180+ 5-Star Reviews 40 Years Experience PhD in TCM

Everyone Else Treated The Symptom. Max
Finds The Cause.

Chronic pain that won't go away. Injuries that keep coming back. 180+ five-star reviews from people who tried everything else first. Based in Vienna's 1st district.

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Rated 5 out of 5 on Google. 5.0

Trusted by 180+ athletes, Olympians, office workers, chronic pain sufferers, dancers, runners & people who tried everything else first.

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Verena
Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"I've been seeing Max for quite some time now, and I can honestly say he has made a tremendous difference in my life. I've been struggling with severe pain ever since my cycling accident over two years ago, which left me with a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a torn medial collateral ligament (MCL), and a damaged lateral meniscus. After four surgeries and countless setbacks, I was still dealing with intense, persistent pain. Max is the only one who consistently manages to help me feel better. The only days I've truly felt well were the days following a treatment with him. His expertise, care, and genuine dedication have given me relief I didn't think was possible anymore. An absolute heartfelt recommendation to anyone looking for real, lasting support with pain. Max is exceptional."

Knee — 4 Surgeries, 2+ Years
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Sarah
Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"I initially went to Max because I had persistent pain in my hip and legs. I was already doing physiotherapy, but there was no real improvement. After just a few sessions with Max, the pain completely disappeared — and it hasn't returned since. Whenever I experience any discomfort in my muscles or joints, he is the first person I go for help. The difference I experienced is that he is very focused on helping you, he listens carefully and takes every little detail in account."

Hip + Legs — Physio Failed
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Tina
Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"I found Max through a recommendation. I had issues with my back and neck for a long time and from the first second on he knew what to do. After two sessions it already changed so much, that I do not even notice it during daytime. His experience and knowledge is inspiring and I can highly recommend him."

Back + Neck — 2 Sessions
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Sebastian M.
Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"Absolutely fantastic! After an injury while preparing for a golf tournment Max was recommended to me. His knowledge and "bigger picture" approach on where the pain is really coming from in my body helped me immediately. I was able to play painfree and was absolutely stunned by his caring, his mindset and his super effective methods. 100% recommended."

Golf Injury — Pain-Free
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Sofia C.
Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"I came to Max with intense hip pain, and after just one session the pain was almost completely gone. With follow-up sessions, he also released all the tension in my shoulders and back from carrying my toddler and breastfeeding. The sessions can be a bit painful, but the good kind — you walk out feeling lighter and relieved. Max is truly passionate about helping people heal and improve their posture, and it shows. I tried many therapies after pregnancy and nothing compares. I've already recommended him to others. He's one of a kind in Vienna."

Hip Pain — 1 Session
Rated 5 out of 5

"I've been seeing Max for quite some time now, and I can honestly say he has made a tremendous difference in my life. I've been struggling with severe pain ever since my cycling accident over two years ago…"

Verena Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"I initially went to Max because I had persistent pain in my hip and legs. I was already doing physiotherapy, but there was no real improvement. After just a few sessions with Max, the pain completely disappeared — and it hasn't returned since.…"

Sarah Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"Absolutely fantastic! After an injury while preparing for a golf tournment Max was recommended to me. His knowledge and "bigger picture" approach on where the pain is really coming from in my body helped me immediately.…"

Sebastian M. Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"I found Max through a recommendation. I had issues with my back and neck for a long time and from the first second on he knew what to do. After two sessions it already changed so much, that I do not even notice it during daytime.…"

Tina Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"I came to Max with intense hip pain, and after just one session the pain was almost completely gone. With follow-up sessions, he also released all the tension in my shoulders and back from carrying my toddler and breastfeeding.…"

Sofia C. Google Review

Real Results (individual results vary)

Case Studies
The Problem

A yoga teacher with chronic hip pain had tried everything — physio, osteo, stretching. Nothing worked.

The Fix

3 sessions of TCM + craniosacral therapy. Max found a pelvic imbalance everyone else missed. Pain-free in 2 weeks.

TCM Craniosacral
The Problem

A marathon runner with recurring IT band issues was told to stop running.

The Fix

Cupping + deep tissue + cryotherapy. Running pain-free in 4 weeks. Completed the Vienna marathon 3 months later.

Cupping Cryo
The Problem

An office worker with 2 years of shoulder and neck pain. Physio gave temporary relief. It always came back.

The Fix

Cupping + deep tissue. Max traced the shoulder pain back to a locked thoracic spine. Pain-free after 4 sessions.

Cupping Deep Tissue

What They Say

5.0
★★★★★ Based on 180+ reviews
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Florian N. Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"I've been seeing Max for about three months now, and even after just a couple of sessions he made a huge difference with my severe back pain. His approach is purely therapeutic, he really knows the body and exactly how to find and treat those pain points that others often miss.…"

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Katharina G. Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"Highly recommended! After the first session, my lower back pain had disappeared and my general tension eased over the following sessions. Max also recommended specific exercises and aids for my sport. I'm always happy to come back! :-)"

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Patrick W. Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"Been suffering for a while from lower back pain so had a deep tissue bodywork treatment with Max called 'Cranio-sacral therapy', which really helped. Max a great sports therapist, including detailed knowledge and experience for explaining correct alignment and posture for better movement habits that often contributes to chronic strain. Highly recommended!"

