In support of the Arthritis Foundation, 19 Puget Sound area Massage Envy locations — including the Redmond Massage Envy center located at 17214 Redmond Way — will host “Healing Hands for Arthritis” on Oct. 12 (World Arthritis Day) to help raise awareness of those affected by arthritis.

“Most of us know at least one individual, young or old, impacted by arthritis. There’s no better way to give back than to treat yourself, a friend or family member to a relaxing and rejuvenating massage or facial,” said Redmond Massage Envy owner Rick Davis. “This is our way of helping to fight a disease that affects 50 million Americans and is our nation’s most common cause of disability.”

Healing Hands is an annual, one-day event hosted by Massage Envy benefiting the largest national nonprofit organization solely dedicated to the prevention, control and cure of arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability. In addition, Massage Envy is a national sponsor of the Arthritis Foundation’s 200 Arthritis Walk events.

As part of the one-day nationwide fundraising event, Massage Envy will donate $10 from each one-hour therapeutic massage session or facial session to the Arthritis Foundation. Monetary donations will also be accepted Oct. 12. Additionally, Murad, Massage Envy’s skin care partner, will donate 10 percent of all product sales at Massage Envy locations during the event to the Arthritis Foundation.

The event is open to the public and requires an appointment. Reservations are currently being accepted. For reservations, contact the Redmond Massage Envy location at (425) 558-9399 or visit www.MassageEnvy.com.