MODALITIES AND BENEFITS
Medical Massage
What it is
A system of manual therapy that addresses dysfunction and pain within the musculoskeletal system. The massage therapist assesses the client to determine what structures are affected, and then supplies soft tissue techniques designed to alleviate pain, normalize tonicity, and restore range of motion. A full massage session that targets precise ailments that is meant to achieve a specific goal. Not always relaxing but results in driven work. Typically requires at least 3+ sessions.
Who is it for
For people with tight muscles, arthritis, and other conditions.
Sports Massage
What it is
An active massage that focuses on increasing flexibility and range of motion by applying stretches and deep pressure to common Swedish techniques. Session are goal oriented and more interactive than typical bodywork. It helps athletes prevent injuries, reduce swelling, aid circulation, and prevent the build up of adhesions. We offer treatments for achilles tendonitis, cramp, hamstring strain, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), golfer's/thrower's elbow (medial epicondylitis), rotator cuff injury, shin splints and sprained or twisted ankle.
Who is it for
For athletes and those who live an active lifestyle.
Deep Tissue Massage
What it is
A type of massage therapy that involves applying direct pressure and slow strokes to reach deeper layers of muscle and fascia. Relieves chronic muscle tension, reduces inflammation and can help in eliminating scar tissues. Deep tissue massage focuses only on specific areas of the body.
Who is it for
For people with tight muscles, muscle fatigue, spasms, bad posture, among others.
Reflexology and foot massage
What it is
Reflexology targets specific points on the feet, hands and ears with intent to address concerns throughout the body. Study show that direct pressure to these reflex points correspond to and beneficially affect various organs and body systems. This specialized massage results in productive, relieving effects on a person's general overall health.
Who is it for
People looking for stress relief and relaxation.
Prenatal Massage
What it is
A modality that's specifically tailored toward expecting women. Can be performed during any trimester as long as the pregnancy is not high risk and the mother-to-be has no contraindicated conditions. Meant to result in relaxation and to address any achy or sore areas typical during pregnancy. Usually performed in a side lying position with plenty of cushioning.
Who is it for
Pregnant women or have recently delivered a baby.
Myofascial Release
What it is
A type of physical therapy used to treat myofascial pain syndrome. It aims to reduce tension throughout your body by releasing trigger points across a broad section of your muscular system. It is a gentle and constant massage that releases tightness and pain throughout myofascial tissues.
Who is it for
People with myofascial pain syndrome, chronic headaches, venous insufficiency, among others.
Swedish Massage
What it is
This massage uses five styles of strokes. The five basic strokes are effleurage (sliding or gliding), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (cross fiber or with the fibers) and vibration/shaking. A massage meant to achieve ultimate relaxation using long flowing strokes with varying pressure customized to the individual.
Who is it for
People who are looking to relax and reengergize the body. It is not for people looking to ease deep or chronic muscle pains or posture problems.
We offer treatments for the following pathologies:
Cervical Spine and Head
Forward head posture, migraine, tension, sinus, temporomandibular joint dysfunction headaches, and acceleration/deceleration injury (whiplash).
Thorax, Shoulder, & Upper Extremities
Kyphosis, scoliosis, frozen shoulder, thoracic outlet syndrome, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
Pelvis
Postural misalignment of the pelvis, lordosis, sway back, flat back, low back pain, sciatica and piriformis syndrome.
Lower Extremities
Chondromalacia patellae, patellofemoral dysfunction, anterior shin splints, ankle sprain or strain injury and plantar fasciitis.
Other services
Infrared Sauna
Instead of steam or flame-stoked heat, infrared saunas use infrared lamps and electromagnetic magic to create warmth. The lamps in infrared saunas focus a penetrating warmth directly on your skin to bring heat-therapy benefits.
The benefits of infrared sauna include improved heart health, soothed sore muscles, pain relief, relaxation, better sleep, reduced oxidative stress, among others.
Cupping
Cupping is a technique involving suctioning the skin with glass, plastic, or silicone cups. It is performed with the intention of helping boost immune function, increase blood flow, and reduce pain..Cupping is normally sought out by people who want relief from pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils to manage symptoms or boost your well-being. It involves inhaling essential oils or applying them (diluted) to your skin, with the objective of reducing anxiety and improve sleep quality.
