Vertex
Therapeutic Massage
Offering Specialized Treatments Designed to Effectively Address Your Needs
San Francisco
Services
“If you’re thinking of doing a session with Arun, do it! He will most likely become your consistent practitioner and someone you too can depend on and heal with.”
Therapeutic Modalities
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Therapeutic massage is a general term that describes any type of massage modality that helps relieve pain, reduce stress, or work on a specific problem—like a frozen shoulder. It’s used to support or augment physical therapy, chiropractic, or other medical approaches…
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Available in - 60/75/90 min sessions
Sessions are - Full body or Partial Body depending preference
Pressure - Light, medium or firm depending preference
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Deep tissue massage focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. It is particularly helpful for chronic aches and pains and contracted areas such as stiff neck and upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders…
Key Points:
Available in - 60/75/90 min sessions
Sessions are - Full body or Partial Body depending prefrence
Pressure - medium, firm or deep depending preference
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Swedish massage is one of the most commonly offered massage techniques and is mainly designed for relaxation through the use of gentle pressure…
Key Points:
Available in - 60/75/90 min sessions
Sessions are - Full body or Partial Body depending preference
Pressure - Light or medium depending preference
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Manual lymphatic drainage is a type of massage based on the hypothesis that it will encourage the natural drainage of the lymph, which carries waste products away from the tissues back toward the heart…
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Available in - 60/75/90 min sessions
Sessions are - Full body or Partial Body depending on preference
Pressure - Light or medium depending preference
Specialized Treatments
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All-Inclusive Individualized Pain Management service refers to a personalized approach designed to alleviate pain in specific areas of the body, utilizing various massage modalities discussed earlier, along with potentially incorporating other therapies and techniques as needed.…
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Available in - 45/60/75 min sessions
Sessions are - Area Specific (not full body)
Pressure - Light, medium, firm or deep depending preference
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Massage for Headaches and Eye Strain is a specialized service focused on addressing the specific discomfort and pain associated with tension in the head, neck, face, and surrounding areas. This often stems from prolonged screen usage, stress, poor posture, or other factors…
Key Points:
Available in - 45/60 min sessions
Sessions are - Area Specific (not full body)
Pressure - Light, medium or firm depending preference
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Massage for Runners and Cyclists is a specialized service catering to the unique physical demands and strain these athletes place on their bodies. Both running and cycling can create specific patterns of muscle strain, tightness, and fatigue, and targeted massage can help address these issues…
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Available in - 60/75/90 min sessions
Sessions are - Area Specific or Full Body
Pressure - Light, medium, firm or deep depending preference
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Massage for Tennis Elbow and Tendonitis is a targeted therapeutic approach aimed at alleviating the discomfort and inflammation associated with these conditions. Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a type of tendonitis that results from overuse and strain on the tendons of the elbow, but the techniques used can be adapted to address tendonitis in various parts of the body…
Key Points:
Available in - 45/60 min sessions
Sessions are - Area Specific (not full body)
Pressure - Light, medium or firm depending preference
“Arriving to the location was really easy, and it's right next to the park! Arun greeted me and made sure I felt super comfortable. He explained the protocol very clearly and was very friendly. Will definitely come back.”
Meet Arun
Experenced Massage Therapist
Over 20 years experience helping others reduce pain, ease stress, increase mobility and feel Amazing!
Arun is a San Francisco-based massage therapist with over 2 decades of experience in luxury spas, clinical settings and chiropractic offices. He specializes in targeted pain relief and deep relaxation, drawing inspiration from a variety of massage styles, including Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release, and lymphatic drainage. Arun believes in customizing every massage to meet the unique needs of each individual client…
“By the time he’s done, I feel very relaxed and loose. Arun is a true artist with his therapeutic bodywork!”
Offering
Pain Relief: Experience alleviation from your daily aches and pains.
Stress Reduction: Minimize your stress levels for a clearer mind and healthier life.
Deep Relaxation: Achieve a sense of tranquility and calmness through our therapeutic techniques.
Improved Mobility: Enhance your movement and flexibility for a more active lifestyle.
Benefits You'll Gain
Less Pain: Live more comfortably with reduced pain levels.
Increased Efficiency: Work smarter and more efficiently with lower stress and discomfort.
Injury Healing: Support and accelerate your body's natural healing process from injuries.
Boosted Energy: Feel rejuvenated and more energetic to handle daily tasks.
Clearer Thinking: Improve your focus and mental clarity for better decision-making.
Better Sleep: Enjoy quality sleep that promotes overall well-being and health.
Brighter Smile: With less pain and stress, smile more and brighten your day!
Enhanced Well-being: Overall improvement in your mood and feeling of wellness.