The human touch is an invaluable tool for healing, compassion, and support. Healers throughout time have intuitively developed a wide range of therapeutic tools using touch. We now have scientific proof of the benefits ranging from treating chronic diseases and injuries to alleviating pain and stress. Experts estimate that 80-90 percent of disease is stress-related. There are specific physiological and psychological changes that occur during a massage, including a sense of relaxation, decreasing anxiety, lowering blood pressure, increasing circulation, improving recovery from illness and sleep, and reducing fatigue. Massage therapy is a nurturing, non-invasive, drug-free, humanistic approach to assist the body in healing itself.
The benefits of receiving regular massage and/or bodywork treatments include:
- Increased circulation: allowing the body to pump oxygen and vital nutrients to all tissues in the body
- Stimulating lymph flow (the body's natural defense system) against toxic invaders, also improving the condition of the body's largest organ (the skin)
- Relaxes overused and injured muscles, increases joint flexibility and range of motion
- Reduces spasms and cramping and reduces recovery time for any athlete
- Releases endorphins (the bodys natural painkiller)
- Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema and can be used to realign scar tissue
- Relieves migraine pain and decreases the need for medication
- Assists with shorter labor for expectant mothers, as well as less need for medication, less depression and anxiety, and shorter hospital stays
We offer...
Therapeutic Massage
A full body massage and customized blend of practitioner integration techniques including circulatory, passive stretching, tui na, acupressure, and deep tissue.
Deep Tissue/Sports
The deep, slow techniques aims to realign any structural imbalance by releasing contracted muscles or muscle groups, which allow surrounding muscles and bones to lie correctly. A combination of myofascial release, cross-friction, and trigger point work is followed by passive movement and PNF stretches.
Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese therapy meaning "finger pressure". Pressure is applied to specific points on the body using one's fingers and palms to correct imbalances. A harmonious balance is restored between mind and body. Loose comfortable clothing is recommended for this treatment.
Maternity Massage
Typically enjoyed during the second and third trimester, this custom massage is designed to relieve tired and tense shoulders, back, and feet. Both mom and baby can enjoy the relaxing and restorative benefits of a gentle massage and healing touch.
Massage Pricing:
* 50-min massage: $85
* 5 pack: $400 (Save $25)
* 10-pack: $760 (Buy 9, Get 10th FREE)
* 80-min massage: $110
* 5 pack: $525
* 10 pack: $990 (Buy 9, Get 10th FREE)
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