Testimonials

“I highly recommend Sarah McGill and the McGill Method. Prior to working with Sarah, I’d tried endless self-help back/hip videos, doctors and physical therapists. I was unable to work, run, drive, sit, stand, or travel to see my aging mother. I was very discouraged and knew I needed a more thorough diagnosis and healing approach. My MRI showed disc bulges & herniation.

I’d seen videos on the McGill Method which incorporates a more thorough diagnosis and evidence-based steps to heal. I read the book, “Back Mechanic”. It struck me as scientific, pragmatic, and safe. I wanted to get coaching in the McGill Method, but I couldn’t travel without inflaming the nerves.

Sarah McGill agreed to help me via video call. After six weeks, my back is much better. I have found her coaching approach to be safe, gentle, gradual, and effective.

Sarah is a great listener and her experience allows her to present the info in a variety of ways so I can understand/visualize it. I intend to continue with her coaching to fully heal my back, integrate healthier movement patterns, and rebuild my athletic abilities. I wish I’d done this my whole life.”

– Michael Kelley Harris, Software Engineer, amateur runner and gardener

“I’ve struggled with back injuries for my entire adult life, and have tried most available options, from medications to physio to surgery. Despite experiencing temporary relief after surgery, back pain and sciatica have continued to be a dominant feature of my day-to-day life. As a physician, I systematically applied multiple evidence-based rehabilitation strategies with frustratingly mediocre results.

Sarah and her application of the McGill Method have provided me with fantastic results comparable to the best possible surgical outcome. Crucially, she achieved this without the risk of potentially dire surgical complications. I almost certainly would have undergone another surgical procedure without her help, and I am incredibly grateful for her life-changing care. Her prescribed rehabilitation program required minimal time commitment and was extremely easy to integrate into my daily routine.

I highly recommend Sarah and the McGill Method to anyone struggling with back pain.”

– Brendan Kelliher

“After several years of severe lower back problems with no lasting solutions, I finally had an MRI and discovered that bone fragments had broken off my vertebrae. In my experience, the public medical system isn’t designed to help people fully understand the implications of issues like this—or how to manage them in everyday life while staying active and exercising safely. 

Eventually, I heard about the McGill Method on a podcast and read Back Mechanic. Since Sarah McGill’s practice is close to Victoria, I booked an appointment.

Over the course of three sessions, Sarah thoroughly reviewed my MRI and assessed my back through detailed physical testing. She helped me understand the underlying causes of my pain and how to avoid daily movements that trigger it. She also coached me through a personalized exercise program, which I’ve now been following for a year.

This process has truly changed my life. I now understand the source of my back problems and have an exercise plan that keeps me active and helps prevent future flare-ups. Sarah continues to provide excellent support whenever I have questions, whether by email or online meetings.

If you’re struggling with back pain, I highly recommend seeing Sarah. Don’t give up on living an active life—there is real, effective help available.” 

– Heath Bolster