Reflexology is a non-invasive, manual method of stimulating reflexes in the feet, hands, or ears that correspond to every part, gland, and organ of the body. This stimulation effectively reduces stress and tension in the body. It is an effective therapy by itself or it  can prepare the client for a more effective rehabilitative massage.

A revolutionary form of massage therapy at MassageWORKS is Water Immersion Massage. This form of rehabillitation, invented and patented by Dave, allows you to receive a massage while immersed in hot water. The hot water helps soften the fascia and the hydraulic action of the water helps release entrapped nerves.


For more information about Water Immersion Massage go to www.waterimmersiontable.com


Anna: Rehabilitative Massage

Our Rehabilitative Massage therapists use a combination of modalities  to best meet the needs of the client. Modalities include but are not limited to deep tissue, sports, neuromuscular, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, active release, shiatsu, reflexology, and cupping.

 

They view the body as a whole and not only focus on the muscles that are limited or in pain, but also the opposing or compensating muscles that may be having an impact on recovery.

 

Apprenticeship:

Dave launched The Apprenticeship Program in July 2016. He annually trains one to three Licensed Massage Therapists in a Rehabilitative Massage Certification Program.  

Dave: Rehabilitative Massage.

Massage & Bodywork in Albany, OR

Seminars:

Casey: Reflexology

Dave is NCBTMB Continuing Education Provider # 1159. Currently he is teaching CEs in Rehabilitative Massage through the Apprenticeship Program. He also teaches seminars on Rehabilitative Massage through Next Level Institute.


Upcoming Seminars:

Fri 7/14 - Rehabilitation of the Back

Fri, Sat 8/25, 26 - Rehabilitation of the Neck and Upper Extremities

Fri 9/8 - Rehabilitation of the Hips 

Mon, Tu 9/25, 26 - Rehabilitation through Sports Massage

Fri, Sat 10/13,14 - Rehabilitation of the Lower Extremities

May: Rehabilitative Massage

Reflexology:

Rehabilitative Bodywork Center

Chelsea: Rehabilitative Massage

Massage Approach:


Water Immersion Massage:

MassageWORKS


MassageWORKS is operated by Dave Wilkinson


Dave has been working with body mechanics through coaching, athletic training, and massage therapy for more than 35 years.

He is NCBTMB Board Certified and has been licensed in Oregon and California. He is also a certified Medical Massage Practitioner. He is the inventor of the Water Immersion Massage Table and has spent time working on professional and Olympic athletes.


He trains other therapists in Rehabilitative Massage through a one-year Apprenticeship Program and through seminars at Next Level Institute. All of the Massage Therapists at MassageWORKS have completed or are in the process of completing this course.


Casey Perry specializes in Reflexology and has been helping people in the Albany who have been dealing with stress, pain, and wellness concerns since 2012. She also has 20 years of experience with therapeutic essential oils.


Anna Howe has been a massage therapist since graduating from Central Community College in 2007. She is certified in Rehabilitative Massage.


Chelsea Hannson earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Science from Oregon State University and a Personal Training Certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.  She  graduated from Oregon School of Massage in 2021 and is currently training in Rehabilitative Massage .


​May Hawthorn is a 2016 graduate of Five Branches University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Asian Bodywork program in Santa Cruz, California. She is skilled in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, and Shiatsu Therapies. She has advanced training in Vodder and Chikly Lymphatic Drainage. She is currently training in Rehabilitative Massage.