their bodies — and start inhabiting them again.

Praise for the Morales Method:

Michael helped me to understand the root cause of my back issues and how to connect with my body to strengthen my core. My back pain is no longer a daily issue and I no longer need to manage symptoms of pain. I am stronger and can now move with confidence.

Tom Ward

Before practicing the Morales Method, my back would often ‘go out,’ leaving me immobilized and in pain. After just a few weeks working with Michael, that stopped completely. My core grew stronger, and I no longer thought of myself as someone with a ‘bad back.’

Tsultrim Allione

I came to Michael struggling with sciatica and chronic lower-back pain.He introduced me to simple tools to release tension and ease nerve pain. Michael is a natural teacher: soft-spoken, patient, and deeply knowledgeable. His blend of expertise, keen observation, and intuition helped me understand my body and heal.

Augusta Talbot

Coaching Options

Personalized, 1:1 support for chronic pain and movement confidence

Weekly Integrative Support

4 sessions per month · 60 minutes each

Best for rebuilding safety, reducing flare-ups, and creating momentum.

Bi-Weekly Foundational Support

2 sessions per month · 60 minutes each

Best for steady integration once pain is more stable.

Coaching Options

When you’re ready for personalized, 1:1 support

All Morales Method sessions are:
• 60 minutes
• $150 per session

The difference between options is how much support and continuity your body receives each month.

Most clients begin with weekly support and naturally transition to bi-weekly sessions as stability and confidence return.

Begin

Weekly Integrative Support

4 sessions per month
60 minutes each


Best for rebuilding safety, reducing flare-ups, and creating momentum.

Continue

Bi-Weekly Foundational Support

2 sessions per month
60 minutes each


Best for steady integration once pain is more stable.

Your back pain isn’t permanent.

Discover the root patterns and the path toward real relief

“Your body isn’t the problem — it’s the path.”

Begin your journey from awareness to embodiment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Questions people often ask before we start

What if I don’t have time?

The work we do is designed to fit into real life, not take it over. Most practices are short and intentional, and many can be woven into what you’re already doing—like sitting at your desk, walking, or getting ready for bed.

Will this work for someone like me (my age, history, or situation)?

Yes. This work is personalized and adapts to your body, history, and nervous system capacity. We’re not following a script; we’re working with what’s true for you right now.

What if I invest and don’t see results?

We track progress in multiple ways: changes in pain, how safe your body feels, your confidence in movement, and how you meet stress. If something isn’t shifting, we adjust together. This is a guided process, not a rigid protocol.

How is this different? I’ve tried PT, workouts, and other approaches.

Most approaches focus on isolated parts or push you to move more. We focus on support and safety first—reconnecting breath, inner core, and nervous system—so your body can actually respond and keep the changes.

Do I need to be fit, flexible, or “good at exercise” to start?

Not at all. Many clients begin while in pain, deconditioned, or unsure how to move. That’s exactly who this work is designed for.

What if movement has made my pain worse in the past?

That’s a common concern. We move slowly, intentionally, and only when your body shows readiness. The goal is to rebuild trust, not push through pain or fear.

Is this just breathing and mindfulness?

Breath and awareness are the foundation, not the finish line. They restore inner support so we can reintroduce movement and strength safely and effectively.

How long does it take to see change?

Many people notice shifts in tension, pain, or confidence early on. Deeper, lasting change happens progressively as your body relearns support and stability at its own pace.

If you’ve been told “nothing is wrong” or “just strengthen your core,” this work offers a different starting point — one that listens to your body first.

Perfection not required

You don’t need to be pain-free or “fit” to begin

You just need to be open to connecting with your body in a new way