What is Massage Therapy?

    Massage therapy is recognized as one of the oldest methods of healing. Massage is applications of various techniques to the muscular structure and soft tissue of the body. Techniques include applying fixed or movable pressure, holding, vibration, rocking, kneading and compression using primarily the hands.

    Here are some of the Physical and Mental Benefits of Massage

*  relaxes the whole body

*  loosens tight muscles

*  relieves tired and aching muscles

*  increases flexibility and range of motion

*  diminishes chronic pain

*  calms the nervous system

*  lowers blood pressure and heart rate

*  strengthens the immune system

        Here are some of the Massages we offer

CHAIR MASSAGE:

   A chair massage is done in a seated position fully clothed. It last for 15-30 minutes long and usually limited to the back, neck and arms.

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE:

   Deep tissue massage utilizes slow strokes, direct pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles with fingers, thumbs, or elbows. This type of massage works deeply into the muscles and connective tissue to release chronic aches and pains.

SWEDISH MASSAGE:

    Swedish massage involves a combination of five basic strokes and concentrates on the muscles and connective tissues of the body for improved circulation, relaxation, pain relief, and overall health maintenance and well being.

SOFT-TISSUE MASSAGE:

     Soft-tissue massage is a generic term for any modality that is used to treat the soft tissue in the body, including muscle, fascia, and scar tissue.