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10/07/2025

Lymph massage is all the hype right now, but what is lymph, and why is lymphatic massage unique?

Lymph is a clear, yellowish fluid composed of: Water, Lymphocytes (white blood cells), Proteins, and Waste products. Lymph nodes filter the lymph and remove harmful substances, such as bacteria and cancer cells. The lymphatic system is essential for maintaining fluid balance, removing waste products, and supporting the immune system.

Lymph is part of the internal water cycle of the body. Filtered lymph fluid leaves the lymphatic system through the subclavian veins and becomes plasma in the blood. Where blood runs through capillaries, some plasma leaks out into the surrounding tissue and is now known as interstitial fluid. Lymphatic capillaries that sit near cardiovascular capillaries soak up the excess fluid in the tissue, and the fluid now joins the lymphatic system as lymph. The excess buildup of interstitial fluid in the body's tissues, leading to edema (swelling), is the most common cause for clients to seek out lymphatic drainage.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage uses light, gentle pressure that follows a specific sequence to move lymph fluid in a primarily therapeutic focus that aims to improve lymphatic flow, reduce swelling, and support healing. MLD is a great choice for those who need help with post-surgical recovery, lymphedema management, or improving the immune system by facilitating the removal of toxins. Brazilian Lymphatic Massage uses deeper, more invigorating strokes including sculpting and contouring techniques that aim for aesthetic results like slimming and body contouring, reducing water retention, and improving body shape. This technique is good if you're looking for a more sculpted appearance, want to reduce water retention or cellulite, and want to see immediate results, including reduced bloating and a more toned appearance.

The In Touch Massage is a mixed modality personalized treatment tailored to client concerns and goals. Lymphatic drainage is one of the many techniques incorporated in each massage, and can be used for specific and focused work. However, a traditional full-body Manual Lymphatic Drainage session is not currently offered.

21/06/2025

My online presence has been a bit MIA, and that's because this Certified Massage Therapist has been working HARD at leveling up to bring the best in up-to-date body science to you on the treatment table! I just completed my second year back at school and am now halfway through earning my BS in Kinesiology. Yesterday I set out to start the second half of this journey by joining my fellow transfer students and soon-to-be Eagles at Cal State LA's First Flight Transfer Orientation! 🦅

While I'm taking a break from classes, I will be taking this time to pursue the efforts of getting In Touch Wellness off the ground, and have already started communications with the city of Inglewood to see how best to get a Wellness center by and for the people of the city up and running. If interested in learning more about In Touch Wellness and my efforts in this area, check out www.TheInTouchMassage.com/in-touch-wellness 🌏

This summer will be the first time I'm not actively taking classes since Fall 2023... so let's make sure you get booked this season early and often before the calendar gets all booked up! Use 🔗 in bio to book online. 🌿

18/03/2025

Highlighting just a few of the ways clients' comfort is achieved on the table.

NodPod: a weighted eye mask placed on your eyes while face up. A product so great I got one for myself... and it puts me to sleep in 5 minutes or less EVERY time I use it. 😅

Pylo Cushion: a bolster used in session while client is face down, working on the shoulders. Available for use under hips if laying face down pulls uncomfortably on the small back. Available for use under neck while face up.

T-Wedge Cushion: bolster for clients who need a little space in the chest while face down. Only available in office (unless you guys at home are interested?).

Ankle Bolster: adjustable, removable, for comfort. Under ankles while face down, under knees while face up.

Comfort is key on this massage table, so let me know how to adjust what's available to you. For mobile clients, personal pillows, eye masks, & hair wraps are welcome. Your session is all about you, so let’s create the perfect setup for your needs.

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08/03/2025

“Hey, are you aware you have a bruise right t/here?”

Anytime I see a bruise in session you’ll likely hear this question. But what is so important about a bruise, and why do I bring it up (even if I know you bruise easily). Let’s start with a definition of a bruise.

Ecchymosis (ek-ih-MO-sis): A purplish patch caused by blood leaking into the skin; a bruise.

Non-massage related bruise treatment includes the actions pictured in the post. And there are times when a bruise could be a sign of a greater problem within the body, and it is important to consult with a medical professional if you experience any of the issues pictured in the post.

The reason I always call out the bruises I see is because you might not have eyes on the area due to personal body mechanics. I tell you so that you can clock that you may have run into that counter a little harder than you realized or whatever the case may be. If it is a recent bruise, I want to gauge whether or not it is appropriate for me to work on or if you are experiencing pain in the area. Also, it helps me stay accountable for any new bruises you may leave the session with.

