
Who
gets massage? Virtually everyone, from infants
to the elderly, including expectant mothers, executives, athletes,
fitness entusiasts, and computer technicians. It is also appropriate
for those who would like to accelerate their recovery time after
an injury, as well as those who simply want to relax. Massage
is for everyone who chooses optimal wellness.
Swedish
Massage
A gentle combination of long flowing and kneading strokes designed
to promote overall relaxation, improve circulation and relieve muscle
tension.
Hot Stone Massage
The soothing warmth of heated stones placed upon the body, combined
with Swedish massage techniques that improve circulation and ease
muscle tension, provide a wonderfully grounding and relaxing experience.
Trigger Point Therapy
A highly effective pain management technique, trigger point therapy
involves the application of direct pressure to “knots”
or tight bands within the muscle followed by stretching to lengthen
shortened muscles. Some conditions that respond well to trigger
point treatment include whiplash injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome,
TMJ disorder, and low back injuries.
Myofascial Release Therapy
Therapeutic, sustained stretches are gently applied to the body
to decrease restrictions in connective tissues, thus reducing pain
and allowing greater ease of movement.
Sports / Deep Tissue Massage
As the name implies, sports massage is appropriate before and after
athletic events. Muscles are warmed through friction and stretching
techniques. In addition to helping prevent injury, it can improve
athletic performance. Deep muscle massage is often done in conjunction
with sports massage.
Cupping
Massage
A variation an ancient Chinese therapy in which a vaccum is created
inside of a class “cup” and placed upon the body moved
in relaxing strokes to promote relaxation and the circulation of
blood and lymph.
Reflexology
Based on the age old theory that all of our organs, glands and body
parts have correlating reflex points in the feet hands and ears.
Reflexology can bring a feeling of deep relaxation and help the
body to balance its functions. Typically performed in 30 min. sessions.
Belavi
Facelift Massage
Restore your faces’ natural glow with this wonderful treatment
that involves cleansing the skin and massaging the facial muscles
with special strokes and products that enhance your skins’
vitality.
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