Here you will find information and links to provide you with more information about massage therapy. Still a work in progress...
Benefits of Massage:
Modalities:
Swedish massage- can be relaxing, invigorating or both. Long and sweeping strokes combine with short and focused strokes to move fluids, soften muscle tissue and create a general sense of well-being in the body.
Deep Tissue Massage - slow focused work penetrates into the deeper layers of the muscle tissue to separate fibers and release long held tensions and restrictions.
Sports Massage - facilitated stretching and trigger point therapy
Sensory Repatterning
Acupressure
Aromatherapy
What I Provide:
massage table, flannel sheets, heating pad and "sheepskin" mattress pad (seasonal), bolster, massage oils and lotions, and music
How to Recieve a Massage:
You have made a wonderful decision to have a professional massage. There are over 25 million Americans who seek professional massage and bodywork each year. Despite this statistic, massage is not a common part of our contemporary cultural experience and many people feel uneasy about receiving their first massage. Here are some guidelines to help you feel at ease and to gain the greatest benefit from your massage therapy session.