NEW OFFICE LOCATION as of MARCH 1, 2020!

                     425 S Lombard Street, Clayton, NC 27520

COVID-19 / CORONAVIRUS UPDATE:
Updates to this information will be made daily/hourly, as needed, depending on CDC, NC Health Department, Governor Cooper, and/or our OWN Assessment of Current Conditions...

• ONLY seeing clients/patients for MEDICALLY NECESSARY appointments.
• ONLY seeing EXISTING Clients/Patients or NEW Clients/Patients with Physician/Healthcare Referrals.
• ALL Home Visits have been DEFERRED INDEFINITELY.
• PLEASE do NOT bring into the office any more PERSONAL ITEMS other than those ABSOLUTELY needed for your session.  Please avoid bringing in purses or bags, unless they are in plastic bags we can disinfect, as we work to limit secondary contacts. Note:  COMBS for your PERSONAL use are now available at the office.  We will store it for you in your own PERSONAL bag for your use after future sessions.
• We are SURE you will understand the need for text/email/telephone conversations/discussions prior to your appointments as we implement our new COVID-19 Assessment Protocols.
• We are staggering client/patient appointments to ensure we can provide INCREASED DISINFECTION PROTOCOLS ~ yes, even more stringent that our usual protocols ~ in between ALL appointments.  So, please understand, even though we have multiple suites now in our new offices, our Appointment Availability may be significantly more LIMITED as we practice a continued abundance of caution.  And, with the increased disinfection protocols, we may need some patience from you on your start times as we fine tune our processes.  We are focused on thoroughness rather than speed, so please bear with us if we delay your start time a bit here and there.  Once our Front Door is unlocked, it is safe to enter. We will text you if there is any delay!  
• For the health of our clients/patients, as well as ourselves, an antimicrobial/anti-viral filtering system was installed when we moved into our new offices on March 1, 2020.  At present we are constantly recirculating the air in our office through this system.  Should you be too chilled from the constant airflow, please let us know so we can provide you with additional heating options or sanitized blankets/coverings. 
• Our therapists and their family members have all implemented EXTREME social distancing protocols when NOT in our office seeing clients/patients.  We STRONGLY encourage you and your family members to ALSO set an example of extreme social distancing to ensure we, as a community, break the chain of contact spread of this highly contagious, infectious virus.
• We ABSOLUTELY understand and believe it is PRUDENT to discuss and/or cancel/reschedule your appointments out of concern for personal or family potential risks. We GREATLY appreciate the thoughtfulness and concern many of you have expressed to us as small business owners, but, as always, Your Health and the Health of Your Loved Ones is our HIGHEST priority. 

You are welcome to book online, call, text or email us for an appointment.
     ✲    Book Online:  Click on the BOOK NOW Link above
                                    (see below for further information)
     ✲    Cell/Text:        919-412-4381
     ✲    Email:             MedTouch@MassageTherapy.com

                       Appointments MUST be made IN ADVANCE
                   Walk-in appointments are NOT accepted or available

                                 All Medical Massage & Bodywork 

             Services Provided by North Carolina Licensed Massage Therapists

BOOK NOW INFO:  First time clients/patients booking online will be asked to prepay with a credit card to finalize their appointment.
     ✲    If you have any concerns/issues, please call/text/email us directly.

Information about our Practice & Directions to our Office are noted further down this page.