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Mr Feranor Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"One of a kind for therapy massage. Highly Professional analysis of my back pain points followed by individualized therapy techniques. This is not a "comfort" massage but really a holistic therapy to address ones painpoints. After third visit my pain which was there for years is almost gone.…"

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KJ S. Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"Through a recommendation (which just shows again how important word of mouth is), I came to Max. I have experienced many massages before -- Thai, classic, even physiotherapy -- because of a cervical spine issue. But this one hour with Max showed me a true class and quality difference, and it was immense.…"

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Thomas N. Google Review
Rated 5 out of 5

"Max did and does an impressive job making sure my body is ready for training and racing. He really works my body. He is strong, focused and experienced. Seeing him regularly has greatly benefited my recovery and ensured my legs withstood significant load building to recent mid and full distance triathlon events. It's deep tissue bodywork at its best!"

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Real Stories

Covered By Most Leading Insurance Companies

Most patients receive a rebate on every session through their private health insurance provider.

Why Max

Not a Spa. A Solution.

40 Years. PhD in TCM.

Four decades treating Olympic athletes, weekend warriors and chronic pain patients. This isn't relaxation massage. This is targeted treatment from someone who has seen it all.

Finds the Root Cause

Your shoulder pain might come from your hip. Your migraines might come from your neck. Max combines TCM diagnostics with deep tissue and localised cryotherapy to find what everyone else missed.

Results, Not Repeat Visits

Most patients feel real change in 1-3 sessions. Max treats to fix, not to fill a booking calendar. When you're better, you're done.

Treatments

Recover Stronger

After your first visit, Max will recommend the right ongoing treatment plan for you.

Max Pannetier, massage therapist in Vienna, at Elite Recovery Vienna
Max Pannetier, PhD Vienna 1010

Meet Max

"The body will tell you what's wrong. You just have to know how to listen."

Max Pannetier, PhD, has spent 40 years studying & understanding how the body breaks down and how to put it back together. His PhD in Traditional Chinese Medicine, combined with craniosacral therapy, deep tissue bodywork and localised cryotherapy, gives him a toolkit most therapists can't match. He's treated Olympic athletes, professional dancers, and everyday people who just want to live without pain. Based at JUNE Townhouse in Vienna's 1st district.

PhD in TCM Craniosacral Therapy Sports Science Myofascial Release 40+ Years 5,000+ Clients Treated
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Find Out More About Max

His Story

“You’ll be paralysed before you’re 30.” That’s what Max was told at 20. Swipe through the story he shared on Instagram — the injury, four decades in Jersey, and why he still does this work.

Slide 1: “You’ll be paralysed before you’re 30.” That’s what they told me at 20 years old. Hello, I’m Max. Let me tell you my story.
Slide 2: Three months in a hospital bed. I was training at an Olympic college in France when I injured my back.
Slide 3: They were wrong. And it changed my life. 40 years later, that injury is still the reason I do this work.
Slide 4: So I went and learned everything I could. Sports therapy, massage, CranioSacral therapy, and a PhD in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Slide 5: 40 years in Jersey. Training Olympians, All Blacks rugby players and a British F1 driver.
Slide 6: Then, at 55, I left it all behind. Five years ago I moved to Vienna and started from zero.
Slide 7: 180+ five-star reviews later. Nearly every one of you came because a friend or your family told you about me.
Slide 8: I know what it is to live with pain. And I know it is possible to live without it.
Slide 9: Come and see me. JUNE Townhouse, Wien 1010.

Good to know

FAQ
Where is the practice?

At JUNE Townhouse, Schwertgasse 4/8, 1010 Vienna, in the 1st district between Hoher Markt and the Danube Canal. Bus 1A/3A stop Hoher Markt is around the corner; U1/U4 Schwedenplatz is about 5 minutes on foot, U1/U3 Stephansplatz and U3 Herrengasse about 7. Parking: Garage Am Hof or Parkhaus Hoher Markt. Open in Google Maps.

How long is a session?

A first session is around 50 minutes. It may run a little shorter or longer depending on what you need.

What does it cost?

A first session is €230 including VAT. The price is shown again when you book in Calendly.

Does insurance pay?

Some private health insurers reimburse part of the cost, depending on your policy. Please check with your insurer.

What should I wear?

Whatever you are wearing. There is no need to change or bring anything; come straight from work or training.

What if I need to cancel?

Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 48 hours before your appointment, using the link in your confirmation email or by phone or email. Later cancellations, reschedules and no-shows are charged. Online bookings have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal; see the booking terms.

Stop Managing Pain.
Start Fixing It.

Book your first session with Vienna's most reviewed therapist. Most patients feel real change in 1-3 visits.

Location
JUNE Townhouse
Schwertgasse 4/8
1010 Wien
Hours
By appointment only
Mon–Sat