Great little place. Friendly staff and never crowded. I've been 3 times for a massage with Emily and she's fantastic!

The massage I look for is so specific and rare, and I genuinely feel grateful to have found the Knot Detective. I've been seeing Alex and his work is the perfect mix of pressure, intuitive touch, knowledge, care, and commitment. If you have a persistent issue or knot, Alex is the guy. He'll make you feel better and also explain what's going on- so you can help yourself feel better as well. Can't say enough good things about my experience. read more

Quality care, attention to needs, professional and personalized experience. They focus on pain points even if you don't think that's the source. Very knowledgeable read more

A massage connoisseur friend highly recommended Knot Detective as we are both heavily invested in our physical recovery. Upon viewing their website, I was pleasantly surprised by the unique offerings, the prices, and their playful disposition. After investigating reviews and therapist backgrounds, I booked a 90 minute massage with Rynice. There was zero wait time, as I arrive one minute late, and Rynice took me back to the massage room immediately. I uploaded all of my structural and muscular issues to her and she got to work. She offered music selection, bed temperature, and overall was accommodating and communicative. She spent just the right amount of time on my trouble areas and even identified some other areas that needed attention. While I thought I knew what was up with a particular area, she helped bring a whole new level of awareness to what was ACTUALLY going on and even offered a couple of rehab exercise suggestions. I left so relaxed, feeling aware, and with a greater sense of empowerment and knowledge to rehabilitate my ding dang shoulder. I've already booked my second massage. This time for two hours :) I also booked a highly sought after yin yoga with massage session. I will also keep my eyes on the schedule for a massage roulette session! LOVE KNOT DETECTIVE! read more

Weekly massages really help me manage my chronically tense neck & shoulders, so I have seen hundreds of massage therapists over the years and across the country. Katie is a healer truly in a class of her own. She has an innate understanding of the human body and will educate you on any ways you may be holding yourself that create pain patterns. Trust me - allow her to do her own thing instead of pinpointing where to go. She found issues far from my neck that were impacting my entire posture and neck, which are thankfully much better in her capable hands. Her entire staff is top tier and I also find extreme value in the service offered for the price. I have finally found my Austin massage home and would recommend Katie and Knot Detective to anyone suffering with pain & tension or looking to relax!! read more

I drove by Knot Detective for a year after I moved here not realizing what it was. When I googled "massage near me" it came up as the closest. So, I called and made an appointment. For the past two years, I've been going regularlyI've now had a massage from almost every one who works there and I have come away with knots gone - and I am really, really good at creating knots! I love: + the atmosphere + the therapists who listen and address your stated needs + the sound tracks for massage that vary with each therapist + online scheduling + choice of length of massage + extraordinary value for massage When I moved here, I thought I'd never be able to find someone as good as my massage therapist I'd had for almost 20 years. Now, I've found a bunch at Knot Detective. read more

It's all about Dalanda. I typically have a tough time relaxing enough to handle trigger point therapy so I usually just get Swedish at other places. Truth is after the past few massages at The Knot Detective I've had I'm now able to get so relaxed that after the last one I needed some time to come back to Earth after the last massage. Dalanda has released tension in my psoas (a spot that many therapists won't even go near), neck, shoulders, forearms, and hamstrings so far and I'll keep going back. Dalanda understands muscles and fascia really well. I've worked for years to release the fascia in my hamstrings on foam rollers and never got anywhere. In one massage she focused some time on hamstrings and some huge knots, probably years old, released. With other therapists I think it would have been extremely uncomfortable but she took the time to ease in to those knots and open the door for me so I could let them go. I also like that Dalanda doesn't make me listen to spa music. She plays nice soothing music but without any running water sounds or pan flutes or singing bowls. That music can be OK but it's never something I would choose to listen to on my own so I appreciate hearing regular music. She's offered aromatherapy each time I've been there and I like the options, my favorite so far is tangerine+patchouli which I would never have thought to try but it's so soothing. I liked the frankincense blend too. I think she has a lot of other options but those are the two I've tried so far. About The Knot Detective: I like the space - it is in a small office building but when I'm inside I feel like I'm at someone's house. They have a lot of therapists and days/times to get massages so if you think you're difficult to schedule you might want to give them a try. I think they offer a lot of other modalities besides trigger point too, check out their website to see if they have what you are looking for. Rates: $95 for 90 minutes is an excellent value for a therapeutic massage, especially the kind with lasting results. I don't yelp often so when I do: I really mean it. Highly recommended. read more

I made a last minute appointment for a full-body massage with Michele today and it was just what I needed! I'll definitely be back!!

