Medical Massage in Fayetteville, NC

Targeted Relief. Restored Movement. Renewed Life.

Beyond Relaxation — This Is Therapy for Your Body

At Love Tonya Wellness, medical massage isn’t about pampering — it’s about healing. Each session is designed to address the root cause of pain rather than simply treating symptoms.

Whether you’re managing chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or living with a long-term condition like fibromyalgia, medical massage provides measurable relief and supports your body’s ability to heal naturally.

I’m Tonya Ford, a Licensed Massage Therapist and Medical Massage Practitioner serving Fayetteville, NC and surrounding areas. As a retired Air Force veteran and VA Community Care Provider, I understand how pain affects every part of your life — and I’m here to help you move, feel, and live better.

What Is Medical Massage?

Medical massage is a therapeutic treatment plan prescribed or recommended for a specific condition or injury. It blends the science of anatomy and physiology with the art of skilled touch.

Each session is tailored to your needs after a full assessment and consultation. Treatments may include:

Trigger Point Therapy – releases tight knots that cause radiating pain

Myofascial Release – loosens restrictive connective tissue to restore movement

Neuromuscular Therapy – rebalances muscles and nerves for functional relief

Deep Tissue Massage – reaches deeper layers of muscle for chronic tension

Stretching & Range-of-Motion Work – improves flexibility and joint mobility

Together, these techniques relieve pain, increase blood flow, and support your body’s healing process.

How Massage Helps with Fibromyalgia

When you live with fibromyalgia, your nervous system is constantly on high alert. Pain signals fire even when there’s no injury, and your muscles respond by tightening and guarding — creating a cycle of pain, fatigue, and inflammation.

Massage therapy can help interrupt that cycle by:

Calming overactive nerves

Increasing blood and lymphatic circulation

Reducing muscle tension and tenderness

Improving sleep and mood

Easing stress and anxiety

Helping you reconnect with your body in a positive way

Each session focuses on soothing the nervous system, not overstimulating it. The goal is to help your body feel safe enough to relax and begin restoring balance.

My Approach: Slow, Safe, and Supportive

Every person with fibromyalgia is different — which means every session must be customized. At Love Tonya Wellness, I take time to listen to your story, track your pain patterns, and work within your comfort zone.

Your massage will always be gentle yet effective, focusing on the areas that need care most. I integrate techniques like:

Myofascial release to ease tightness and restore movement

Swedish massage to promote relaxation and circulation

Manual lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling and inflammation

CIRCL Mobility techniques to gently improve flexibility

Breathwork and mindfulness to calm the body’s stress response

You’ll never be rushed, pressured, or pushed past your limits. My goal is to help you feel heard, cared for, and empowered to manage your condition more comfortably.