After years of surgeries, physical therapy, pain and spasm due to athletic injuries, her Iowa City doctor was discussing the next surgery and cortisone shots when massage therapy was suggested. After three ½ hour sessions, "I was able to tell a difference in my pain level, swelling, and scar tissue. When I went back to Iowa City for my next checkup...my doctor told me my leg and ankle had made a significant improvement and I no longer need shots or surgeries." Tristan comes for massage on a weekly basis. "I can really tell a difference...my leg and ankle problems are now almost nonexistent."