If you are tired of endless tests and doctors saying they can't find anything wrong but, you still hurt, you're unhappy with your physical therapy progress, or are you fed up with taking medications that have too many adverse side effects? We have helped others who thought that surgery or drugs were their only choice.
Living with chronic pain doesn't have to define your life. We are a unique massage and bodywork studio located in Durham, NC. We specialize in Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage and Structural Bodywork. We use our feet to deliver the most impressive, broad, and AMAZING bodywork that you have ever experienced.
Living with chronic pain doesn't have to define your life. We are a unique massage and bodywork studio located in Durham, NC. We specialize in Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage and Structural Bodywork. We use our feet to deliver the most impressive, broad, and AMAZING bodywork that you have ever experienced.
Services
We offer both Massage Therapy and Structural Bodywork here in north Durham, NC depending on your body needs. Massage can help with a variety of health and wellness needs, general aches and pains, back/neck/shoulder pain, stress relief, and many others. Read our Blog about The Benefits of Massage HERE.
There are numerous benefits of deep tissue massage, and scientific evidence has proven that massage is one of the best methods, not surgery or drugs, for treating back pain. Most of our clients have come to us looking for relief after all other doctor-recommended treatments have failed: drugs, i.e., painkillers, anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants, chiropractic, and physical therapy.
Stretching therapy is an effective way to release tension, reduce pain, and restore range of motion. Our fascial stretch therapists work with clients to design customized stretching programs that gently target problem areas for relief from pain and stiffness and to improve function.
Stretching improves range of motion and reduces pain from strength training exercises, enabling clients to continue to work weak or under-utilized muscles and grow stronger.Stretching therapies that target under-utilized joints and muscles increase circulation and blood flow in those areas, keeping the body healthy and functioning as it should.
Stretching improves range of motion and reduces pain from strength training exercises, enabling clients to continue to work weak or under-utilized muscles and grow stronger.Stretching therapies that target under-utilized joints and muscles increase circulation and blood flow in those areas, keeping the body healthy and functioning as it should.
Structural Bodywork is a form of bodywork, client education, and awareness. It addresses the fascia, a type of connective tissue. Fascia permeates the entire body like a bodysuit and its role is to support and differentiate muscle tissue, bones, internal organs, and nerves. When we are injured, hurt, or develop bad postural habits, adhesions are formed and it ultimately affects the body's overall efficiency.
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Reviews (23)
Gabrielle Danisha
Jun 30, 2021
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Nancy Harmon
Sep 12, 2020
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Update: I bought a series of 10 - 90 minute massages. The massage helped so much with a painful knee. I am scheduling Structural Integration sessions with Sarah in 2021 and am really excited to begin the process with Sarah.
The massage space is amazing. It felt very calming and is beautiful. Got a massage from Jesse and she is fantastic. Jesse used a heating pad and is very intuitive. She showed me very simple stretching exercises for the tight spots. I felt great afterwards and have scheduled another massage for 90 minutes.
The massage space is amazing. It felt very calming and is beautiful. Got a massage from Jesse and she is fantastic. Jesse used a heating pad and is very intuitive. She showed me very simple stretching exercises for the tight spots. I felt great afterwards and have scheduled another massage for 90 minutes.
Lori Lori
Aug 05, 2020
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Chase Smith
Jul 09, 2020
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Quan is a lifesaver! I'm someone who has struggled with repetitive strain from hours at the laptop (tension in hands, arms, neck, and back) and muscle & soft tissue tightness from years of long-distance running, and Quan has helped me progress on the healing path in leaps and bounds. He is incredibly effective at increasing joint mobility, loosening tight muscles and scar tissue and and improving overall posture. His expertise in sports massage and calm and calming demeanor bring lasting results head to toe. Highly recommended!
I'd add that I have tried many different massage techniques over the
I'd add that I have tried many different massage techniques over the
Richard Chavis
Jun 27, 2020
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Heather Davidson
May 23, 2020
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My husband & I were searching for a new massage place. We preferred it be local, & especially wanted a place where they attend to your individual needs & really make a difference. BULL CITY SOLES, in Durham NC, is all of these things & more! ASHIATSU massage was something I had never experienced before. It is incredible!
SARAH is thoughtful, caring & very attentive to my needs each time I go there. The pressure & focus is always RIGHT. I always feel better when I leave the tranquility of BULL CITY SOLES.
Ashiatsu is beyond any other massage experience I have ever had - using a strong base knowledge
SARAH is thoughtful, caring & very attentive to my needs each time I go there. The pressure & focus is always RIGHT. I always feel better when I leave the tranquility of BULL CITY SOLES.
