Frequently Asked Questions
Who founded Inspire Movements?
In the heart of Colorado Springs, where the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains meets a vibrant community, a unique haven for wellness and relaxation has emerged—Inspire Movements Massage, founded by the passionate and skilled massage therapist, Jessica Deardorff. If you’re seeking a rejuvenating experience that goes beyond the ordinary, look no further. Jessica’s approach to massage therapy is not just about physical relaxation; it’s about inspiring movement, healing, and a deeper connection between mind and body.
The Vision Behind Inspire Movements Massage
Jessica Deardorff has always had a profound appreciation for the healing power of touch. With years of experience in the field of massage therapy, she recognized a gap in the industry—an opportunity to create a space where clients could not only unwind but also learn to listen to their bodies and foster a sense of empowerment through movement. Thus, Inspire Movements Massage was born.
Jessica’s philosophy is rooted in the idea that every person is unique, and so should be their path to healing. Her tailored approach considers individual needs, whether it’s relieving chronic pain, reducing stress, or enhancing athletic performance. By combining various techniques and modalities, she aims to inspire her clients to move freely and confidently in their bodies.
🎯 Pain Relief with Purpose: We tailor every massage to have some pain relieving enhancements always. We believe that every massage treatment is customizable to you, for you. We can choose enhancements that align with your healing goals and we include them in every session. This would include essential oils, hot towels, and all the techniques we have learned in our years of practice as Licensed Massage Therapists. We include everything in massages and we do not accept tips.
Red Light Therapy is an up and coming trend we are hearing about everywhere! But, what do you know about it? Red Light Therapy is a targeted infrared therapy that helps you obtain faster muscle recovery, improved circulation, and assist you in sleep support. Red Light helps lock in more of the massage benefits we practice here at Inspire Movements Massage Therapy.
You get to choose either heated or cool eye compression during the treatment. You will also select your Aromatherapy Blends. We provide blends based on your therapeutic goals designed for either muscle recovery, focus, or inflammation relief. We use therapeutic grade essential oils in our practice.
Located near Briargate off of North Academy Blvd and Kelly Johnson, our Red Light Therapy supports chronic pain relief, inflammation reduction, and faster muscle recovery by using low-level light to improve cellular repair and circulation.
Backed by clinical research, this non-invasive service is ideal for desk workers, athletes, and active moms looking to boost their tissue healing, sleep quality, and joint mobility without taking from their quality downtime.
✨ Book as a $25 standalone Red Light Therapy Session with your massage or subscribe for just $97/month for ongoing recovery support.
Personalized massage Sessions are meant for the most optimal results!
At our center, Inspire Movements Massage Therapy off of N Academy and Kelly Johnson Blvd, we know that chronic pain and your muscle recovery aren’t a “one-size-fits-all” kind of deal. We believe that no two clients are the same. This is why each massage session begins with a consultation and ends with one as well. Massage Therapists will access your personal goals, this may be sciatic nerve pain, shoulder pain management, or migraine reduction. These consultations will help us to give the best massage we can. That’s why we take the time to understand your specific needs and preferences before and after every session. Our experienced therapists will conduct a thorough consultation to discuss any areas of concern and tailor the massage to address your unique requirements. We are committed to providing a customized experience that leaves you feeling your best and moving forward.
Book Your Session Today!
Ready to treat yourself to the ultimate relaxation experience? Don’t wait any longer! Book your massage session with us today and discover the transformative power of personalized massage therapy. With our wide range of techniques and enhancements, you’re sure to find the perfect combination that meets your needs. Embrace the journey to relaxation and wellness, and let us help you unwind in style!
At Inspire Movements Massage Therapy off of N Academy Blvd and Kelly Johnson Blvd, we Serve Colorado Springs, including Pine Creek, Briargate ,Cordera, and Chapel Hills Mall areas.
Most of our clients book their therapeutic Ashiatsu massage and cupping therapy appointments every 2 weeks for the longest lasting pain relieving sessions. Most of our regulars are suffering from sciatica flare ups, tension headaches, chronic migraines, and low back pain. If you’re in Briargate, Pine Creek, Cordera, or near N Academy Blvd here in Colorado Springs, biweekly massage appointments are most ideal to tackle and stay on top of pain points. Let’s make some sustainable progress in your pain relief journey.
Our deep tissue Ashiatsu massage is the best massage we offer paired with cupping therapy AND (if you’d like an upgrade to your care plan), red light therapy. Red Light Therapy is a favorite must have add on for our busy desk working warriors here in Colorado Springs. Especially for those desk workers that are near the Chapel Hills Mall, Briargate Pkwy, and Research Parkway. This combination of ashiatsu massage and red light is perfect for sciatic nerve pain, shoulder tension, poor circulation, and chronic fatigue from those long hours sitting at a desk all day long.
Yes, you can absolutely add red light therapy onto any massage session you have! For a single red light therapy session, it is just $25, or you could join our monthly red light therapy membership for just $97/month for once a week. Many of our massage clients in Briargate, Cordera, Pine Creek, and UCHealth Briargate love this option for managing their overall inflammation, joint pain, and their general post-injury recovery.
Yes! Inspire Movements Massage Therapy’s clinic is very accessible and easy to find. We’re right off of North Academy Blvd and Kelly Johnson Blvd, just minutes away from The United States Air Force Academy, The Chapel Hills Mall, Rampart High School, Briargate and Research Parkway. Whether you’re commuting along N Academy, from Cordera, Pine Creek, or near UCHealth Briargate, you’ll find us in a convenient location just north of I-25 and there is no need to worry! There is always plenty of visitor parking spots open making it even easier for you to have access to your therapeutic ashiatsu massage sessions!
