Adrian Conrad, LMT MA61432567
Meet Your Practitioner!
I discovered massage as a spiritual calling to help those in pain, bring peace to the body, regain balance, and quality of life.
I worked in a warehouse for 8 years until I decided to pursue something more meaningful. I still wanted to work with my hands without breaking my back, but I wanted to do it in a peaceful environment.
That's when the idea of massage was born.
Shortly after graduating Washington Spa Academy in 2023, I got my first LMT job at a chiropractic clinic.
During that time I spent most weekends traveling to different parts of Washington attending various bodywork classes. Many of these instructors I continue to learn from to this day and I am forever grateful for the knowledge they’ve shared.
I'm dedicated to expanding on this knowledge and seeing what other techniques can be applied within my scope of practice.
Techniques such as Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, Bindegewebsmassage (CTM), Abdominal work, Structural Integration, Joint mobilization (these are gentle and not to be confused with chiropractic adjustments). These techniques in concert with a Swedish massage can amplify the benefits of the massage itself.
When it comes to chronic tension, we often find ourselves in a ‘holding pattern’. An example would be a raised shoulder or a forward neck. This can be a result of a past injury, new job, habit, hobby, etc. The affected muscle(s) aren’t functioning properly, they eventually become weak leading to a compensatory pattern which cause imbalances in posture and movement.
Some of these patterns can date back to childhood trauma.
Our brain tells us it's safe to keep that shoulder elevated, but the pain persists. To help take the brain's fear of pain away we add some active movements, re-educating the muscle(s) and guide them where they need to be.
Our bodies hold the power to change. We can encourage that change.
Through bodywork, movement re-education, awareness, and re-establishing the mind to muscle connection we create an opportunity for the body to move freely and properly, thus restoring balance.
I offer personalized treatment to help create longer lasting relief. With that are some home stretches to ensure that you are comfortable and aware of your body as we take on this journey together.