Medical Massage
Medical massage is therapy medically necessary, which is usually prescribed by a physician. Medical massage is generally practiced in relation to a specific goal: improving health of patients.
Medical massage is beneficial to those who suffer from an assortment of health issues, including fibromyalgia, repetitive motion injuries, rotator cuff injuries, neuromuscular conditions, whiplash, chronic headaches and soft tissue injuries. Overall medical massage is a noninvasive therapy that produces beneficial health results to those experiencing many health-related illnesses and injuries.
Deep Tissue Massage
Used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles. This massage releases the chronic patterns of tension in the body using long, slow strokes and deep finger/elbow pressure while improving circulation, range of motion and tension.
Deep tissue massage focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. It is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness and sore shoulders.
Deep tissue massage is highly effective because of the success in releasing the chronic patterns of tension amongst connective tissue.
Sports Massage
Focuses on the muscles relevant to the particular athletic activity. It can also include pre-event, post-event and maintenance techniques that promote greater athletic endurance and performance, lessen chances of injury and reduce recovery time. This treatment can help prepare the body to function at peak efficiency or help to relax and recover after a strenuous workout. This massage allows the body to release the buildup of lactic acid in muscles caused by overexertion.
Hot Stone Massage
Hot stone massage is a form of bodywork that involves the application of heated stones to the body during deep tissue massage. This type of massage stimulates the circulatory system and softens and relaxes the muscle. This helps release toxins, induce deep relaxation, relieve pain and muscle spasms and create a feeling of well-being and peacefulness.
Corporate Chair Massage
Corporate chair massage can be brought to the workplace, so un-intrusive it will not interfere with the day-to-day affairs of your business. It is a great wellness program that can be put in place for your company to reduce stress as well as boost employee morale. There is no disrobing or use of messy oils. All that is needed is a small, semi private place to set up the special chair. Corporate chair massage is proven to reduce stress in the workplace and can be employer or employee paid.
Pre & Post Natal Massage
Devised specifically for mothers-to-be, a program of care treatments to improve skin's elasticity and helps to prevent the appearance of stretch marks while relaxing the body and relieving heavy legs. Regular massage can help the new mother re-connect with her new body as it returns to its pre-pregnancy state. Massage can help stabilize hormonal fluctuations by stimulating glandular secretions; this may alleviate some of the associated mood swings. Remember, the less stress you have, the calmer and happier you and your baby will be.
Geriatric Massage
Geriatric massage uses the same basic massage techniques as general massage tailoring the technique to the specific health needs of older adults. Geriatric massage has many benefits, especially increasing blood circulation. Geriatric massage techniques use gentle hand motions towards the heart to relax the mind and the body. Gentle stretching is also used to improve joint mobility and flexibility.
General Massage
General massage (Swedish massage) is slow and gentle, affecting the nerves, muscles, glands and circulation while promoting health and well-being.
General massage refers to a collection of massage therapy techniques applied to primarily relax muscles by applying pressure against deeper muscles. General massage speeds the blood flow of un-oxygenated blood and toxins for the extremities. It reduces stress, promotes well-being and is recommended for stress management.
Equine Sports Massage Therapy
Equine Sports Massage Therapy is the therapeutic hands-on application of professional human sports massage techniques, as applied to the equine athlete. It can be used to enhance performance of the equine athlete. It is useful in improving circulation, enhancing muscle tone, relaxing muscle spasms, preventing and relieving adhesions and increasing the range of movement.
