(Includes physical analysis/consultation before & after massage, 70 minute massage, one added value spa element, client homework for continued relief, and snacks/water)
Swedish Massage is a very relaxing and therapeutic style of bodywork. It combines oils or lotion, and an array of strokes, to help the body improve its circulation. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include pain reduction, decreased stress, enhanced mental clarity, improved overall balance, and greater flexibility.
Swedish Massage is a very relaxing style of bodywork. Using lotion and/or oils, plus a variety of hands-on techniques, the recipient's body is sent into a parasympathetic state, thus alleviating stress and improving overall well-being. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include pain reduction, lowered blood pressure, enhanced mental clarity, improved structural balance, and greater flexibility.
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is a technique normally used on athletes using passive range of motion stretching to achieve long-term benefits in regard to muscle and joint discomfort. It can help reduce or eliminate muscle tightness, and/or relieve joint stiffness caused by connective tissue being under stress from any number of things, including posture, injury, lack of exercise or extensive athletic training. FST focuses on lengthening and re-aligning the body to assist with pain relief and improve overall physical performance, flexibility and strength.
Acupressure is based on one the most ancient principles of healing - that simply touching a specific point on the body will release stress while improving overall health. In an acupressure session, I apply firm pressure directly to these "points" on your body, relieving muscle tension and improving circulation. This simple and powerful technique has been shown to be very effective in treating headaches, back-aches, and even insomnia.
Essential oils enhance a massage treatment by contributing unique chemical/molecular elements into the body, which promote healing, relaxation, and rejuvenation. A proprietary blend of 100% pure botanical essential oils will be created for you and mixed into the lotion that will be used for your service. You will take home the remaining lotion in a small container for your personal use.
Hot towels stimulate localized areas of the body, increasing circulation, reducing tension in muscles and/or tissue, and provide a soothing and comforting sensation. Hot towels may be used as a specific element of a routine during Therapeutic Massage for a specific medical condition, such as Degenerative Disk Disease. This service is optional as the added-value service for the Therapeutic Massage session, if not already included according to the elements of the routine for your specific medical condition. Can be purchased as an add-on service along with the purchase of any massage of 60 minutes or more. No additional time will be added to the overall time of the purchased massage session.
A Synergy Stone is a smooth tool with nodules along the sides. The use of this tool when heated in a towel cabinet is as effective as deep tissue massage, providing relaxation and improved circulation of effected areas. Muscles and tissues are heated with a Synergy Stone, releasing tension and stress much more deeply and quickly than with a traditional massage. The overall experience is very relaxing, nurturing, and rejuvenating. This service is optional as the added-value service for the Therapeutic Massage session. Can be purchased as an add-on service along with the purchase of any massage of 60 minutes or more. No additional time will be added to the overall time of the purchased massage session.
Subtle friction is used to stimulate oil glands, increase local circulation, and remove superficial skin cells. The nervous system is also stimulated, resulting in a healthier skin and muscle tone in the areas where dry brushing is applied. Client keeps the brush to take home at the conclusion of the session. This service is optional as the added-value service for the Therapeutic Massage session. Can be purchased as an add-on service along with the purchase of any massage of 60 minutes or more. No additional time will be added to the overall time of the purchased massage session.
Using oils that are specifically intended to reduce cellulite, plus moderate friction on the affected areas. This service is optional as the added-value service for the Therapeutic Massage session. Can be purchased as an add-on service along with the purchase of any massage of 60 minutes or more. No additional time will be added to the overall time of the purchased massage session.