Ammon Embry-Pelrine, LMT

01/13/2026

Wow, today was the first follow up with my neurosurgeon, and we spoke about the results of my last scan/surgery. He had taken the results to a conference as well, so there have been a few cooks in this kitchen. The results came back with a good number of data points and options to consider.

The short version: the right hemisphere of my brain is still the problematic region that's causing my seizures. Both the superficial region as well as a deeper area. Two approaches can be taken. 1: A lobectomy involving the removal of a small piece of my right parietal lobe. 2: A fiber laser procedure that basically inserts small fibers into the problematic regions and gives them a little zap. The advantage being that the brain is put under far less strain and if it doesn't work I can always go for option 1 afterwards.

I told my neurosurgeon that I would be more in favor of the fiber laser approach. The estimated recovery time would be around 2 weeks (if all goes well). Recovery time for the full surgery option would be around 2 months. The start time of either of these procedures would still be about 1 month away from now.

So, now I have some thinking to do as to which path to take. I've been so blessed to have the support of everyone through my Gofundme page. There is more work to do, but I can see the progress being made. I'm working with a great team at Beth Israel, and they have all been very helpful in this process.

I look forward to seeing my massage clients again. I'm hoping all of the pieces align so that I'm able to return to my studio sooner rather than later.

On that note, thanks again for all of your help everyone. It takes a lot to deal with one's own well being. Especially when the mind is involved.

Best Wishes
-Ammon

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01/06/2026

Enjoying some time to be creative :)

01/06/2026

It’s been nice to get outside a bit more lately. Especially being able to photograph fallen leaves in the park :)

01/01/2026

Happy New Year everyone!
I wanted to thank all of my wonderful clients for all of the work we've done together and your support during my time of healing. I'm looking forward to the path ahead. I've been feeling great! I have a follow up with my medical team on the 13th and I'll know more about which steps are available to me. I'll keep everyone posted about how everything is going :)

Also, I wanted to share a video project I made a few years ago that you might enjoy. It's a combination of my symmetrical designs as well as me playing electric bass through a looper and harmonizer :)

youtu.be/H2YabLdAz3U?si=w5NcvqB58Vhjm19Y

Best
-Ammon :)

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12/15/2025

Hey everyone,
the procedure at Beth Israel went very well. The scan went on for about 10 days, and now I'm back home resting, with initial instructions to not lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk :) At least for a few days anyway.

Now that was the scan to determine exactly which area of my brain needs some precise repair. It will be a few weeks before we have the data. I just wanted to let everyone know that it was a success and I'm feeling good. It's already been a transformational experience. I'll be sure to let you know how things are progressing.

Best
-Ammon :)

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11/24/2025

Hey everyone, It's been great seeing a good number of people at the office recently, just before my time away. I've even been talking with another therapist who may be subletting the space while I'm away, which will be helpful. I'll be sure to let the community know how things are going once I'm back home. We still have about one week to go, and there are even a few session spots open. Feel free to treat yourself to a good seasonal release.

Best Wishes
-Ammon :)

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11/18/2025

Hey everyone, thank you so much for the recent Gofundme support as well as simply coming in for a session. It's all been very helpful. Again, I will be away beginning December 1st, potentially for 3-4 months as I recover from my epilepsy surgery. I would love to see you at the office before my time away!

Best
-Ammon :)

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11/14/2025

Space available on the schedule starting at 4:30 this afternoon!

11/12/2025

Continuing to feel very grateful for everyone that has been able to contribute to my upcoming medical recovery, as well as all of my massage therapy clients that have been booking sessions through the rest of the month. Beginning Dec 1st I will be out of the office for 3-4 months, so be sure to book a session before they're all booked up! -Ammon 🙂

11/11/2025

Looking forward to seeing everyone before my time away. As of now I will be away beginning December 1st. Be sure to book ahead. I've been noticing the schedule becoming a bit busier!

Best
-Ammon :)

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11/06/2025

The best way to support a massage therapist is to have a massage :)