I really like the professional yet relaxed atmosphere at The Knot Detective. Michele Caldwell is an amazing massage therapist. The massage rooms are clean, comfortable, and tastefully decorated. The ambience of this place is great. Did I mention Michele? She can work knots out like no massage therapist I have ever seen. She treats each client as if they are her only appointment of the day. I seriously cannot imaging how she can put this much energy into every massage. Wonderful place and marvelous therapist. Oh, and the price is right. Check it out! read more

This was the BEST massage I have ever had! I had been stressed out for the past six months and was over due for a massage. I try to go every six months just to get everything worked out. I am new to the Austin area so decided it was time to look for a new massage therapist. Scheduling an appointment online was so easy. I was so pleased with the location and the friendly staff. Rynice was amazing! It's like she understood my body in ways that I didn't even understand it. I was so satisfied that I scheduled my next appointment and got a gift card for my boyfriend to go! I am used to paying $85-$130 for an hour massages. At Knot Detectives it was $65 (not including tip) for an hour and made the other massages seem like they were just a back rub! read more

we had just moved to Austin and were in need of a good place to help work out the kinks/knots of the move. we found knot detective through some research for trigger point therapy and made an appt. I could not have been more happy with the treatment. Katie was the owner and she has a lot of experience on getting the kinks out. She is phenomenal. we really enjoyed our massages and plan on getting more. you should also. Happy New Year all read more

Excellent therapeutic deep tissue massage every time I go. Knot Detective is about exactly what they say - finding and addressing the source of pain. read more

Saturday morning I had enough of a crippling back pain I had been plagued with for two weeks. I was unable to bend over, tie my shoes, pet my dog, or lift anything. I didn't have luck the last time I went for a massage at another place for similar pain, so hunted around via Yelp. Knot Detective is right down the road from my new place and Katie had excellent reviews. I booked with cautious optimism...actually really skepticism. The last girl left me bruised and feeling worse than when I walked in so I thought I was in for the same regret. However, Katie is pure unicorn magic. I love that she reviewed the online form I filled out, as most places your left repeating the same info. I don't know what kind of massage I got or her type of technique but it was exactly what I needed. She worked the issue spots I told her about - glute, back, and scapula - through stretches, pulls, and pressure. She does this thing to make your muscles freak out then relax (same reaction as dry needling) which is exactly what I needed. She put my arm back in alignment and helped me stretch out the tightness. Katie has been at this location for 3 years and in the business for 13, after studying in Denver. The atmosphere was casual and open; Katie and I chatted and laughed throughout most of the session. She's smart, funny, and quirky. It's not your usual dark room with monks chanting but I came to appreciate that and Katie's warmth. I sit here two days after, able to bend over and pick up my pup, tie my shoes, and now able to sit without major discomfort with my back or IT band. I'm very happy with the improvements Katie was able to make and I look forward to another massage. read more

I went to Katie at the Knot Detective since she was located just down the street from where I live. I registered online and filled out a questionnaire about my massage therapy experiences and needs. Once I went in, this helped save time from filling out forms and Katie already knew what I was looking for. I had a kink in my shoulder blade area, and Katie worked that right now. I had a 1 hour session, but it felt longer than that! Which is awesome, because I had mainly gone to get massages at day spas... and after you fill out forms, talk to the massage therapist about what's going on with your body, change and get comfy, etc. - some of your massage time is gone, and you're left with the feeling: My massage is over already?! Not with Katie... It felt like the massage was a long time (not complaining) and my issue was alleviated. I will definitely be back for more massages with Katie (she has a frequent visitor punch card system!), and I highly recommend her to anyone who is having issues and needs massage therapy. read more

This clinic is getting even more awesome! They just added a new massage therapist named Chris Kimbrough. My husband tried her recently and said she's awesome! We're both very active, do a lot of cross training and running, and I found out she's a serious runner (as in, she shattered the Beer Mile World Record in 2014 and qualified for the Olympic Marathon Trials in 2007---Google it). Crazy! I can't wait to try her out, because she evidently has secret massage skills for running issues. On the other side of the spectrum, I brought my mom here because she had hip pain. She was afraid having someone work on it would hurt, but she ended up falling asleep on the massage table and waking up feeling better! Also, since I was waiting during my mom's hour session, the owner was super sweet and offered me some fresh coffee they just happened to make for the staff. read more

Katie is seriously a knot detective. She found knots that I didn't even know I had. The office is clean, easy to find, and she has amazing bed side manner. She made me feel very comfortable and clearly has experience working on athletes/very active people. She came highly recommended to me by one of my workout buddies and now I know why! If funds allowed, I would see her weekly :) On that note though, she is very very affordable, much more affordable than a spa and in my opinion she was way better than any massage therapist I have had at a spa. I can't wait to go back! Thanks Katie!! Jessica Schmerler read more

