River Sound Massage is incredible. We were in town for vacation, and the staff was able to fit…read morethree of us in for last-minute massages. I had Zeke and he took the time to listen to my concerns & pain points. He even gave me some stretches and tips to stay relaxed and loose for the flight back home! I would highly recommend Zeke, and look forward to getting another massage at River Sound when we're on vacation again.

Khwan and Kelli were absolutely amazing. We went for a couples massage and our massages were so…read morepersonalized. My boyfriend struggles with a lot of back pain and Kelli did an amazing job of making sure that was addressed. I told Khwan I wasn't feeling well and she was so gentle and attentive. Very very impressed. We will definitely be back!

. I'm once again recommending massage therapy by Patti Evola. I have always had a very active…read morelifestyle and tend to get massage therapy monthly. I have now had 4 visits with Patti and she is fantastic. The quality of her work is allowing me to continue to be active as I age, decreasing the normal pain from sore and stiff muscles and greatly lessening my chronic back pain. She is located on the island and although new to oak island has decades of experience.

I see Tina about every two weeks for a massage. She is seriously a life saver! I have had so many…read moremassages in my life, and no one is as good as Tina. My back pain is pretty severe, and she is able to get me back to feeling great! She is not only the best massage therapist I have ever been to, but she is a wonderful person. I don't only physically feel amazing when I leave, but I mentally feel relaxed from the tranquil setting, and from Tina's beautiful vibe and energy. Look no further for a massage! This is the place! Also, Lorraine is the aesthetician at Carolina Massage and Pain Management. I received a facial from her and she is amazing! She is very thorough and knowledgeable. I'm always worried about getting a facial with someone new. She communicated everything she was doing and put me at ease immediately. Her workspace is clean, professional, inviting, and especially relaxing! My face was literally glowing afterward! This is establishment is seriously a one stop shop for your spa needs! -Courtney

This place is fantastic!!! The location itself is always clean and provides a tranquil environment…read more Ashley Milovitz was my masseuse and she addressed specific areas that have been causing me problems. Good to know that they can actually relieve my back and neck pain. I will keep going back. I would recommend this place to anyone!!!

Marie did an amazing job! The space was very relaxing with plenty of essential oil scents to choose…read morefrom. She was very informative about the process and I will definitely be booking her on my next stay in Ocean Isle Beach.

I highly recommend scheduling a massage appointment with Marie. In a nutshell, she has all the…read moreingredients needed for a great & relaxing massage: technique, skills, location, equipment, ambiance. Read on for the specifics. People & Listening Skills- Marie greeted me with a smile at the door and led me to the studio area, where I filled out a medical questionnaire. She then reviewed the form with me and asked questions about what kind of pressure I liked, areas to focus on, etc. Then she explained the order of the areas she would work on and asked if I had any questions. I felt very at ease with her from the moment she greeted me at the door. Equipment- She uses a high quality table, not a shaky, rickety one. The table is heated and even raises and lowers with foot pedals. She had hot towels for my back and also had essential oils available to mix with my choice of oil or lotion. I chose peppermint oil mixed with massage oil. I love the smell of peppermint, and it's not a girly smell for us guys who love a good massage. Also, the massage oil she used was good- it let her work my muscles without friction, but didn't leave a greasy residue afterwards. Ambiance- Her studio is quite large, and has an adjoining bathroom, if you need to use the facilities before your massage. The studio size doesn't affect the actual massage itself, but does add to the overall experience- you don't feel like you're in a closet which was converted to a massage studio as with other places you might go. Her studio had an elegant modern look, in my opinion. Location- She is located really close to Lowes Foods (grocery store). It doesn't get much more convenient than her location. It was only between 5 and 10 minutes from where we stayed at OIB. Massage Skills & Technique- All the other things mentioned so far only enhance a massage, but massage skills and technique is what it all comes down to. And let me tell you, Marie is super! I like very firm pressure to smooth out all the knots, but not so firm that it hurts, like with some deep tissue massages. She was able to give firm pressure without "pinching" my neck and shoulders, which I hate. It's almost like she could read my mind! I haven't had a lot of massages, but I've had enough to know what I like and what I don't and what to expect in a great massage. Everyone has their own style and techniques and Marie is top notch with hers. The next time we go to Ocean Isle Beach, I'm sure I'll be booking another appointment for both my wife and I with Marie!

Best pedicure experience ever! This is a small family owned salon and the service is excellent…read more They take their time with each customer and provide services in a friendl, professional manner. I chose the deluxe pedicure which included massage for lower legs and feet. I was very pleased with the time and effort put into the massage, very relaxing. The massage was followed by hot stones and towel wrap. If I lived closer to this salon it'd be my regular go to but I will definitely return when visiting OKI.

Just had a blissful much needed massage with Toni. I was stressed and tight she got out all my…read moreknots! I love Coming to her! She knows exactly what I need. She's so much fun and we have great tallks. Her room is warm and inviting too. I also got a bang trim from Brandy. They really are the best!

I love this little yoga studio! It's just a year old, but already becoming a staple in the…read morecommunity. I love that it is one big yoga room with NO mirrors. It helps with creating a calming and distraction free space. They have a bathroom and filtered water, safe to leave things in cubbies, blocks and bolsters and even some mats if you need to borrow one. Their schedule is varied throughout the week, including Hatha, sculpt, Hot vinyasa, slow flow and vinyasa. A highlight is they also have a physcial therapist and massage therapist within reach, so you can connect to either of those to help build your spiritual/emotional/mental health as well as physical. I'm excited to continue to come here and looking forward to the newest addition of their HOT style classes, where they use infrared heaters.

Went on a beautiful Wed morning for a mindfulness class while on vacation. Very clean, quiet, &…read morepeaceful ambiance. Was a great yoga class. Highly recommend.

Christy is just excellent! Best massage therapist I've ever had!!!! I can't say enough good things…read moreabout her!!!!

A few months ago, my regular massage therapist left town to be closer to where he lives. I asked…read morehim for a recommendation for a local (Southport/Oak Island) massage therapist. He recommended Christy Macklin @ Healing Waves Massage Therapy and mentioned that he went to her as well. I figured, who better to get a recommendation for a massage therapist than another great massage therapist!! Christy is very warm, welcoming, listens well and immediately puts you at ease. I really like a good deep tissue massage, and Christy is really one of the best. She is really gifted in this area. I felt relaxed and comfortable at all times. I plan on going back on a regular basis. I highly recommend Christy.