About The Therapist

About Daric D. Bass Sr., BCTMB

Orthopedic Massage Specialist, Pain Management Practitioner, Movement & Performance Recovery Expert

If you’re struggling with pain, limited mobility, or recurring injuries, you deserve more than a temporary fix. You deserve a specialist who understands how the body moves, heals, and performs. That’s where I come in.

With over 11 years of clinical and educational experience, I help active adults, athletes, and weekend warriors overcome pain and return to the activities they love. My approach blends orthopedic massage, manual therapy, and corrective movement strategies to address the root cause of dysfunction — not just the symptoms.

My career began as a Graduate Assistant Instructor and grew into roles as a Massage Therapist, Instructor, and Department Chair at Blue Cliff College of Massage. This foundation in both clinical practice and education shaped my commitment to excellence and evidence‑informed care. It also led to the honor of teaching Sports Massage at the 2023 American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio.

Clinical Expertise & Approach
I specialize in:
•     Orthopedic & Sports Massage
•     Pain management
•     Mobility restoration
•     Injury recovery
•     Performance optimization

One of my most meaningful success stories involved helping a client with severe knee mobility limitations regain full range of motion in just a few sessions — a powerful reminder of what targeted, skilled bodywork can achieve.

Credentials & Certifications
•     Board-Certified Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (BCTMB)
•     Certified Personal Trainer — ACSM & ACE
•     Strength & Conditioning Specialist — ISSA
•     Corrective Exercise Specialist — ISSA
•     Precision Nutrition Coach (Pn1)
•     Bachelor’s Degree — Troy University

I also serve as an active mentor within the AMTA community, helping guide the next generation of massage therapists.

Athlete & Performance Background

As an endurance athlete, I understand the demands placed on the body. My personal achievements include:
•     Completion of a 100K Ultramarathon
•     Top 500 finisher in the Crescent City Classic (5 of the last 7 years)
•     Qualification for the 2017 World Obstacle Race Championship
I’ve coached runners to achieve major accomplishments, including successful completions of the New York City Marathon and Chicago Marathon, and have supported athletes from the Steel Magnolias Triathlon Group, the Tulane University Cross Country Team, and the Lusher High School Soccer Team.

My Mission

Through expert manual therapy, movement‑based strategies, and a passion for recovery, I help people reduce pain, restore mobility, and perform at their best.
If you’re ready to move better, feel better, and reclaim your active lifestyle, I’m here to help.

Daric lent his voice to an article published in Massage Magazine, a National Massage publication.  His contribution is contained in Part Five of the series.  Check it out below.

 https://www.massagemag.com/voices-of-covid19/  

Essays from Massage Therapists on Meeting the Challenges of COVID-19 (massagemag.com)