Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Massage Therapist in North Bend, WA
With over 25 years of experience, Wellness Massage by Martina specializes in personalized therapeutic treatments tailored to individual needs. Our founder, Martina Kowalke, combines advanced training in Swedish, Sports, Deep Tissue, and Fascial Stretch Therapy with a heritage of natural healing traditions. We serve diverse clients including athletes, post-surgical patients, and individuals with chronic conditions, utilizing evidence-based techniques to manage pain, reduce stress, and enhance overall wellness.Our practice integrates modern modalities with ancestral herbal knowledge, creating a unique holistic approach to bodywork. Committed to continuous education, we maintain certifications in specialized therapies and adapt treatments to address specific client requirements. Our tranquil environment and client-centered philosophy have earned consistent five-star ratings and long-term patient loyalty.
Services
Swedish Massage
Sports Massage
Deep Tissue
Prenatal Massage
Fascial Stretch
Manual Lymphatic
Reiki Therapy
Intraoral Massage
Neuromuscular Therapy
Ultrasound Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience working with diverse patient populations
- Certified in 7 specialized massage modalities including Fascial Stretch Therapy
- Personalized treatment plans combining modern techniques with traditional healing
- Proven track record improving mobility in post-surgical and chronic pain patients
- Herbal remedy expertise enhancing therapeutic outcomes
What people say
Amazing talent
Highly recommend
Significant flexibility gains
Exceptional anatomical knowledge
Serene environment
Services
Swedish Massage
This foundational therapy uses long strokes and kneading movements to relax muscles, improve circulation, and reduce stress. Ideal for general wellness maintenance, it combines traditional techniques with customized pressure adjustments. Clients benefit from enhanced blood flow, toxin removal, and mental relaxation through tailored essential oil integration.
Fascial Stretch Therapy
Table-based assisted stretching targets connective tissue to improve mobility and reduce pain. Particularly effective for posture correction and athletic performance, this method addresses fascial restrictions causing joint issues and muscle tension. Patients experience measurable flexibility gains through guided contraction-relaxation techniques performed in comfortable clothing.
Sports Massage
Specialized treatments address sports-related injuries and performance optimization. Combining deep tissue work with injury-specific protocols, this therapy prevents injuries, accelerates recovery, and enhances physical capabilities. Three application types - pre-event preparation, post-event recovery, and maintenance sessions - support athletes at all competition levels.
Prenatal Massage
Gentle, safe bodywork for expectant mothers alleviates common discomforts like back pain and swelling. Performed after first trimester with physician approval, it improves circulation, reduces stress hormones, and supports emotional well-being through carefully adapted positioning and pressure techniques.
Deep Tissue Massage
Targeted pressure on deeper muscle layers releases chronic tension and breaks down scar tissue. Using myofascial trigger point therapy, this treatment addresses postural deviations and long-term pain conditions like carpal tunnel and fibromyalgia. Clients receive personalized home care recommendations to maintain treatment benefits between sessions.
People
Martina Kowalke
Licensed Massage Therapist
With 25+ years of clinical experience, Martina holds certifications in six massage modalities and Fascial Stretch Therapy. She combines modern techniques with ancestral herbal knowledge, maintaining Washington state license MA60381693 and intraoral endorsement for TMJ treatment.
Questions
What massage types do you specialize in?
We specialize in Swedish, Sports, Deep Tissue, Prenatal, Fascial Stretch Therapy, and Intraoral massage, with customized treatment plans combining multiple modalities for optimal results.
Do you treat specific medical conditions?
Yes, we address chronic pain, TMJ disorders, post-surgical recovery, sports injuries, and mobility limitations using evidence-based techniques adapted to individual medical histories.
What cancellation policies apply?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations to avoid 50% charges, with full payment due for missed appointments to maintain scheduling fairness for all clients.
Are gift certificates available?
Yes, we offer non-expiring gift certificates for massage packages ranging from single sessions to 10-visit bundles with discounted rates.
Do you accept insurance?
While we don't bill insurance directly, we provide documentation for potential reimbursement and offer flexible payment options for all services rendered.
