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Massage therapy is the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body and is helpful for pain relief, relaxation, improved circulation, swelling reduction and improvement of lymphatic drainage. There are many types of massage including: Swedish, Pre-Natal, Infant, Trigger Point, Myofascial, Sports, Shiatsu, Neuromuscular and Deep Tissue.
Benefits Include:
• Help relieve stress and aids relaxation
• Help relieve muscle tension and stiffness
• Promoting faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments
• Reducing muscle spasms
• Increasing joint flexibility and range of motion
• Improving athletic performance
• Encouraging deeper and easier breathing
• Improving circulation of blood and movement of lymph fluids
• Reducing blood pressure
• Strengthening the immune system
• Satisfying need for caring and nurturing touch
• Reducing anxiety and improves feelings of well being
What To Expect
At your first session you will be asked to complete a client intake form. Be sure to notify your practitioner of any pertinent medical history or areas of concern.
Most types of massage utilize oils and/or lotions and creams. You will be asked to remove your clothing to your level of comfort while the therapist steps out of the room. The more clothing removed, the more therapeutic your massage. Your massage will take place on a cushioned table and only the area being massaged will be undraped.
A typical massage lasts about an hour. When the massage is complete your therapist will leave the room while you dress yourself. When you are ready the therapist will reenter the room and you will discuss your feelings about how the massage went.
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