Jacob G.

MassagebyJacob.com

103 A Free Bridge Lane, Charlottesville, VA, 22911

I combine my experience at world-class spas (Homestead and Inn at Willow Grove) and continuous training in massage techniques to provide resort-quality, therapeutic massage to clients in the central Virginia area at a fraction of the cost! I specialize in: Post-Operative Lymphatic Drainage Therapy (MLD) for cosmetic/body sculpting procedures, post-surgery recovery, or from trauma due injury or accident. Certified Lymphatic Drainage Therapist (CPT), trained by Carmen Recupero, Monarch CE, 2018. Planning cosmetic/Body Sculpting? Contact me as soon as know your surgery date to schedule lymphatic drainage therapy sessions that your surgeon will recommend to reduce swelling and scarring, prevent knots and lumps and speed your recovery. Sports, Medical and Injury Recovery Massage. I use an integrative approach to address your medical, sports or injury issues to speed your recovery. I specialize in myofascial release (MFR), deep tissue (DTM) and AcuPressure (AP). In addition, I provide a full range of other therapeutic massage modalities: Swedish Pregnancy Massage Hot Stone Massage Lymphatic Drainage Detoxification Massage Chair or Table Massage at Special Events: Bridal Shower/Weddings, Corporate, Staff Day and Fairs/Festivals. Licensed Massage Therapist. A graduate of the Virginia School of Massage, I am certified to practice by the National Certification Board for Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) and licensed by the Virginia Department of Health Professions. I am a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and am fully insured. I am trained as a First Responder and Wilderness Rescuer. Certified Lymphatic Therapist. In August of 2018, I trained with Carmen Thompson to become a certified lymphedema therapist providing clients with detoxification massage via manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and treat patients with lymphedema and other swelling issues. Acupressure Master. Unique to my practice, I routinely include acupressure during your massage session. Acupressure often provides immediate relief from acute or chronic pain and enhances any massage modality. I am a certified G-Jo Acupressure Master.