Skills & Services Offered for our Clients/Patients
♦  Pain Reduction, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point,
     Taut Band, Osteoarthritis Massage
♦  Neuromuscular & Myofascial Release Massage
♦  Medical Massage for Motor Vehicle Accident
     Issues & Insurance/Workman's Comp Massage
♦  Amputee & Wounded Warrior Massage
♦  Therapeutic Massage
        ✲  Chronic Pain
        ✲  Migraines
        ✲  Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ)
        ✲  Anxiety &/or Depression
♦  Wellness/Relaxation/Swedish Massage
♦  Massage for Cancer Survivors or Patients
♦  Massage for Burn Survivors
     by Therapists Certified in Burn Scar Massage
♦  Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) for Lymphatic Drainage/Detox for:
        ✲  Autoimmune Disorders ~ Fibromyalgia,
              Chronic Fatigue, Rheumatoid Arthritis,
              Lupus & more
        ✲  Sinus/Ear Congestion
        ✲  Facial Puffiness
♦  Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) for Post-Surgical Situations:
        ✲  Orthopedic/Reconstructive/Cosmetic
        ✲  Joint Replacements/Orthopedic Surgery
        ✲  Reconstructive/Cosmetic Surgery including
              Implants, Liposuction, Lipotransfer,
              Body Sculpting, Implants, Lifts, Tucks & more
♦  Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) for
     Post-Mastectomy & Breast Cancer Survivors
♦  Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) for Lymphedema
     or for Swelling Conditions/Disorders
♦  Compressive Decongestive Therapy (CDT) for Lymphedema
     or for Swelling Conditions/ Disorders
        ✲  Compression Wraps/Bandaging for Lymphedema
♦  Aromatherapy Consultation & Products
        ✲  Body Butters, Lotions, Scrubs, Soaps
        ✲  Oil Blends, Inhalers, Rollers, Jewelry
                     (see below for further information)
♦  Hydrotherapy
        ✲  Hot Stone &/or Cold Stone Massage
        ✲  Hot/Moist Towel Compresses
        ✲  Hot/Dry Towel Rolls
♦  Gift Certificates ~ Customized, Electronic &/or Printed Note Cards
♦  Multi-Session Savings Packages for Select Services
        ✲  Pre-Pay for 5 Sessions & Receive the 6^th Session Free!
♦  Insurance Billing Documentation & Direct Insurance Billing
     with pre-certification in some situations
                     (see below for further information)
♦  Traveling/Outcall Services for select services ~ additional
     time & travel charges may apply
                     (see below for further information)
♦  Corporate or Other Chair Massage Events participation
        ✲  Proposal are generally submitted within 24 hours after initial
              discussion about the event requirements
        ✲  A minimum of two week notice prior to your event is requested
              if you will require 2 to 10 therapists at your event

Our Practice Philosophy
Our clients tell us, “your office is a place of healing.” All sessions are customized to meet your individual requirements for every appointment you have with us whether you want, or need, pain reduction work, an overall relaxation experience, specific spot work, or treatment for a condition/issue or a combination of any of the above! At Medical Touch Massage, we’ve brought together a group of like-minded licensed Massage Therapists to work with many different types of clients and patients using Massage, Bodywork, and other skills, within our scope of practice, to help however we can.

Many of our clients seem to prefer our focus on current troublesome or chronic pain issues, but we have extensive training and education on multiple other aspects of health and wellness utilizing the incredible benefits of Massage.  Our goal in this work is not only to soothe the aches and pains of everyday life but also to improve the overall condition of your muscles and soft tissues, help with pain reduction, restore mobility to muscles and their associated joints, and assist with longer term improvement in our clients’ health and well-being

While many of our Licensed Therapists have experienced instances of extraordinary results for individual clients, we do have to make you aware that if your body feels like it has recently been "at war" with itself, you shouldn't expect, nor may we be able to deliver, the achievement of "world peace" in one massage session!

Lymphatic & Lymphedema Work:  Catherine Newton, NC LMBT 14165 is a Certified Lymphatic Therapist (CLT) and has passed her 135 hour training at one of the six approved North America Courses by the National Lymphedema Network (NLN) and the Lymphology Association of North America (LANA). Catherine is certified to provide Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) for multiple conditions and Compressive Decongestive Therapy (CDT) to address Lymphedema & Swelling Disorders. She is also certified to measure and order compressive garments and devices.  Catherine also has over 10 years of experience in MLD & CDT for Lymphedema patients, and has taken all the course work required by LANA to take her CLT-LANA exam.  She expects to earn her CLT-LANA designation within the next 12 months.

According to North Carolina State Law in 2009, insurance companies are required to pay for treatment for Lymphedema patients. We will work with our individual Lymphedema patients to accommodate their specific insurance billing situations as needed.

Aromatherapy:
Several of our therapists are trained to use safely use Aromatherapy Essential Oils during sessions or in specific custom blended products.  A number of our therapists are well on their way to completing their 100 hour Clinical Aromatherapy Certification.  We do NOT participate in ANY multi-level marketing programs for essential oils.  Our essential oils are primarily sourced from a trusted North Carolina Aromatherapy master we know and trust to ensure you are receiving the highest therapeutic grade oils and products as possible.

We do offer an assortment of our own custom blended lotions, body butters, creams and oil blends to assist in pain reduction; salt & sugar scrubs for wellness and overall skin health, insect & tick repellants, and other specialized lotions, creams, soaps, body butters, inhalers, rollers and aromatherapy jewelry you may enjoy!  They are called "Magic Potions" because that's what all of our clients asked for after they sampled a few!  

