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Eight Concerns. One Calm Answer.

A quick guide to matching what hurts with the right session — and the add-ons our therapists pair with each.

01

Neck Pain

Focused work on the muscles screens overload, from the base of the skull to the tops of the shoulders.

60–90 min · firm pressure · relief often felt same-day
Head Gua ShaHot StoneAromatherapy
02

Shoulder Pain

Precise trigger point work for the spot beside the shoulder blade you can never quite reach.

60–90 min · firm–deep pressure · 2–4 visit course typical
CuppingHot StoneCBD Relief Oil
03

Upper Back Pain

Slow, warming pressure across the mid-back — with an optional back-walking technique for broad, even depth.

90 min · firm–deep pressure
Hot StoneCuppingGua Sha
04

Lower Back Pain

We treat the whole chain — lumbar, glutes, and hips — because the low back is rarely where the problem starts.

90–120 min · medium–deep pressure
Hot StoneThai StretchingCBD Relief Oil
05

Sciatica

Patient, careful release around the deep hip rotators to calm pain that travels down the leg. Always within comfort.

90 min · medium pressure · complements medical care
Hot StoneThai Stretching
06

Headaches

Release at the base of the skull and through the neck — treating tension headaches where they begin, not just where they land.

60 min · light–medium pressure
Head Gua ShaAromatherapy
07

Stress & Burnout

Long, unhurried full-body strokes that shift the nervous system into real rest. No phone. No decisions. Just quiet.

90–120 min · light–medium pressure · monthly rhythm
AromatherapyHead Gua ShaLymphatic Drainage
08

Muscle Recovery

Sport-specific depth and assisted stretching, styled lighter before an event and deeper after it.

60–90 min · deep pressure · loved by runners near Stanford
CuppingThai StretchingSession Extension

Not sure which fits? Book any session and tell your therapist where it hurts — every massage is customized on the table.

Therapist-Recommended

Signature Enhancements

Elevate your massage with therapist-recommended enhancements. Every enhancement is thoughtfully integrated into your massage to deliver deeper results—without extending your appointment. If you'd like a longer session, you can add extra massage time separately.

Hot Stone Therapy

Deep, soothing warmth helps muscles relax more quickly, allowing your therapist to work deeper with greater comfort while improving circulation.

Integrated into your massage for enhanced therapeutic results.
Best with: Deep Tissue • Neck Relief • Sports Recovery • Back Pain
+ $15

Aromatherapy

Premium essential oils help calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and create a deeper sense of relaxation throughout your massage.

Blended seamlessly into your treatment for a more immersive wellness experience.
Best with: Stress Relief • Relaxation • Better Sleep • Anxiety Relief
+ $15

Cupping Therapy

Gentle silicone cupping helps release stubborn muscle tension, improve circulation, and support faster muscle recovery.

Performed during your massage without extending your appointment.
Best with: Shoulder Pain • Back Pain • Sports Recovery • Muscle Tightness
+ $25

Head Gua Sha Massage

Traditional Gua Sha techniques gently stimulate the scalp, temples, and neck to release built-up tension, improve circulation, ease headaches, and promote deep mental relaxation.

Integrated into your massage for enhanced therapeutic benefits.
Best with: Headaches • Neck Pain • Stress Relief • Mental Fatigue • Better Sleep
+ $15

Thai Stretching

Guided assisted stretching improves flexibility, restores mobility, and helps release tight muscles and joints.

Included within your scheduled massage for enhanced recovery.
Best with: Sports Recovery • Sciatica • Hip Tightness • Lower Back Pain
+ $15

Gua Sha Therapy

Traditional body Gua Sha helps release muscle tension, improve circulation, reduce stiffness, and support the body's natural recovery process.

Added to your massage without increasing appointment time.
Best with: Neck Pain • Shoulder Pain • Upper Back Pain • Sports Recovery
+ $25

Lymphatic Drainage Enhancement

Gentle rhythmic techniques encourage healthy lymphatic flow, reduce fluid retention, and leave your body feeling lighter, refreshed, and revitalized.

