Hartis Hands Massage

03/02/2026

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I absolutely adore this guy 👏 We need more people like Javeno in the world.

02/27/2026

Hi Potential new client!

I want to explain something important about my approach to massage therapy.

My work can feel intense at times. That intensity is not random, and it is not about causing pain. It is intentional and controlled.

When a muscle has been guarding for a long time, it adapts to tension. The nervous system essentially “locks in” that pattern. Light pressure often feels good, but it does not always create change in those deeper, protective layers.

By applying focused, deeper pressure, I am doing a few specific things:

Stimulating high-threshold mechanoreceptors

Activating Golgi tendon organs to encourage release

Interrupting chronic guarding patterns

Creating a reset opportunity for the nervous system

The temporary discomfort is part of that reset process. It is a controlled stimulus — not tissue damage.

You may brace during parts of the session. That’s normal. Afterward, over the next 24–72 hours, your nervous system re-calibrates, inflammation settles, and range of motion often improves.

The goal is not to hurt you.
The goal is to help your body adapt and change.

I always work within your tolerance and adjust based on your feedback. Communication is key. If something feels sharp, unsafe, or wrong — we adjust.

My approach is structured, intentional, and outcome-driven.

If you ever have questions about what I’m doing or why, I’m happy to explain.

— Richard Hartis, LMBT #18075
Hartis Hands Massage
Book now: thecreeksidespa.com/studio
Call: 828-697-2770
Text: 828-808-4143

02/23/2026

02/22/2026

Client Testimonial

I came in with shoulder pain (both left and right), tight upper back, and tight lower back. I’ve been suffering for 4 years, but it has been coming on stronger over the last year.

It affected my day-to-day work habits and quality time with family. I noticed it on the last family vacation. I wasn’t able to attend.

I tried doctor visits, which only led to more medication. It only helps short term and puts a bandage on the issue. It does not fix the root of the problem. Temporary fix, not long term.

After just one visit, I felt not only physically better but mentally refreshed. Throughout the visit, he focused on exactly my pain points, what the cause of them were, and how to fix the tissue. Richard took the time to break down each area of pain in language I could understand — why I was having it and a game plan to fix the issue.

Do I have less pain? Yes.

Am I completely pain free? Not completely, but I have hope with consistent visits.
Have I decreased dependency on medications? Just started.

Other health conditions improved? Back and neck feel lighter after visits (could possibly be pain free again).
I signed up for a massage and received not only that, but so much more. I have knowledge on what is going on with my body, why it is happening, and solutions on how to fix the root of the issue.

This has brought me so much more than any doctor or therapist has up to this point in my life.”

— Jared Johnson
02/21/2026

02/19/2026

Friday & Saturday only — enjoy a complimentary add-on with your 60-minute massage.

Targeted stretch integration, extended focus work, percussion therapy, or assisted range-of-motion — your choice.

This is about maximizing results, not just filling time.

Spots are limited.
Reserve yours here:
https://www.thecreeksidespa.com/studio
call: 828-697-2770
or text: 828-808-4143

02/13/2026

💗 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 — 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭-𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 💗
𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝟓:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌

Still looking for something special tomorrow for Valentine’s Day? I have a rare last-minute opening at 5:00 PM for a side-by-side Couples Massage in a private suite at Creekside Spa. My colleague Bree will be joining me. She consistently receives 5 -star reviews from her clients, and I'm proud to be working with her on this occasion.

Perfect for:
• Couples
• Close friends
• Any two people who want to relax together

This experience features a side-by-side one-hour Swedish massage to create a calm, balanced experience.

✨ You’ll be finished by 6:00 PM, leaving time to get ready for a late dinner, an evening out, or a quiet celebration of your own.

Private. Restorative. Unhurried.

A beautiful way to pause, reconnect, and begin your Valentine’s evening together.

💞 This opening will go quickly.
Reserve now by visiting
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/17023561/appointment/88951853/calendar/11113697?calendarIds=11113697

02/10/2026

The small space is also available part-time for $250/month. And the large room part-time is $300/month.

02/06/2026

🏈🍺 Game Day + Muscle Relief = Better Wins All Around
I’ll be set up at Guidon Brewing this Super Bowl Sunday doing on-site chair massage starting at 2:00 PM and rolling until we call it a night.
Stop in before kickoff, halftime, or whenever your shoulders start feeling like you’ve been in the trenches all season.
Quick chair sessions. Real relief. No table. No oil. No drama.
Watch the game. Grab a drink. Get worked on.
Your muscles shouldn’t be more tense than the 4th quarter.
— Hartis Hands Massage

10/16/2025

Got a new cut from Three Hounds Barbershop located at 2111 Asheville Hwy Suite 13, Hendersonville, NC 28791. I've not had a fresh cut like this in a long time. I highly recommend Paxton. Much appreciated!