Business Details
Your Trusted Massage Therapy in Palo Alto, CA
Laura Body Work was founded on the principle of providing personalized therapeutic experiences that promote relaxation and holistic well-being. As a dedicated mother and native of El Salvador, I bring a nurturing approach to my practice, specializing in 10+ massage techniques including Deep Tissue, Medical Massage, and Craniosacral Therapy. Each session is tailored to address individual needs, whether for chronic pain relief, sports recovery, or stress reduction. My practice combines traditional methods with modern modalities like CBD-infused treatments, ensuring clients receive comprehensive care. Located in Palo Alto, California, I maintain a safe, professional environment with flexible scheduling options.My commitment to continuous learning ensures clients benefit from the latest advancements in massage therapy. With over a decade of experience, I prioritize open communication to create customized treatment plans. The practice accepts HSA/FSA payments and offers CBD products to enhance therapeutic outcomes. Clients consistently praise the transformative effects of sessions and the welcoming atmosphere. Laura Body Work remains dedicated to helping individuals achieve optimal physical and mental wellness through the healing power of touch.
Services
Deep Tissue Massage
Medical Massage
Myofascial Massage
Trigger Point Therapy
Acupressure
Hot Stone Therapy
CBD Infused Massage
Highlights and features
- Specialize in 10+ massage techniques tailored to individual needs
- Combine medical expertise with holistic healing approaches
- Offer CBD-infused therapeutic products for enhanced pain relief
- Maintain open communication to customize every treatment session
- Provide flexible scheduling with evening availability Monday-Saturday
Services
Deep Tissue Massage
Targets deep muscle layers to relieve chronic tension and improve mobility. Effective for misalignment and repetitive motion injuries. Open communication during sessions ensures optimal pressure levels. Post-treatment soreness is common but temporary with proper hydration.
Medical Massage
Prescription-based therapy integrated with physician treatment plans. Addresses specific medical conditions and injuries. Often covered by insurance with required documentation. Combines therapeutic benefits with targeted pain relief for diagnosed conditions.
Myofascial Massage
Focuses on connective tissue to reduce pain and increase range of motion. Addresses fascial imbalances affecting mobility. Differentiates from traditional massage by targeting membrane surrounding muscles rather than muscle tissue itself.
Trigger Point Therapy
Applies focused pressure to eliminate muscle knots from physical or emotional stress. Utilizes various techniques for releasing tension points. May cause temporary discomfort but delivers lasting relief from chronic pain patterns.
CBD Infused Massage
Incorporates plant-derived CBD oils for localized pain relief and inflammation reduction. Enhances traditional massage with natural analgesic properties. Improves skin health while addressing anxiety and stress through transdermal absorption.
People
Laura
Owner & Licensed Massage Therapist
Laura brings over a decade of experience in therapeutic massage, specializing in 10+ modalities. As a native of El Salvador and dedicated mother, she combines nurturing care with technical expertise. Her practice focuses on personalized treatment plans using both traditional and innovative techniques.
Questions
What massage techniques do you offer?
We offer Deep Tissue, Medical Massage, Myofascial, Trigger Point, Acupressure, Hot Stone, and CBD-infused therapies tailored to individual needs.
Do you accept insurance or HSA/FSA payments?
While we don't bill insurance directly, we accept HSA and FSA payments for all services and products.
How can I book an appointment?
Schedule online through our website or call us at (650) 270-2310 during business hours for immediate assistance.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer evening sessions Monday-Saturday until 8:00 PM to accommodate busy schedules.
What CBD products do you carry?
We offer CBD-infused creams and ointments with natural emollients and terpenes for targeted pain relief and inflammation reduction.
Reviews (6)
Virginia S.
May 15, 2021
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Best in the area! I've been going to Laura for 6+ months and she consistently does an incredible job. I'm super tight and she always pays special attention to my problem areas, checking in throughout. She is a lovely individual and truly cares about her clients' happiness and health!
Ivan S.
May 31, 2020
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Found Laura on yelp and glad that I did! I sometimes have tension with my lower back and I decided to see Laura on Bryant st. in Palo Alto for support. I wanted to try someone different and also w/ a wider scope of work. No looking back. I had her focus on my shoulders and lower back this time. I had months of tension in those areas and I noticed that Laura has strong hands and can pin point tension on my body easily which I like. Shows her confidence. I want to see Laura again to work out the tension!
Enso #39
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Laura is friendly and is mindful of her clients requests. Clean rooms, private
Enso #39
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Laura is friendly and is mindful of her clients requests. Clean rooms, private
Douglas P.
Nov 30, 2019
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Laura is great at helping you fix your body and feeling better! I was recommended from a friend to visit Laura and I've been going for 9 months now. When I first went I had severe lower back pain and was unable to bend over without sharp pain. 9 months later I can bend over with no pain and feeling better than ever. Laura is extremely knowledgeable about the body and how it works. She gave me several tips, stretches, and exercises to perform in order to maintain my body since I beat up my body constantly. I highly recommend anyone to try Laura and let her help you get your body right!!
Sara M.
Aug 24, 2019
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My husband and I have been going to Laura for the last few years. She is absolutely incredible! Since we found her we haven't gone to anyone else. She does a lot of home visits in addition to maternity massages. She definitely listens and remembers the specifics each time I see her. She has a sports therapy background so is great with athletes. My husband felt like when he would get massages that and it's tough to get would enough pressure applied until he met Laura.
Bruce L.
Feb 16, 2019
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Laura is for certain one of the very best massase therapists I have had. Skilled, knowledgable, attuned, empathic, strong -- Healing -- and always, open to your moment by moment feedback regarding what she is doing. A deeply kind person who does her absolute, extremely skilled, best to align with and help her clients.
Chloe G.
Feb 10, 2019
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I highly recommend Laura for deep tissue work! Her knowledge of anatomy is vast and her ability to locate and work our trigger points is amazing! I highly recommend her for athletes like myself and also for others who need relief from life stressors.
