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Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage is a very relaxing and therapeutic style of bodywork. It combines oils or lotion with an array of strokes such as rolling, kneading, and percussion to help the body improve its circulation. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include relief from aches and pains, decreased stress levels in the body, enhanced mental clarity, improved appearance, and greater flexibility.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage is a form of bodywork that aims to relieve tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past lingering injuries. Due to the nature of the deep tissue work, open communication during the session is crucial to make sure you don't get too uncomfortable, however deep tissue work should not be overly painful as it is generally believed to be. Superficial muscles must be relaxed first, before deep work can be initiated. If appropriate time is taken to work through these superficial layers to get to the deeper muscles, deep tissue massage can be done without significant discomfort. Keep in mind that soreness is pretty common after the treatment, espeically the day after treatment. Plenty of water should be ingested to aid with the flushing and removal of toxins that will have been released from the deep tissue during the session which will limit the treatment soreness associated with deep tissue massage.
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy is a style of bodywork that focuses on stimulating and releasing "trigger points" in your body. Trigger points are tender areas of tension similar to acupressure points, except they occur in the belly of the muscle rather than along the energy pathways of the body. These "knots" are built up throughout a person's life due to physical, mental, and/or emotional stress. During a session, focused pressure is applied through a variety of techniques order to release your trigger points. This process can be quite painful at times, yet the effects are lasting and profoundly transformative.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue therapy intended to eliminate pain, increase range of motion, and rebalance the entire body. It does this by using massage techniques to stretch the fascia and release the bonds that exist between the fascia, muscles and bones. Fascia is the connective tissue that connects and covers all muscles, organs, and skeletal structures of the body. Direct myofascial release is sometimes known as deep tissue work. Indirect release applies light pressure and gently stretches the fascia; this allows for increased blood circulation and relief from pain.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy aims to gently and rhythmically move the lymph through the body, especially swollen areas of the body, relieving pressure and enhancing the functioning of the immune system. As both a preventative and remedial technique, LD can be used for a wide range of purposes including faster recovery from injury, reduction of swelling and discomfort from pregnancy, and strengthened resistance to illness.
Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a type of massage designed for highly active people who engage in athletics. Engaging in sports is harsh on the body and can often lead to injuries in both the short and long term. Sports Massage enhances performance and prolongs a sports career by helping to prevent injury, reduce pains and swelling in the body, relax the mind, increase flexibility, and dramatically improve recovery rates. Sports Massage is also highly effective in aiding the rapid recovery of an athlete from an injury by encouraging greater kinesthetic awareness and in turn promoting the body's natural immune function. I am also available for Post Event Massages at athletic functions such as Runs / Walks and Bike-a-thons.
Energy Work (Reiki / Healing Touch)
Energy work is based on the belief that everyone has a “life force”, and that the body needs to sustain its balance for optimum health. Anytime you experience emotional or physical illness, it indicates that your life force has simply become unbalanced. I work directly with your energy field to restore balance and flow to your entire system. And once your energy field has been restored to full health, your body will follow.
Infant Massage / Geriatric Massage / Massage for those with Special Needs
I offer Infant Massage / Geriatric Massage and Massage for Special Needs individuals. Treatment is specific to each individual and is billed and prorated as needed as treatment tolerance often varies with each visit.
Gift Certificates
Gift Certificates are available and are time / service based, not price based. Senior / Veteran Pricing does not apply to Gift Certificates. Please Click the link for the Gift Certificate you wish to purchase. A $2 service fee is included. Thank you!
| SERVICE | PRICE |
|---|---|
| 30 Minute Gift Certificate | $ 40 + $2 fee |
| 45 Minute Gift Certificate | $ 55 + $2 fee |
| 60 Minute Gift Certificate | $ 70 + $2 fee |
| 90 Minute Gift Certifcate | $ 100 + $2 fee |