Deep Tissue
A deep pressure massage, beneficial for those with chronic pain that
uses slow strokes and direct pressure to access the deepest layers
of muscle and fascia to release chronic patterns of tension in
the body.
Hot Stone
A deep healing massage that puts you in touch with nature. Water
heated basalt stones provide direct heat and a deeper relaxation
of muscles allowing for greater manipulation.
Integrative Massage
A blend of different massage techniques combined to create a
tailored massage that meets the needs of the client at that session.
PreNatal
Massage that focuses on relaxation and pain relief for the expecting
mom.
Sports
A blend of gliding, kneading, passive stretching, compression,
and deep tissue work to ease muscle soreness, return muscles
to their
normal resting length, and increase flexibility thereby maximizing
your workout. Sports massage is beneficial before and after
events as well as during training.
Swedish
A relaxation massage that combines three basic moves: long
gliding rhythmic strokes, kneading, and small circular
strokes. It is
a light massage that is perfect for someone who just wants
to unwind.
TMJ
A sequence of massage techniques applied to the muscles of the temple, jaw,
neck, and face to relieve symptoms of TMJ which include
migraines, sinus/eye/tooth/ pain, vertigo, ear pain,
grinding, and bite
problems to name a
few.
Trigger Point/ Neuromuscular Therapy
A trigger point is a constriction within a taut band
of muscle that refers pain to other areas of the body
when
pressure
is applied to
them. Trigger point therapy focuses on these points
and should generally only be used by someone who will seek
regular treatment
until the
problem is resolved.
Corporate Chair
A seated massage done in a special massage chair usually
in a business environment. Massage is done over the
clothes and
lasts
5-20 minutes.
It focuses on the large muscles of the back, neck,
and arms. Research shows that chair massage can increase
employee effectiveness
and
reduce turnover.
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