When considering massage and bruising, there is an unfortunate belief that not only CAN deep tissue cause bruising but it SHOULD. No, bruising is not required for therapeutic treatment, and with an In Touch Massage, I use a gentle deep approach that should not leave pain or bruising. Of course, massage can also be a benefit to after bruise care. While massage is locally contraindicated when a bruise is fresh, it can help speed the turnover of circulation and reabsorption of leaked blood. So when I ask the question at the top, if there is no pain and the bruise is old, my goal for that area becomes breaking up the old tissue and flushing the area to enhance recovery time.

Got an old bruise you want to reduce and repair? Schedule your next session today with 🔗 in bio. 🌿

02/01/2025

In Touch Massage Rates
as of 2025

You are ALL a part of the In Touch Massage Community, but pricing varies depending on your location within the community.

Community Members - clients who book in office or are mobile within 5 miles of the office location.

Community Neighbors - clients who are mobile between 5-15 miles from the office.

Mobile Community - clients who a mobile beyond 15 miles from the office.

Office:
8703 La Tijera Blvd, Suite 210
Los Angeles, CA 90045

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09/11/2024

Summer 2023 i made a choice: I wanted to become a Physical Therapist, a role I initially thought about hiring for the future business In Touch Wellness, but decided I wanted to take on myself. To get there, I knew my education as a musical theater major (which ended in 2010) would not be the right foundation upon which to build from, plus I needed prerequisites to be accepted to any Doctorate of Physical Therapy programs. So, I started the journey of earning my 2nd bachelor's degree by knocking out the prereqs first at a local community college (West LA College) with the goal of transferring to a school with a BS in Kinesiology program.

That school of choice was Cal State LA... and I've been accepted! I'm so excited to continue this journey of education, where the next 2 years will be even more focused on the specialty I care about. Not that chemistry, biology, physics, and public speaking haven't been fun classes... but I am ready to get a deeper dive into the study of physical activity that the focused classes of the Kinesiology progam will offer.

As always, I look forward to bringing that knowledge into the room with you and providing even better bodywork as I learn more details about how the body works! So feel free to ask questions and poke and pry into how school is, any opportunity to solidify my knowledge by repeating it is a good one! Thank you for your continued support on this journey, I'll keep bringing you behind the scenes of school life on this

08/10/2024

•Hey, how are you?
•How's your body doing today?
•Any areas you'd like me to not touch or avoid, recent injuries, open sores?
•What's our goal for today's session?

These questions are asked at the start of EVERY session. As a Certified Massage Therapist for over a decade now, one thing is clear: communication is KEY. These questions help me check in with you in a quick and friendly way as I gather information to build my assessment and treatment plan for the session. They help me assess and gauge your mood and vibes for the day, and when I reflect what I've heard, it allows you more control to correct any possible miscommunication. These are just a few simple questions that you can elaborate on as much or as little as you'd like to ensure you get that personalized therapeutic treatment as advertised. 🌿

Book your next session with these questions in mind... and with the link in bio. 😉

01/10/2024

Platysma Muscle Overview

The platysma is a broad, thin, superficial muscle located in the anterior neck region. It extends from the upper chest and shoulder area to the lower face, playing a role in facial expression and neck movement.

The superficial nature of this muscle makes it incredibly easy to access for self massage. Get into a position where, from a neutral stance, you bring your ear to your shoulder, then bring your gaze to the ceiling. Sit in that stretch for a moment, then start from the chin and go in the direction of your torso (down and out a bit), gently effleurage the platysma. If you come across a particularly tense bit of muscle, take a second to liberty on that spot while breathing into the tension to release it. If comfortable, rub gently across the fibers of the muscle (left to right in short movements) to further release tension. If you have general aches in the lower face and jaw, follow along with the trigger points in the last photo, applying very light pressure (the pressure of a nickel resting in your hand), holding those points for 12-15 seconds.

If you spend a lot of time in front of a computer or with your head in your phone, this stretch and massage can help relieve some of the built-up habitual tension... at least until you can get your next massage session booked! 😉

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Thank you to images from these apps:
Anatomy by Muscle and Motion
Anatomylearning.com
Muscle Trigger Points by Real Bodywork

01/05/2024

Happy birthday to owner Ellie Gonzalez! 🎉

Celebrate your birthday with In Touch Massage, and receive an additional 10 minutes of massage focused on either your head & scalp or on your feet. Give yourself a little extra on your special day! Current clients will receive notice around their birthday with the gift of time, first-time bookers celebrate yourself, put it in the notes to treat yourself!

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Opening Hours

Monday	12:00 - 13:30
	17:30 - 20:00
Tuesday	11:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	19:00 - 21:00
Thursday	10:30 - 13:30
	17:30 - 21:00
Friday	10:30 - 13:30
	17:30 - 21:00
Saturday	13:00 - 22:00
Sunday	09:00 - 17:00

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+14245003151

Website

http://www.theintouchmassage.com/

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