Joan's Bodywork Therapy

Ever had a good back massage? If you are one of the millions of back pain sufferers you might consider seeing me to help relieve your pain, lesson medication and become more active. In as little as an hour you can find relief, and release.

From the time we are in the womb through our elderly years, touch plays a primary role in our development physically, and mentally. Cell phones, computers, social media have contributed to people touching each other less often. Physical touch is so important in early development, communication, personal relationships and in fighting disease. Massage is the exchange of energy between individuals and is so important for our basic need to be touched.

After a tiring and stressful day, a foot massage is a soothing way to relax, particularly after a long day of standing and walking around, as the feet tend to swell up. Massage can keep your feet healthy and free from foot problems. It helps stimulate the muscles around your feet, lessens stiffness and even reduces pain in the ankles or the heels. Massage will make your ankles strong and flexible, thus preventing unpleasant ankle and foot injuries.

Appointments available in New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, DC

In your session, I intuitively blend massage and bodywork techniques that will best address your needs. Massage is great for relaxation, general well being, or for addressing specific muscular concerns. If you're looking to address specific issues, flexibility, posture, low energy and vitality, or injury, ask me about bodywork.

The smooth flow of energy through specific channels of the body keep us healthy, physically and emotionally. When are lives are not balanced, the flow is disrupted and we have illness. Acupressure, massage, herbs, restore the flow.