Therapeutic Massage Services
Deep Tissue Massage
Method:
Firm pressure using long, deep strokes and kneading aiming for the deeper layers of connective tissue and muscle
Light stretching and traction, neuromuscular therapy, trigger point therapy, myofascial release therapy
Benefit:
Treats and relieves pain from strains and sprains
Increases joint mobility and reduces arthritic symptoms
Helps break up scar tissue
Can help lower blood pressure and improve overall circulation
Sports Massage (Pre/Post Event)
Method:
Kneading, skin rolling, vibration/tapotement, cross-fiber and linear friction
Compression, myofascial release therapy
Medium to deep pressure
Benefit:
Increases joint range of motion (ROM) and flexibility
Improves blood circulation to aid in muscle recovery and to assist in removal of metabolic waste
Reduces muscle tension and inflammation
Minimizes pain and greatly reduces the chance of injury
Swedish Massage
Method:
Light to medium pressure using broad tools (palm of hand, forearm, soft fists)
Linear/cross-fiber friction, gliding, and kneading
Gentle traction work
Benefit:
Reduces stress and relax
Assists pain management
Increases blood circulation
Stimulates serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin levels
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Method:
Slow, gentle, light, and rhythmic pressure
Rhythmic movements and isolated compression on lymph nodes
Benefit:
Reduces stress
Aids in healing from illness, injury, or surgery
Reduces swelling and fluid retention (edema)
Flushes metabolic waste from muscle tissue
Stimulates immune system and digestive system
Helps fight stress, fatigue, and insomnia
Prenatal/Postnatal Massage
Method:
Side lying position
Prone position using a special cushion tailored to support pre and post pregnancy changes
Kneading, compression, traction, friction
Benefit:
Reduces stress levels and increases quality of sleep
Supports blood flow and circulation
Reduces pregnancy related pain including hip joint pain, sciatica, headaches, and lower back pain
Helps edema and digestive issues
Stimulates immune system and digestive system
Reduces swelling and fluid retention (edema)
Relieves hormone induced anxiety and stress
Acupressure Massage
Method:
Gradual pressure on key healing points that corresponds with the area of issue
Using finger, palm, or elbow and compression
Benefit:
Stimulates the body’s natural healing abilities to help prevent illness
Increases circulation, reduces pain, lowers stress, and releases tension