Massage
Massage Therapy is a wonderful healing modality, used for many different reasons by a variety of people. It can be a well deserved escape from stress, relieving tension that has accumulated in the shoulders and back. It can help the body deal with aches, pains and tight or stiff muscles from injuries or chronic overuse. It is beneficial to athletes by helping them recover from training and achieve optimal performance. Pregnant women and new moms additionally may benefit from reduced swelling, relief of muscle spasms, cramps, joint pain, lower back and hip discomfort. Improved skin and fascial pliability, and improved outcome for labor and delivery may also be found.
I have experienced the benefits of massage at many different times in my life; as an athlete, in dealing with injuries and pain, during my pregnancy and following my delivery. I understand that each person, regardless of the stage of their life, has specific goals, concerns and preferences when it comes to their massage. You may prefer light or deep pressure, relaxation or a more clinical, sports or therapeutic style of work. I honor your preferences, but if you don’t know what you want, I will work with you to figure it out.
I hope you get more from your massage than relief of stress and pain. Improved sleep, increased circulation, increased range of motion, decreased muscle tension and a stronger immune system are all benefits you can experience – especially if you use massage services on a regular basis. With experience in spa, fitness and medical settings, this expert massage work can utilize a wide variety of techniques. Your massage may have elements of Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports, Thai, Balinese, Clinical or Pregnancy massage work.
Massage services are available in 1 hour or 1 1/2 hour increments. Massages may be done at my office or in your home or office, for no additional fee. Massages are complemented by the use of hand crafted oils, balms or creams. Chair massage is available in blocks of time for your party or event. I have found massage offers the most immediate relief of our body restoration services, however not necessarily the most long lasting. For total body restoration of long standing issues or severe injuries, please contact us to discuss the use of other therapies such as bowenwork or postural exercise in conjunction with massage. See the menu of services for more details and pricing.