Larry is an experienced massage therapist at Massage Therapy Center in Palo Alto with more than three decades of experience in therapeutic bodywork. A 1993 graduate of the Body Therapy Center School of Massage, he received comprehensive training in Clinical Deep Tissue massage, Sports Massage, and Myofascial Release.

Larry’s work ranges from focused therapeutic massage for specific areas of muscle tension to relaxing full-body sessions. He draws from multiple techniques and tailors each massage to the client’s individual needs, activity level, areas of concern, and preferred pressure.

As a former All-American athlete and collegiate coach, Larry brings a particularly strong understanding of movement, physical performance, and the demands that sports and exercise place on the body. His background allows him to work effectively with athletes and active adults, as well as clients simply looking to ease persistent muscle tension, improve comfortable movement, or relax.

Larry believes that physical and mental well-being are closely connected. His approach combines skilled therapeutic bodywork with a calm, attentive presence, creating sessions that address the body while also providing an opportunity to slow down and recharge.

Outside of his massage practice, Larry enjoys exercising, reading, and, most of all, spending time with his wife, whom he met while studying at the Body Therapy Center.

Client Reviews:

“Had an excellent massage with Larry today. He has 30 years of experience and It was evident. I’ve gone to Massage Therapy for a long time and have had good experiences.”

★★★★★ Lynn M., Google Review

“Larry gave me an excellent deep tissue massage. He skillfully loosened up the tight muscles in my back and knee in a gentle way and recommended some actions I might take daily. I woke up to a healed back. I think I will go more often.”

★★★★★ Millie C., Google Review

“Larry was excellent and knew just how to unstick my stuck muscles and gave me examples of how I can do more streching for my arms and back. Thank you Larry!”

★★★★★ Terri D., , Google Review

“Wonderful massage with Larry….have to visit more often! so easy to book on line.”

★★★★★ Elizabeth, Google Review

“So happy with my session with Larry. I didn’t know what to expect but everything was professional and clean and the massage tailored to my aches/pains. He was well informed and the result was relief! I ended up buying a 4 pack of sessions!”

★★★★★ J J., Google Review

“OUCH! I came in with a problem, my neck locked up. I could hardly turn to the right or left. I even needed help lying down. Larry B., HEALING HANDS. One visit and he was able to calm my neck and shoulder muscles. I could even turn my head and the trobbing pain was gone. I even went straight out the door to a patio dinner on the California Street. I felt so much relief. THANKS LARRY !”

★★★★★ Elizabeth K., Yelp Review

“Larry hit all the right spots … as usual!” 

★★★★★ Raymond A., Google Review

“My experiences with therapist Larry are excellent. He asks good questions about any areas bothering me as well as any injuries. His credentials and years of experience are reassuring especially since I fractured two vertebrae and was nervous about returning for therapeutic massages. I give Larry 5 stars.” 

★★★★★ Jane R., Yelp Review

“I log about 200mi and 12,000ft on my bicycle every week. My muscles get very tense and no amount of stretching can help. Larry Boehm at Palo Alto Massage does an outstanding job in putting me back into shape to tackle the next epic Century ride”

★★★★★ Luigi P., Google Review

“This place is great, it gives off all the right vibes. Staff was friendly and helpful, and Larry was a great communicator and I could tell he was quite experienced. I’m grateful for the complimentary sauna, and will be coming back.”

★★★★★ Cody Hergenroeder, Google Review

“My legs can’t thank LARRY enough. I am a long-distance runner and am training for upcoming Santa Rosa Marathon and CIM. As a 40+ runner, I realized that my body simply is not able to recover quickly. My friend Stephanie recommended Palo Alto Massage Center and I am grateful for Larry’s help. He is super knowledge and experienced.”

★★★★★ Jing G., Wellness Living Review

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