The Garage Massage & Bodywork

I received 2 massages from Onnie. They were healing for both body and soul. My daughter-​in-​law received a massage from Bonita. She told me that it was the best massage that she had ever received.

my review is pretty much exactly what’s already been written. onnie was friendly and warm and the massage was simply amazing. i’ve never truly had that kind of deep tissue bodywork and wow — it was uncomfortable at times, but it’s worth it! i walked out feeling great.
the quality of care far exceeds the price. go to onnie; you will not regret it!

While training for my first ultra-​marathon, I was struck by sudden pain and tightness in my right calf about ½ through a tempo run. (In retrospect I could have used another day or two of recovery after my long run…) When it became clear that this wasn’t something that was going to take care of itself, and no amount of me trying to roller it out myself was going to make any progress, I found Onnie here on Unilocal.
I’d been to some of the more «spa» oriented places in town, and they’re always a bit more hit-​and-​miss when it comes to trying to deal with athletic problems as opposed to office induced stress. The other reviews made Onnie and «The Garage» (although it’s actually in a quite pleasant little office park) sound like a much better fit, and they were right.
The first visit was a big help, and got me so I could ease back out onto the trails, and by the second visit the calf problem was resolved. I credit the messages with helping to reduce the healing time and get my training back of track with minimal disruption. Beyond the therapy itself, Onnie really did a good job of being able to diagnose which muscle groups were interacting with others (e.g. how I was compensating for the calf pain). It’s really clear she knows what she’s doing, and is really helpful for athletes trying to get the most out of their training.
Oh, and as a result of not having to limp through it, I did pull off a 6^th place finish in my 1^st 100 km race… Thanks Onnie!

I had a great experience at the Garage Massage! «Why the name?» I asked Onnie. She explained that you take your car to a garage for a tune up, same with your body. Also she told me that she liked the concept of starting a business «out of a garage». The place, though hard to find, was very welcoming when you enter. Onnie was amazing. She listens to what you think you need and then works on the parts of your body that really need it! I’ve had a lot of spa massages, this is the first one that did «bodywork.» She also encourages you to breathe as she presses and manipulates. I felt great when I left and plan on going back!

Onnie is AMAZING. She is extremely insightful and has a magic touch. I’m bringing my mom and boyfriend to see her– she’s worth every penny :)

Last night, I found my place. I recently relocated to Cincinnati and am still figuring out where to go for what. And did I ever get lucky finding The Garage.
This place is no frills. Don’t expect cucumber water and wave-​crashing music. Do expect the most targeted, efficient, problem-​solving massage you’ll have. Ever.
I’ve been a fan of massage therapy for a while now, but usually looked to it for relaxation… Or, I’d cross my fingers my therapist would understand my body’s needs better than I could articulate them. In the past, I’d always write on my intake form that my neck/​shoulders were my problem area (I’m a desk jockey), but felt like that was the first or last stop on the body map and often was not as in depth as I’d hoped.
Never have I had a therapist so attune to my body’s needs as Onnie. She located each twisted, tangled, mangled muscle and began the unwinding with precision. To echo other reviewers, this does not come without some initial discomfort. I’ve never felt so at ease leaving my health/​well-​being in the hands of another person. I knew, though, that she would locate and tackle my problem areas– without my guidance (demands?). This girl knows her stuff.
I enjoyed chatting with Onnie (to the point I hope I wasn’t annoying). Just a great human being.
Immediately after leaving the office, my joints felt freer than they ever have. The knots and tight muscles are melting away. Great experience. I can’t wait to return.
Also, ONLINE BOOKING. YESSSSSSSSS!

Got a massage from Onnie a few days ago – it was great, really helped my back feel better. Thank you!

Great place, Onnie is wonderful! Highly recommend

What can I say, Onnie is awesome!
As a rugby player and an active CrossFitter, I’m prone to beating my body up in one way or another. Onnie is great at working out the issues and getting me back on the field and in the gym.
Most recently, I tweaked my lower back doing deadlifts in the gym and was in an excruciating amount of pain. I called Onnie and she offered to work on me with short notice. Not only did I get immediate relief from the pain I was experiencing, but it allowed me to get back in the gym in a few days. I’ve since had no lasting issues. This was nothing short of a miracle.
If you are looking for a massage therapist that listens and understands the needs of an athlete, look no further than Onnie & The Garage.

