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Portland, Oregon - OR - Massage Therapists

Welcome to the Portland Massage Therapist Directory.

Here you'll find the most comprehensive local listings of Massage Therapists in and around Portland, OR.

We only include Massage Therapists who have been credentialed by the State of Oregon.

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Massage Therapy Overview

Therapeutic massage, manipulating body tissue with the hands, heals muscles and promotes better circulation. First used over 3,000 years ago by the Chinese, massage therapy was a mainstay among other ancient cultures, including the Greeks, Japanese, Egyptians, Romans and Arabs. A Swedish gymnastics instructor, Per Henrik Ling, developed modern massage therapy in the early 19th century. The Swedish method combined exercise with massage to treat joint and muscle pain. In the 1850s, George and Charles Taylor, two brothers who studied massage in Sweden, brought this method to the U.S. Today it is a common treatment technique.

Three types of hand movements are used by massage therapists. Stroking, which can be light or hard, is meant to relax muscles and improve circulation. Compression—including kneading, squeezing and friction—stretches muscles and tendons to facilitate movement. Percussion, repeatedly striking the massage point with the sides of the hands, improves circulation. Massage therapy is effective for patients who suffer a range of conditions from arthritis to paralysis. It is often used to relieve pain and reduce swelling.

Massage Therapists in Portland

Verified Stephanie Glass LMT
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Stephanie Glass, LMT Massage Therapist in Portland"I would be honored to create a massage especially for you. I feel that each massage should be unique for each person. I have been in practice since 1999 and have gained ..."
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6555 N Fenwick Avenue
Portland, Oregon
97217
(503) 880-8905
Verified Alix Sheppard Marro BA, LMT
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Alix Sheppard Marro, BA, LMT Massage Therapist in Portland"I am trained in a variety of modalties, including Swedish, deep tissue, reflexology, pregnancy massage, aromatherapy, and chair massage. I often include gentle stretching for those of you who work behind a ..."
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499 Stevens Ave.
# 203
Portland, Maine
04103
(978) 314-0554
Verified Elizabeth Jackson LMT, RMT
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Elizabeth Jackson, LMT, RMT Massage Therapist in Portland"If you are under constant STRESS and you are seeking relief from chronic PAIN such as Back Pain, Headaches, TMJ, Shoulder & Neck Pain, Arthritis, Hot Flashes, Sciatica, or Muscle Tension & ..."
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94 Auburn Street
Suite 106
Portland, Maine
04103
(207) 878-3003
Verified David Jacob LMT
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David Jacob, LMT Massage Therapist in Portland"I have been in practice for over 7 years professionally and have received excellent training in several specific modalities. "
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2534 SE 35th Ave.
Portland, Oregon
97202
(503) 522-5550
Verified Kate M. Zahorodni LMT
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Kate M. Zahorodni, LMT Massage Therapist in Portland"My client base ranges from people with chronic pain and injuries, to people who are just looking to clear their mind from the stresses in life! I do specialize in Swedish, Deep ..."
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234 Main St.
Portland, Connecticut
06480
(860) 575-9037
Verified Jessie Thompson LMT, CA
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Jessie Thompson, LMT, CA Massage Therapist in Portland"Have you accepted pain as a part of your daily life? Do you want to feel your best AND have the ability to perform at your best? Massage may be exactly what you ..."
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SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, Oregon
97206
(971) 506-8213
Verified Gina C James LMT
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Gina C James, LMT Massage Therapist in Portland"Gina draws upon her expertise as a licensed massage therapist, Reiki master and Spiritual Director to gently guide people to reconnect with their inner wisdom, creativity and joy. Gina"s work transforms challenged ..."
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2538 NE Broadway
Suite C
Portland, Oregon
97232
(503) 282-8600

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