Hands On Sports Therapy

Owner, Hands On Sports Therapy, West Des Moines, Iowa

For more than 25 years, Cindy McGuire has helped people move better, heal faster, and feel more at home in their bodies. Her clients currently range from 9 months to 93 years old. Her practice centers on junior athletes and people preparing for or recovering from orthopedic surgery, and her door is always open to anyone who simply wants to feel and move a little better.

Cindy's passion started when she was 12. As a competitive swimmer, she had a sports massage before a big meet and felt the difference right away. That moment shaped her life's work and the care she now gives every client.

Training and Expertise

Cindy earned her degree from the Ohio College of Massotherapy and studied under Doug Nelson of NMT Midwest, a leader in neuromuscular therapy. She continued her education at the Sports Massage Therapy Institute in California under Dr. Myk Hungerford, who introduced sports massage to the Olympics. Most recently, she traveled to London to study with researcher and clinical anatomist John Sharkey, then visited Dublin, Ireland, to observe his training facility.

Junior Athletes

Young athletes give their sport everything, and their growing bodies deserve thoughtful care. Cindy helps junior athletes ease muscle tightness, improve flexibility and range of motion, catch small imbalances before they become injuries, learn how to care for their bodies, and stay strong through busy seasons. Parents or guardians stay present for every session with athletes under 18.

Orthopedic Surgery Preparation and Recovery

Surgery is a big step, and good preparation can make recovery smoother. Cindy works with clients before surgery to improve mobility and ease tension in the surrounding muscles. After surgery, her sessions work alongside your physical therapy to reduce tightness, restore movement, and help you return to the activities you love. Together, you'll set clear goals and celebrate your progress along the way.

Everyday Care

You don't need to be an athlete to benefit from skilled, hands-on therapy. Whether you're dealing with stiffness from work, recovering from a weekend project, or just want to feel your best, Cindy brings the same care and attention to every session.

Personal Experience

A triathlete who has competed from sprint to Ironman distance, and who qualified for the World Championships in Modern Pentathlon for Team USA, Cindy knows training, injury, and recovery firsthand. She has also lived through multiple concussions, which gives her deep compassion for anyone facing a difficult recovery.

Cindy's mission is simple: to help every client, from 9 months to 93 years old, feel stronger, move freely, and live fully.