STANDARD THERAPEUTIC SESSIONS

Swedish Massage

Massage consisting of longer, smoother, evenly-timed strokes meant to increase the oxygen flow in the blood, stimulate circulation, and release cellular debri from the body. Pressure can be adjusted.

Deep Tissue Massage

A variety of strokes targeting the deep muscle layers, bellies and attachments to address chronic patterns of pain and tension in the body. This may be uncomfortable at times for someone inexperienced with deeper work.

Orthopedic Massage

A comprehensive system for the treatment of soft tissue orthopedic disorders. This systematic approach includes several key components: assessment, treatment technique variety, knowledge of conditions and physiology, understanding of the physiological effects of techniques, and rehabilitation protocols.

Trigger Point Therapy

Deeper work using intense sustained pressure applied in intervals on the "knots" and referred pain from areas of concern.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Light, gentle, rhythmic strokes designed to encourage the movement of lymph fluid- which aids in the formation of lymphocytes that produce antibodies, increasing the body's resistance to infection. It helps to drain sluggish lymph nodes and activates the lymphatic system to remove waste more rapidly.

Myofascial Release

MFR utilizes sustained pressure into connective tissue without the application of lubricants, lengthening and stretching fascia to address restrictions causing pain, immobility and limited range of motion.

Craniosacral Therapy

CST is non-invasive bodywork consisting of gentle pressure on the bones on the head, sacrum, and spinal column to relieve stress and pain caused by compression.

Customized/Combination Sessions

A fusion of various modalities designed to suit individual needs and preferences which may include Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Stretching, Swedish, Myofascial Release, and Craniosacral techniques.

Sports Massage

Geared toward achieving maximum athletic performance, the particulars of sports massage techniques are specific to an athlete’s sport of choice. Focusing on areas of the body that are overused and stressed from repetitive and often aggressive movements, this session supports physical fitness, helps reduce the demands of athletic training on the body, and improves recovery time.

Cupping

Using negative pressure instead of deep compression, cupping is the combination of massage movements with the use of a suction device on the skin. A cup is positioned at the area to be treated and a vacuum is created within the cup to decompress the underlying tissue, increasing blood and lymphatic circulation systemically and to the local area, relaxing muscles and connective tissue and drawing stagnation, pathogenic elements and toxins out of the body - releasing a myriad of pain causing factors.

Prenatal Massage

Therapeutic bodywork focusing on the unique needs of the mother-to-be as her body goes through the dramatic changes of pregnancy. Side lying positioning and extra pillows are used.

PNF/Stretching

Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation is a method of stretching muscles to maximize their flexibility and involves a series of contractions and relaxations with enforced stretching during the relaxation phase. 

Medical Massage

Medical massage is the application of specific modalities indicated for diagnosed medical conditions with specific outcomes and goals being the basis for treatment.

Oncology Massage

Oncology massage is the modification of existing massage therapy techniques designed to safely meet the unique and changing needs of those affected by cancer or the side effects caused by cancer treatments. 

Palliative Care & Hospice Massage

In-home Palliative Care Massage is specialized massage for people living with a terminal illness. This type of massage is focused on relief from symptoms, comfort, and quality of life.