
What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and joints. It is a clinically-oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain conditions. The registered massage therapist (RMT) will use specific techniques that guide the body to heal itself and will most often use their hands and fingers, but may also use their forearms and elbows during the treatment.
Massage Options
Massage therapy promotes healing and overall health. It guides the body to supply cells with oxygen and nutrients the body requires to function and heal.
Standard Massage
Gua Sha Massage
Student Massage
Prenatal Massage
Cupping
Rattan Massage
Rattan is a therapeutic massage that uses Thai techniques and incorporates heated solid pieces of bamboo, enabling myofascial release without stress to the body. The therapist holds the bamboo and rolls it over the tissue instead of using their hands. This style of massage allows the therapist to dig in to some tissues deeper than they could with their hands alone.
Reflexology
Thai Massage
Therapeutic Hot Stone
Healthcare with Heart
East Meets West’s integrated, multidisciplinary team enables us to provide comprehensive and individualized care to our patients.
Massage Therapy Team

LESLIE MARTIN
Registered Massage Therapist
Massage Director
Expertise: Chronic upper back and neck issues.

AMANDA FOX
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: sciatica/low back pain, rotator cuff injuries

ANNA WALL
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: Foot pain/reflexology, TMJ and jaw pain, neck/shoulder tension.

ARIETTE DE LEEUW
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: Piriformis Syndrome/sciatica, wry neck syndrome, work-out related injuries.

BREANNE KIEMELE
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: Headaches and migraines, chronic upper back and shoulder tension.

JAYCEE CONSTANT
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: Headaches, chronic neck and shoulder tension

JULIE HAYNES
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: Rotator cuff and frozen shoulder, plantar issues using cupping, and motor vehicle accidents.

KELSEY AUSTIN
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: Chronic neck tension and headaches.

NICOLE KARL
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: Runners including legs and hips, headaches with focus on the neck, shoulders, face, and scalp.

KITANA ISFELD
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: Headaches, sciatica, whiplash.

TYSON PONCELET
Registered Massage Therapist
Expertise: chronic low back issues, TMJ dysfunction, and piriformis syndrome.
Massage Therapy FAQ
How will I feel after my massage?
What can massage therapy do for you?
Massage therapy promotes healing and overall health. It guides the body to supply cells with oxygen and nutrients the body requires to function and heal. It also encourages the brain into a state of optimized relaxation.
Aside from relaxation and mental wellbeing, massage aids healing for the following issues and conditions:
Headaches, neck/shoulder tension
Back pain
Sciatica
Golfer/tennis elbow
Plantar fasciitis
Frozen shoulder
Overall muscle tension
TMJ and Bell’s palsy
IT band tension
How can Massage Therapy help me?
-Improve circulation
-Aid in relaxation for those suffering from anxiety and depression
-Reduce stress
-Decrease muscle pain
-Stretch and exercise weak, tight or atrophied muscles
-Pre or post workout performance and recovery
-Spasm and cramp reduction
-Discomfort related to pregnancy
-Aid in recovery of injuries such as sciatica, frozen shoulder and tendinitis
Does it hurt? What if I only want a relaxation massage?
How frequently are treatments?
-Relief care: for acute injuries or conditions. Once every week or two.
-Corrective care: for rehabilitation of injuries/conditions. Once a week for 2–3 weeks.
-Maintenance/Wellness: prevent recurring injuries and/or reduce symptoms of conditions. 4–6 weeks
Your therapist will discuss a plan treatment specific to you and your goals.