Business Details
Your Trusted Source for Orthopedic Massage in Seattle
Resilience Orthopedic Massage and Craniosacral Therapy, founded by Sam Hammer LMT CCST, specializes in addressing complex musculoskeletal pain through a holistic integration of orthopedic massage, myofascial bodywork, and biodynamic craniosacral therapy. With over 2,200 hours of advanced training, our practice combines science, intuition, and trauma-informed techniques to balance the nervous system, resolve chronic tension, and enhance movement intelligence. We prioritize personalized care, incorporating biomechanical assessment, visceral manipulation, and client-centered movement retraining to foster resilience and embodied awareness.Our approach emphasizes reducing physiological stress, addressing trauma-induced patterns, and supporting the body's innate healing rhythms through gentle, attuned touch. Rooted in cultural sensitivity, we acknowledge the ancestral Duwamish territory of our Seattle studio and contribute monthly to their community through Real Rent payments.
Services
Orthopedic Massage
Craniosacral Therapy
Restorative Movement Training
Myofascial Release
Visceral Manipulation
Neurosensory Retraining
Structural Assessment
Trauma-Informed Bodywork
Movement Intelligence Coaching
Pain Pattern Analysis
Highlights and features
- We offer 2200+ hours of specialized training in orthopedic massage and craniosacral therapy
- Our approach combines science, intuition, and trauma-informed practices
- Personalized sessions integrating manual therapy and movement training
- Focus on reducing physiological stress and chronic pain through holistic methods
- Committed to cultural sensitivity with monthly real rent payments to Duwamish Tribal Services
Associations and certifications
- CCST
- LMT
What people say
No pain
Complete range of movement
Deep relaxation
Body whisperer
Aligned from head to toe
Services
Orthopedic Massage
Targeted manual therapy addressing musculoskeletal pain through myofascial release, neuromuscular integration, and structural balancing. Combines precise pressure with active client movement to resolve chronic tension patterns. Effective for conditions like sciatica, plantar fasciitis, and sports injuries while improving joint mobility and tissue health.
Craniosacral Therapy
Gentle, light-touch therapy supporting nervous system regulation and trauma recovery through subtle rhythm attunement. Addresses headaches, TMJD, concussion recovery, and anxiety by enhancing cerebrospinal fluid dynamics. Facilitates deep relaxation while promoting cellular-level healing through embodied safety and nervous system resourcing.
Restorative Movement Training
Personalized movement practice development combining Postural Restoration Institute principles with somatic education. Teaches neurosensory retraining and daily movement modification to prevent pain recurrence. Builds functional strength and body awareness through client-specific exercises and biomechanical education.
Visceral Manipulation
Specialized manual therapy addressing organ mobility and connective tissue restrictions to improve systemic function. Releases tension patterns affecting abdominal pain, breathing difficulties, and postural imbalances. Enhances visceral motility and autonomic nervous system regulation through gentle, targeted organ-specific techniques.
Trauma-Informed Bodywork
Integrative approach combining nervous system regulation with structural therapy for trauma recovery. Addresses stored tension patterns from acute or chronic trauma while maintaining client autonomy. Uses gentle touch and movement exploration to rebuild body trust and reduce hypervigilance responses.
People
Sam Hammer
Licensed Massage Therapist & Craniosacral Therapist
With 2200+ hours of advanced training, Sam specializes in orthopedic massage, biodynamic craniosacral therapy, and restorative movement. Combines structural assessment with trauma-informed care to address chronic pain patterns. Maintains ongoing personal cultivation practice to enhance therapeutic presence and embodiment.
Questions
What conditions respond well to your approach?
Common conditions include sciatica, plantar fasciitis, TMJD, headaches, and chronic low back pain. We also address complex issues like long COVID, concussion recovery, and trauma-related tension patterns.
How does craniosacral therapy work?
This gentle therapy works with subtle body rhythms to support nervous system regulation. By attuning to craniosacral fluid dynamics, it helps resolve chronic pain, trauma patterns, and stress-related conditions through light touch and embodied presence.
What should I wear for sessions?
Wear comfortable movement clothing like athletic shorts, yoga pants, and breathable tops. Avoid restrictive garments like jeans to allow for assessment movements and optimal tissue access during treatment.
Do you accept insurance?
While we don't bill insurance directly, we provide documentation for potential reimbursement. Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts can be used to cover session costs.
How long are treatment sessions?
Sessions range from 60 to 90 minutes, with options for 60-minute ($145), 75-minute ($180), and 90-minute ($215) appointments to accommodate different treatment needs and budgets.
What makes your approach unique?
Our integrative method combines orthopedic assessment with trauma-informed care, movement retraining, and biodynamic craniosacral therapy. This holistic approach addresses both structural and nervous system components of chronic pain patterns.
