Massage Therapy
Swedish Massage
This is a gentle form of massage that uses long strokes, kneading, deep circular movements, vibration and tapping to help relax and energize you. The most common style with therapeutic and relaxation benefits. It has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, release tired muscles which may be spasmed or strained, reduce headaches and migraines, promote circulation and relax the nervous system. The treatments may be deep or light according to the condition at hand.
Deep Tissue Massage
A more profound tissue structures of the muscle and sash, likewise called connective tissue, which is awesome for mitigating perpetual muscle torment that is exasperated by voyaging. Regardless of whether you’ve quite recently taken a long flight or you’ve been stuck in an auto for a considerable length of time, booking a deep tissue massage can enable you to lighten incessant muscle soreness so you can return to making the most of your excursion.
Sports Massage
A type of Swedish massage which focuses mainly on pre-events, post-events, restorative and rehabilitation of the muscles. Using deeper techniques to break up scar tissue and promote the healing of chronic conditions. Geared toward people involved in sport activities to help prevent or treat injuries.
Prenatal Massage
Helps in alleviating the pressures and discomforts of pregnancy. It assists to relieve back, sciatic pain, swelling and promotes a better nights sleep
Myofascial Release Massage
Treats the postural deformities of joints and muscles in the body. The goal is to stretch and manipulate the fascia which surrounds the many layers of the body, with or without the use of oils or lotions.
Benefits of Massage Therapy
• Reduces or Eliminates Pain and Discomfort • Improves Circulation • Improves Joint Mobility • Reduces Fatigue • Improves Immune System Functioning • Reduces Stress • Reduces Depression • Promotes Detoxification • Reduces Muscle Tension • Increases Body Awareness • Promotes Relaxation • Improves Sleep Quality
• Piriformis Syndrome • Edema • Scar Tissue • Strains & Sprains • Plantar Fasciitis • Tendonitis (Tendinitis) • Frozen Shoulder • Torticollis • Fascial and Muscle Imbalances • Hyperkyphosis& Scoliosis • Osteoarthritis • Thoracic Outlet Syndrome • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome • Sinusitis • Constipation
Studies of the benefits of massage assist with these conditions:
• Anxiety • Digestive disorders • Fibromyalgia • Headaches/ migraines • Insomnia related to stress • Myofascial pain syndrome • Soft tissue strains or injuries • Sports injuries • Temporomandibular joint pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Some clients choose to leave their undergarment on, and some prefer to be fully clothed. It is recommended, especially if lotion is being used to remove jewelry. If you chose to remove your clothing, you will be draped with linen at all times and only the areas being treated at the time will be exposed. Your massage therapist can work with whatever you are most comfortable with. If you choose to remain fully clothed, lotion will not likely be used. If you need assistance removing your clothing due to an injury or immobility for any other reason, your therapist may assist you.
For your first session, or if this is concerning a chronic injury or strain or stiffness we recommend at least 60 minutes, We also tend to recommend no more than 45 minutes for a treatment focused around your neck and shoulders. There are however no real contraindications regarding treatment duration for relaxation massages, which are generally fairly light!
This must be discussed with your therapist following your initial assessment. If there is a particular condition that you are getting treatment for, your therapist will recommend a treatment plan for you. If you are looking for regular maintenance, with no specific condition or treatment plan, it is recommended to have a massage once per month or whenever you choose to attend.
Speak to your therapist as there are some conditions that may be completely contraindicated (not allowed) for massage. Generally speaking though, as long as you are feeling well enough to have a massage therapy session, you probably can still be treated. Some modifications may need to be made. It is really important to communicate any illnesses with your therapist as soon as you become aware of it so that they can take any necessary precautions for their own safety and for yours.
Massage does not have to be painful in order to be effective. However, there are some techniques that may be painful depending on what you are having treated. If the therapist and you decide to use these more painful techniques, the therapist will work within your pain tolerance using a pain scale ( 0-10, 10 being the most painful) with you, and work within a reasonable pain or discomfort level.