I have been getting massages from Katie for years. She is hands down the BEST in Austin. I send all of my friends and family to her to get fixed. As a competitive aerial dancer my body is constantly broken and always in pain. She keeps me moving & flexible and I absolutely couldn't live without her magic hands. ***UPDATE*** I recently had an acupuncture appointment with Brennan Quinn and I couldn't have been more amazed! He has a very unique technique of utilizing electric pulses through the acupuncture needle. It's INTENSE but it's GOOOOOOD! I had scheduled a massage with Katie for after my appointment and had to cancel it because my body was too relaxed!!! The next day during my flexibility practice I noticed a significant difference in how my body was moving.PURE MAGIC read more

Awesome place!!!! Barbara knows her stuff!! Very satisfied with my first visit here!!

Had to change massage providers recently so I tried Knot Detective and I was very impressed with Rynice. She listens to concerns and applies the right massage technique and pressure the first time! Will be a repeat customer! read more

Tamar is my go-to acupuncturist. I've consulted with a few others before working with any and she was by far the most knowledgeable and intuitive in my opinion. read more

I have tried a LOT of massage therapists over the years and Katie is one of the best! I just left from a massage and I feel like I am drunk. She has great anatomical knowledge and is skilled at working areas like the piriformis muscle where a lot of therapists struggle because it is a hard to get at muscle. Thank you so much, I will absolutely go back and refer friends. read more

Had another great acupuncture session with Tamar last Friday. I told her some current issues i was having with my recent breakouts being a top concern for me. She adjusted what we had been doing and before the session was even over my acne had started to lighten. Five days later and my chin is clearer than it has been in months. Amazing!!!! I look forward to my visits with Tamar and highly recommend her for anyone who is interested in acupuncture! read more

Katie is absolutely awesome! On time and super knowledgeable! Second visit today and I'll be back!

My husband and I have had the pleasure of having massages from Michelle for 5 years. I have always been reluctant to share her name in a review because she books out so quickly. :) Michelle recently moved to Knot Detective and we will continue getting massages from her though it will be a little bit of a drive for us. She is hands down, the BEST massage therapist and a wonderful person! Michelle is very conscientious and truly wants you to feel better after her massage. read more

Go see Barbara! She is truly a miracle worker. I have chronic headaches, and under her care the tension and headaches melt away! Her skill at massage is paralleled by her kindness and attentiveness to your needs and preferences, both before and during the massage. Her passion for her work is evident--I'm so glad I found her! read more

My name is Song Campbell and I have had at least 10 treatments from Tamar over the past few months and she is amazing. I had sciatica a couple weeks ago and she completely took care of it in 2 treatments. It has not come back and i feel great. Another time I had tripped and fell on my knee about 8 mo before I met Tamar. My knee hurt really bad and I had been limping around for all those months. I had my first session with her and when I walked out of Tamars office and I had no more pain in my knee. I will continue to go to Tamar and value her so much. read more

Great sports massage at Knot Detective. My Physical Therapist could notice a difference in my muscles the next day.

Katie works miracles with her hands. I was dealing with a shoulder injury for a little over a year. I tried chiropractors, physical therapists, cupping, dry needling, graston, and EMS therapy. None of which helped. I finally decided to see an orthopedic surgeon since I was in constant pain all day everyday. I got a couple of cortisone shots and those only provided temporary relief. At this point I was over the pain and was ready for surgery. I got an MRI and it showed I had a partially torn infraspinatus. They wanted to shave down a bone and move my bicep tendon down. I posted on FB that I was going to get surgery and someone recommended getting a specialized massage. So I did some research and came across Knot Detective. This was my last ditch effort before going through with surgery. The very next day after my first session I felt immediate relief. I couldn't believe it! Katie literally saved me from getting surgery. I've been back several times now and I'm almost 100% back to normal. I can't thank her enough and can't recommend her enough. I've had quite a few people ask me about my shoulder since they are dealing with injuries and without hesitation I recommend them to book an appointment with Knot Detective. I've already had a friend go through 1 session who was also dealing with an injury for over a year and he said he felt much better after the first session. He was no longer needing his pain pills. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

I had a massage with Katie at the advice of one of her long term clients. It was really great and I consider myself a massage connoisseur. Katie even accommodated me setting my appointment super early so I could meet with a new client. I really appreciate her taking care of my body and my business! I didn't realize I was so tense but I am so glad I went to see her before all the holiday family time. read more