Many of our regulars find the best results from booking their massage every 2 weeks apart. Consistent therapeutic care (exercising, stretching, adjustments, etc.) with ashiatsu massage and cupping therapy helps restore function, reduce inflammation, and keep pain from returning as frequently.
Yes, especially here at Inspire Movements Massage Therapy where we focus on low back pain relief. Ashiatsu is highly effective for sciatica when combined with other modalities as well. By using deep, broad pressure, it eases the tension along the spine, lower back and hips, helping calm sciatic nerve irritation.
Absolutely, this is something else we specialize in here at Inspire Movements Massage Therapy. Therapeutic massage techniques can release tight muscles in the neck, on the face, shoulders, and upper back, which are common migraine and headache triggers. Each migraine sufferer notices different flare-ups, our goal is to customize each massage to you, for you to find the pain relief you are searching for. Many clients notice relief after one session, but given Colorado weather flares, and inflammation and muscle memory patterns, consistent massages are important to keep you ahead of the pain.
Ashiatsu massage is a therapeutic technique where the massage therapist uses their feet to apply the pressure and techniques while holding onto overhead bars and a strap to deliver deep, consistent pressure. This method of massage care reaches multiple layers of muscle at once, creating a broader and more consistent release that feels easier to bear than the sharp, pinpoint pressure of a standard deep tissue massage.
Traditional massage relies on the therapist’s hands, fingers, and elbows, which can sometimes feel more like a “poking” sensation or concentrated efforts. It may be more difficult to endure depending on the person for both types of massages, but this is why communication is crucial.
While on the other hand, ashiatsu massage can provide an easier, smoother, more tolerable, widespread approach to care. This type of massage is ideal for long-lasting pain relief, low back tension, and sciatica, without the discomfort of enduring through the intense troublesome spots.
Yes, in most cases. We can provide invoices for HSA or FSA reimbursement, but you do need a Letter of Medical Necessity in order to use this in most cases. It’s always best to confirm with your provider what is needed on your end before booking.
Appointments are required, but please check the schedule online! Somedays, we have appointments open, others, we do not. Most of our consistent regulars schedule their massages online 2 weeks in advance to reserve their ideal day and time.
Your therapeutic ashiatsu massage sessions at Inspire Movements Massage Therapy will always include a full consultation before and afterwards to help us customize the treatment plan to you and for you at each appointment. We also include everything in our sessions, from essential oils to hot towels, all therapeutic techniques like ashiatsu and cupping, always included in our rates. No upsells ever, no add-ons under any circumstances, just results to keep you rolling forward.
Yes. Cupping therapy is safe when performed by a trained therapist, just make sure you find one that has actually become certified! Cupping helps to bring the tension closer to the surface levels while increasing circulation, reduces muscle tension, and speeds your recovery from chronic pain.
At Inspire Movements Massage Therapy, we offer 90-minute and 2-hour massage sessions. This allows enough time to allocate enough time for a full-body therapeutic approach toward low back pain, migraines, and headaches while focusing on each problem area and allowing enough time for a full body treatment.
We’re located at 1295 Kelly Johnson Blvd, Suite 250, Colorado Springs, CO 80920. We’re off of Academy and Kelly Johnson Blvd, near Briargate Parkway and I-25. We’re close to the United States Air Force Academy and the Chapel Hills Mall.
What is the best schedule for long-term low back pain relief?
Regular consistent massage therapy care every two weeks helps prevent regression by keeping muscular and fascial tension from rebuilding. People committing to a biweekly scheduled massages notice more consistent function, fewer flare-ups, and steadier movement patterns than those who book sporadically or with a pain flare up.
Can therapeutic massage help low back pain even without a diagnosis?
Absolutely! While each injury is different, treating the soft tissues, fascia, and structural patterns often reduces recurring pain patterns and improves movement even before a formal diagnosis occurs. However, deeper functional issues like instability or pelvic dysfunction may benefit from combined care with a licensed specialist.
Are certain jobs more likely to cause lower back pain?
Indeed. For instance, desk jobs, long driving shifts, heavy equipment operators or heavy equipment moving, and jobs requiring prolonged static posture contribute to low back discomfort. Consistent therapeutic care combined with ergonomic strategies and movement habits reduces tension and improves long-term outcomes.
What results would I expect when receiving bi-weekly therapeutic massage?
Many of our consistent regulars feel noticeable improvement after just one session, but structural progress and reduced flare-ups tend to stabilize around 4–8 consistent appointments. The goal is sustainable function rather than temporary relief. Every massage is always customized to you, for you, every appointment.
How does cupping therapy enhance low back pain treatment?
Cupping lifts fascial restrictions and increases circulation, making your therapeutic massage sessions more thorough by targeting deeper connective tissue tension and supporting smoother tissue mobility. It brings the tension closer to the surface level making the massage overall easier to get more done in the same amount of time.
How does ashiatsu massage enhance low back pain treatment?
Ashiatsu massage and cupping therapy are two sides of a coin where when combined, they help to get more done in the same amount of time. Ashiatsu massage is a more intentional approach to deep tissue massage. Since we are stepping down into tissues as opposed to pushing in, we’re able to accomplish more in less time that a standard deep tissue massage.
Can sitting all day worsen low back pain?
Prolonged sitting increases lumbar compression and weakens core muscle activation over time. By doing this consistently with your desk job, the strain placed on your spinal tissues and encouraging chronic tension patterns that resist self-management. Movement breaks and targeted bodywork help interrupt this cycle. Call to ask questions if you have any.