Rajam Roose, HHP – Roose Business Consulting

What attracted me to Rajam’s work is her approach to touch and addressing pain, particularly chronic. She uses a technique called dueroneuromodulation (DNM), which addresses the nervous system directly rather than just muscling in muscles and connective tissues. It makes sense since the brain and the nervous system are the command centers of the body.
Indeed, after thorough checklist and questions, she performed a combination of deep circulatory with light oil. Whenever she touches a tender or somewhat painful spot on my body, she switches gear and applies the gentle touch upon the affected area as well as in areas near the painful spot.
Surprisingly, the pain goes away, and it last for many days after the session. Because of my chronic condition, the pain comes and goes, but it’s less frequent than before the treatment.
The room was very comfortable with a warm table and covers. She checks in and explain what she does before and during the session to ensure that I understand what’s going on, especially as a new client.
Thank you, Rajam. Keep up with the awesome work.

I am having a bi-​lateral total knee replacement surgery in the very near future. Naturally I am apprehensive about it and very tense. After an hour and a half deep tissue massage by Rajam, I am much more relaxed and able to focus on what I need to get done before the surgery. She is very knowledgeable about the best ways to massage away any tension in my body. I know I’ve avoided injuring myself because of her advice. I especially like the small touches associated with her practice, i.e., placing a tissue over my eyes before putting down the eye pillow and thanking me for coming in to let me know the session is over. Other masseuse just walk out the door without saying a word leaving me wondering if she will return. I go to Rajam for a weekly 90 minute massage. It is the highlight of my week.

Want a massage therapist that knows what they’re doing? Want a delicious experience with none of the ‘holistic’ bullshit? Find an open slot on Rajam’s scheduler and go for it.
You won’t be sorry; her workplace is clean and pleasant, she’ll do whatever she can to make you comfortable, and you’ll leave a little happier.
Again, she knows what she’s doing, and she knows what she’s NOT doing! I’d give her 5 stars just for knowing what she’s talking about regarding lactic acid. She’s also given some good advice regarding pain management. Recommended for people that want a no-​nonsense but still deeply relaxing massage.

Whenever I get a massage from Rajam I always think to myself ‘Wow she really knows what she’s doing!’ I love the way she places supports/​heated cushions in all the right places, it’s so comforting! She listens to what you’d like worked on and why and follows through. Not only are her techniques superb but the spa room is designed to be very relaxing. My husband loves that she gives tips on ways to help sore areas between massages. Highly recommend!

Fantastic massage by a warm, thoroughly knowledgeable, trained, caring professional. Rajam takes her time and you are welcome to discuss areas of concern. You are definitely not being rushed in and out of there, and the ‘office suite’ setting is very tastefully decorated and warmly inviting. Highly recommend her services and/​or buying gift certificates for friends and family!

This was the best massage I have ever had. Rajam has magic hands. I have soreness from previous surgeries, and Rajam used several different techniques, some that I had never heard of, to alleviate my pain. She is extremely knowledgeable, explains everything very well, answers questions and is very easy to talk to. Her office is very relaxing, and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for the best massage they can get.

Great massage! I haven’t had one this good in a long time. Rajam listens to all of your needs and massages to make sure the pain is gone and not just temporary. Her work lasts on for long time. Listens to all your needs and explains everything. I would recommend to all. A+

I’ve received many massages over the years and I can say that Rajam is excellent. I needed someone to relieve this neck tightness that just wouldn’t go away. She was specific in her work of the area, which I appreciate. Also she didn’t overwork the muscles. I would recommend her to anyone needing a massage with results! Oh, and I loved her fountains. The sound of water is so relaxing. You may need to schedule early. She gets booked out a ways.

Several of the clients that I train recommended Rajam. I went for a specific neck issue. I have had many massage therapists in the past years, but Rajam is by far the best. She is very knowledgeable, very caring, and has the perfect touch. I love her work space. It is very peaceful and comfortable. I recommend her highly. My clients will always mention when they are going to see Rajam and are always very happy before and after their therapy. She is a very talented therapist.

Rajam is a fantastic massage therapist who is extremely knowledgeable, professional and caring. I first went to see her for a body wrap and massage combination when I was experiencing the grief of a significant loss. I was so impressed that I’m now a regular massage client. She is a very special practitioner. She’s also very busy, but makes every effort to accommodate clients.

