Massage and Manual Therapies
Jim Uses an Osteopathic approach to health and healing. He is a master manual therapist and physical trauma specialist. treating pain and injury since 1994.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Jim Stevens is Master Manual Therapist & Physical Trauma Specialist relieving pain and injury since 1994.
What is your primary product or service?
Jim Stevens objective is to aide in the health and well-being of the physical body by treating pain, trauma, and immobility with the gentlest and most effective treatments available, while simultaneously, developing new techniques and increasing the potential reach of manual medicine.
Although Jim Stevens is a licensed massage therapist, his work and skill is more osteopathic in origin. He begins by “listening” to the body and allow it to show us (through tension patterns) where the restrictions are located. He then gently release the restrictions that present themselves. The specific areas are often found within the internal organs, arterial network, nerves, bones, connective tissue, and occasionally muscle. It is rather like treating the body from the inside out. Once the primary restrictions are removed, Jim will smooth things out by massaging the muscles, thus effectively treating both the cause and the symptom. It is fantastic that we can manipulate and work with all the tissues of the body, creating a freedom of movement that allows all of the bodies systems to move and function more efficiently and effectively.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Jim began his studies as a Massage Therapist in 1994 at Crystal Mountain School in Albuquerque, NM. After working as a therapist, he returned to serve as faculty from 1998-2001. Over the course of 24 years, Jim has studied Biology, Chemistry,Anatomy, Physiology, Exercise and Kinesiology, Health, Wellness and Public Safety, as well as studying the works of the French Osteopathic schools to understand and apply the underlying principles related to Manual Therapy.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Although I am a licensed massage therapist, my work and skill is more osteopathic in origin. We begin by “listening” to the body and allow it to show us (through tension patterns) where the restrictions are located. We then gently release the restrictions that present themselves. The specific areas are often found within the internal organs, arterial network, nerves, bones, connective tissue, and occasionally muscle. It is rather like treating the body from the inside out. Once the primary restrictions are removed, we smooth things out by massaging the muscles, thus effectively treating both the cause and the symptom. It is fantastic that we can manipulate and work with all the tissues of the body, creating a freedom of movement that allows all of the bodies systems to move and function more efficiently and effectively.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
I have one location and no intentions of expanding. My service is personal and specialized for each person I serve.
Provide detailed directions to your location
My office is located at the Northwest corner of Pump road and Patterson Avenue, 10617 Patterson Avenue, Henrico VA, in Richmonds west end
What type of payments do you accept?
I accept cash, check, and all major credit cards.
Which areas do you service?
My primary area of service is the greater Richmond area; however, many clients come from all around Virginia and a number of them are across the country, but stop by when they are in town.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
I am the owner and operator of Jim Stevens Manual Therapy.
What are your hours of operation?
Hours of operation are by appointment only in the time following times. Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri 9:30 a.m to 6 p.m., Sat 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The best complement I can receive is referrals to your friends and family.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"Soul lives through giving."
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