Abstract: This invention comprises a hand held device for deep tissue massage and/or for augmenting lymphatic drainage which also utilizes negative ionic therapy, having a tool part with a head end of a preselected shape that is removably attached to a handle part. The handle part has an ergonomic, substantially oval shape of a predetermined diameter and thickness. The device further has a negative ion emitting surface covering at least a portion of the tool part or the handle part. A method of deep tissue massage and negative ionic therapy is also provided.