Massage therapy is more than a way to relax — it’s an important part of helping the body recover, move efficiently, and feel its best.



Trista Carlson is a Shiatsu practitioner based in Iowa City, Iowa, with over a decade of experience in the field. Trista’s sessions are described as light, pain-free, and energizing, often leaving clients feeling “light on their feet” and with reduced pain or stress. She combines manual pressure with kinesiology taping to improve circulation and healing, and uses IASTM to mobilize soft tissues for better function.