Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Orthopedic Massage Specialists in St. Petersburg
Founded in 2003, Therapeutic Massage Center specializes in orthopedic massage therapy to address soft tissue pain and mobility limitations. Our approach combines Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, and Passive Stretching techniques to restore muscle function and alleviate chronic pain. As a VA-approved provider, we serve veterans through the Community Care Network while offering continuing education programs for massage therapists nationwide. Our team includes certified professionals with decades of combined experience in clinical practice and massage education.We prioritize personalized treatment plans that integrate frequency-specific microcurrent therapy and evidence-based stretching protocols to optimize patient outcomes. Our commitment to professional development extends to teaching CEU courses recognized by the NCBTMB, ensuring our practitioners remain at the forefront of therapeutic advancements.
Services
Therapeutic Massage
Neuromuscular Therapy
Myofascial Release
Passive Stretching
Frequency Specific Microcurrent
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- VA-approved provider within the Community Care Network
- Certified practitioners with 20+ years combined clinical experience
- Personalized treatment plans integrating multiple therapeutic modalities
- NCBTMB-certified continuing education programs for massage professionals
- Family history of military service informs our commitment to veterans
Associations and certifications
- NCBTMB
What people say
Effective pain relief
Knowledgeable therapists
VA-approved provider
Excellent CEU programs
Lasting results
Services
Therapeutic Massage
Our therapeutic massage treatments target soft tissue pain through customized techniques. Using neuromuscular therapy and myofascial release, we address chronic pain patterns while incorporating passive stretching to restore mobility. Each session includes personalized assessment and treatment planning to address specific musculoskeletal concerns, helping patients achieve lasting pain relief and improved physical function.
Neuromuscular Therapy
This specialized therapy focuses on eliminating pain through precise treatment of trigger points and muscular imbalances. Our practitioners use manual pressure techniques to release myofascial restrictions while addressing postural dysfunctions. The treatment re-educates the nervous system to restore proper muscle function and prevent recurring pain patterns through targeted soft tissue manipulation.
Passive Stretching
Our passive stretching protocols enhance mobility by lengthening tight musculature and improving joint flexibility. Therapists guide patients through controlled stretching positions to release chronic tension while maintaining proper biomechanics. This technique effectively increases range of motion, reduces muscular compensation patterns, and prevents future injuries through systematic soft tissue elongation.
Frequency Specific Microcurrent
This advanced modality uses low-level electrical currents to reduce inflammation and accelerate tissue healing. Delivered during massage sessions, the microcurrent therapy targets specific pain frequencies to interrupt chronic pain signals. The non-invasive treatment enhances cellular repair processes while promoting natural endorphin production for comprehensive pain management and accelerated recovery.
Continuing Education
We offer NCBTMB-certified continuing education programs for licensed massage therapists. Our hands-on courses cover advanced techniques including side-lying positioning, passive stretching sequences, and orthopedic assessment. Participants learn evidence-based protocols for treating common musculoskeletal conditions while earning required continuing education credits through immersive, skill-building instruction.
People
Heather Graeme
Owner, Licensed Massage Therapist
With 20+ years experience, Heather founded the center after teaching at Cortiva Institute. She develops continuing education programs and specializes in soft tissue pain management while maintaining active clinical practice.
Yvonne Parker
Licensed Massage Therapist
A Cortiva Institute graduate since 2014, Yvonne specializes in neuromuscular therapy and myofascial release. She focuses on mobility enhancement through soft tissue manipulation while continuing her professional development under Heather's mentorship.
Questions
Do you accept VA patients?
Yes, we are an approved VA Community Care Network provider. Veterans can receive therapeutic massage services through VA referral.
What continuing education options do you offer?
We provide NCBTMB-certified courses including Neuromuscular Therapy, Passive Stretching Series, and Side-Lying Techniques for licensed massage therapists.
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treating chronic pain, muscle tension, postural imbalances, and mobility limitations through orthopedic massage techniques and soft tissue therapy.
What makes your massage therapy different?
Our approach combines multiple modalities including Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, and Passive Stretching with personalized treatment plans for comprehensive pain management.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, we offer gift certificates for massage sessions and continuing education courses through our website.
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