Advanced Massage Works

Overview

• Business type: A small, clinical-focused massage and bodywork practice (Advanced Massage Works) offering therapeutic massage, detox modalities, and post-surgical / oncology-focused care.
• Overall atmosphere and experience: Professional, evidence-informed, and therapeutic. The practice emphasizes safety, individualized care, and restorative relaxation. Treatment rooms appear to be calm and clinical-comfort oriented (heated tables, aromatherapy, mood lighting) with a focus on detoxification and accelerated healing.

Features & Amenities

• Relax Far Infrared Detox Sauna (Far IR sauna sessions for detox, short sessions encouraged)
• Heated massage tables and mood-enhancing environment (candles/aromatherapy used in some sessions)
• PES Platinum Energy System ionic foot detox (controlled salt and electrode arrays)
• Warm bamboo tools & hot-stone-style therapy used in Warm Bamboo Fusion massage
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) equipment and compression/wrapping available
• Microcurrent Point Stimulation (MPS) devices for scar desensitization and tissue regeneration
• Clinical-grade therapeutic ultrasound (US Pro 2000®) for pain relief and deep tissue healing
• Mobile post-surgical service available (therapist travels to clients; price varies by distance)
• Essential oil blends used to enhance lymphatic and relaxation sessions

Services

• Therapeutic / Swedish / Warm Bamboo Fusion Massage
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) — pre-op, post-op, and wellness protocols
• MPS Therapy for scar desensitization and adhesion therapy
• PES Detox Foot Bath / Ionic Foot Detox
• Far Infrared Relax Detox Sauna sessions
• Young Living Aromatherapy sessions
• Therapeutic Ultrasound for pain management
• Oncology massage (trained oncology therapist; customized pressure and precautions)
• Pre- and post-surgical lymphatic care (protocols to reduce swelling, bruising, scar formation)
• Mobile post-surgical lymphatic MLD

Pricing

• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Pre/Post Surgical)
  • 1 hour: $125
  • Package 3: 3 x $105 = $315 (save $60)
• Detox Wellness MLD
  • 1 hour: $100
  • Package 3: 3 x $90 = $270 (save $30)
• Mobile Post-Surgical Lymphatic MLD: $175–$250 (varies by distance/session logistics)
• Warm Bamboo Fusion Massage:
  • 60 min $95 (package 3 x $85 = $255)
  • 90 min $135 (package 3 x $120 = $360)
• Far Infrared Relax Detox Sauna: 15–20 minutes (allow 40 min) $40; package 3 at $30 each = $90
• PES Detox / Ionic Foot Detox: 30 minutes (allow 45 min) $40; package 3 at $40 (listed as $90 package in site text)
• Sauna / PES Foot Detox add-ons: $35 each as massage add-ons

Important booking/payment notes:

• Packages expire 3 months after purchase
• Cancellations must be notified 32 hours ahead or a $40 fee applies
• Payment accepted: Debit, Credit, Venmo, Cash App, Check, Cash

Location & Hours

• Service areas listed: Gainesville, FL and Maitland, FL (practice operates in both locations)
• Exact street address and hours are not listed on the provided content. Contact the business via their site to confirm location, availability, and appointment hours.

Notes

• Clinical focus: Strong emphasis on post-surgical recovery, lymphedema risk management, oncology-appropriate massage, and evidence-based detox approaches.
• Sauna differentiation: Uses a RELAX Far Infrared sauna positioned as a detox tool; integrated into detox and lymphatic programs.
• Safety & training: Therapist advertises advanced training in oncology massage and specialized modalities (MLD, MPS). Contraindications and client screening are emphasized (e.g., PES contraindications, physician approval when needed).
• Holistic + clinical blend: Combines relaxation modalities (Swedish, aromatherapy, bamboo fusion) with clinical therapies (MLD, ultrasound, microcurrent) and mobile post-op care.
• Claims & evidence: The site references studies and clinical reports (e.g., MLD benefits, PES testing) and recommends coordination with physicians for medically sensitive clients.

For bookings, contraindication questions, or to confirm hours/addresses, the site suggests contacting the therapist directly via phone, text, or email and offers a free consultation for pre/post-surgical planning.