Carlisle Bowen Works, in Mechanicsburg, now offers stretch therapy with licensed massage therapist Karen Gustafson, providing a gentle yet effective approach to pain relief, flexibility and relaxation. Designed for those seeking improved mobility, reduced discomfort or enhanced self-care, stretch therapy combines assisted stretching with therapeutic massage techniques.

Gustafson works with the body’s fascial system—the connective tissues supporting muscles, joints and organs—using both passive and active client participation to release tension, create space in the joints and restore balance. This whole-body approach can help prevent injury, reduce stress and improve sleep while supporting long-term physical function.

Sessions are conducted in loose, comfortable clothing and focus on increasing mobility while easing pain caused by repetitive movement, injury or restricted fascia. Unlike traditional stretching, which targets isolated muscles, this method addresses the interconnected nature of the body for more lasting results.