Fantastic massage! I had a series of prenatal massages and enjoyed all of them. She helped work through all my knots and helped me to relax! Rajam not only becomes your go to massage therapist, but she treats you like a friend as well and always gives you the personal touch!

As well as being a skincare professional, I’m also a massage therapist, so I know a little about massage. I’ve had many massages by many therapists, and Rajam is hands down the best!
I initially went to her for back spasm issues that I just couldn’t get under control with exercise, chiropractic and massage therapy. Her website listed credentials that impressed me, so I decided to give it a shot. For the first time in over a year, I could function without fear of spasm or burning pain.
One reviewer knocked Rajam for her lack of personality and business practice. I got to know Rajam during my appointments and found her to be professional, funny, honest, down-​to-​earth, and fabulous. She knows what she’s doing and loves what she does. What you see and feel in her practice is truly her, not a robot :-)

I met Rajam earlier this year and as of this moment, have received 14 90-​minute massages from her.
Based on my experience, I feel that Rajam is one of the most professional, educated and effective bodywork practitioners that I’ve met in San Diego. She’s efficient, always on-​time and has exceptional communication skills.
We all know there are 100s if not 1000s of HHPs and LMTs in San Diego. I’ve probably met 20 of them and worked with about 10 of them. All things considered, Rajam currently ranks as #1 based on my experiences.
She runs a tight ship and has a solid practice. Furthermore, she’s cordial and approachable. A lot of professionals in SD could learn a lot from Rajam on how to run a business.
Results: she provides both exceptional bodywork as well as tips on how to «heal thy self.» She’s even got a monthly newsletter. Nice!

First let me start out that I myself do bodywork professionally. I love bodywork I’m continually amazed at what bodywork is able to do for people, increased health more self awareness, personal growth ect.
I found Rajam on line from the
website. I called her up and asked what the price would be for a two hour session (I tend to like longer session because it allows me to go deeper.) Rajam informed me that she doesn’t offer two hour sessions only 90 minutes because you can do anything you want to do in 90 minutes that you can do in 120 minutes. Well I didn’t really buy that but I decided in the interest of science to give shot.
When I first showed up to Rajam’s studio I let her know that I do bodywork professionally also, she nodded her head in acknowledgement then went through her list of policies such as give 24 hour notice cancellation.
The whole experience for me was almost like how to stay within the lines and have a successful massage therapy practice. It appeared that Rajam had read «How to build your massage practice» and faithfully replicated every suggestion of the book such as:
1. Have large fountain with running water, check
2. Flowing wispy ceiling treatments, check
3. Sit you down before session tell you she’s working with a Pilates instructor, cross marketing, check
4. Enya playing in the background, check
5. Have website promoting self, check
Don’t get me wrong these are good things to have and many therapists myself included would benefit from implementing some or all of them. The problem for me is that it just feels a little too formulaic instead of the free flow style that I prefer.
The work itself
This is where the rubber hits the road sort of speak, exactly how was the session. The best way I could describe it was stay within the lines the lines are your friend, and if there aren’t lines lets make some.
The first thing I noticed was that the table was too hot for mre, I run a little hot anyway so I asked her to turn it down she did. Then I noticed that the drape was a double drape. What the heck is this thing on me I felt like I was an adult male be swaddled. I asked Rajam what was it and she said it was a queen sheet double folded because people ‘felt safer’ in it. I don’t know about other people but I just felt hot and swaddled. I’ve been draped in Sarongs, towels you name it, but this is the first time I’ve been double bagged if you will.
The work itself was good, but somehow I just got the feeling that I was experiencing techniques (although well executed) that she had learned at a weekend seminar and hadn’t quite integrated and made her own.
‘Jason move up off the table hang your head let me stretch you’ Ok great now turn on your side, hold it. Did you know your Trapezius is tight?
Yes thats why I’m here’
Its almost like Rajam was hiding behind the techniques and not letting herself flow. What was maddeningly frustrating was that I would get glimpses of brilliance a stroke here or there, or a move that was absolutely her and right on. Then it was almost like Rajam realized that she was straying from a preset formula or technique and she would snap back and stay within the lines, the lines are your friend. And I would suddenly experience not Rajam but some technique say from Jeff Barnes that was good, but wasn’t coming from Rajam.
Don’t get me wrong Rajam is good and you’ll probably like her as a person and appreciate her good techniques and her staying within the lines, but unfortunately the lines don’t include Rajam being and expressing who she truly is. And that is what separates the good bodyworkers from the truly great ones.
Jason