LaRose Muscular Therapy

I went for a massage because I thought it was a place I had been to previously, although it wasn’t it was the best massage I have ever had. Stephanie was amazing. She talked to me about my problem areas before hand, and worked wonders on them. I am a hairstylist and was in a bad car accident so my entire back and shoulders are a mess. She really got in all the knots deep. I have nerve damage on one of my arms and mentioned to her that it is a very tender spot and to avoid which she did completely. She didn’t talk through the massage which really allowed me to relax. The price there is very reasonable and she was absolutely fantastic. She spend plenty of time on my tough areas and made sure to massage everything else, even my feet face and ears! It was great. I already rebooked and will be going every two weeks.

Well, my first and last massage with Joe I kept asking him to be more gentle, since he was hurting me, I’ve never had a masseuse refuse my preference before but he said «NO, I’m not a masseuse I’m a physical therapist, this is how I do it.» He talked through the entire thing, I guess some people like this, I do not. I socialize for work, I like to relax and enjoy the massage in peace N quiet. When it was over he offered me his phone number. As Joe left the room he let me know they’re not supposed to accept tips but showed me where to leave his tip anyway. He’s that type of guy. If this is your idea of a good massage GREAT but still not mine! «I HEARD» he left because of the complaints building against him for sexual misconduct, such as taking the condoms off during sex without girls’ consent, during house calls. This kid appals me, I got the vibe he’s a punk drug addict looking for a job that allows him to flirt easily.
If anybody doesn’t believe me you can send me a message, I’m glad to provide however many more details you need.

I love LaRose! I have gone there for years and my husband even longer! People who have anything negative to say are usually the ones who’s Unilocal reviews are riddled with negative reviews because there is simply no pleasing them. They are NOT unprofessional! They are so personable and the moment you walk in you feel an automatic drop in your blood pressure. Unlike overpriced spas, they actually have studied muscular therapy and can answer any question you have with a full and knowledgable response. These are quality therapists. They are sweet and kind and always remember you by name. I’ve had a variety of therapists here and I have no complaints about any of them. Keep doing what you’re doing guys, it’s working for you!

I knead to visit them once a week!!! LOL

This review is for one massage therapist only — Joe Donaher — and not the other staff at LaRose. Honestly, if Joe hadn’t been there when I was introduced to LaRose, I would have left. They were pretty unprofessional on a number of fronts and make you feel rushed from the moment you walk in the door, don’t speak with clients but gossip right in front of you, and the manager of the Webo location ignores everyone all together. I went here for over a year to see Joe and it was the same each time.
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**UPDATE: Joe started his own business! Yay! You can find him at Back in Action Therapeutic Massage:
*** So glad to see him out on his own and away from less skilled «management» staff!
I was looking for a new massage therapist when I saw a Groupon for La Rose Muscular Therapy in Westborough, MA and thought I’d give it a try. As a general rule, I prefer male therapists over female therapists because they’re able to use their strength to really work through tight muscles, so was pleased when I saw they had a male therapist, Joe.
I booked with Joe and upon arriving, Joe talked with me about where I might have stress and tension in my body so that he could pay particular attention to those areas for me. As someone who works on a computer all day for her job, my trouble areas tend to be my upper back and neck. Joe was familiar with the strain and stress that working on a computer all day causes to the upper back and neck areas and set to work on making them relax and feel better.
That first massage left me feeling so relaxed and less tense than I have felt in years. I booked another appointment with Joe before I left and have been going once a month ever since.
It’s been 10 months now with monthly appointments and Joe never disappoints. He is consistently thorough in his process of asking what muscles or tension spots might be bothering me at the time, and working to fix those problem areas. He’s always friendly and energetic, even though I book the last available appointment on Saturdays with him.
He’s also instructed me on stretching exercises to help with the stress and tension that builds up in between visits. In the time that I’ve been seeing Joe, I’ve not had to visit the chiropractor at all, and I used to have to go on a regular basis due to the stress and tension affecting my neck and back.
If you’re looking for a highly skilled massage therapist with the expertise to work through different issues patiently and effectively with long-​term benefits, Joe’s your guy! He gets 5 stars all the way!
An added bonus for those considering either LaRose location — Joe has time in both Milford and Westborough, so ask for him at either location!