About Touch: Massage for relaxation and pain relief

01/28/2026

1hr at 6pm with Rhiannon
1/2 hr at 3:30 with Rhiannon
1/2 hr ashi at 11 with Amanda
1:30 and 6:30 follow up acupuncture apt with Holly
Call us tomorrow morning 541-484-3055
or book now online

As a small token of our appreciation, below is a reward that can be used during your next visit. Hope you enjoy it!

01/08/2026

Openings with Melissa Today from 9am to 1pm
Book online
booknow.appointment-plus.com/112qs1rg
Or call after 8:45am

As a small token of our appreciation, below is a reward that can be used during your next visit. Hope you enjoy it!

12/31/2025

Start 2026 off right. We just added more openings for Thursday 1/1.

Jordana is available 1pm-close.

(note: she is not in network with any insurance companies yet).

As a small token of our appreciation, below is a reward that can be used during your next visit. Hope you enjoy it!

12/08/2025

Holly has added some additional acupuncture days.

Saturday 12/20 10:30-3:30
Friday 12/26 9-12

Please call 541-484-3055
or use the link below to schedule

12/04/2025

Unwrap a Little Calm This Year

Can Acupuncture Enhance Antidepressants? ✳️ 4 tips for a peaceful December

✳️ Simple Spiced Apple Cider for Cozy Evenings

Acupuncture and Antidepressants—Better Together?

At About Touch, our licensed acupuncturist works closely with clients who want a natural, complementary approach to managing depression. Depression is complex and rarely caused by a single factor—so it often responds best to more than one kind of care. Many people find that combining standard treatments, such as antidepressant medication and therapy, with acupuncture provides broader relief and a deeper sense of well-being.

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What the Research Says
Recent research supports acupuncture as a helpful addition—not a replacement—for standard depression care.
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses show that acupuncture can reduce the severity of depression and that combining it with antidepressant medication often improves outcomes more than medication alone.
In one meta-analysis, patients receiving both treatments showed greater improvement in depression scores than those using either treatment alone, suggesting a meaningful “boost” effect. Some studies also found that patients may experience benefits sooner and report fewer side effects, though results vary and more high-quality research is needed.
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How Acupuncture May Support Mood
Modern studies suggest that acupuncture influences several systems involved in depression:
• Neurotransmitters: It may help balance serotonin and norepinephrine—the same brain chemicals targeted by many antidepressants.
• Stress Regulation: Acupuncture can calm an overactive stress response (the HPA axis), helping to stabilize cortisol levels.
• Brain Function: Imaging studies show changes in mood-related brain areas after acupuncture, including regions linked to emotional regulation and rumination.
• Inflammation and Sleep: Acupuncture may reduce inflammatory markers and improve sleep quality—both key factors in mood stability.
By acting on these pathways, acupuncture complements antidepressant effects and offers additional ways to support emotional balance.

🌿 Quick Tips for a Peaceful December

• ✨ Take a mindful minute: pause once a day, notice your breath, and exhale tension.

• 💧 Stay hydrated: even mild dehydration can increase fatigue and headaches.
• 🚶 Move gently: short walks or stretches help relieve winter stiffness.
• 🕯️ Protect your quiet time: block out an hour each week for rest, reading, or reflection.

🍎 Simple Spiced Apple Cider for Cozy Evenings

Warm up after your massage or acupuncture session with this soothing homemade cider—it fills your space with the scent of comfort and calm.

Ingredients:

½ gallon (8 cups) apple cider or unfiltered apple juice

1 orange, sliced

3 cinnamon sticks

5 whole cloves

2 star anise (optional, for extra spice)

1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a large pot or slow cooker.

Simmer gently for 30–60 minutes—don’t boil.

Strain before serving.

Garnish with a cinnamon stick or orange slice.

Enjoy warm with a blanket and your favorite holiday playlist—or share it with family after a day of winter errands.

11/22/2025

We have a couple of openings for tomorrow with Chelsey.

9 am for 1 hour massage with Chelsey
11:30 am for 1/2 hour massage with Chelsey

Give us a call or go online to book at booknow.appointment-plus.com/112qs1rg

11/14/2025

Tomorrow we have an opening for 1 hour massage with Melissa at 9am.

If you'd like to book it, please give us a call before 7pm on 11/13 or book online at: booknow.appointment-plus.com/112qs1rg

11/12/2025

Last minute openings today

10:15 am with Brooke for 1hr.

Call us to schedule this apt 541-484-3055

As a small token of our appreciation, below is a reward that can be used during your next visit. Hope you enjoy it!

09/10/2025

We have last minute openings tomorrow!

1 hour at 9am and 12:45 am with Brooke for Bowen work.

1 hour or 1.5 hour at 4, 5:30 or 6pm with Es.
Follow up acupuncture apt at 4pm with Holly.

Call or schedule online for one of these apts.

541-484-3055

09/04/2025

We’re excited to welcome Luke, our newest massage therapist at About Touch!

Luke recently relocated from Lexington, Kentucky, bringing with him nearly 10 years of experience in massage therapy. His passion for this work began through his own recovery as an athlete, and over the years he has continued to deepen his knowledge of how movement, muscle patterns, and holistic massage support healing and wellness.

Luke specializes in deep tissue massage, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, and table Thai massage. He offers a range of approaches to meet each client’s unique needs.
His style is grounded in both professional expertise and personal practice—he is constantly learning, working on his own body, and striving to help clients reach their goals.
Luke genuinely cares about supporting people through pain relief, improved mobility, and overall well-being. We’re thrilled for you to meet him and experience the skill and care he brings to every session.

Book online or call

541-484-3055

As a small token of our appreciation, below is a reward that can be used during your next visit. Hope you enjoy it!

Click here for a free $10.00 coupon at About Touch!

08/21/2025

Melissa has openings today:

10:45 or 11 am for 1 or 1.5 hr
12pm for 1hr
Call to schedule
541-484-3055

08/05/2025

1 hour with Amanda at 9am or 1:30pm

1 hour with Stacie at 11:30pm
call 541-484-3055
or schedule on line with the link below.