Licensed Massage Therapist

Matt Jones

(520) 312-6816

mattisaiah AT gmail DOT com

Tucson, AZ

I have been involved in the field of massage and bodywork for over 25 years, learning 12 amazing forms of therapy along the way. Additionally, I had the honor of serving as an Instructor at both massage schools I attended.

After working and teaching in the field of massage for a few years, I felt a desire to take on more responsibilities with those I treated and gain complimentary skills and knowledge. A trip to Shanghai, China in 2008 confirmed what I had learned previously and planted the seed for the future.

My chiropractic education truly began in 2010. I was fortunate to serve as a Tutor, Teacher’s Assistant, and Group Instructor for the majority of my educational process. Various life events would take place over the next few years, including a 2 year leave of absence to assist close family. In April 2017, I graduated with a doctorate in chiropractic. Following graduation, I began working with the RAND Corporation on a large study related to chiropractic care, which has so far been referenced in 25 articles.

I am a dedicated, lifelong learner with a desire to be my personal best. As a compassionate healer and understanding listener, my focus is on providing ethical and empowering care through massage and chiropractic.

My eventual goal is to focus on working with lower income families, lesser served populations, and non-profit organizations - all in an effort to bring therapies to those not often able to receive such services due to various barriers.

Massage Services

I offer the following kinds of massage:

RolfingChair MassageDeep TissuePregnancy MassageSports MassageMedical MassageShiatsuReflexologyReikiThai MassageJapanese MassageMyofascial ReleaseStructural IntegrationAcupressure

State License MT-26298

Professional History

Tuina Instructor | ASAOM | Tucson, AZ
9/2005 – 6/2008; 1/2010 – 4/2010
Lead class through lectures, warm-ups, and hands-on demonstration/instruction of class material. Responsible for class content, attendance, grading/evaluation, setup, tutorials and related tasks.

NCBTMB Approved Continuing Education Provider
7/2022 – present | Tucson, AZ
Lead class through lectures and hands-on demonstration/instruction of continuing education material. Responsible for class content, attendance, grading/evaluation, setup, tutorials and related tasks.

Rubs Massage Studio | Massage Therapist
9/2019 – 9/2020 & 1/2022 - present | Oro Valley, AZ
Discuss client health history, previous/current resolution attempts, and expectations. Perform 30-120 minute massage sessions custom designed to individual client need. Provide information regarding relevant stretches, postural exercises, and lifestyle modifications to improve quality of life.

Self-Employed | Doctor of Chiropractic
8/2018 – present
Record detailed client health history and perform appropriate examinations. Determine diagnosis then render effective treatment utilizing soft tissue methods and skeletal manipulation. Provide information regarding relevant stretches, postural exercises, and lifestyle modifications to improve quality of life.

Self-Employed | Massage Therapist
3/2000 – present
Discuss client health history, previous/current resolution attempts, and expectations. Perform 30-120 minute massage sessions custom designed to individual client need. Provide information regarding relevant stretches, postural exercises, and lifestyle modifications to improve quality of life.

RAND Corporation | Abstractor: Chiropractic Records
6/2017 – 5/2018 | Santa Monica, CA
Perform self-directed, detailed review of chiropractic records to determine inclusion/exclusion for the peer-reviewed study “Chiropractic Care for Chronic Pain". Accurately record specific patient data on paper as well as input into Microsoft Access.

Massage Services

Professional History

Education History