Kanique Miree
Recovery Specialist · Travel MT · Licensed Therapist #19142
Writing the
Next Chapter
of Your Strength
Cupping Therapy · Lymphatic Drainage · TMJ Therapy
Ages 10 to Pro. From recovery to peak performance.
Duke Sports Science
Institute
Sports Performance
The DSSI Clinic
"Closing the Gap between potential and performance."
A dedicated partnership bringing elite-level recovery and sports performance science together. Kanique's work at the K Lab embodies the mission of the Duke Sports Science Institute — bridging the space between where athletes are and where they're meant to be.
Our Services
Three Ways to Heal
Medical & Therapeutic Massage
Kneaded Massage
Medical massage, therapeutic massage, cupping, foot care, and Bach Flower treatment.
The Foundation
The foundational manual therapy and bodywork practice — rooted in Cary, North Carolina.
The Focus
Built for adult clients navigating chronic, debilitating pain and repetitive-movement restrictions.
The Vibe
Traditional therapeutic recovery meets precise medical massage — made for everyday people, desk workers, and active individuals who haven't found sustainable relief elsewhere and need dedicated, deep myofascial and structural work to move without discomfort.
Invest in the Investment
KneadDat Sports
Ages 10 to Pro. MS/HS athletes · D1 & Semi-Pro · Professional Athletes. Sport-specific recovery for every level.
The Edge
This is the highly specialized, high-intensity athletic performance branch of the practice.
The Focus
It centers around injury prevention and intensive maintenance for high-caliber youth athletes (starting as young as 10 years old), as well as collegiate, celebrity, and professional sports players.
The Vibe
This arm heavily integrates active functional methods like specialized cupping therapy (used in roughly 90% of sessions), intensive trigger point work, and passive stretch sequencing. The goal here isn't just relieving pain; it is proactively optimizing movement patterns, teaching young athletes how to manage their physical longevity early, and keeping elite competitors in peak performance condition.
Sports Travel · Team Recovery
KneadDat Recovery
AAU Teams · College Programs · Pro Players. Kanique travels to you — wherever the game takes your team.
The Clinic
This represents the comprehensive, full-scale clinic concept where the different modalities converge under one roof.
The Focus
Rather than just a single treatment room for manual massage, this is the expanded, multi-service environment.
The Vibe
It is built to bridge the gap between structural bodywork and holistic athletic physical maintenance. It brings together high-intensity therapy (like the specialized sports massage and cupping) with advanced passive stretch therapy protocols (often collaborating with stretch coaches like Daniel) and mechanical modalities like pneumatic dynamic compression recovery boots. It operates less like a standard spa and more like a high-end athletic training and muscle reset facility.
The Modality Lab
Specialized Treatments
How They Work Together
1. Red Light
Reduces inflammation and primes the cell's energy levels.
2. NMT
Turns off neurological trigger points and resets muscle firing patterns.
3. Cupping
Lifts and decompresses the fascia, letting the reset muscle glide and use the new blood flow.
This triad is exactly why your treatments deliver immediate, high-performance athletic maintenance and sustainable structural relief.
Red Light Therapy
You often lead with or integrate red light and near-infrared light therapy to prime the tissue. Red light penetrates the skin to reach deep muscle tissue, stimulating the mitochondria (the powerhouses of your cells) to increase ATP production. This boosts cellular energy, kicks cellular repair into overdrive, and lowers underlying inflammation.
- Primes tissue before hands-on treatment
- Softens hypertonic (overly tight) muscle fibers
- Increases local blood flow to target zones
- Reduces overall pain sensitivity of the nervous system
The Journey
Meet the Founder
Owner & Operator
Kaniq Miree
Recovery Specialist · LMBT
Kanique Miree is a professional sports recovery specialist and Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist (LMBT) based in Cary, North Carolina. She owns and operates KNEADDAT — a sports-massage-based practice built around one belief: deep, functional bodywork that moves beyond standard relaxation to actively reset and restore intense physical tension.
"When my clients come to see me, they know they are leaving out a different person."
The Focus
Therapeutic muscle therapy, high-intensity athletic maintenance, post-injury recovery, and chronic pain relief.
The Toolkit
Cupping therapy, deep stretching, neuromuscular therapy (NMT), and trigger point therapy.
The Movement Archive
Feel the Transformation
A glimpse into the transformative power of recovery — from cupping sessions to community events.
Recovery Session
KneadDat Recovery — In Action
Our Story
A Moment in Stillness
Follow @kneaddatrecovery on Instagram for more treatment videos and tips.
News & Events
Community in Motion
Past highlights and upcoming events. Building a supportive community where healing thrives.
Back to School Special
As the new season kicks off, Kneaddat Recovery is here to keep students, athletes, and educators at peak form. Dedicated recovery, specialized rates, and the ultimate combo — all season long.
Student Athletes
Keep your performance and recovery at peak level as the new season kicks off.
Educators Special
Dedicated relief for the teachers heading back to the classroom.
The Combo
$125Available to anyone looking for a complete reset and recovery — a stretch and massage combo designed for full-body renewal.
Our Timetable
Fit + Flow at Fenton
Recovery Corner
Catch Kanique (Recovery Specialist) and Daniel (Stretch Therapist) at the Fit + Wellness Fest. Find your recovery kneads here — it's a vibe!
On Site
- Massage Sessions
- Assisted Stretch
- Cupping Demos — safe in-home recovery & self-care
Combine these services to get your ultimate recovery
Mommy & Me Reset and Recharge
A special community event bringing mothers and their little ones together for relaxation, bonding, and holistic wellness. Featuring gentle massage techniques, guided relaxation, and a supportive space for rest and renewal.
Let's Connect
Your Story Matters
If you or someone you know is on this journey, let's connect. I'm here to help you write the next chapter. Let's spread hope and healing together.
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