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y the time Nikki Jackson was thirteen, she had already discovered her passion. She wanted to help people for the rest of her life, and she knew how she would do it. Members of her family had always benefitted from her healing touch when they were in pain. But it started when her grandmother began suffering from leg cramps and Jackson offered her a massage. When the leg cramps had completely subsided within a week, she knew she had found her calling. After graduating with distinction from Georgia Military College with a degree in Pre-Nursing, she attended the Sarasota School of Massage Therapy and studied to be a Masters-level Medical Massage Therapist. “I also studied sports massage, neuromuscular massage, myoskeletal
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massage, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, lower back and sciatic massage and all things therapeutic,” she explains. When she graduated, Jackson worked at a local chiropractor’s office while practicing at spas and salons on the side. But eleven years ago, she decided to form her own full-time practice with the clever and charming title of Under My Thumb. As the sole proprietor since the beginning, Jackson enjoys serving men and women of all ages with all types of massages, but has a consistent clientele consisting of athletes. seniors, and people with work-related tension. “I stay consistently busy and have a good following,” she offers. “Most of my customers are referred through word of mouth.” When asked why she loves her
job so much, Nikki replied she simply likes “helping people feel better and taking away their pain.” She continued, “Everyone’s always happy to see me and happy when they leave, and that’s a good feeling. Not every job is like that.” In the outdoorsy and athleticcentered community of Plant City, wellness could not be more important. Promoting good quality of life and in turn yielding healthy, fit citizens is essential. Under My Thumb stands out from other massage clinics because of the care, compassion and extensive 20 years of experience. The business is also frequently involved with Chamber of Commerce events and enjoys donating to a variety of causes when the need arises. Jackson and her husband also run a DJ business, Kustom Karaoke and
DJ Service. They DJ private and public events, the most recent being Plant City’s “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles” venue. Along with that, both are certified instructors for firearm safety training, which they teach at The Range (behind Buddy Freddy’s). Clearly, she loves being involved in the community and has a wide range of skills to offer it. Under My Thumb works on a “by appointment only” basis and those can be made by calling (813) 477-7978. The office is located at 110 W. Reynolds St., Suite 217. For additional information, visit www.undermythumbfl.com.
Under My Thumb
110 W. Reynolds St., Suite 217 Plant City, FL 813-477-7978 www.undermythumb.com Hours by appointment only