Services
Swedish Massage (The Relaxation massage)
The strokes and manipulation of Swedish massage have a specific therapeutic benefit on both deep and superficial tissues. One of the primary goals is to speed the venous return of un-oxygenated blood. It increases circulation without increasing heart load, and reduces emotional and physical stress. It shortens the recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid and other metabolic waste and encourages the release of endorphins, the body’s own pain relieving chemicals.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue is a more intense form of massage that stimulates the deep portions of thick muscles. Slow strokes, deep finger pressure, compression and friction invigorate the muscle fibers, release tension and hasten the removal of metabolic waste. Strokes run across muscle, tendons and fascia.
Deep tissue massage also aids in the reduction of scar tissue and is frequently used in conjunction with Swedish massage.
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point therapy is excellent in the management of chronic pain, injuries and headaches. Trigger points can be felt as lumps or knots in a muscle. When pressed they feel sore. They form in response to excessive muscular stress that can be the result of an accident, repetitive motion in sports or at work, postural habits or emotional distress. Once activated, trigger points force the muscle to shorten, and remain that way. These initiates a cycle of spasm, pain, tension, weakness
and limited range of motion. Your therapist will locate and deactivate these points using direct pressure. It may be momentarily painful but ultimately greatly relieving.
Acupressure (Amma)
An ancient healing art that uses the fingers to press key points on the surface of the skin to stimulated the body’s natural self-curative abilities. When these points are pressed, they release muscular tension and promote the circulation of blood and the body’s life force (known as Qi or Chi) to aid healing.
Aromatherapy Massage
A massage with the added relaxation & therapeutic benefits of essential oils, natural plant extracts with beautiful aromas offering health benefits when inhaled or absorbed through the skin.