Medical massage is focused, outcome-oriented work. Sessions are built around a specific issue — an injury, a surgery, a pattern of chronic pain — and adjusted as your body responds.
Book medical massageWhere a relaxation massage aims to soothe, medical massage aims to address. Amy assesses how you're moving, identifies the tissues involved and uses targeted techniques — neuromuscular work, myofascial release, deep tissue and gentle mobilization — to support recovery.
It can work well alongside physical therapy, chiropractic or medical care. Amy is glad to coordinate with your other providers when helpful.
Some conditions require medical clearance before massage. Please mention recent surgeries, blood clots, or acute injuries when booking.
Results vary from person to person and depend on skin or tissue condition, consistency and home care. Amy will talk through realistic expectations at your consultation.
A conversation about your injury, history, pain patterns and goals, using the massage intake form.
Amy observes posture and movement and checks the areas involved.
Hands-on work on the specific tissues, with pressure adjusted to what your body tolerates.
Simple stretches, heat or ice suggestions and a recommended session rhythm.
Amy is a licensed Medical Massage Therapist who has spent more than two decades working with injury, chronic pain and recovery. Her work is precise and attentive, and she's careful never to push past what your body is ready for. Read more about Amy's background.
It can be firm and focused, but it shouldn't be harsh. You're always in control of pressure, and Amy checks in throughout.
Not usually. If you're recovering from surgery or a serious injury, clearance from your provider is recommended.
It depends on the issue. Acute concerns may need a few closely spaced sessions; chronic patterns often benefit from ongoing care.
Whatever you're comfortable in — you'll be appropriately draped at all times, and Amy only uncovers the area being worked on.
New to Zendai Spa? Start with the new client guide and intake forms, or see full services and pricing.
Every treatment plan begins with a quiet conversation about your skin, your history, and the results you're hoping for.