Massage Lab

04/23/2026

2 spots available Saturday April 25th: 11:30am
2:00pm

04/18/2026

Come out and enjoy performances by the incredibly talented students at Vistancia Elementary! My two older kids took part in these events when they attended—through choir, band, and even steel drums—so it’s especially meaningful to me to support this event.

While you’re there, don’t forget to check out the silent auction and place a bid on a Massage Lab gift card valued at $125. A great way to support the school and treat yourself at the same time!

04/15/2026

04/05/2026

Happy Easter, God is good!

04/04/2026

Honored to receive the nomination for Massage Therapist of the Year for Massage Envy’s Annual Performance Summit 🙏

03/20/2026

Now booking April in-home massage appointments! 🗓️
For a limited time:
✔️ FREE therapeutic upgrade ($25 value) – Heated Bamboo, Hot Stones, Cupping, or Gua Sha
✔️ Buy one get one 50% OFF if you're a new client (1st appt must be used in April, 2nd appt must be used by July 31, 2026)
✔️ Relax without leaving your house
April availability is limited and appointments are first-come, first-served. Send me a message today to claim your spot.
623-252-4173

03/19/2026

Scientists figured out how to *double* brain waste clearance just by massaging the skin.

The discovery may be the future of Alzheimer's prevention.

Scientists have discovered a non-invasive way to enhance the brain’s natural waste-clearing system, which could open new doors for treating neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s.

Researchers at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) demonstrated in mice that gently stimulating lymphatic vessels beneath the skin of the face and neck significantly boosts cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow—a critical mechanism for flushing out harmful substances from the brain. Using a specially designed mechanical stimulator, the team was able to double CSF outflow and restore drainage levels in aged mice, without drugs or surgery.

This breakthrough offers a potential new approach for safely improving brain health in aging populations.

The researchers also identified previously unknown drainage routes from the brain to superficial lymph nodes through facial lymphatics—routes that remain functional even in older animals. These findings complete the anatomical map of CSF outflow and suggest the feasibility of wearable or clinical devices to enhance brain waste clearance. While more research is needed to determine its long-term effects and application in human patients, the team is optimistic that this gentle mechanical approach could be developed into a therapeutic tool to prevent or slow neurodegenerative disease progression.

paper
Nature. Increased CSF drainage by non-invasive manipulation of cervical lymphatics, June 4, 2025

03/04/2026

Continuing education for Orthopedic Chair Massage for Upper and Lower Body at Learned some really effective, advanced techniques and got to be in class with my friend Brandy!

02/17/2026

Go to chatGPT and use this prompt: “Make a caricature of me and my job based on everything you know about me.”

01/06/2026

See you Saturday January 10th 9:00am-1:00pm at Dream City Church for the Get Local AZ Farmers Markets / Momma's Organic Market! I’ll be doing chair massage and will have gift cards available for sale.

Your week just got fresher 🥕🍓
Markets all week long!!
good food, good people, good vibes.
Save the dates & we’ll see you there!