LOCATION:
We're conveniently located in Clayton, North Carolina at 425 S Lombard Street between US70 Business Highway and Main Street in Clayton. We are correctly "pinned" and noted on Google Maps - though our move on March 1, 2020 might affect it - we are NOW in the former Fox Realty Management location.  Our office is located on a corner in a lovely white cape cod home with a Red Awning.  Parking is on either side of the street next to our offices.  Come in via our front door - two steps.  Should you need to use our Accessible Entrance, please let us know so we can ensure it is unlocked for your convenience.

Please be aware:
♦  If you have RECENTLY (within the last TWO weeks) been in a Motor Vehicle Accident, for YOUR health & safety, we will need a medical release from your physician, ER, urgent care, or other appropriate healthcare provider before you can receive massage.  Massage can be EXTREMELY beneficial in the first week following a motor vehicle accident, but we DO NOT diagnose or prescribe, nor do we have access/skill to read radiological images, therefore, medical release is required.
♦  If you require a wheeled or motorized device for mobility, we DO have an accessible entrance, and a restroom that can accommodate wheeled or motorized device for accessibility.  
♦  Due to local regulations/permitting processes, we do not YET have any signage posted that indicates our office is in the former Fox Realty Management location at 425 S. Lombard Street, Clayton, NC 27520.  Sometimes different GPS or cell phone mapping systems may not correctly direct you to our location.  Please call if you have any questions/need directions. 

PAYMENT:
We accept VISA, MasterCard, Debit Cards or CASH as payment for any of our Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Services or Aromatherapy Products.  Gratuities are NEVER expected, but ALWAYS gratefully received!

We also request pre-payment from new clients for their first session booked online via MassageBook.  Should you prefer another option or have an insurance billing question, please call or text Catherine Newton, Clinical Director, at 919-412-4381 to discuss your preferences.

INSURANCE:
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA Cards) or Heatlh Spending Accounts (HSA Cards):  We are delighted to accept FSA or Flexible Spending Account credit cards for payment of any of our services.  You will also receive a PDF receipt of your payment via your email on file that you can use for documentation, tax or insurance purposes.
Health Insurance:  Do to the drastic differences in coverage from different health insurance providers and to keep your session expenses as low as possible, we do not direct-bill any health insurance provider.  But we will provide appropriate documentation for submission to your Health Insurance Provider.  Just let us know you require any other information other than what is included on your receipt - a PDF will be sent to your email on file.  You can use it to self-submit to your health insurance provider.   And our Medicare National Provider Number (NPI#) is:  1346608155.  We will also provide charts/documentation to your physician/healthcare provider with appropriate signed HIPAA assignments/directions from you.  We use a HIPAA-compliant electronic fax system. 
Insurance Payments for Motor Vehicle Accident/Workman’s Comp:  Several of our Licensed Therapists have significant experience working with chronic pain issues from a whole variety of causes, workman's comp situations, and automobile insurance accident situations. With prior approval, we are happy to bill your workman's comp or auto insurance company as needed.

Traveling or Outcall Services:
We are available for traveling, on-site, outcall bodywork services for Corporate or other types of Chair Massage Events, Couples Massage, In-Home or Facility-based Treatments for Pain Reduction, Wounded Warrior, Amputee, Cancer, Medically Frail or Lymphedema clients/patients.  We prefer to set up these appointments via telephone or email.  You can reach us at 919-412-4381 or via MedTouch@MassageTherapy.com.

Total Fees Charged for Traveling Appointments may include additional fees for mileage and travel time for each therapist. All mileage is calculated using Google Maps round trip mileage from our office in Clayton to the appointment location.  In-Facility appointments or some medical conditions may require physician pre-approval.

Medical Touch Massage Therapists

Catherine Newton, CLT, NC LMBT #14165
♦  Clinical Director  &  Certified Lymphatic Therapist (CLT)
♦  Specializing in Pain Reduction/Deep Tissue Massage; Medical Massage for Motor Vehicle Accident or Workman's Comp Situations, Therapeutic Massage for Chronic Pain, Migraine, Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ), Anxiety, Depression; Autoimmune Condition Massage; Wounded Warrior Massage; Amputee Massage; Massage for the Older Adult; Elderly or Medically Frail Massage; Cancer Survivor or Patient Massage; Burn Survivor Massage, Certified Lymphatic Therapist (CLT) - Manual Lymph Drainage for Multiple Conditions/Situations; Lymphedema Education/Self-Care, Treatments & Wraps; Aromatherapy; Hydrotherapy
♦  Certified in Pain Reduction Techniques
♦  Certified in Massage for Cancer Survivors & Patients
♦  Certified in Massage for the Medically Frail
♦  Certified in Burn Scar Massage
♦  Certified in Spa Treatments
♦  Available for Corporate Chair Massage Events
♦  Available for Traveling/Outcall Sessions - in home or in hospital/rehab/facility
♦  BSc (UNC-CH)
♦  AAS - Therapeutic Massage (JCC)
♦  Diploma - Therapeutic Massage (JCC)
♦  NPI: 1346608155
♦  Language Skills:  English (fluent) Some Skills in:  French, Greek, Spanish

