About Us

Donna M. Perham is a graduate of the Muscular Therapy Institute (Cortiva Institute) in Watertown, MA where she completed 900+ hours of professional training in the Benjamin System of Muscular Therapy.  She is Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, and licensed both in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

In private practice in Melrose, MA since 1998, Donna combines techniques and philosophies from various modalities in addressing issues of chronic tension, stress reduction and pain management with her clients. Through continuing education she regularly attends classes and seminars to expand her knowledge of the therapeutic arts.  Some of these include -

              Swedish (Relaxation) Massage              Sports Massage

              Deep Tissue/Trigger Point Therapy        Pregnancy Massage

              Aromatherapy                                        Reiki

Donna’s experience includes working at two Boston Sports Club locations - the Hilton Colonial in Lynnfield and the Ferncroft Hotel in Peabody; on-call massage therapist at the Four Seasons Hotel and the Copley Plaza Marriott Hotel in Boston, and volunteering at the Boston Marathon doing post-race massage for many years.

A large segment of Donna’s practice includes working with athletes - runners and golfers in particular.  She empathizes with the athlete who is unable to participate in their chosen sport because of an injury and will encourage healing through massage, stretching and various other modalities.

Among referring professionals to Donna’s practice are obstetricians, orthopedists, chiropractors, physical therapists, athletic trainers and dentists who have placed their trust in Donna’s ability to help in the healing process.