Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Personalized Therapeutic Massage Experience in Evanston
Founded in 2008, Inner Advantage Massage is led by Debra Ann Christensen, a Licensed Massage Therapist with advanced certifications in Myoskeletal Alignment Technique (MMT) and Clinical Massage Therapy (CMT). Our practice combines decades of expertise in biology, physiology, and therapeutic massage to deliver personalized wellness solutions. We specialize in addressing musculoskeletal pain, migraines, and athletic injuries through customized treatments that integrate myofascial release, postural realignment, and circulatory therapies.Debra collaborates with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care, drawing on her background as a zoologist and her passion for holistic wellness. With advanced training in over a dozen therapeutic modalities, we provide tailored sessions for athletes, pregnant clients, and individuals seeking pain relief or stress reduction. Our commitment to continuous education ensures clients receive evidence-based, cutting-edge treatments designed to enhance physical function and overall well-being.
Services
Myoskeletal Alignment
Myofascial Release
Athletic Massage
Pregnancy Massage
Migraine Relief
Deep Tissue Massage
Injury Rehabilitation
Neck Pain Relief
Back Pain Relief
Diaphragm Release
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Our therapist collaborates with healthcare professionals for comprehensive care.
- Advanced training in myoskeletal and myofascial techniques.
- Specialized treatments for athletes and prenatal clients.
- Focus on holistic wellness integrating mind and body.
Services
Myoskeletal Alignment
This hands-on therapy realigns soft tissues and bones to prevent pain patterns. It rebalances nerves and muscles while improving circulation. Ideal for correcting postural imbalances from repetitive strain or injury through precise manual techniques.
Myofascial Release
Targets connective tissue restrictions causing chronic pain and limited mobility. Uses sustained pressure to release fascial adhesions improving flexibility and reducing inflammation. Particularly effective for fibromyalgia, scar tissue recovery, and sports-related tightness.
Athletic Massage
Customized sessions for athletes across all disciplines address sport-specific injuries and performance optimization. Combines deep tissue work with stretching techniques to accelerate recovery from training stresses and prevent activity-related injuries.
Pregnancy Massage
Gentle therapeutic work tailored to expectant mothers' changing needs. Alleviates common discomforts like sciatica, edema, and lower back pain while promoting relaxation through safe, pregnancy-appropriate positioning and techniques.
Migraine Relief
Specialized protocol targeting neck and cranial tension patterns that trigger migraines. Uses diaphragm release and neuromuscular techniques to reduce frequency and intensity of headache episodes without medication.
People
Debra Ann Christensen
Licensed Massage Therapist
Licensed Massage Therapist with Master's degrees in Myoskeletal Alignment and Clinical Massage Therapy. Former zoologist with 17+ years in private practice, specializing in pain management and sports rehabilitation. Combines scientific expertise with holistic wellness principles.
Questions
What conditions do you treat most effectively?
We specialize in musculoskeletal pain, migraines, sports injuries, and postural imbalances through customized myoskeletal and myofascial treatments.
Do you work with medical professionals?
Yes, we collaborate with doctors and physical therapists to create integrated treatment plans for optimal recovery and wellness.
Are sessions truly customized?
Each session combines multiple techniques tailored to your specific needs, with ongoing adjustments based on your body's response.
What athletic injuries do you address?
We treat common sports injuries across all disciplines including golf, running, cycling, and team sports with specialized recovery protocols.
Is prenatal massage safe?
Yes, our prenatal sessions use safe positioning and techniques specifically adapted for each stage of pregnancy to alleviate common discomforts.
