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Your Trusted Therapeutic Massage Partner in Stamford, CT
At Posture Massage, we specialize in therapeutic bodywork designed to reconnect individuals with their physical selves through advanced massage techniques. Our practice focuses on craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, visceral manipulation, and emotional integration to address posture issues, chronic pain, and emotional stress. With over a decade of experience, our lead therapist Julie Tracy has developed a reputation for personalized care, combining specialized expertise in fascial systems, lymphatic flow, and mind-body connections to deliver measurable improvements in mobility, pain reduction, and overall wellness.We serve clients in Stamford and Westport, Connecticut, offering both preventative care and post-surgical recovery support while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards of hygiene, client education, and ethical practice.
Services
Craniosacral Therapy
Lymphatic Drainage
Emotional Integration
Visceral Manipulation
TMJ Treatment
Scar Tissue Reduction
Post-Surgical Recovery
Prenatal Massage
Orthodontic Support
Vertigo Relief
Highlights and features
- We offer customized therapeutic sessions combining multiple advanced massage modalities
- Our lead therapist has 47+ five-star reviews for specialized lymphatic drainage techniques
- We address both physical and emotional components of pain through integrated therapy
- Our practice combines pre- and post-surgical recovery protocols with long-term wellness
- We teach clients self-care techniques for maintaining treatment benefits between sessions
What people say
Magical hands
Significant swelling reduction
Improved body awareness
Exceptional postpartum care
Effective migraine relief
Services
Craniosacral Therapy
This gentle, hands-on treatment addresses central nervous system issues through subtle manipulations of the skull, spine, and pelvis. Our therapists use light touch techniques to release restrictions in the craniosacral system, improving cerebrospinal fluid flow and reducing symptoms of migraines, TMJ disorders, and neurological conditions. Clients benefit from enhanced body awareness and improved physiological function across multiple systems.
Lymphatic Drainage
Specialized manual techniques stimulate lymph fluid movement to reduce swelling and enhance immune function. Our practitioners address post-surgical recovery, chronic inflammation, and detoxification needs through customized drainage protocols. Clients learn self-care techniques to maintain lymphatic health between sessions while experiencing reduced pain and improved tissue regeneration.
Visceral Manipulation
Targeted abdominal work restores mobility to internal organs and surrounding connective tissues. This treatment addresses digestive issues, postpartum recovery, and post-surgical adhesions through gentle manual techniques. Clients experience improved organ function, reduced pelvic pain, and enhanced digestive system performance through our structured approach to fascial release.
Emotional Integration
Combining therapeutic touch with guided awareness techniques, this service addresses emotional trauma stored in physical tissues. Sessions help clients process stress-related tension while improving body-mind communication. Our approach facilitates emotional release through physical manipulation, resulting in reduced anxiety and improved somatic awareness.
TMJ Dysfunction Treatment
Specialized facial and neck work addresses temporomandibular joint disorders through myofascial release and trigger point therapy. Our practitioners treat chronic headaches, dental alignment issues, and sleep apnea symptoms by restoring proper jaw function. Clients receive targeted exercises to maintain treatment benefits between sessions.
People
Julie Tracy
Owner & Lead Therapist
Julie Tracy is a certified massage therapist with specialized training in craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, and visceral manipulation. With over 15 years of clinical experience, she has developed expertise in treating post-surgical patients, chronic pain sufferers, and individuals seeking holistic wellness. Her approach combines technical precision with client education to deliver lasting therapeutic benefits.
Questions
What conditions respond best to craniosacral therapy?
Craniosacral therapy effectively addresses migraines, TMJ disorders, chronic neck/back pain, and neurological conditions by improving cerebrospinal fluid flow and releasing fascial restrictions.
How does lymphatic drainage aid post-surgical recovery?
Lymphatic drainage reduces post-operative swelling, minimizes scar tissue formation, and accelerates tissue healing through specialized manual techniques that stimulate lymph fluid circulation and detoxification.
Can massage therapy help TMJ dysfunction?
Yes, targeted jaw work reduces TMJ-related pain and improves mouth mobility through myofascial release techniques that address muscle tension and trigger points in facial and neck muscles.
What should I wear for a lymphatic drainage session?
Wear loose, comfortable clothing as sessions are performed with clients fully clothed to facilitate gentle tissue manipulation and fluid movement.
How many sessions are needed for chronic pain relief?
Treatment plans vary by condition, but most clients experience significant improvement within 4-6 sessions combining different therapeutic modalities for comprehensive pain management.
Do you offer prenatal massage services?
Yes, we provide specialized prenatal massage to address pregnancy-related discomforts, improve circulation, and prepare the body for labor through safe, adapted techniques for expectant mothers.
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Reviews (4)
Ellen Keithline Byrne
Nov 05, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
Julie is off the charts amazing!! Wow! I hadnt been sleeping well for many months, and whatever she did, Im now back on a healthy sleep cycle. She truly has magical talents. I highly recommend Julie!!!
Julie is off the charts amazing!! Wow! I hadnt been sleeping well for many months, and whatever she did, Im now back on a healthy sleep cycle. She truly has magical talents. I highly recommend Julie!!!
Nuttaya M.
Oct 26, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
Julie is a wonderful intuitive therapist! She helped with my swollen lymph nodes. After the session my throat was cleared, my body feel better. So grateful to meet her. Highly recommended!
Julie is a wonderful intuitive therapist! She helped with my swollen lymph nodes. After the session my throat was cleared, my body feel better. So grateful to meet her. Highly recommended!
D. S. Irishjd
May 29, 2021
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I cant say enough good things about Julie. Her massage techniques have made a positive difference for myself, my husband, and my daughter. I would recommend her to everyone.
Melissa M.
Feb 19, 2021
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Julie is an absolute healer, she read me like no one has ever before when I walked in the first session I was a complete mess she gave me hope and put me at ease she adapted her treatments to accommodate with what was going on with me. Julie has not only helped me physically with all sorts of problems but mentally too. I have never felt better emotionally I feel more positive and happier and that to me is the best gift. I am eternally grateful that I found her and for the life she has given back to me I am forever indebted to her!