MAXIMA BRIONES

Kissimmee / Orlando

Summary

Licensed Massage Therapist with extensive experience in therapeutic and medical massage focused on pain management, injury recovery, and functional mobility improvement. Expert in clinical documentation (SOAP notes) and treatment planning for patients with chronic pain, neuropathy, and musculoskeletal injuries. Recognized for an integrative approach combining deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy, and myofascial release to restore patient outcomes in high-volume clinical settings.

Work History

Licensed Massage Therapist

Therapeutic Massage Practice

Focus: Muscular Rehabilitation & Pain Reduction
Clinical Caseload: Successfully perform 30–40 sessions weekly while maintaining detailed clinical documentation and high patient retention.
Pathology Specialization: Provide targeted treatment for: Cervical and lumbar pain / Sciatic nerve irritation; Peripheral neuropathy and Fibromyalgia; Post-injury muscular restrictions and postural dysfunction.
Documentation: Maintain accurate SOAP notes to track patient progress, justify treatment plans, and ensure continuity of care within multidisciplinary teams.
Integrated Techniques: Utilize a range of modalities including Cross Fiber Friction, Joint Mobilization, and Neuromuscular Therapy to achieve functional goals.

Education

Associate Degree - Human Development

State of Florida

Skills

Clinical & Medical: Medical Massage, Pain Management, Clinical SOAP Notes, Patient Education, Treatment Planning
Therapeutic Techniques: Deep Tissue Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release (MFR), Trigger Point Therapy, Passive Stretching

Specialized Modalities: Cupping Therapy, Gua Sha / Wood Therapy, Hot Stone Therapy, Visceral Massage, Moist Heat Therapy

CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION EXEMPLAR (SOAP NOTE)

S: Patient reports persistent cervical pain (7/10), increasing to 8/10 with sitting. Radiation toward right scapula; stiffness and reduced ROM impacting sleep.
O: Hypertonicity in upper trapezius, levator scapulae, and rhomboids. Active trigger points in right upper trapezius with referral patterns. Restricted cervical motion.
A: Cervical/scapular dysfunction associated with postural strain. Muscle guarding and myofascial restrictions noted. Positive response to therapy.
P: Applied MFR, Deep Tissue, and Neuromuscular Therapy. Used Cupping and Hot Stones. Provided postural and stretching education.