ABOUT US

Science Informed Medical Massage, Functional Structural Integration and Neuromuscular Therapy

The Empirical Knead Functional Model - Proven Results - Lasting Relief

  • Evidence-Based Approach: Neuromuscular Therapy / Functional Fascia Flow
  • Integrating 13 years of clinical research expertise, 17 years of experience in the industry with proven methods in Medical Massage & Bodywork.
  • Comprehensive Postural Analysis:
  • Visual and tactile assessment (standing, prone, supine) to detect structural deviations.
  • Identify key tension patterns along fascia lines to target treatment precisely.
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  • Targeted Pain Resolution Phases:
  • Phase I – Acute Pain Resolution:
  • • Focus on immediate pain relief for spasms, tension, and restrictions using techniques such as neuromuscular therapy (NMT), trigger point therapy, deep tissue work, Swedish massage, cupping, and cryotherapy.
  • Phase II – Chronic Pain Resolution:
  • • Address long-term discomfort with fascia release and functional alignment; prioritize based on client’s primary areas of concern.
  • Phase III – Ongoing Pain Management:
  • • Provide advanced fascia alignment and active assisted techniques to manage residual or emerging issues.
  • Science-Informed Deeply Relaxing. 
  • Based on an actual clinical protocol that Dedric wrote for Emory University for use in 13 years of clinical research. We bring the research experience to you in a deeply relaxing setting. Relaxation truly proven by science. 
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  • Client-Centered Experience:
  • We meet each client where they are—starting treatment at the exact area of discomfort for individualized, impactful care. Clients may be in different phases and we assess to meet you where you are on the given day. Some days you just need to relax! We got you! We have amazing thera-relaxing sessions that are deeply relaxing and science informed. You're in good hands. 
  • Proven Success:
  • Over 150 five-star reviews from clients who have experienced real, lasting improvements.




The Empirical Therapists

Trust our Therapists to provide the specialized care you seek.

DEDRIC C.


Dedric is the only therapist in Atlanta that does clinical research on the biological effects of massage Together, with his research background and with a mastery understanding of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology, Dedric excels in resolving an array of orthopedic needs and treating chronic systemic inflammatory conditions. As a clinical researcher, Dedric has an insight to the anti-inflammatory, healing and biological benefits of massage that is rare in the health field. Creator of Empirical Knead and the Empirical Knead Model. Informed by 13 years of clinical research experience with Emory University, with a rare insight to the biological benefits of informed touch; this scientific refinement is woven into each and every session and each therapist at Empirical Knead.

TONY L.


Meet Tony, a talented massage therapist with a strong reputation in the industry! Has been trained in the Empirical Knead Model and continues to advance with our ongoing education. Since graduating from the Atlanta School of Massage in 2012, Tony has worked alongside top health care providers and recently mastered the innovative Empirical Knead model in 2023, earning praise for outstanding results. Outside of work, Tony channels his creativity into intricate laser crafts and treasures time with his new baby and loving wife. His dedication to clients and family makes him truly exceptional!

FOY


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SUAN


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