Onnie is a myofascial magician. I don’t usually seek help with my pain until it becomes debilitating. I have suffered from myofascial pain and fibromyalgia type pain for at least 20+ years. I have sought help through all corners of the medical community, to include doctors, pain clinics, hospitals, massage, chiropractic, and psychiatric care. Through my journey, I found a few things that actually helped. Number 1 for me is trigger-​point therapy. So, I have spent years working through the layers learning how to apply pressure and relax the knots out on my own. The past few months, I have been completely stuck and unable to work out issues in my neck and shoulders.
Enter Onalda, my myofascial mage.
In casual conversation, Onnie asked me how I’ve been… «Broken», I replied. «You should come up and let me squeeze on you.» Rather desperate, I obliged.
I have never felt anyone tune into my body so immediately. Almost instantly she started placing pressure in all the right spots, giving proper support below to allow gravity to do it’s job. During the process she also held my arms and neck in slightly different alignments while applying the amount of pressure that I could stomach. (I’m pretty sure she has 4 arms, but my eyes were closed) 1 by 1 the knots began to melt away.
Trigger-​point therapy is not pain free. Someone is placing pressure on knots of soft tissue/​muscle that will not come undone on their own. Even the slightest pressure on the proper spot can immediately make you feel all squishy inside (too technical?) and instantly nauseous. Referred pain is a bit nuts. For instance, pressure on a point in the side of your neck may cause a pulling in places like your chest, or maybe the opposite side shoulder-​blade.
Onnie’s techniques are the best that I personally have ever experienced. She never used more pressure than I could stomach. A few times even with just slight pressure, I thought I was close to going beyond what I could take. In the instant that I was about to say something, suddenly I would feel the knot run away from her touch and we’d be on to the next one… I can go on, but this is getting rather long.
I have a new ally in my fight against pain. More than that, I can see hope, knowing there will be an end. Knot by knot and layer by layer…
If you suffer from any type of myofascial pain, whether it’s an immediate sports injury or a lifetime of fibromyalgia symptoms, I encourage you to give Onnie a call today.

Amazing service!
I have been to the Garage several times and each time it confirms that I will be back again and again. I need deep tissue massages to bring my body back to feeling right. Onnie has a talent to find and fix what is not working right.
I feel so great after a massage at the Garage… though it’s the best thing for my body, it feels like a guilty pleasure.

The best torture I ever received…
I was traveling in Cincinnati when my back went out – bad. As soon as I finished my grueling plane trip and car ride, I Unilocaled The Garage to see if they could squeeze in and emergency patient. Onalda called me back almost immediately and even though she was not in the studio at the time, said she could be there within fifteen minutes, just for me.
Once I got there, well, wow. I have had deep tissue massages before, But, apparently, Onalda really, REALLY enjoys her work. Man, did she get in there. Deep. She knows her anatomy well, and went straight for the source of the pain. This was no «relaxing» massage. BUT – it was worth every single penny. I went in there with an «8» on the 1 – 10 pain score, and walked out at 3; maybe 2.5.
Given what I intuited as Onalda’s knowledge of the body, I would say she probably does an excellent relaxing massage as well. So if that is what you want, I’m sure she’ll do a great job. For those of you like me who worked out a little too hard or have some sort of muscular pain, do not look anywhere else. Call Onalda. She’ll fix you right up.

Had an amazing massage here today! Onnie is very talented. We talked a lot about the issues I’m having with my lower back due to a weight lifting injury. She was able to loosen up a very tight area that I’ve been struggling with for a long time. I will definitely be going back soon!

Just left the garage and the tune up was awesome! I haven’t been on the rack in a while and I was wayy overdue! Onalda got me back up in running within 60 minutes! This place is definitely athletic compliant. It was a great experience… Rescheduling ASAP.

I can not tell you how happy I am that I found this place. Onnie has magic hands and literally fixed my back! I have never really had lots of back problems. I tweaked my lower back on a squat machine at the gym. The pain was unbearable! Onnie did a full evaluation and put humpty dumpty back together again! If you train or are involved in sports, have her pull out your hamstrings. It was amazing the difference. I will be back for sure!

I had my first massage here today and was quite impressed. The Garage is tucked away in a little office complex in the heart of Madeira. There was plenty of parking available which I am a huge fan of.
The lobby/​intake area is very relaxing. It is well designed and very inviting. I filled out a short history and remarks about my goals for the massage and my trouble areas.
Onnie my therapist was very friendly and professional. She briefly filled me in on her professional background and confirmed the type of massage I had signed up for was going to meet my needs (I never really know which one to pick!).
The massage room itself is comfortable and has appropriate lighting. The music played was a little more upbeat than the standard meditation-​like music commonly played with massages which was a nice change. Onnie was very thorough in my massage. She had a logical flow and used multiple trigger points and techniques to relax my back and neck which had been hurting for a few weeks (due to hunching over a computer). I usually leave a massage with some residual tension which was not the case with this massage. Onnie put in serious work to get my muscles back in working order. I think the name «Garage» is very appropriate as at least for now some of my muscular problems have been «fixed». I will definitely be back– and soon.

I enjoyed the whole process of getting a massage at The Garage. I made my appointment online and received email confirmation. When I arrived I was welcomed into a very serene and inviting place. Onnie was my massage therapist. I must say this was the best massage I have ever had. I’ve already re-​booked for the third time. Onnie made my appointments very personal and her availability is really flexible based on my needs. I found The Garage to provide a much better massage/​service for a better cost than some of the other places in town.