About Us

Lal Chand – LMBT #2520

As owner and operator of Athletic Edge, Lal has dedicated himself to making Athletic Edge THE PREMIER provider of sports massage in the triangle area. Graduating from Medical Arts Massage School in Raleigh, NC. in 2001, his hard work and experience have given him the opportunity to work some very elite athletes – Carolina Ballet, Ironman triathletes, UNC Football team, and Ultra Runners. His intensive training on the human anatomy has not only helped him treat his clients, but helped him recover from his own injuries.

Lal continues to expand his knowledge of the human anatomy, understanding holding patterns in the skeletal/muscular structures, and learning techniques that help prevent and speed the recovery from various injuries. His commitment is to continue to develop his skill as a therapist and to surround himself with other like-minded professionals.

Licensing & Certifications

  • North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy (NCBMBT) LMBT #2520

  • Aerobics & Fitness Association of America (AFAA) – Group Fitness Instructor

  • Bodyreading & Postural Assessment

  • Kinetic Massage: Massaging the Body in Motion

  • Advanced Concepts for Treating the Head, Neck, & Shoulders

Memberships

  • Associated Bodywork & Massage Professions (ABMP)

Cara Manville – LMBT #16971

Cara graduated with her Associates of Applied Science in Massage Therapy from Southeast Technical College in Winona, MN in 2016. Prior to moving to the Triangle Cara worked with clients aiding in injury recovery, pain management, overall maintenance and pre/post event massage. Cara has experience with a wide variety of clientele, providing massages to all ages including infants, the elderly, and everything in between. She excels at therapeutic deep tissue, trigger point, sports, and myofascial massage and is able to tailor sessions specifically to meet each clients’ needs. Caras’ in depth knowledge of anatomy and intuitive hands have allowed her to become a major factor in her clients’ wellbeing and goal attainment and she continues to strive for excellence to further her abilities.

Licensing & Certifications

  • North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy (NCBMBT) LMBT #16971

  • Detailed Approach to Low Back Pain

  • Advanced Deep Tissue Muscular Therapy Techniques: Shoulders & Knees

  • Understanding & Treating Four Common Rotator Cuff Injuries

  • Tuina: Chinese Massage & Bodywork

Memberships

  • Associated Bodywork & Massage Professions (ABMP)