Rachel Richards

licensed massage therapist

east village, nyc

Massage for Desk Workers in New York City

If you sit at a desk all day and deal with neck, shoulder, or upper-back pain, therapeutic massage can help relieve muscle tension, improve posture, and reduce repetitive-strain discomfort. Many of my NYC clients come in specifically because computer work has left them stiff, sore, or in pain.

Common desk-related pain treated

  • Chronic neck and shoulder tension
  • Upper-back tightness between the shoulder blades
  • Headaches related to posture and muscle strain
  • Wrist, forearm, and elbow tension from mouse/keyboard use
  • Lower-back pain from prolonged sitting

How massage helps desk workers

Therapeutic massage helps by:

  • Releasing chronically tight muscles caused by forward-head posture
  • Learning healthy workplace ergonomics to prevent pain and stiffness
  • Increasing range of motion in the neck and shoulders
  • Reducing nerve compression and referred pain

Sessions are tailored to how your body is compensating for desk work, not a generic relaxation massage.

What a session is like

  • Focus on neck, shoulders, upper back, and arms
  • Pressure adjusted to your comfort level
  • Attention to posture patterns and muscle imbalances
  • Calm, private studio environment

Who this is for

  • Office workers
  • Remote workers
  • Designers, developers, writers, and anyone on a computer all day
  • People who feel "tight" even after stretching

Location & booking

I'm located on the east side in Manhattan, easily accessible from Union Square and surrounding neighborhoods. Appointments are scheduled in advance. Call, text, or email to book a session or to discuss whether this type of massage is right for you.



Call or text me today
917-359-8641

I'd be happy to answer
any questions you have!

Massage@Rachel-Richards.com



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American Massage Therapy Association

Swedish InstituteCertified Myoskeletal TherapistNational Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork


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