Saldivar Massage and Bodywork

Saldivar Massage and Bodywork Ryan Saldivar, LMT was born and raised in Oakland, California. "Growing up I was a surfer and I broke my back in a bad surfing accident.

BODY-SCULPTING: NON-INVASIVE FAT REDUCTION
PAIN MANAGEMENT: SPINE AND JOINT THERAPY


SERVICES:
Massage $120 per hour

$180 for 90 minute

$400 for 4 pack of 60 minute massages

M. That experience gave me a keen interest in rehabilitative therapies at a young age." At 20 years old, Ryan began a yearlong apprenticeship with Doctor of Chiropractic medicine, Khorosh Shakiri. "At that time you o

nly needed a 100 hour course to practice massage in Oakland, so a years worth of study was more than enough to be licensed." In 2004 Ryan successfully completed a 750-hour massage therapy certification course at the National Holistic Institute, to become a Nationally Board Certified Massage Therapist. NHI is known as one of the toughest massage therapy schools in California, with a strong emphasis on Medical Massage. That same year he pursued a 650-hour course with the International Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association to become a Certified Yoga Instructor. "Showing my clients individualized exercises and stretches that they can do on their own empowers them to take the healing process into their own hands." Since becoming certified as a massage therapist and yoga instructor Ryan has completed over 1,500 hours of continuing education while working on a Bachelors of Science Degree in Integrative Health. At the same time Ryan is working on all requirements to be accepted into a School of Medicine. "In my journey to become an allopathic doctor, I have spent countless hours studying holistic medicine." Ryan became a Registered Massage Therapy Instructor in 2007 and began teaching at Pima Medical Institute, Northern New Mexico College, as well as independently. He is well versed in all styles of massage and has taught years of courses on the following subjects: Anatomy and Physiology, Condition Specific Massage, Elderly Care, Kinesiology, Lymphatic Drainage, MyoFascial Release, Pregnancy Massage, Shiatsu and Acupressure, Spa Treatments, Sports Massage, and Swedish massage. "I love teaching massage therapy because I can make sure that the next generation of massage therapists will be trained in working on common injuries. In the pain management setting I find Shiatsu and MyoFascial Release to be the most beneficial, however I am able to customize treatment for massage in any modality that I teach to suit a client’s preferences and health needs."

There is so much more to chiropractic than treating pain.
08/15/2025

There is so much more to chiropractic than treating pain.

I just finished a shift shadowing an MD that does Platelet injections, and stem cells for non-surgical orthopedics. He a...
08/13/2025

I just finished a shift shadowing an MD that does Platelet injections, and stem cells for non-surgical orthopedics. He also uses the shockwave just like I do. It was a great learning experience. As doctors we need to respect each other and learn from each others expertise.

Loving the sunset walks at our new condo. It’s so nice to live in a waterfront property.
08/13/2025

Loving the sunset walks at our new condo. It’s so nice to live in a waterfront property.

Been taking some light reading lately…. We will see how my knowledge measures up! #
07/19/2025

Been taking some light reading lately…. We will see how my knowledge measures up! #

For ten years I have been married to this sweet angel Anitta. ❤️💗🌺⭐️🔥🔥🌺💕🎉🎊
07/16/2025

For ten years I have been married to this sweet angel Anitta. ❤️💗🌺⭐️🔥🔥🌺💕🎉🎊

Dude ate 70 hot dogs in ten minutes. Happy Fourth of July! Merika!!! 🇺🇸🏈🌭🌭🌭🌭🌭🌭🌭
07/04/2025

Dude ate 70 hot dogs in ten minutes. Happy Fourth of July! Merika!!! 🇺🇸🏈🌭🌭🌭🌭🌭🌭🌭

🔥 The Power Duo: Chiropractic + Shockwave Therapy 🔥By Dr. M. Ryan Saldivar, DC | 3 Waves Clinic, BerkeleyChronic pain of...
06/20/2025

🔥 The Power Duo: Chiropractic + Shockwave Therapy 🔥
By Dr. M. Ryan Saldivar, DC | 3 Waves Clinic, Berkeley

Chronic pain often lingers long after an injury—not because the body didn’t try to heal, but because scar tissue formed in a way that shortens, tightens, and locks in dysfunctional movement patterns.

This is where Shockwave Therapy + Chiropractic work together beautifully.

💥 Shockwave Therapy breaks up dense scar tissue, restores blood flow, lowers inflammation, and stimulates collagen production to accelerate healing in stubborn muscles, ligaments, and tendons.

🌊 Chiropractic care then restores alignment to the spine—the command center of your nervous system—so those healing signals can actually reach the tissues without interference.

When used together, these therapies:
✅ Unwind deep myofascial adhesions
✅ Improve oxygen and nutrient absorption in muscles
✅ Reboot your nervous system
✅ Reduce pain and stiffness
✅ Support long-term mobility and performance

Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, surgery, or long-term compensation patterns, this integrative approach is a game-changer.

Your spine is central. Your fascia is the network. Let’s get both aligned and activated so you can live pain-free and perform at your highest level.

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📍 Berkeley, CA | 3 Waves Clinic
🔗 Book with Dr. M. Ryan Saldivar today

💍 Finally, Massage & Chiropractic Got Married!At 3 Waves Clinic, we believe the best healing happens when relaxation mee...
06/20/2025

💍 Finally, Massage & Chiropractic Got Married!

At 3 Waves Clinic, we believe the best healing happens when relaxation meets alignment.

Massage is the soothing yin. Chiropractic is the structural yang. Together, they create a deeply restorative experience that’s blissful, powerful, and effective.

This isn’t your typical snap-and-go adjustment.
We start by calming your nervous system with focused bodywork, then apply precise chiropractic care—so your body can receive the work with less resistance and more ease.

✅ Less tension
✅ Better alignment
✅ Longer-lasting results
✅ A nervous system that feels supported—not shocked

Chiropractic should never be scary. It should be healing, harmonizing, and life-expanding.

If you’re ready to feel better, move better, and live longer with a higher quality of life, let us show you what happens when Massage & Chiropractic say “I do.” 💫

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🔗 Book your blissful adjustment now
📍3 Waves Clinic | Berkeley

Poor Prius driver ALMOST nailed that parking job. 😂😂😂😆
06/20/2025

Poor Prius driver ALMOST nailed that parking job. 😂😂😂😆

It’s my birthday!!! So happy for my life.
06/04/2025

It’s my birthday!!! So happy for my life.

Did you know that two common postural distortions—Upper Crossed Syndrome and Lower Crossed Syndrome—were first described...
05/19/2025

Did you know that two common postural distortions—Upper Crossed Syndrome and Lower Crossed Syndrome—were first described by Czech neurologist Dr. Vladimir Janda? These imbalances often develop from too much sitting and not enough balanced movement, and over time, they can accelerate joint degeneration and disc wear in the spine, especially as we age.

Upper Crossed Syndrome creates a forward head, rounded shoulders, and tight chest, while Lower Crossed Syndrome leads to weak glutes and abs, tight hip flexors, and an exaggerated low back curve. To combat these patterns, it’s crucial to strengthen weak muscles and stretch overactive ones. Focus on exercises like bench press to support the chest (in balance), deadlifts and rows to build postural back strength, and squats, yoga bridges, and lunges to activate glutes, hamstrings, and open the hips. Integrating yoga to improve mobility and balance can transform posture, prevent pain, and slow spinal aging.

Just having a nice time with my dear Anitta on the Sacramento River. Some romantic dinner watching the sunset over the w...
05/15/2025

Just having a nice time with my dear Anitta on the Sacramento River. Some romantic dinner watching the sunset over the water. So charming.

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