04/04/2026
One person’s experience offers some better understanding of how massage is used as a frontline assessment tool and treatment for pain.
Testimonial:
“When I came to A matter of touch , I was not there for a relaxing massage and rejuvenating "spa experience" that many typically associate with receiving a massage. I was there because I am a very athletic 50 something that still tries to play like I am 25, I found myself with a painful debilitating back injury do to overuse. I wasn't sure massage could help but I needed to get some relief and felt it was worth a try. In my first meeting , I anticipated she would just provide me with a "routine massage" as I had received at other massage places. However, she first spent time questioning me and assessing my injury . She explained how certain tight muscles could be effecting nerve responses to seeming unrelated areas. The massage areas and techniques were based on her assessment and were focused in appropriate areas to help offer me relief . I remember after my first massage , walking out of the room standing straight vs to the side as I had become accustom to as the pain relief position for me. After several "un-spa" like sessions with , the discomfort of my injuries subsided. I appreciate her willingness to take the time every session to discuss and assess my condition so her treatment plan could be adjusted accordingly for the best results. I was skeptical about massage therapy , thinking it was for pampered "spa days" but I have found how "A matter of touch" can provide physical healing as well.
Paul Parks
