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Old Fourth Ward · Atlanta

Treatments

Guided by science. Our treatments are functional in delivery — Mechanical load force is applied to positively influence mechanotransduction, the biological process of cellular tissue/structure formation.

Fix Your Fascia, Restore Relief

New clients start here.

Your first visit includes a focused assessment, personalized treatment, discussion of findings, and functional movement guidance. Begin with 60 minutes, or choose 75 or 90 minutes for additional time. Your session is shaped around your needs and goals.

Book Your First Session

Fix Your Fascia with Dedric Carroll, LMT at Empirical Knead, Atlanta

Apex

Fix Your Fascia

New clients

Provided by: Dedric C.

Our most advanced, comprehensive care. Your initial corrective treatment with Dedric identifies and treats the underlying source(s) of your symptoms.

Kinesis Myofascial Functional Structural Integration: 
Pain relief, structural balance

Apex

Kinesis Myofascial Structural Integration

New & returning clients

Provided by: Dedric C.

Our most comprehensive assessment-guided care for chronic or multifaceted pain, persistent dysfunction and postural distortion, treating beyond the site of pain.

Advanced Medical Massage for Complex Conditions

Apex

Advanced Medical Massage

Complex conditions

Provided by: Dedric C.

Individualized bodywork for complex medical needs, adapted to comfort and mobility, with medical-team coordination when appropriate.

Scapula mobility restriction release

Elite

Functional Myofascial Therapy

New & returning clients

Provided by: Tony L.

Assessment-guided fascial work explores connected restrictions and compensation patterns that may contribute to persistent pain and movement limitations.

Neuromuscular Functional Therapy with Tony at Empirical Knead

Elite

Neuromuscular Functional Therapy

New & returning clients

Provided by: Tony L.

Precise, targeted bodywork addresses muscular contributors to pain while assessing the affected area within your overall movement.

Hybrid Myofascial and Neuromuscular Therapy with Tony

Elite

Hybrid Myofascial & Neuromuscular Therapy

New & returning clients

Provided by: Tony L.

Combine targeted neuromuscular therapy with sustained myofascial work for muscular pain and connected tissue restrictions, guided by assessment.

Elite bodywork and functional cupping with Tony at Empirical Knead

Elite: Bodywork + Functional Cupping with Tony

FUNCTIONAL WELLNESS

60 minutes of assessment-guided Elite Functional Myofascial Therapy with Tony, followed by a complimentary 10-minute Functional Cupping extension. 70 minutes total for $171 (normally $193). Focused cupping is adapted to your assessment, tissue response and comfort.

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Clinical

Hybrid Myofascial & Neuromuscular Therapy

New & returning clients

Provided by: Alicia C.

Focused myofascial and neuromuscular techniques address acute muscular pain, trigger points, and movement restrictions, with care tailored to your goals.

working the arm line to open the chest, reduce rounded shoulders

Clinical

Reset + Complimentary Aromatherapy

60 minutes · $160

Provided by: Alicia C.

Assessment-guided Clinical bodywork plus complimentary aromatherapy within your session.

Medical & Clinical Recovery Services

Foundations

Therapeutic Bodywork

New & returning clients

Provided by: Alicia C.

Slow, intentional bodywork supports restoration, recovery, and general tension relief, with a restorative approach guided by science.

Lymphatic Drainage Therapy

Specialty care

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Individualized care

Provided by: Dedric C., Tony L., Alicia C.

Gentle, rhythmic bodywork supports lymphatic fluid movement, with timing and techniques adapted to your needs and medical considerations.

Empirical Knead youth structural care

Specialty care

Youth Structural Development

Ages 10–17

Provided by: Dedric C., Tony L.

Individualized bodywork considers posture, movement, and structural changes during growth, with assessment and care adapted for young clients.

Functional Cupping

Specialty care

Functional Cupping

Individualized care

Provided by: Dedric C., Tony L., Alicia C.

Targeted suction techniques mobilize soft tissue and explore areas of tension or restricted movement, guided by assessment and comfort.

Prenatal Therapeutic Care

Specialty care

Prenatal Therapeutic Care

Pregnancy-adapted care

Provided by: Dedric C., Tony L., Alicia C.

Bodywork adapted to pregnancy addresses discomfort and changing support needs, with careful positioning and attention to your stage of care.

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Add-ons

Session Extensions

With your primary treatment

Provided by: Dedric C., Tony L., Alicia C.

Add ten minutes for Functional Cupping or Scalp Knead Therapy at $22. Reflexology is available on request. Select extensions with your primary treatment.

scalp therapy one of our add ons. Select Once you had selected your treatment

Add-ons

Session Enhancements

With your primary treatment

Provided by: Alicia C., Dedric C., Tony L.

Complement your primary treatment with CBD ($34.50) or aromatherapy ($10), without extending the session. Available options appear after choosing your treatment.

working the arm line to open the chest, reduce rounded shoulders

Care Series

Care Series — All Treatment Levels

All currently offered treatment lengths

Provided by: Your selected therapist

Compare series lengths and current prices for Apex, Elite, Clinical, Foundations and specialty treatments. Each new five-session series includes an eligible add-on at every visit.

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