massage therapies offered

Today, the benefits of massage are varied and far-reaching. As an accepted part of many physical rehabilitation programs, massage therapy has also proven beneficial for many chronic conditions, including low back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes, immunity suppression,smoking cessation, depression, and more.

As licensed clinical massage therapists we have the knowledge, skills and experience to work with a wide variety of conditions such as chronic muscular tension, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, whiplash, arthritis, circulatory problems, stress, insomnia, strains, headaches, asthma, sinusitis, and sports injuries.

 
     

types of therapy

Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage Techniques utilizes long, flowing strokes, often but not necessarily in the direction of the heart. Six basic strokes: effleurage, petrissage, friction, tapotement, compression and vibration are designed to increase circulation and blood flow. Oil, cream, or lotion is applied on the skin to reduce friction and allow smooth strokes.

Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy applies pressure to specific points, areas of a muscle that refers pain sensations to other parts of the body, leading to immediate release of tension and improved muscular functioning.

Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release is a hands-on technique that seeks to free the body from the grip of tight fascia, or connective tissue, thus restoring normal alignment and function and reducing pain. Using their hands, therapists apply mild, sustained pressure to gently stretch and soften the fascia. Myofascial release is used to treat neck and back pain, headaches, recurring sports injuries and scoliosis, among other conditions.

Deep Tissue/Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a form of bodywork, benefiting any person engaged in regular physical activity. Soft tissue manipulation to increase performance, relax muscle spasm/strain, assists the body’s own healing process, injury prevention, speeds the recovery process from injury. Hydrotherapy uses water in its three forms-liquid, solid or vapor-in the treatment of the body.