A calm, softly lit treatment room at Novum Medical & Sports Massage in Tucson

About NovumMassage With a Purpose: Relief, Recovery, and Real Results

Every session has a goal. We work with people living with chronic pain, people recovering from an injury, athletes chasing their next personal best, and anyone ready to manage pain and stress for good.

Our Story: From Spa to Medical Massage Clinic

Novum began as a traditional massage spa. Over time, we saw what our clients needed most. Many came in for more than relaxation. They came because their back ached every morning, because an old injury still limited them, or because training had left their bodies tight and sore.

So we chose to grow with them.

Today, Novum is becoming a medical massage clinic. We built our approach around targeted, condition-specific care while keeping the warmth and comfort our clients have always loved. This change is a deliberate step toward what massage can be: a real, measurable part of your health and recovery.

Under the leadership of owner Lynda Gonzales, our team has grown to 17 practitioners. We are proud to serve Tucson from our office on North Oracle Road, and we look forward to growing further with a planned east side location.

Shelves of towels and massage supplies in the Novum studio

Our Mission

To help every person who walks through our doors live with less pain, move with more freedom, and recover with confidence.

We believe massage is a powerful tool for healing. Our mission is to deliver skilled, purposeful care that produces results you can feel, both on the table and in everyday life.

What We Value

  • Results over routine. Every session is shaped around your goals, whether that means easing chronic pain, healing from injury, or performing at your peak.
  • Skill and precision. Our therapists use focused techniques that address the root of tension and restriction.
  • Personalized care. No two bodies are the same, so no two treatment plans should be either.
  • Excellence you can trust. Our 5-star brand and reputation were built one client at a time, and we work to earn that trust in every session.
  • Accessibility. We accept many insurance plans and require no referral, so medical massage is within reach.

What Sets Us Apart

An Elite Team of Results-Driven Therapists

Our team is our greatest strength. Each therapist is highly skilled and focused on outcomes. They listen closely, assess thoughtfully, and use techniques matched to what your body needs.

A 5-Star Brand and Reputation

Our clients' trust is the foundation of everything we do. Our reputation reflects a steady commitment to quality, professionalism, and care. Read what clients say.

Medical-Based Massage With a Plan

Our 50-minute Medical Based Massage goes beyond a standard session. Through condition-specific treatment planning, we address chronic pain, injury, and limited mobility. Your plan may include:

  • Neuromuscular therapy
  • Trigger Point Therapy
  • Myofascial Release
  • Cross-Fiber Friction
  • Stretching and joint mobilization
  • Corrective stretching and assisted mobility

Built for Athletes and Active Lives

From weekend warriors to dedicated competitors, we help active people train harder and recover faster with:

  • Sports Massage and Sports Recovery Massage
  • Pre-event Massage to wake up muscles and improve flexibility
  • Post-event Massage to relax tired muscles and support recovery
  • Assisted Stretching to expand range of motion
  • Deep Tissue Massage for the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue

Gentle, Restorative Options

Healing doesn't always require deep pressure. We also offer:

  • 90-minute Lymphatic Drainage Massage to encourage the body's natural drainage of lymph
  • Craniosacral Therapy, a light-touch approach often used for headaches and neck and back tension
  • Swedish Massage and Effleurage for relaxation and circulation

Advanced Tools

Our therapists can add Cupping Therapy to improve blood flow and decompress tight tissue, helping you get more from every session.

Novum massage therapist preparing massage lotion before a session

Meet Our Team

Behind every great result is a great therapist. Our team of 17 practitioners, led by owner Lynda Gonzales, shares one commitment: helping you feel better, move better, and live better.

Each therapist brings focused skill and a results-first mindset to every session. Whether you're managing pain from a long-term condition, recovering from an injury, or preparing for your next competition, you'll be in capable and caring hands.

Full therapist profiles coming soon.

Your First Visit

  • Appointment only. We do not accept walk-ins, so every client gets our full attention.
  • Plan for about 60 minutes for your first visit.
  • No special requirements. Just bring yourself and your goals.
  • Consultations are available for a $50 fee.
  • Clients must be 20 or older.
  • Cancellation policy: We require 24 hours' notice. Late cancellations are charged the full service price.

Your Recovery Starts Here

Pain doesn't have to be your normal. Take the first step toward relief, recovery, and a body that works with you.

Call us: (928) 862-7793