Ashiatsu is beyond any other massage experience I have ever had - using a strong base knowledge
Bob Naegeli
Aug 04, 2019
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Nancy Hackney Wicker
Jul 29, 2019
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Isaac Galford
Jul 15, 2019
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Victoria Coffield
Jun 22, 2019
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Jamie Haigler
Jun 17, 2019
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I have been going to Bull City Soles for almost a year now. I initially went to have a consultation with Julie because I was having hip and knee problems and was told I needed to have a hip replacement. At 44 years old I was not ready for that. At this point I am having appointments at least twice a month. I alternate between a massage/stretching session with Tasha and a massage/cupping session with Julie. I have noticed a lot of improvement in my range of motion and pain levels have decreased. I knew going into this that it would be a process and they have done a great job so far getting me closer
Mike Randall
Jun 07, 2019
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Gail Haigler
May 04, 2019
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Kim K.
Feb 27, 2019
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Earl Echols
Jan 04, 2019
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Amber Ross
Dec 17, 2018
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Pat Schaefer
May 15, 2018
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Katelyn Watkins
May 05, 2018
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Took my mom here for mother’s day and it was our first time ever getting a massage. We were both very pleased with the service we received. The workers made us feel very relaxed and comfortable. One thing I recommended is asking about the type of massage lotions/oils they use if you have sensitive skin. Unfortunately, I broke out right after leaving our session. Overall, the prices are affordable, the workers are fantastic and the experience is worth going back again. Very pleased!!!
Jennifer P.
Jan 18, 2017
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Don't be alarmed that there are not many Yelp reviews of this place - it appears that this company routes feedback requests to Google, so you'll probably see a lot more there!
That being said, this experience was excellent from start to finish. Sarah was very knowledgeable, and asked the right questions to understand where to focus (without turning it into an interview/interrogation). She found a number of other long-term ailments that I was suffering from during the session (e.g. an IT band that feels like a giant old rubber band) and made sure to focus on those as well.
I usually
That being said, this experience was excellent from start to finish. Sarah was very knowledgeable, and asked the right questions to understand where to focus (without turning it into an interview/interrogation). She found a number of other long-term ailments that I was suffering from during the session (e.g. an IT band that feels like a giant old rubber band) and made sure to focus on those as well.
I usually
Leto C.
Jan 19, 2016
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I have had numerous massages over the years, with therapists who practice different styles. Among all of them, Julie Marciniak stands out as truly gifted. After the first six months of seeing her regularly, my chronic headaches, the result of a lot of arthritis in my neck following multiple car wrecks, disappeared. I used to take Advil and Tylenol routinely before going to bed, and now I can't remember the last time I did that.
Julie practices Ashiatsu and Rolfing on me, and although it was uncomfortable at first, it has really paid off. Now, I've loosened up and it's much more
Julie practices Ashiatsu and Rolfing on me, and although it was uncomfortable at first, it has really paid off. Now, I've loosened up and it's much more
Rob C.
Sep 30, 2015
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I have always been curious about Ashiatsu massage and landed an amazing deal to have my first experience with Julie. I had only had a deep tissue once before (at another place, of course) and had not really been much of a fan, so needless to say I was skeptical when I learned that Ashiatsu goes very deep. Fortunately, my skepticism was quickly assuaged. Maybe I should have led with this: the other reviewers do not lie -- this was the best massage I have ever received!!! I am a big massage fan, usually getting 2-3 per year, and I have gotten several at top spas, big chains, highly acclaimed places
Kim R.
Jun 20, 2015
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Please go NOW and take advantage of the new Therapist special with Ityra! As a chronic back pain sufferer who doesn't want to take meds for relief, the type of massage she offers is exactly what I needed! It is DEEP tissue and less "soft and soothing" than the type of massage you might get at a spa but the knots will get worked out and your pain will be relieved. I have never had the type of massage where the therapist uses her lower extremities (think: feet to back/body) but this is a great fit for what I need..which is deep pressure and a technique that's able to cover a larger
Brady P.
Jan 26, 2015
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I have had excellent experiences with the massage therapy trainings provided here. Julie has been an incredible Ashiatsu teacher to learn from. I have taken all three levels of ashiatsu training here over the last year and a half and am incredibly pleased with quality of the instruction that I have received and the overall learning experience.
The location is ideal for massage therapy trainings with a teaching room that is large enough for at least five tables to be set up at once. There are ashiatsu bars at different heights to allow for easy set up for therapists / students of different heights
The location is ideal for massage therapy trainings with a teaching room that is large enough for at least five tables to be set up at once. There are ashiatsu bars at different heights to allow for easy set up for therapists / students of different heights
