Massage for Stress Relief in Lawrence, KS
Three massage styles that consistently lower cortisol, calm the nervous system, and help you sleep — chosen by a spa that sees a lot of finals-week tension.
Chronic stress is the most common reason Lawrence guests walk through our doors. KU finals, deadline cycles, parenting young kids, healthcare shifts, long commutes — it adds up, and the body keeps the score.
For pure stress relief, three services consistently work best: Swedish massage for full-body nervous-system reset, foot reflexology for deep parasympathetic calm, and head spa for the screen-fatigue / tension-headache combo that hits so many of our regulars.
Research is consistent: regular massage lowers cortisol, raises serotonin and dopamine, improves sleep quality, and reduces self-reported anxiety. The benefit compounds with frequency — once a month is a baseline, weekly during high-stress phases.
Ten Toes is open every day from 9am to 9:30pm — perfect for after-class, after-work, or after-shift sessions. Walk-ins welcome, and our VIP membership starts at $59/month.
Pricing
- Foot Reflexology · 30 min (quick reset)$35
- Swedish · 60 min$75
- Head Spa · 45 min$65
- Combo · 60 min$65
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which massage is best for anxiety?
- Swedish massage and foot reflexology are the two most-requested for anxiety. Both reliably activate the parasympathetic nervous system.
- How often should I come?
- Once a month is a baseline; weekly during exam season or high-stress phases. Our VIP membership makes weekly visits very affordable.
- Can a single session help that much?
- Yes — most guests report measurably better sleep the night of their first session. The cumulative benefits build over a few visits.
- Late hours?
- We're open until 9:30pm every day, including weekends.
Ready to feel better today?
3514 Clinton Parkway, Suite F · Lawrence, KS · Open daily 9am–9:30pm
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