 Deep Tissue
Deep tissue massage is designed to relieve pain and muscle tension throughout the body. This type of massage is extremely beneficial because it reaches the deepest layer of muscles, fascia (connective tissue surrounding the joints) and tendons. The goal in deep tissue massage is to breakdown adhesions (tense areas within the muscle). Adhesions in the muscle are very important to address because they cause pain, inflammation and limit motion of the muscles and joints.
Myoskeletal Aliment
(Eric Dalton) One distinguishing goal that establishes the MAT method apart from other techniques is its dependence on identification and correction of joint fixations. This is accomplished by systematically releasing deep spinal muscles, ligaments and fibrotic joint capsules that torsion and compress spinal joints. I have taken the MAT method and adapted it into the full bodywork session.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release is a safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure into the Myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. This essential “time element” has to do with the viscous flow and the piezoelectric phenomenon: a low load (gentle pressure) applied slowly will allow a viscoelastic medium (fascia) to elongate.
Connective Tissue for Specific Injury
Connective tissue is the material inside your body that supports many of its parts. It is the "cellular glue" that gives your tissues their shape and helps keep them strong. It also helps some of your tissues do their work. Cartilage and fat are examples of connective tissue. I use a variety of techniques to break up the adhesions and stiffness that occur after an injury. This allows your healing process to speed up and finish.
Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy is also known as Myotherapy or Neuromuscular Therapy and applies concentrated finger pressure to "trigger points" (painful irritated areas in muscles) to break cycles of spasm and pain. It appears that most muscular pains have a trigger point that causes the muscle to go into spasms. Trigger Point Therapy involves placing pressure on that trigger point so that the muscle can relax and the pain can be lessened. Pressure is generally applied with fingers, knuckles, and elbows. This form of therapy is often followed by stretching the muscles. The basic idea is that the trigger point which is the source of the pain is not always where the patient feels the pain. The trigger point could be several inches away from the place where they feel the discomfort or pain.
Energy Medicine
This is a spiritual system that works with the client’s consciousness and energy field to heal people on the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels. The specific skills and techniques balance, charge, clear and repair the energy field to help restore health on all levels. This powerful healing work touches every aspect of a person’s life to improve the quality of life.
Prenatal Massage
Prenatal Massage focuses on the mother-to-be as she goes through the changes due to pregnancy. This is not a replacement for medical care, but rather as an adjunct to aid in the health and rapid recovery of the mother. I will focus treatment on the concerns of each trimester. After the mother has given birth, treatment will assist in restoring the body back to its normal condition. Prenatal massage may also help reduce and/or eliminate excess water retention. Massage therapy enhances the function of muscles and joints, improves circulation and general body tone, and relieves mental and physical fatigue.
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy offers diverse physical and psychological benefits, depending on the essential oil or oil combination and method of application used. Some common medicinal properties of essential oils used in aromatherapy include: analgesic, antimicrobial, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, astringent, sedative, antispasmodic, expectorant, diuretic, and sedative. Essential oils are used to treat a wide range of symptoms and conditions. I use the highest quality essential oils by Young Living.
Benefits of Massage Therapy
Benefits of Relieving Tension-Related Headaches
• Decreases occurrences of tension headaches, sleep disturbances and distress symptoms
• Allows one to maintain a level of relaxation and stress-relief, reducing the chances of stress induced migraines
• Massage for headaches can also reduce muscle spasms and trigger points
Benefits of Strengthening the Immune System
• Increases the body's natural killer cells
• Aids in the fight against bacteria and infection
• Naturally enhances the body's ability to get nourishment to important areas
Benefits of Improved Post-Operative Surgical Rehabilitation
•Assists the body in pumping more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs
•Accelerates the surgical recovery process
•Aids in improving joint movement and flexibility
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