Your shoulders stay tight no matter how much you stretch. Your low back aches after sitting, working out, or sleeping. You have tried the quick rubdown, and the tension came right back.
That is not random. Tight muscles have a reason, and a massage that only feels good for an hour does not go after it.
I am Stephanie Gonzalez, LMT, a licensed massage therapist at True Health Chiropractic and Acupuncture in Lombard, IL. I have over a decade of experience. I use deep tissue massage, cupping therapy, stretching techniques, and active release methods to help you move better and feel normal again.
If you are looking for a deep tissue massage therapist in Lombard who works on the cause, book online.
Why the Tightness Keeps Coming Back
Muscles do not tighten by accident. Posture, old injuries, daily stress, and stiff joints change how you move. Some muscles start doing too much. Others stop helping. That is how knots form and pain keeps cycling back.
I look at how your body moves, where the strain starts, and which areas need attention. Then I choose the technique that fits your goals.
Care Built Alongside Your Chiropractic Plan
Massage here is part of a bigger plan. I work alongside the chiropractors and acupuncturists at True Health, so soft-tissue care and joint care go after the same root cause.
What I Help With Most Often
- Deep, persistent muscle tension that stretching does not fix
- Tight shoulders, neck, and low back from sitting, training, or daily stress
- Restricted movement and stiffness
- Recovery support alongside chiropractic or acupuncture care
Education & Credentials
- Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
- Over 10 years of massage therapy experience
- Techniques: deep tissue massage, cupping therapy, stretching techniques, active release methods
Verify my Illinois massage therapy license at the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
Patient Questions About Stephanie Gonzalez, LMT
What is deep tissue massage?
Deep tissue massage uses focused, slower pressure to reach the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue where stubborn tension builds up. I use it to work on the areas that stretching and lighter massage do not reach.
What is cupping therapy?
Cupping uses suction cups placed on the skin to lift and decompress tight muscle and soft tissue. I use it when it fits what your assessment shows.
What techniques do you use?
I use deep tissue massage, cupping therapy, stretching techniques, and active release methods. I choose what fits your body and your goals at each visit.
Do you work with the chiropractors at True Health?
Yes. Massage here is part of a bigger plan. I work alongside the chiropractors and acupuncturists so your care goes after the root cause, not just the tight spot.
What happens at my first visit?
We start with a conversation about what you are feeling and what you want to get back to doing. I explain what I am working on and why, and how often to come in for lasting change.
How do I book with you?
Book online or call (630) 796-2083.
Ready to feel the difference in how you move?
Book online and we will start with a conversation about what you are feeling and what you want back. You will know what I am working on and why.
No pressure. No commitment until it makes sense to you.