This massage salon is a hidden retreat here on Melrose, at the corner of King's Road. The specialty here is Cariño massage, a style based on ancient Central American Papil and Mayan Indian traditions. The massage involves circular motion and integrated breathing, with constant contact throughout the session. Certified massage therapist Johnny Ray Nelson developed the technique after experiencing life-threatening injuries in 2003 when an airplane crashed into his apartment building. It was during his rehabilitation in El Salvador by a traditional healer that Nelson developed the idea of the Cariño Massage technique. The private studio is relaxing and comfortable, with an adjoining studio available for small gatherings, like yoga classes.