Bonnie Allen Fulghum, NC LMBT#14869
♦  Specializing in Pain Reduction/Deep Tissue Massage; Wellness/Relaxation Massage, Therapeutic Massage for Chronic Pain, Migraine, Anxiety, Depression; Autoimmune Disorder Massage;  Medical Massage for Motor Vehicle Accident or Workman's Comp Situations; Massage for the Older Adult; Elderly or Medically Frail Massage; Cancer Survivor or Patient Massage; Pre-Natal, Pregnancy Massage; Hydrotherapy
♦  Available for Corporate Chair Massage Events
♦  Available for Traveling/Outcall Sessions
♦  Diploma - Therapeutic Massage (JCC)
♦  Language Skills:  English (fluent)

Ahira Sanchez, NC LMBT # 14789
♦  Specializing in Wellness/Relaxation Massage, Therapeutic Massage for Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Depression; Autoimmune Condition Massage; Cancer Survivor or Patient Massage; Massage for the Older Adult; Elderly or Medically Frail Massage; Sports Massage; Aromatherapy; Hydrotherapy
♦  Certified in Pain Reduction Techniques
♦  Certified in Massage for Cancer Survivors & Patients
♦  Certified in Massage for the Medically Frail
♦  Certified in Spa Treatments
♦  Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
♦  Certified Phlebotomist
♦  Available for Corporate Chair Massage Events
♦  Available for Traveling/Outcall Sessions
♦  AAS - Therapeutic Massage (JCC)
♦  Diploma - Therapeutic Massage (JCC)
♦  Language Skills: English (fluent), Spanish (fluent)

Julie Kornegay, NC LMBT #: 15896
♦  Specializing in Wellness/Relaxation Massage; Pain Reduction/Deep Tissue Massage; Medical Massage for Motor Vehicle Accident or Workman's Comp Situations, Therapeutic Massage for Chronic Pain, Migraine, Anxiety, Depression; Autoimmune Condition Massage; Massage for the Older Adult; Elderly or Medically Frail Massage; Cancer Survivor or Patient Massage; Aromatherapy; Hydrotherapy
♦  Certified in Pain Reduction Techniques
♦  Certified in Massage for Cancer Survivors & Patients
♦  Certified in Massage for the Medically Frail
♦  Certified in Burn Scar Massage
♦  Certified in Spa Treatments
♦  Available for Corporate Chair Massage Events
♦  Available for Traveling/Outcall Sessions
♦  AAS - Therapeutic Massage (JCC)
♦  Diploma - Therapeutic Massage (JCC)
♦  Language Skills:  English (fluent)

Christy McLaughlin, NC LMBT #: 16554
♦  Specializing in Wellness/Relaxation Massage, Therapeutic Massage for Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Depression; Autoimmune Condition Massage; Sports Massage
♦  Available for Corporate Chair Massage Events
♦  Available for Traveling/Outcall Sessions
♦  BSc - Physical Therapy
♦  Diploma - Therapeutic Massage (JCC)
♦  Language Skills: English (fluent)

Our Community Commitment:
Our community service activities are presently focused on:

    The Lymphedema Community
♦  Providing free therapy to disadvantaged individuals affected by Lymphedema regardless of the cause
♦  Therapists are specially trained and/or certified to work with these individuals

    The Cancer Survivor/Patient/Caregiver Community
♦  Providing free therapy to disadvantaged individuals affected by Cancer
     Including Patients or Caregivers
♦  Therapists are specially trained and/or certified to work with these individuals
♦  AmazonSmile.com contributions to HereForTheGirls.org, a breast health organization in Virginia supporting young women with Breast Cancer with resources and connections and providing Breast Cancer education and support groups for all others.
♦  They provide in person support groups via BeyondBoobs.org and online private and
public support groups via PinkLink.org

    The Hospice Community
♦  Providing free therapy for patients, family caregivers and healthcare workers in the hospice community
♦  Therapists are specially trained and/or certified to work with these individuals

    The Burn Survivor Community
♦  Providing free therapy for Burn Survivors by Certified Burn Scar Massage Therapists
♦  Providing free therapy for family caregivers and healthcare workers for Burn Survivors
♦  Therapists are specially trained and/or certified to work with these individuals
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