Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Massage Therapy Experts in Lakewood Ranch
Massage Therapy Connections has been dedicated to providing client-focused massage services since 2011, prioritizing therapeutic and medical benefits while maintaining affordable rates. Our team designs sessions to address individual needs, ensuring optimal outcomes through specialized services like Medical Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and Prenatal Massage. With a commitment to ongoing education, we combine technical expertise with personalized care.Our therapists are professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about their work, delivering sessions that match their full advertised length. We offer convenient hours and online booking, operating seven days a week. Recognized as Best Massage Therapists in multiple Readers Choice Awards since 2015, we value referrals as a trusted source of new clients through our win-win referral program.
Services
Swedish Massage
Deep Tissue Massage
Medical Massage
Prenatal Massage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Myofascial Release
Functional Integration
Sports Massage
CBD Massage
Reflexology
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer affordable rates without mandatory memberships.
- Our therapists are certified, experienced, and deeply committed to client care.
- Sessions are guaranteed to match their full advertised length.
- Convenient hours with online booking available seven days a week.
- Recognized as Best Massage Therapists in Readers Choice Awards since 2015.
What people say
Best massage therapists
Excellent service
Effective pain relief
Professional staff
Relaxing environment
Services
Medical Massage
Medical Massage focuses on resolving the root causes of pain through assessment-driven care. By combining modalities like myofascial release and neuromuscular therapy, we address soft tissue imbalances linked to chronic conditions. Ideal for post-surgical recovery, joint inflammation, and nerve pain, this service targets skin, fascia, muscles, and bones individually for reliable results. Sessions build on prior progress, requiring 2-10 visits depending on severity.
Functional Integration
Functional Integration sessions use movement assessment and manual therapy to heal chronic pain. Exclusively offered by Apryl Perez LMT, this approach combines gait analysis, craniosacral therapy, and structural integration to reboot movement patterns. It benefits clients with fibromyalgia, scar tissue overgrowth, and joint instability by restoring neural and muscular communication for lasting comfort.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage gently stimulates lymph fluid movement to reduce post-surgical swelling and boost immunity. Certified therapists use rhythmic techniques to address edema, sinus congestion, and skin conditions. This therapy aids recovery after cosmetic procedures and supports clients with fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue syndrome through non-invasive, relaxing sessions.
Prenatal Massage
Prenatal Massage addresses pregnancy-related discomforts through specialized techniques. Certified therapists focus on lower back pain, swelling, and joint strain while ensuring safety for both mother and child. Sessions incorporate side-lying positioning and targeted pressure relief to improve circulation and promote relaxation during all trimesters.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release applies sustained pressure to eliminate fascial restrictions causing chronic pain. Therapists assess posture and tissue elasticity to address trauma-related adhesions and mobility limitations. This hands-on technique without oils improves range of motion for clients with headaches, sports injuries, or postural imbalances through direct skin contact.
People
Donna Koehnen
Owner
Donna founded Massage Therapy Connections in 2011, emphasizing affordable, client-centered care. With over a decade of leadership, she ensures therapists maintain high standards through ongoing education and personalized service approaches.
Mary Ann Maloney
Therapist
Certified in Medical Massage and Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Mary Ann specializes in integrative treatments for chronic pain. With over 15 years of experience, she combines myofascial release and Reiki to address both physical and energetic imbalances in clients.
Apryl Perez
Therapist
Apryl exclusively offers Functional Integration therapy, leveraging advanced training in clinical manual therapy. Her expertise in resolving complex pain patterns through movement assessment has made her a sought-after specialist since joining in 2017.
Misa McCue
Therapist
Misa provides Medical Massage and Reflexology services, focusing on stress-related pain relief. A graduate of Manatee Technical College with honors, she tailors sessions using a holistic approach that integrates mind-body wellness principles.
Heather Zachary
Therapist
Heather specializes in Deep Tissue and Sports Massage, supporting athletes and bodybuilders with recovery. Her background in Medical Myotherapy informs her non-painful techniques that target muscular tension while enhancing overall performance and mobility.
Questions
What conditions can Medical Massage treat?
Medical Massage addresses chronic/acute pain in areas like lower back, hips, and shoulders, fibromyalgia, post-surgical recovery, joint inflammation, and nerve-related issues through targeted assessment-driven therapy.
Is Prenatal Massage safe during all trimesters?
Yes, our certified prenatal massage therapists use specialized positioning and techniques to safely provide pain relief and relaxation throughout all stages of pregnancy.
Do you offer specialized therapy for post-surgical swelling?
Yes, Manual Lymphatic Drainage performed by certified therapists effectively reduces post-surgical swelling, bruising, and scar tissue hardness to accelerate healing.
Can Functional Integration help with fibromyalgia symptoms?
Functional Integration combines movement assessment and manual therapies to address fibromyalgia-related pain by rebooting neural pathways and improving soft tissue function.
Are gift certificates available?
Yes, gift certificates for massage services can be purchased through our website or by contacting our Lakewood Ranch office directly.
