Massage

Massage


	*BENEFITS* Total body balance is a Mind, Body, and Spirit continuum. Massage therapy is a wonderful way to relax and detoxify the body. Bringing a release of lactic acid from the muscles. Flushing out built up toxins in the tissues and calming down the fight or flight response to stress that our nervous system so efficiently responds to for us. Over time too much of this response of chemical hormone release can begin to break the body down. This can be seen in slow muscle repair, muscle and or joint pain, along with other symptoms. In my practice, I have worked with many afflicted with Fibromyalgia. The calming effect of massage therapy and tolerated pressure in the areas of trigger points greatly helps in reducing pain and lack of sleep. For body builders and sports enthusiasts alike, massage therapy can reduce the chances of injury caused by tight muscles. Heat and deeper pressure relaxes the muscles, and restores a better range of motion.




	*WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT* Therapy is tailored to the client’s individual needs. Respect to depth of pressure is always adjusted to client’s tolerance. Respect to client’s modesty is honored. Clients undress in the privacy of treatment room, and body is fully draped during the session at all times. Complete history is taken at the first session, with follow-up occurring at each appointment thereafter. Records are kept at each session. All records are strictly confidential. Sometimes during therapy, emotions are released. This may be in the form of crying or a memory of a past event. This is normal. Results from therapy and any information shared are strictly confidential. Relaxation and deep tissue table massage are available in 90 min, 60 min or 30 min sessions.

MASSAGE THERAPIES OFFERED

Swedish

Long deep strokes are applied to the surface of the body to increase circulation, help break up toxins held in tissues, tone skin and muscles, and promote relaxation.

Neuromuscular (or Trigger Point Therapy)

Focused work on specific areas to help increase range of motion, alleviate pain and soothe spasmodic symptoms.

Myofascial (or Connective Tissue Therapy)

Focused work on tissue surrounding muscle fiber to release tight painful stiff muscles enabling muscles to move freely again.

LaStone^®

LaStone^® Massage is the original “hot stone” massage. It is a contemporary approach to alternating temperatures in a massage using heated and/or chilled stones and pure jojoba oil. Along with the usage of temperature, the energy of mother earth is offered through the stones creating an environment for healing at multiple levels.

This table massage is available in 60 min or 90 min sessions to detoxify the body, relieve blockages and congestion, increase range of motion, stimulate muscles and nervous system, and promote relaxation.

Raindrop Treatment

The raindrop treatment boosts our immune system, and is a detoxification process. It can bring the body back to a healthy state by stimulating nerves and the re-growth of tissue. The effects can take up to seven days to feel or see the entire results of the treatment. When these oils are applied, they travel down through the layers of skin into the interstitial fluids of the body here they help fight any viruses or bacteria that are traveling through our system.

Raindrop Treatment is offered in 75 min or 90 min sessions.