The Articulate Body

A clinical massage and rehabilitative movement studio

Services

closeup of two hands massaging client's forearm

MASSAGE

Gyrotonic® trainer Joseph Gillam performing balanced arch and curl exercise on pulley tower

GYROTONIC® METHOD

We have experience with:

Post surgical support

Disc herniations

Myofascial pain syndromes

Fibromyalgia

Cancer support

Tension Induced Migraines

Who we are

Located in the Sellwood neighborhood of SE Portland, the Articulate Body focuses on pain relief; pain management; sports injuries; and post surgical support.  Through an integrated massage approach, I draw on a variety of modalities that may be suitable for your unique needs on any given day.  These can range from deep tissue and orthopedic cupping to gentle swedish or guided movement techniques.

 

My goal is to nurture a freedom and ease of movement in your body.  First, we do this by addressing scar tissue and myofascial adhesions which can inhibit full range of motion.  Secondly, we cultivate a client’s deeper awareness of movement patterns that may be contributing to pain or disfunction.   And finally, we work to calm the nervous system to minimize the intensity with which it experiences pain.

 

Working together in a calm and nurturing environment we will cultivate a learning and healing process to harness your body’s innate ability to be free of pain.

Gyrotonic® studio space with Ultima pulley tower, hardwood floor, brick wall, spiral wood coat tree sculpture, and green tropical foliage.
Gyrotonic® trainer Joseph Gillam performing balanced arch and curl exercise on pulley tower
Massage therapist Joseph Gillam using silicone cups on client in prone position on massage table
Electric massage table covered in flannel sheets and dark green blanket in treatment room with warm golden light, wood furnishings and brick wall
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"If you are looking for some awesome, knowledgeable people to work with, these are the guys I highly recommend. Their friendliness and result-driven approach is what I love about them."

- Corey R

"Joseph is by far the best therapist in Portland. He is not your typical foo foo massage. He has great technique to cater to any issues I bring. I get a 2 hour massage every time and not one minute is wasted."

- Kimberly H

"I have seen Joseph a few times now, and I love the work he does. I felt extremely comfortable the first time I walked in. He is so thorough, taking his time to ensure every complaint is taken care of. Highly recommend!"

- Alexandra S

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