Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage is primarily used to relax the body
& mind with slow, light to medium pressured strokes
over the body. It is also used to shorten recovery time
after exercise by removing metabolic wastes out of
the muscles. The strokes and manipulations of this
massage are designed with therapeutic benefit in
mind. This massage helps to improve blood return
from extremities and does not increase heart load.
This massage also stretches ligaments and tendons
and relaxes the nerves while stimulating the skin.
Swedish massage is a regular component in stress
management programs.
Deep Tissue Massage
As the name suggests, this therapy is used to release
chronic muscle tension by slower, deeper, and more
direct touch. Deep tissue massage locates ingrained
areas of discomfort and slowly opens them.
Neuromuscular Therapy
Neuromuscular Therapy is a combination of both
Trigger Point Therapy and Myofascial Release
techniques. Its purpose is to balance the nervous
system with the musculoskeletal system in efforts to
relieve nerve pain caused by pressure from soft
tissues including muscles, fascia, and tendons. This
technique has shown to help with conditions such as
carpal tunnel syndrome, TMJ, back pain, neck pain,
scoliosis, sciatica, fibromyalgia, and migraines.
Reflexology
Reflexology is based on the theory of reflex points in
the hands and feet, which are a feature of Oriental
medicine. In Oriental theory bodily energy flows
through invisible routes called channels or meridians.
These channels end at the feet and hands. They are
also represented on the ears. Specific points and
areas are directly related to bodily organs, functions
and systems. Pressing these points as in
acupressure and manipulating these areas results in
a treatment effect similar to acupressure.
Reiki
Reiki Therapy is used to balance and amplify energy
for the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well
being of the recipient. The Reiki therapist is used as
a channel to draw energy from the universe, through
the palms of his/her hands, to the recipients' chakras,
glands and major organs. The therapist may also use
verbally guided visualization to techniques to relax,
reduce stress and see his/her own well-being.
Pregnancy, Labor & Post Partum Massage
Pregnancy Massage is designed to relieve muscular
tension and structural discomforts, enhances body
awareness and offers emotional support to reduce
anxiety & stress. The therapist will use comfortable
positioning with pillows for the expectant mother
along with a variety of massage techniques to nurture
and sooth her. This massage is helpful in relieving
discomfort due to weight gain and swelling in the
body.
Labor Massage is designed to provide emotional
support, relieve birthing anxiety and manage birthing
pain to create a more relaxed and assuring labor
process.
Postpartum Massage is designed to help the
mother's body return to pre-pregnancy functioning by
addressing structural imbalances, rehabilitating skin,
muscles, and organs, and by reducing pain. It can
alleviate the strain of carrying and caring for a
newborn child and provide nurturing emotional care
for the mother through the postpartum stages.
Polarity
Polarity therapy developed by Dr Randolph Stone,
DO, DC, ND, employs a profound system that blends
both eastern and western concepts of health. It deals
with the whole person, mentally, emotionally and
physically, by helping the body to heal itself naturally.
Polarity Therapy works on many different levels:
subtle energy; nervous, musculo-skeletal,
cardiovascular, respiratory and digestive systems;
gynaecological (excellent in pregnancy and
after-care) and at emotional and mental levels. It has
been found useful in dealing with many varied and
different expressions of disease by unlocking the
holding patterns that create the symptoms.
Heated Stone Massage
Stone Massage is designed to create a greater
intensity of relaxation of the muscles by first applying
water-heated basalt stones of varying sizes to key
points on the body. This allows manipulation of a
greater intensity than with regular massage and a
sensation of comfort and warmth.
Our Signature Integrated Massage
Integrated Massage is a blend of the modalities listed
above. It is a personalized session utilizing different
techniques based on the receiver's needs. Soothing
heat, application of hot stones, and aromatherapy are
added at no extra charge.
Esalen
While the strokes are similar to Swedish, the philosophy and intent are quite different. Swedish massage was developed as part of gymnastics, ESALEN as part of Gestalt psychotherapy. ESALEN seeks to help the person live more comfortably in his or her own body and integrate body, mind and spirit into a more harmonious whole person.
Fees
60 Minute Session $ 75
75 Minute Session $ 90
90 Minute Session $110
Hot Stone $105 (75 minute session)
$120 (90 minute session)
Reiki Sessions $ 60