“I'm 61. Two years ago, I tried to remove a giant, well-established bush in my garden with a shovel, and after digging around the root ball, I pulled it up with great force, pulling with my arms (without much leverage from my legs and core).

I know I was wrong and that it wasn't the correct method, and I paid for it with a terrible frozen shoulder. I only went to four physical therapist appointments, and after seeing no improvement, I stopped. Before this incident, I could rotate my arms back and forth without any problems (I'd been doing it since I was 15 with a towel). Afterward, I couldn't even lift my right arm, forget about putting it behind my back! I couldn't believe I couldn't do this exercise anymore!

After a few months, the frozen shoulder on the right then spread to the left shoulder. I continued to do stretching exercises on my own at home, occasionally but not consistently. I never took any medications, no nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, no aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or corticosteroids. Nothing. I only used a massage oil with anti-inflammatory and analgesic essential oils, herbal tinctures, and meristem therapy (plant bud extracts).
This was a real change ! I immediately began to feel improvement, week after week, day after day, until... my shoulder is no longer frozen and I can now swing my arms backwards like I did when I was 15!          S. - Ottawa

For a few years I have been suffering from arthritis and knee pain due to a car accident. While waiting to undergo surgery I asked Stefania to prepare me a product to at least ease the pain a little, without having to take medications. She prepared for me a massage oil with essential oils, specific for my condition and, I must say, I found great benefit, I feel much better when I apply it to my knee. Thanks Stefania for your precious advice !! Ivan T. (Quebec)

I had pain in the area near my ribs and despite using Voltaren cream the pain did not go away. I then started using the massage oil you gave me, once or twice a day, and the pain is going away. Thank you Stefania !
Paola - Milan, Italy

I received as a gift from my dearest Stefania the roll on oil for muscle and joint pain and with great satisfaction I found out that it really works. I had a sprain in my thumb and after applying the remedy I had a great benefit, the pain was reduced and almost disappeared, after less than an hour from the application, thanks Stefania.
Eliana Longo , Rome (Italy)

Working in the trades takes a toll on the body with already having 2 knee surgeries and shoulder and back pain, StefaniaÈs roll on oil has helped more than taking the Advil /Tylenol route to relive pain. I definitely recommend her to anyone trying to find a more natural way for pain and muscle relief. Alex, Ottawa

"I've found my new go-to muscle balm! This roll-on formula is a game-changer for soothing tired muscles. The application is effortless, and the cooling sensation provides instant relief. Whether it's post-workout soreness or just a long day, this muscle balm has become my trusted companion. The blend of ingredients is not only effective but also has a pleasant, refreshing scent. I highly recommend it for anyone in need of targeted muscle relief." J. M. Ottawa

“I have slight arthritis in my left knee. I also injured my knee earlier this year and am undergoing physiotherapy. I recently started using Stefania’s massage oil (with rosemary, juniper, black pepper) for knee pain. Almost instantaneously, the massage oil helped reduce the swelling and pain in my knee. I am very grateful to Stefania for this product.
Deborah K., Ottawa

"I met Mrs. Borrelli on the train, that morning I sprained myself going to the station and got on the train with a painful and swollen ankle. In front of my seat there was her who offered me to use one of her roll- ons for traumas/sprains. I put it on immediately and after a very short time the pain eased until it disappeared. She was an angel, if I hadn't met her I would have definitely compromised my holiday. We exchanged telephone numbers and when I returned I contacted her to stock up on her products. I used a, Essential Oil Blend to make steam inhalation and immediately had a feeling of relief, free breathing and relieved headaches. Stefania is a truly talented woman and I always thank fate for meeting her."
Valentina Lasagna

I  would like to testify to the quality of Stéfania’s herbalist work, which offers us a tailor-made service, adapted to each individual case. She will take the time to listen to you, analyze the situation, then in her laboratory she will develop a special recipe that will target various aspects of the pathology and explain it to you in detail. In my case of osteoarthritis and hip bursitis (combined) she offered me a long-term treatment. A medium concentration mixture of essential oils and a second hyper-concentrated vial with other essential oil blend for acute crises. Curing bursitis and osteoarthritis is not easy, but I can really confirm the soothing virtues of the mixtures prepared by Stéfania. Thanks to her recipes I manage to lead a pretty normal life. I trust in the quality of her work, she practices her art with passion and this seems to me the most important. We are very far from a standard consumer product. To try for sure! Emmanuel D- Quebec

Thank you!! Stefania, with your products I feel much better!! My pain improved by putting the Muscles and Joints blend on the painful area! Thanks again - Assunta - Rome, Italy

In 2005 I had a back surgery, laminectomy and disectomy operation on my L4 / L5 disc.  Since then, I have tried various pain relieving creams, oils, and gels since lower back pain is a constant in my life.  I am currently doing a doctorate at Ottawa University and my sedentary life, stress, and lack of sleep often cause lowe back pain.  Happily, I discovered Stefania’s “Balm with Italian Pino Mugo (Mountain Pine) and Abete Bianco (White Fir) oils.”  It worked instantly!  It smells wonderfully, it’s not greasy, does not stain clothes, and relieved my back pain.  I strongly recommend this cream for anyone with pain but also HIGHLY recommend Stefania’s classes… she is a kind, talented, knowledgeable, good hearted person and I am so happy I met her.
Karla F.R. – San Francisco , California

I have been suffering from severe pain in the lumbosacral area for a long time, I have taken various medications, some have slightly relieved the pain, others have not!! Since I have been using the set of oils that Stefania prepares, I have had a lot of relief without taking drugs which, in addition to not working, create other problems for me! Thanks Stefania . Assunta L. - Rome, Italy

For years I have had bursitis in my left hip for which I have needed cortisone shots when it flared up.  More recently I have started to suffer lower back pain especially when doing activities such as gardening.   When I asked Stefania if she could recommend anything, she prepared a customized mixture of oils which I now use daily.  I am amazed at how much better my back and hip feel and how I can move with ease.  What a difference this oil has made!  Thank you, Stefania!  
Sharon H. - Ottawa

I use the balm you made for me for arthritis, bone, nerve and muscles pain on my whole hip, back area and my knees. It absorbs nicely and I apply it before bed as part of my evening routine. Also the body oil helps and if I am feeling really achy I use the roll on after showering and it does make it a little easier to move around.  Mostly I sleep better after using the oil so that helps make the next day better. Susan K. , Ottawa

Thank you for the Arthritis Relief Balm that you developed for me. I use it twice a day and it has stabilized the arthritis inflammation on my finger joints. Continue with your great work! Your knowledge of natural products is of great personal interest. What you are doing is excellent! Linda K.