Bhavisha: Licensed Medical Massage Therapist
Feel Better. Move Better. Live Better.
Evidence-Informed Medical Massage Therapy in New York City
Thoughtful, individualized massage therapy for pain, tension, restricted movement, and recovery.
I’m Bhavisha, Licensed Medical Massage Therapist, in Manhattan, New York. Operating from Westside Pilates Studio at 229 W. 97th Street, my practice provides thoughtful, evidence-informed clinical manual therapy tailored to your body, your functional mobility, and your recovery goals.
Specialized Therapeutic Care
My clinical manual therapy practice specializes in addressing complex physical discomfort and supporting targeted recovery, including:
Headaches and Migraines: Releasing cervical and cranial muscular tension to reduce frequency and intensity.
Chronic Muscular Tension & Mobility Limitations: Restoring functional movement patterns through individualized clinical assessment.
TMJ Dysfunction: Applying specialized intra-oral and extra-oral myofascial techniques to relieve jaw clenching and facial pain
Perinatal and Menopausal Care: Providing supportive manual care to navigate structural and hormonal physical transitions.
Care That Meets You Where You Are
Everyone’s body is different. Your session is thoughtfully tailored to address your specific needs—whether you are managing pain, recovering from an injury, navigating physical changes, or simply looking to move with greater ease.
Therapeutic massage may help reduce pain and muscular tension, improve mobility and flexibility, and support the body's natural recovery processes.
Your comfort, function, and well-being are at the center of every session.
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Take the next step toward feeling more comfortable and moving with greater ease.
229 W. 97th Street
New York, NY 10025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about clinical manual therapy, sessions, and policies.
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My practice focuses entirely on clinical manual therapy and rehabilitative care rather than general relaxation or spa services. With over 18 years of clinical experience and a background in psychology, I combine anatomical precision with targeted techniques—such as myofascial release, manual lymphatic drainage, and deep tissue therapy—to address chronic pain, post-surgical recovery, and functional mobility goals.
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Clinical medical massage supports recovery from a wide range of physical challenges. I frequently work with clients managing chronic muscular tension, headaches and migraines, TMJ dysfunction, sports injuries, and prenatal or postpartum discomfort, as well as swelling and inflammation requiring manual lymphatic drainage
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Sessions are held by appointment at a dedicated clinical treatment space affiliated with Westside Pilates Studio, located at 229 W. 97th Street, Manhattan, NY 10025.
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Every session begins with an intake and clinical assessment to evaluate your specific movement patterns, tension areas, and recovery goals. We will discuss what your body is experiencing and tailor the manual therapy approach specifically to you.
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You can easily schedule an appointment online by clicking the Book Now button. Because sessions are by appointment only to ensure dedicated, individualized care, booking ahead is recommended.
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Cancellations within 24 hours: If you cancel after the 24-hour window, you are responsible for the studio rental fee associated with your appointment time.
Same-day cancellations: Cancellations made on the same day are charged the full cost of the session, as the room rental and treatment time cannot be filled on short notice.
No-shows: Missed appointments without notice are charged the full session fee.