Integrated into your massage to enhance overall wellness and recovery.
Best with: Swelling • Post-Travel Recovery • Detox Support • Relaxation
+ $25

CBD Relief Oil

Premium CBD massage oil helps soothe sore muscles, reduce localized discomfort, and support faster muscle recovery.

Applied during your massage for deeper muscle relief.
Best with: Back Pain • Sports Recovery • Chronic Tension • Muscle Fatigue
+ $15
Sometimes the Best Enhancement Is Simply More Time

Extend Your Experience

Add extra massage time for deeper therapeutic work, additional focus on problem areas, or complete full-body relaxation.

+ 30Extra Minutes

Perfect for additional attention to one or two problem areas, allowing your therapist more time to release chronic tension and improve overall results.

+ $50
+ 60Extra Minutes

Transform your massage into a complete wellness experience with extended time for deep pain relief, full-body recovery, and lasting relaxation.

+ $95
Therapist Recommended

Enhance Your Massage Experience

Every enhancement is carefully selected by our therapists to target specific concerns and deliver deeper, longer-lasting results—without extending your appointment.

Most Popular

Back Pain Recovery

Designed for guests experiencing stubborn back tension, muscle fatigue, and restricted movement. This enhancement combines deep pressure with therapeutic heat and traditional recovery techniques to help muscles release more effectively.

Best For

Back PainMuscle TightnessSports RecoveryHeavy Lifting

Includes

  • Hot Stone TherapyDeep therapeutic warmth relaxes muscles before deeper treatment.
  • Back Walking (Ashiatsu)Deep bodyweight compression for chronic muscle tension.
  • Gua Sha TherapyTraditional technique that promotes circulation and helps relieve stubborn muscle tightness.
Heat softens, Ashiatsu compression releases, Gua Sha restores flow — each step prepares the muscle for the next, so the whole sequence reaches deeper than any single technique.
Expected ResultsLess back tension · Improved flexibility · Faster recovery · Looser muscles
Recommended WithDeep Tissue Massage · Sports Recovery Massage · Trigger Point Massage
Enhancement · +$45
Headache Relief

Head & Neck Reset

Perfect for professionals who spend long hours at a computer. This therapist-designed enhancement focuses on releasing tension stored in the neck, shoulders, and scalp — often the true origin of recurring headaches.

Best For

HeadachesNeck PainOffice WorkersScreen Fatigue

Includes

  • Acupressure TherapyTargets pressure points that help reduce headaches and neck tension.
  • Hot Stone TherapyRelaxes tight muscles and prepares tissue for deeper work.
  • Cupping TherapyImproves circulation and releases stubborn muscle tightness.
Many headaches begin in the neck. Warmth opens the tissue, acupressure calms the trigger points, cupping restores circulation — a complete reset from the shoulders up.
Expected ResultsFewer tension headaches · Less neck stiffness · Mental clarity · Better sleep
Recommended WithNeck Pain Massage · Relaxation Massage · Deep Tissue Massage
Enhancement · +$50
Deep Recovery

Muscle Recovery Boost

Designed for guests seeking stronger therapeutic work and faster recovery after exercise, physical labor, or chronic muscle tension.

Best For

Lower Back PainLeg PainMuscle TightnessAthletes

Includes

  • Back Walking (Ashiatsu)Deep compression for stubborn muscle knots.
  • CBD Relief OilPremium muscle-soothing oil to support recovery.
  • IASTM (Fascia Blade Therapy)Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization to improve mobility and reduce fascial restrictions.
Compression releases the muscle, IASTM frees the fascia around it, and CBD oil calms the tissue afterward — treating the muscle, its casing, and its recovery in one session.
Expected ResultsReduced muscle tension · Better mobility · Faster recovery · Long-lasting relief
Recommended WithSports Recovery Massage · Deep Tissue Massage · Back Pain Massage
Enhancement · +$50

Each enhancement is woven into your scheduled massage by a licensed therapist — no added time, no interruption, simply deeper results. Mention your preference when booking, or ask your therapist on arrival.

Same-Day Appointments Available

Start With What Hurts.
Leave Without It.

Pick a session, add what tempts you, and a licensed therapist handles the rest. Free parking on El Camino Real.

Under 60 seconds to book · Same-day times often available · Instant confirmation Avy Spa · 3783 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306