Services

Massage Therapy and Bodywork Services

Swedish Massage

The best-known type of bodywork performed today that relaxes the entire body through rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. What many don’t know is Swedish massage therapy goes beyond relaxation. Swedish massage is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and increasing flexibility while easing tension.

During a Swedish massage, massage oil, cream or lotion is applied to the skin and the therapists performs various massage strokes. These movements warm up the muscle tissue, releasing tension and gradually breaking up muscle adhesions (aka knots or adhered tissues). Pressure during a Swedish may be as light or deep as desired by the client.

Benefits
o Pain management
o Increased blood flow
o Rehabilitation for muscle injuries
o Increased flexibility
o Reduced stress
o Improved immune system

Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT)

NMT is a form of soft tissue manipulation that aims to treat underlying causes of chronic pain involving the muscular and nervous systems (e.g. pinched nerve, over use of shoulder muscles (rotator cuff)). This medically oriented form of massage addresses trigger points (tender muscles points), circulation, nerve compression, postural issues, and biomechanical problems that can be caused by repetitive movement injuries.

During a NMT session, alternating levels of concentrated pressure are applied on the areas of muscle pain/spasm. Pressure is usually applied with the fingers, knuckles, or elbow. Once applied to a muscle pain/spasm, the pressure is held for ten to thirty seconds or until pain has decreased or diminished.

Benefits
o Reduce pain
o Improve performance
o Improve mobility
o Improve joint range of motion

Integrative Massage (most popular)

My integrative massage therapy combines Swedish massage and Neuromuscular therapies to design a session that is custom tailored to the client. This massage approach is both relaxing and restorative. It not only feels great, but also gets results. 

Benefits
o Increased blood flow
o Reduce pain
o Reduced stress
o Increased flexibility
o Improve performance
o Improve mobility
o Improve joint range of motion
o Improved immune system

Sports Massage

Sports massage therapy is geared toward athletes of every kind, from world-class professionals to weekend joggers. This form of massage focuses on areas of the body that are overused and stressed from repetitive and often aggressive movements, often seen during engagement in sports or regular physical exercise.

During a Sports massage session, the deeper layers of the muscles are worked, realigning the muscle fibers and connective tissue, and flushing away the toxins. Regular sessions will increase joint mobility and flexibility, and reduce the risk of injury during exercise.

Benefits
o Prepare the athlete for their best performance
o Reduce fatigue
o Relieve muscle swelling and tension

Lymphatic Massage

Lymphatic massage increases the flow of lymph fluid and reduce toxins in your body The lymph system is part of your body’s immune system and helps fight infection.

During a Lymphatic massage, very light pressure and long, gentle, rhythmic strokes are applied to increase the flow of lymph and reduce toxins in your body. The goal is to use just enough pressure to stretch and maneuver the skin but never to cause you discomfort or pain.

Benefits
o Promotes healing after surgery
o Reduce swelling
o Detoxifies the body

CranioSacral Therapy

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on approach that regulates the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid surrounds the brain and spinal cord, acting as a cushion that protects the brain from both mechanical and microbiological damage. With normalization of the cerebrospinal fluid, both the brain and neck are supported and tension deep in the body is released to relieve pain and dysfunction and improve whole-body health. In this way, craniosacral therapy provides a safe treatment for people of all ages. CST was pioneered and developed by Osteopathic Physician John E. Upledger after years of clinical testing and research at Michigan State University where he served as professor of biomechanics. CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and it’s effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction.

During a CranioSacral Therapy session, a soft touch which is generally no greater than 5 grams (about the weight of a nickel) is applied on the soft tissue of the skull, spine on sacrum areas that surround the central nervous system.

Benefits
Alleviates the following:
o Neck pain
o Headaches
o Central Nervous System disorders
o Immune dysfunction
o Chronic fatigue
o Symptoms of fibromyalgia
o Sinus problems

Oncology Massage

Oncology massage therapy is a form of soothing, light touch massage for cancer patients. It adapts existing massage therapy techniques to be safely performed despite the complications of cancer and cancer treatment. The primary goal of oncology massage is comfort. It can provide much-needed pain and symptom relief, and the warmth and compassion of human touch can be an invaluable emotional support.

Benefits
o Relaxation and a break from clinical treatments
o Improved sleep
o Reduction of chemotherapy-induced neuropathy
o Reduced nausea
o Relief from chronic pain
o Fewer headaches
o Reduced depression and anxiety
o Restoring a sense of dignity and ownership of one’s body
o Experiencing a safe, healing, humanizing touch from an individual that understands the effects of cancer treatment

Acupressure

Acupressure is a traditional Chinese medicine technique based on the concept of applying pressure along energy meridians to free energy flow. Acupressure is applied to address health concerns, from headaches and muscle tension to organ dysfunction and other more serious concerns through balancing the body’s essential life forces.

Benefits
o Alleviates nausea
o Alleviates stress, tension and anxiety
o Alleviates headaches and migraines
o Alleviates gastrointestinal problems
o Improves sleep
o Boost energy

Reflexology (Head, Hands & Feet)

Reflexology is the application of pressure to reflex points of the feet and hands with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques without the use of oil or lotion.

Benefits
o Increase energy
o Boost circulation
o Induce a deep state of relaxation
o Eliminate toxins from the body

Reiki

Reiki healing is a natural therapy that gently balances life energies and brings health and wellbeing to the recipient.

Benefits
o Stress reduction
o Relaxation

Onsite/Mobile Service

Onsite/Mobile massage service is no longer available. Please schedule an appointment at my office.

Call for an appointment: 414-345-8861