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Physical therapy, rehab, massage, and personal training
Eliminate chronic back pain for good.
Strong For Life combines physical therapy, rehabilitation, massage, and practical strength work to resolve pain at the source and keep you moving well.
5.0
Google rating
200+
Client reviews
Marcel Salazar, Physical Therapist and Founder
Trusted by clients across the Costa del Sol.
What we treat
Clinic services under one roof
From acute pain to long-term performance - six focused services delivered by a clinician-led team in Calahonda.
Back pain
Root-cause assessment and treatment for acute, chronic, and post-injury back pain.
Neck pain
Targeted therapy for stiffness, postural strain, headaches, and referred nerve pain.
Massage
Therapeutic, sports, and deep-tissue massage to release tension and aid recovery.
Dry needling
Precision needling to deactivate trigger points, reduce pain, and restore movement.
Rehabilitation
Structured post-injury and post-surgical rehab to rebuild strength and confidence.
Personal training
Strength-led personal training that bridges rehab and long-term performance.
Testimonials
What our clients say
5.0 based on 200+ Google reviews - hear first-hand from our community.
24 latest Google reviews
Google
“Je tiens à remercier chaleureusement M. Marcel pour son accueil si agréable, sa gentillesse et son grand professionnalisme. Je souffrais énormément des mollets et du bas du dos, et grâce à son expertise, j'ai ressenti un réel soulagement. Il prend le temps d'écouter attentivement ses clients afin de comprendre précisément l'origine du problème et d'y apporter une solution adaptée. Son savoir-faire, sa bienveillance et son implication font toute la différence. Je le recommande sans hésitation à toute personne recherchant un praticien compétent et à l'écoute. Un immense merci, M. Marcel, pour votre aide précieuse ! Bouazza”
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Bouazza El asbat
Google review
Google
“Gran profesional, llegue con un problema de cervicales que me probocaba una gran congestion de cabeza que ni con relajantes musculares era capaz de calmar, me trato y la mejoria fue inminente, ya al acabar la sension la sensacion de alivio era presente, ademas de recuperar movilidad del cuello y perdida de dolor asociado, muy contento con el trato y el tratamiento, totalmente recomendable sus servicios de 10.”
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Cesar T
Google review
Google
“Marcel came recommended to us when I was looking for a physio for my mum who was recovering from surgery after breaking her hip. We couldn’t be happier. Marcel came to the house to work with mum shortly after her fall and over the weeks, helped get her on her feet. He’s kind, patient and encouraging, not to mention knowledgeable. We would recommend him to anyone, 10/10. Thank you Marcel, we are so appreciative 🙏🏻”
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Danni Whelan
Google review
Our services
Care built around how you live
Over 20 years of specialized expertise in root-cause elimination. 93% of clients report significant pain reduction within 30 days.
Pain relief that lasts
Targeted assessment and hands-on treatment for back, neck, and joint pain - not just to manage symptoms, but to eliminate the root cause.
- Back and neck pain specialist care
- Postural assessment and correction
- Dry needling for trigger-point release
- Clear at-home plan between sessions
Therapeutic treatments
Evidence-led massage, dry needling, and manual therapy to release tension, improve circulation, and speed recovery between training blocks.
- Therapeutic and sports massage
- Dry needling and cupping
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Movement and mobility restoration
Rehab and personal training
An on-site studio designed to bridge rehab and long-term performance. Get back to golf, padel, and the active life you love - stronger than before.
- 1-on-1 personal training
- Strength and conditioning programs
- Pilates and functional movement
- Return-to-sport coaching
About the founder
Meet our team
Strong For Life is led by Marcel Salazar - a hands-on physical therapist focused on pain relief, rehab, and long-term strength.
Marcel Salazar
Physical Therapist & Founder
What we offer
Benefits that keep you moving
Every session combines clinical assessment, hands-on treatment, and practical guidance so you leave stronger than you arrived.
- Physical Therapy
- Fluent English Speaking
- Improve Performance
- Personal Training
- Dry Needling
- Eliminate Pain
- Postural Assessment
- Nutritional Advice
- Back Pain Specialist
- Identify Problem/Find a Solution
Our community
Happy faces of happy customers
Over the past 6 years we have retained a 5-star rating on all of our review platforms. Here are some of the people we've worked with.
YouTube
Latest videos from Strong For Life
Movement advice, treatment guidance, and clinic updates from Marcel's YouTube channel.
Blog
Latest articles
Practical advice on pain, movement, and rehabilitation from the Strong For Life clinic.
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