Deep Tissue
Deep Tissue Massage can be interpreted as the application of deep pressure therapy to underlying muscle groups in the body. Deep Tissue Massage has a deep impact on the client as it can be transformative in nature. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body. In comparison to the lighter more rhythmic strokes of Swedish Massage, deep tissue strokes are slower and use more direct deep pressure on the contracted areas.
Deep Tissue Massage feels good and is beneficial to your health. This massage technique “unsticks” the muscle fibers and releases deeply held tension patterns. Toxins are being released while the muscle is relaxing and being soothed. Your sore and tired muscles are now revived and energized, encouraging you to take a deep breath and re-enter the world you left behind!
Remember: Deep Tissue Massage releases many toxins held in the muscles. Be sure and drink plenty of water after your treatment to allow these toxins to be released from your body.
Swedish
For an hour, allow yourself to totally relax and let go of all the tension your body has accumulated throughout the day. This will happen when you receive a full body Swedish Massage!
This technique is specifically designed to relax muscles by using lighter, rhythmic strokes that allow the body to sink into a state of total relaxation and peace. When you massage the skin, the body’s largest organ, a chain reaction is set up that produces a positive effect on all layers and systems of the body.
With your Swedish Massage, you will be promoting health and well being while escaping on your own mini-vacation!
Reflexology
Reflexology is a science which deals with the principle that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all of the glands, organs and parts of the body. Stimulating these reflexes properly can help many health problems in a natural way, a type of preventative maintenance.
Reflexology is not new. It was practiced as early as 2330 B.C. by the Egyptian culture. Reflexology is used primarily for relaxing tension. Doctors agree that 75% of our health problems can be linked to nervous stress and tension.
Allow our reflexologist to skillfully apply thumb and finger pressure to your feet and introduce you to a natural, holistic way to release your day to day stress effortlessly and in a quiet, relaxing environment.
Pregnancy
Expectant moms experience unique physical and emotional changes that occur as a result of increased weight, shifting posture, and adjusting hormone levels. While this is a beautiful period of heightened expectation and joy, mothers-to-be also endure heightened physical discomfort that ranges from muscular tension and headaches to pressure on the knees.
Prenatal massage is a natural touch therapy treatment aimed at alleviating these and other pregnancy related symptoms.
Pregnancy massage therapy is beneficial throughout the 9 months of a low risk pregnancy. We will review pregnancy contraindications with you when you make your appointment or before. Also we will require a doctor’s release to work on you. If you are not having a low risk pregnancy, discuss your condition with your physician or midwife.
A thorough massage session takes at least one hour, during which you will be comfortably supported in a side lying position and draped for your comfort. Only the body part being worked on is exposed. The room will be quiet and comfortable. It is fine to interrupt the massage to use the restroom, however for maximum comfort, avoid heavy eating and drinking for 2 hours before your session.
This is a time in your life for additional care and support. You will leave our center rested, pampered and stress free.
Please ask us about Infant massage instruction that is available to parents.
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