- Swedish MassageThe most popular method practiced worldwide. The basic strokes include: long gliding type strokes, kneading, passive joint movements and friction. This technique is used to promote general relaxation, improve circulation, increase range of motion and relieve muscle tension.
- Deep Tissue MassageWorking at the deeper layers of muscle and using more pressure than Swedish massage. Deep tissue is used to relieve chronic patterns of muscular tension by using slow strokes, direct pressure or cross-grain friction. We only go to the deeper levels when your superficial muscles are warmed up and able to accept the pressure needed to impact the deeper muscle layers
- Sports MassageSports Massage uses different techniques such as compression, cross fiber friction and assisted stretching. The techniques are adapted for athlete’s needs before a competition or to restore the body after rigorous exercise. Sports massage will help to increase range of motion, work out restrictions in muscle tissue and increase circulation. Used during all phases of an athlete's training including pre and post event massage and recovery from an injury. An invaluable tool for any athlete or weekend warrior.
- Hot Stone MassageHot stone massage is popular in many spas for its deeply relaxing benefits. The use of hot stones in combination with swedish massage techniques can help to increase blood flow, increase range of motion, increase lymphatic flow, and, reduce signs of edema. It feels wonderfully decadent!! Hot Stones is not recommended for pregnant women or people with uncontrolled high blood pressure. Typically, a complete session lasts 75 minutes or longer and it is priced differently from a standard massage session.
- Prenatal MassageIf you are pregnant, it is important to tell your massage therapist in advance and please select this service to receive the most qualified therapist. Pregnancy Massage is specifically designed for the pregnant women to assist in the continuing changes of her body and performed by a trained pregnancy massage therapist. Special cushions are used to assist in the client's comfort and proper positioning during the session. Deep tissue can be performed in certain areas during the session or relaxing swedish as well.
- Chair MassageMassage Services: Massage Therapy • Therapeutic Massage • Neurosoma• Neurosoma Myotherapy • Sports Massage • Deep Tissue Massage • Swedish Massage • Lymphatic Drainage Therapy • Manual Lymph Drainage • Pregnancy Massage • Pre natal massage • Postpartum massage • Myofascial Release Therapy • Craniosacral therapy • Scar Tissue Release Therapy • Active Isolated Stretching • Relaxing massage• Accunect • Hot Stone Massage • Aromatherapy • Seated Massage • Chair Massage• Office Seated Massage • Corporate Massage
- Medical MassageAfter listening to your priorities for the session, we will utilize some problem solving skills in order to develop a plan of action for your treatment. Many of the modalities that are listed below will be utilized in order to help with the your presenting condition for that day. It is helpful for you to give us an update of any health concerns before we begin and feedback along the way so that we can work as a team to achieve some beneficial and lasting results. Therapeutic massage is essentially a compilation of the skills of your massage therapist used with your best interest in mind.
- Aromatherapy Massage
- Craniosacral Massage
- Reiki MassageWe offer ACCUNECT! Accunect is a complete healing modality that restores the body's natural ability to heal itself on all levels (mind, body and spirit) by clearing the underlying sources of stress (such as memories, belief systems, and past traumas) that interfere with this natural healing process. The system is based on the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine as well as quantum physics and the latest research on the mind-body connection. It is completely safe and non-invasive and can be used in conjunction with any other healing modality. Accunect is a simple, yet powerful, form of energy medicine that utilizes a Health Map to find the areas in the body and mind that are ready to shift to restore greater health and well-being. A gentle tapping technique is used to bring the body back into balance.
- Neuromuscular TherapyWe offer NEUROSOMA! NeuroSoma is a very delicate, yet remarkably powerful fingertip massage technique that relaxes hard, overly-contracted muscle tissue by stimulating small feedback nerves located within muscle spindle sensory receptors. Unlike regular massage therapy, NeuroSoma specifically addresses hyper tonic muscle spasm, which is different than ordinary tension in that it is produced by a malfunction of the nervous system. With a precise and limited pressure, the NeuroSoma myotherapist stimulates specialized feedback nerves in muscle spindles. This extremely sophisticated and effective fingertip stimulation corrects distorted nerve feedback to the cerebellum. The newly-functioning feedback loops are then able to inform the cerebellum of the contracted condition of the muscle, allowing the brain to correctly assess the contraction in which it has been holding the muscle, and consequently to relax the muscle. This cutting edge bodywork actually enables the body to heal itself. The NeuroSoma myotherapist stimulates these feedback nerve beds using a limited pressure not deep enough to activate the stretch-reflex mechanism, also originating in the muscle spindles.
- Nutritional ConsultationAs Hippocrates professed in the very early days of medicine, the body has its own innate intelligence and when given proper nutritional support, it is capable of healing as it achieves balance or homeostasis. Choosing to eat nourishing foods is a powerful tool for reclaiming wellness and taking an active role in your health maintenance. Together we will devise a nutritional plan that best meets your needs and your Nutritional Therapist will provide guidance and support along your shift toward healthier eating and more vibrancy.
- StretchingActive isolating stretching or AIS helps to restore full joint movement, decrease tissue soreness and fatigue, increase tissue pliability and improve posture. Gentle stretching movements also invigorate the circulatory, respiratory and neuromuscular systems which help to alleviate many symptoms of stress. Maximize your athletic potential or reduce your postural tightness by learning and practicing AIS. Come prepared to engage your muscles with the assistance of the practitioner and please remember to wear comfortable and relaxed fitting clothing.
- Myofascial TherapyMyofascial Release Therapy addresses the fascia, the tissue that surrounds and connects the muscles, bones and internal organs. Myofascial release treats the whole body and is aimed at releasing tension in the fascia as a means of restoring balance to the body and its systems. Scar Tissue Release and Integrated Therapies method STRAIT, for short --- is a three-dimensional, fascial-release system that works to minimize scar-tissue development and the subsequent physiological restrictions. Adhered tissues are released and then realigned from their starting point, which is the visible scar, to their end point --- where the line of frozen fascia stops. No matter how old or new your scar is, this type of myofascial release therapy can help
- Therapeutic ExerciseThe Egoscue Method which was developed by Pete Egoscue in the 1970's is the premier form of postural therapy. A Postural Assessment Specialist (PAS) trained by the Egoscue University will look at the posture of a person, their gait and joint range of motions, along with their specific complaints, health history and daily routines in order to gather enough information to devise a specific plan of exercises or e-cises to correct these compensations and deviations.