This massage is for clients looking to just relax. The broad strokes help elicit relaxation by decreasing stress and heart rate and lowering blood pressure.
Neuromuscular therapy is my version of deep tissue massage. It correlates pain, through client complaints, to specific muscular issues. With a combination of trigger point therapy, cross-fiber friction of the tendon attachments, and myofascial release, this therapy will provide client with decreased pain and increased range of motion, which will, in turn, allow them to engage muscles more effectively to create a better postural positioning.
Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue therapy intended to eliminate pain, increase range of motion, and rebalance the entire body. It does this by using massage techniques to stretch the fascia and release the bonds that exist between the fascia, muscles and bones. Fascia is the connective tissue that connects and covers all muscles, organs, and skeletal structures of the body. Direct myofascial release is sometimes known as deep tissue work. Indirect release applies light pressure and gently stretches the fascia; this allows for increased blood circulation and relief from pain.
This massage provides mothers-to-be with a therapy oriented to decrease pain in areas, such as the lower back and hips or in between shoulder blades, related to the accommodations the body makes for the growing baby.
This massage is for clients who want to leave feeling relaxed but are also looking for pain relief. Trigger point therapy is usually recommended at the back, neck, and shoulder area, as a specific muscular treatment to help release muscles into more proper positions and decrease pain.
Sports Massage is a type of massage designed for highly active people who engage in athletics. Engaging in sports is harsh on the body and can often lead to injuries in both the short and long term. Sports Massage enhances performance and prolongs a sports career by helping to prevent injury, reduce pains and swelling in the body, relax the mind, increase flexibility, and dramatically improve recovery rates. Sports Massage is also highly effective in aiding the rapid recovery of an athlete from an injury by encouraging greater kinesthetic awareness and in turn promoting the body's natural immune function.
This massage is for clients who have been diagnosed with TMJD (temporomandibular joint disorder), grind their teeth at night, or are continuously having issues opening or closing their mouths. Work will be done inside and outside the mouth to address specific issues with muscles related to jaw problems. Neck and upper shoulder work are also included.
This is for any business looking to provide their staff with therapy that can help increase productivity and morale and decrease sick days.