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Maccabi Lev Ari Performance & Pain Specialist

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Maccabi Lev Ari Performance & Pain Specialist

You can trust the hands pro athletes have trusted for >24 years. Sports Recovery at its best.

I have been certified in Massage Therapy, with Specialization in Sports Massage for over a decade and am regarded as one of the best, most qualified massage therapists in the state of Florida. Only 6 months into my massage therapy career, I was hired as an Independant Contractor by the New York Yankees for Spring Training and have worked with them every year since. In addition, when any injured players are sent in town for rehabilitation after injury or surgery, the team will have me come in to work as part of the Rehablitation Team. Aside from the New York Yankees, I have numbers of current and former professional football, baseball and other athletes that are absolutely loyal to me and swear by my services. I have worked with athletes in all aspects of treatment; maintenance, injury, and rehabilitation. All treatment is designed to the specific needs of the individual athlete. Reduction of pain, helping my clients achieve their goals by increasing optimal performance and eliminating any soft tissue restrictions/injuries are my primary goals.

02/02/2026

בואו לחוות את ההבדל באופטימיזציה של ביצועים ופתרון כאבים
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28/01/2026

Maccabi Lev-Ari (Also known as Jeff Trager) is a highly respected sports massage therapist with an impressive track record of working with top athletes from ...

16/01/2026

🔷 A small request 🙏

🔷 If you’ve received treatment at KnotDoctor Athletic Treatment Center and feel comfortable doing so, I’d really appreciate you leaving an honest Google review for me.

🔷 Reviews help independent clinics like mine reach the people who truly need this kind of care.

💙 No pressure at all and thank you for the trust you place in me.

11/10/2025

שבוע טוב לכולם
🎗️🙏🏼

08/09/2025

Announcement

First of all — THANK YOU! 🙏
Your support this year has meant the world to me. I couldn’t have come this far without you.

When I introduced the Israel edition of The KnotDoctor News, I opened it to everyone who had ever been a patient, as my way of giving back.

Now it’s time to take the next step. One of the true benefits of remaining an active patient is continued access to my knowledge, updates, and insights. Starting January 2026, the monthly KnotDoctor Patient Newsletter will be sent exclusively to ⚠️ ACTIVE PATIENTS ⚠️.

I’m grateful for every one of you who has been part of this journey, and I look forward to continuing to share tools, tips, and guidance with those I have the privilege of treating.

16/07/2025

🚨Sub-10 Ironman Alert!🚨

It’s rare to come across an athlete like Roy Assor not because he trains hard. He does. But because he does the homework. Religiously. That’s how PRs are made.

9:59:02. That’s what he just threw down. 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼

That’s not just a time, that’s multiple years of relentless work, brutal training, upgrading his recovery and doing the ever adjusting homework .

Roy didnt break 10 hours at Ironman just because he trained harder. He did. But he trained smarter as well.

He was already grinding hard. Already committed.
Already 💯 all-in.

What changed ?

Recovery.

I’ve worked with him for 4 years and watched him achieve some PRs but this was the big one.

How did we do it ?

🔍 focused manual therapy
🤖 precision massage
🗺️ strategic treatment
📈 personalized care

Not just to heal but to optimize his performance. To help the muscles grow. To help them produce more speed for longer distances. And, by doing this increase maximum power output.

Here’s what it lookedikenon race day;

💥 01:16 swim
💥 4:57 bike
💥 3:35 run

🧠 Training + Recovery = PR BUSTING

Training builds your power.
Recovery releases it.

I could not have been prouder, Roy, to have been part of this journey to greatness.

You earned every second of that PR.

Let this be a reminder to every athlete chasing something big:

🛑 Stop ignoring recovery.

✅ Start training like performance depends on it.

🚨 Because it does.

12/05/2025

Time vs. Results Policy

At The KnotDoctor, you’re paying for results, not just time. Some issues require the full session; others can be resolved faster due to advanced skill and precision.

If your treatment is completed in less time than scheduled, you’ll still be charged for the full session, unless we discussed otherwise in advance.

You’re investing in over 20 years of experience—not just minutes on a clock.

Thank you for understanding and respecting the value of expert care.

30/03/2025

“No Offseason for Recovery”

For athletes like triathletes, CrossFitters, runners, and weightlifters, recovery isn’t optional—it’s essential. 🏊‍♂️🏋️‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Consistent recovery therapy helps prevent fatigue, injury, and chronic pain, keeping you at peak performance all year.

Try these recovery tips at home:
1️⃣ Foam roll tight areas for 10–15 minutes.
2️⃣ Stretch to maintain flexibility and prevent stiffness.
3️⃣ Stay hydrated and fuel your body with protein and omega-3s.

Recovery is training. Take care of your body, and it will take care of you! 💪

📅 Ready to stay at your best? Schedule your recovery session today!

26/03/2025

Is Your Massage Therapist Really Meeting Your Needs?

Before your next session, ask yourself these 3 important questions:

1. Are they just going through the motions, or are they treating the root of my pain?

2. Do they have the advanced knowledge to handle athletic, chronic, or complex muscular issues?

3. Am I seeing real, lasting results—or just temporary relief?

If you hesitated or answered “no” to any of these, it’s time for an upgrade.

At The KnotDoctor ATC, I don’t do “fluff”. I combine 20+ years of experience, elite-level training, and advanced soft tissue therapies to actually fix what’s wrong—not just make you feel better for a few hours. From pro athletes to weekend warriors, my clients trust me to get results that last.

Pain is optional.
Settling is too.
Let’s raise the bar for what massage therapy should do for you and your performance.

📞 or DM to schedule your treatment for increased performance now !

09/03/2025

Lifting Weights? Don’t Ignore Tendinitis—Here’s Why! 💪🔥

Athletes, listen up! Tendinitis (aka overuse inflammation) is your body’s way of waving a red flag 🚩 .

Ignoring it?

Bad move. 😣

Here’s what’s at stake:

🚨 The Drawbacks of Ignoring Tendinitis:

❌ Chronic Weakness – Repeated stress without recovery leads to tissue breakdown, making you weaker instead of stronger.

❌ Compensatory Injuries – When one area hurts, your body shifts the load elsewhere—leading to even bigger problems.

❌ Longer Recovery Time – What could’ve been a minor fix now sidelines you for weeks (or months!).

✅ The Gains of Addressing It Early:

↗️ Stronger, Resilient Joints – Smart rehab and proper care help build durability for long-term gains.

↗️ Better Performance – Pain-free movement means better lifts, stronger reps, and peak output.

↗️ Faster Recovery & Longevity – Treat it now, train for life. The best athletes stay in the game by listening to their bodies.

Don’t push through pain—train smarter, not just harder. If tendinitis is creeping in, recovery strategies like targeted manual therapy, mobility work, and load management can keep you strong and injury-free.

📞 today and let’s TURBOCHARGE your performance

19/02/2025

🏃‍♂️ Tel Aviv Marathon is Around the Corner! 🏃‍♀️

Whether you’re running the full 42.2K, the half, or just aiming to beat your personal best, your body needs to be in top shape! A proper sports massage before race day can help:

✅ Improve circulation & oxygen flow
✅ Reduce muscle tightness & fatigue
✅ Enhance flexibility & range of motion
✅ Lower the risk of cramps & injury

Don’t wait until you’re injured —book your pre-race massage NOW and give your muscles the edge they need to go the distance! 💪

🚨 📞 to schedule your session before the big day!

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Giv'atayim

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 20:00
Thursday	09:00 - 20:00
Sunday	09:00 - 20:00

Website

http://www.theknotdoctor.com/

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