Swedish Massage is a very relaxing and therapeutic style of bodywork. It combines oils or lotion with an array of strokes such as rolling, kneading, and percussion to help the body improve its circulation. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include relief from aches and pains, decreased stress levels in the body, enhanced mental clarity, improved appearance, and greater flexibility.
Types of massage that fall into the Swedish Massage category include Deep tissue and relaxation massage.
At the time of your appointment, we will discuss your specific goals, needs and expectations from our sessions and continue to update these goals and needs as we develop our therapeutic relationship.
Chair massage is a popular way of relieving stress and releasing tension. In addition to the usual health benefits of massage, another benefit of chair massage is that it is done over the clothing. With seated massage, you can avoid the discomfort and awkwardness that you may feel in disrobing for a traditional massage. Also, chair massage sessions are usually shorter than traditional massage, making it convenient enough to fit into your busy schedule.
On site and workplace events can be reserved with at least 30 day notice and pending scheduling availability. There will be a 50% reservation deposit required 7 days prior to the event and a 2 hour minimum time requirement at the rate of $125 per hour- final payment due upon service.
Pregnancy Massage is a style of bodywork designed specifically for pregnant women. Pregnancy is a time when a woman's body endures tremendous stress due to dramatic physical and emotional changes. Using various techniques specially developed for the expecting mother, Pregnancy Massage helps release the pain and discomfort experienced throughout pregnancy. The benefits are profound, including emotional support, the relief of joint pain due to extra weight and postural imbalance, and improved breathing and relaxation.
I offer different options to best fit your comfort, weather you choose to use the pregnancy cushion so you can lay on your tummy again, or side lying is up to you and baby. We can discuss and test both options prior to treatment and always remember that we can switch positions if the need arises. Your comfort and safety are the top priority.
Please keep in mind, there will be a little bit of extra paperwork that will need to be filled out before your first pregnancy massage so that I am able to serve you in the best way possible.
If there is any interest in "just tummy time" service, I can schedule time for you to enjoy quiet "tummy time" at the rate of $.50 per minute. You may choose to have me in the room with you, or I can step out into the lobby area so you can enjoy the ability to lay, without disruption, on your stomach and regain a sense of normalcy.
"Just Tummy Time" is a test service I would like to offer. I will still ask that you complete the necessary pregnancy paperwork, even though there will be no "hands on" included, to assure everyone stays safe.
Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue therapy intended to eliminate pain, increase range of motion, and rebalance the entire body. It does this by using massage techniques to stretch the fascia and release the bonds that exist between the fascia, muscles and bones. Fascia is the connective tissue that connects and covers all muscles, organs, and skeletal structures of the body. Direct myofascial release is sometimes known as deep tissue work. Indirect release applies light pressure and gently stretches the fascia; this allows for increased blood circulation and relief from pain.
During our initial consultation prior to the appointment, we will discuss your concerns, goals and plan, perhaps integrating multiple techniques into our session to best fit your needs.