Lori Hendricks is considered by many to be the top massage therapist in Knoxville. We’re delighted that she decided to pursue certification as a Master Myoskeletal Therapist (MMT). Achieving this certification, one of the highest standards for a massage professional, is no small feat. It takes a burning desire to get results for your clients and a great deal of commitment. You can read a little bit about her journey below. She is highly skilled at treating a range of myoskeletal disorders, from back to carpal tunnel syndrome. To contact Lori to make an appointment for massage therapy in Knoxville, check the links at the bottom of this page.
I have been a Physical Therapist Assistant since 2012, working alongside physical therapists who incorporated manual therapy into their treatment plans. This early exposure helped me become very familiar with the use and benefits of manual therapy, which planted the seed for pursuing my massage therapy license.
In my practice, I primarily specialize in therapeutic massage to help clients—from athletes to seniors, from head to toe—manage acute or chronic pain.
It all started when I began seeing Erik Dalton and his “Technique Tuesday” posts pop up on Instagram. I would save his techniques and use them with my clients, and the feedback I received was consistently positive. I had always wanted to travel to Costa Rica, and—lo and behold—I discovered he was hosting a workshop there. After attending the workshop and seeing firsthand the results his techniques produced, I was all in for pursuing the Master Myoskeletal Therapist (MMT) certification.
MAT is a kinder, gentler, non-aggressive approach to helping the body gain both mobility and flexibility. It’s rooted in science and teaches how the body responds to each technique. They not only feel good but work effectively for all body types and age groups.
This training has given me the tools to address pain at its source and a deeper understanding of how and why the body responds to these applications. Overall, I’ve found MAT techniques to be more efficient and effective in reducing pain—whether acute or chronic—and improving mobility in my clients.At times, the amount of valuable information felt overwhelming. I found it helpful to start by incorporating a few techniques here and there, gradually adding more based on each client’s needs. Before I knew it, I was using nearly an entire session of MAT techniques—and it all felt natural and intuitive.
Lori Hendricks
Knoxville, Tennessee
803-960-0334
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