JoAnn M Christy, CMT

Specialties

The Schatz Technique for Chronic pain which is a very gentle modality that coaxes soft tissues back to health. This is the perfect choice for repetitive motion injuries as well as general chronic pain that is associated with the process of aging. Because it’s so gentle, yet effective, it’s a modality that’s easily tolerated by all age groups most especially seniors and geriatric clients.

I became proficient in this technique by working with it’s developer, Bernard Schatz P.T. in a 2.5 year apprenticeship in his private practice.

I use the Schatz Technique in combination with massage strokes and warm basalt stones to cause contracted tissues to relax.

My office is dimly lit and very cozy which provides the perfect atmosphere for my clients to deeply relax, allowing me to get through the tension, body stresses, and release the areas of painful tissue contraction.

I also provide general Swedish relaxation massage and on site seated chair massage for your function or event.

History

Established in 2001.

Chronic and Acute pain management for the Charlottesville area. Massage therapy for active seniors and beyond.

My goal in private practice has always been to provide a very tailored experience for my clients, carefully listening to their concerns and setting a goal for each therapeutic massage session.

My own experience with extremely painful forearms led me to seek treatment with Bernard Schatz P.T. after general massage did not alleviate my chronic pain. After receiving treatment from Mr. Schatz, I asked to apprentice under him because the technique worked for me!

Meet the Business Owner

JoAnn C.

Business Owner

JoAnn is both the owner and practitioner of this business, allowing all clients to get the one-​on-​one attention they deserve.