MEET KIYOKI

My credentials:

Massage Practitioner certification – California Holistic Institute in San Luis Obispo, CA 2009
Massage Therapist certification – The Lauterstein-Conway Massage School in Austin, TX 2018
Advanced Contemporary Cupping Therapy Methods certification – International Cupping Therapy Association 2019
Teaching Assistant for International Cupping Therapy Association (ICTA)
Currently studying Human Movement Specialist certification & Corrective Exercise certification – Brookbush Institute

Hi!

I'm Kiyoki Rykman

I have been practicing bodywork since 2008. In the beginning, I fell in love with the relaxation benefits of massage and I worked at a few destination spas along the beautiful California coast. Along the way, I discovered orthopedic and medical benefits from advanced bodywork modalities and I shifted my practice toward treating pain and chronic conditions.

Today, I see patients from several local chiropractors, orthopedists, physical therapists, acupuncturists, craniosacral therapists, and functional medicine doctors. I take cases from providers regarding general or specific pain, auto accident, surgery, auto immune symptoms, restricted range of motion, and scar tissue restriction.

My job is incredibly rewarding – I get to help and see people through all kinds of physical, mental, and emotional obstacles and watch them eventually reach their goals. The success cases are what motivate me to continue practicing and learning new skills. I genuinely love my job.

My personal pain cases:

In 2017 after my second child was born, I had terrible deep glute and SI joint pain and I would cycle through low level constant pain and high level intermittent pain. X-rays and an MRI showed that my right SI joint and sacrum were heavily rotated and that I had a tucked coccyx. This probably happened during pregnancy and delivery. CBD, cupping therapy, physical therapy, and chiropractic got me back to normal within a few months time.

In 2020, I was struck in a car accident and it left me with intermittent migraines and high level pain that continued for months. For the first few mornings after the accident, it took me about 20 minutes to inch myself out of bed each day. X-rays showed that my neck and low back were a total mess. I taught my husband and another therapist friend a cupping treatment protocol to use on my back and neck so that I could lower my pain level enough to continue working. I also received chiropractic care and physical therapy as part of my recovery. This process took about 6 months before I felt mostly back to normal again.

I understand first hand what acute and chronic pain feels like. I also understand how tedious the journey to recovery can be, but I believe that the effort we put forth now is worth how we will feel in our future.

Kind Words from Clients

“Kiyoki was very professional and informative! It was my first time receiving a massage, so she made sure to cover everything procedure wise with me to make sure I felt 100% comfortable! I could tell from the start she was very knowledgeable about her profession and cares deeply about giving each client an individual and personalized experience!”

Hannah C.

“Kiyoki is one of a kind, very hard to find REAL professional who has a lot of knowledge in her field of work. She’s not just great at massage, but she can find and point out things that you never knew about your body. I would definitely recommend and return for her service.”

Jon Y.

“Kiyoki, was my therapist. She is probably one the most knowledgeable therapist that I have ever experienced. I will definitely be back !!!”

Anita C.

“The best massage I’ve ever had. I feel like I’m part of her artistic expression. I lose myself and become the clay that she molds. She finds the little injuries and senses the body’s needs almost intrinsically.”

Alec M.

“My experience with Kiyoki was exceptional. She was informative and detailed with my care. To my surprise, she evaluated my skeletal state as well and made recommendations for my chiropractic needs. Full package!”

Magda B.

“I moved away from Austin in 2020 to Dallas-Fort Worth. I have searched high and low, and honestly, the best masseuse that I have found is only half as good as Kiyoki. Not being paid or prompted to say this, not even sure if Kiyoki remembers me as a client at this point lol. But she’s passionate about bodywork and it SHOWS. This isn’t meant to insult others in their craft, but she has something special. If you are lucky enough to be in the area, head to Round Rock & let Kiyoki help you out. I miss having access to her healing hands, but I appreciated the time I did have. Will definitely be doing a little trip out to the area this year, and getting the longest massage they allow lol. Completely worth it.”

April S.

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