About Massage Artistry
Specializing in pain management, Massage Artistry is committed to helping individuals who suffer from chronic muscular discomfort. The focus is on helping those individuals manage their pain naturally with customized massage sessions tailor-fitted to your conditions, lifestyle and preferences. Come in and experience the art of caring.
The Process
1
Intake
At the beginning of every massage there is time taken to discover how you are feeling in that moment and the lifestyle you lead. This information provides insight to any discomfort that may manifest within the muscles.
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Personalization
Every person is different, therefore, every session is customized to meet your specific needs. We will discuss your long-term goals and create a treatment plan just for you.
3
Recommendations
Stretches and advice are given at the end of your session based on your body and lifestyle. Massage Artistry is committed to helping you implement healthy strategies so the positive effects of your massage will expand into your daily routine.
Araina Artis Linton, L.M.T.
Araina Artis Linton is a Licensed Massage Therapist in NYC and owner of Massage Artistry. She obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management and Communications from Guilford College in 2009, a Massage Therapy Licensed from The Swedish Institute of Health Sciences in New York City in 2010. Her advanced training in Medical Massage, Pregnancy Massage and Trigger Point Therapy allows her to create safe and therapeutic massage session. With the surname of Artis, all throughout Araina’s school years people would jokingly ask, “What kind of artist are you? Do you draw? Do you paint?” Although her stick figures are legendary, it is her ability to compose a custom massage for every client that is her creative gift. Araina’s skill is the artistry of massage. Araina opened her own business, Massage Artistry in 2012.
How it all began…
I have been massaging and caring for people with chronic injuries since I was 12 years old. I was raised by my mother who had a slip and fall accident in which she injured her shoulder, wrist and back. My brother suffered an injury at his job and since has had chronic lower back pain. Growing up I witnessed first hand how chronic bodily pain can severely alter someone’s life. After graduating from college with my bachelor’s degree I came home and worked at an acupuncture clinic while I looked for a career in the sports field. During that summer, I saw how my bosses touch enhanced their client’s lives with acupuncture and I wanted to do that as well. Though I did not feel that acupuncture was for me I felt the pull towards massage therapy and I enrolled that fall.
The massage program at Swedish Institute provided me with the tools I had been missing: the knowledge of the human body and the massage techniques. This equipped me with the ability to aid my loved ones with managing their pain. Learning about conditions in the classroom that I had prior knowledge of really fueled my passion for massage therapy.
Not just a massage…
Quickly out of school I realized that so many people were living with pain. I believe that constant physical pain does not, and should not, have to be a normal part of someone’s life. Massage has so many benefits such as promoting relaxation, the various health benefits. But I discovered that where the true power of massage really lives is what it gives back to you. As a massage therapist I can help you find relief from the physical pain that is impeding your life. I can help soothe tight muscles and give you the space to feel more focused, more balanced, more productive and more aware. I can help you find an escape from the stress so you can take the time to reset and restore your body and mind.