Our Therapeutic Techniques and Services:
Medical Massage
Medical massage is a manual technique that is used in a rehabilitative therapy
environment. It is not a general massage treatment like Swedish; rather, it is a therapy
applied to a specific problem area or pathology. Our medical massage therapist uses many
of the same techniques as Swedish massage, but uses them as a preliminary softening of
tissue in order to get to the deep muscle tissue, complex joint systems, and inelastic
connective tissue. Medical massage combines several manual therapies, including
Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, acupressure, neuromuscular massage, craniosacral
therapy, and manual lymph drainage.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. When muscles are
stressed, they block oxygen and nutrients, leading to inflammation that builds up toxins
in the muscle tissue. A deep-tissue massage helps loosen muscle tissues, release toxins
from muscles and get blood and oxygen circulating properly. This type of massage also
breaks down scar tissue, known as restrictive fascia (pronounced, fasha). Clients are
usually instructed to drink plenty of water for a couple of days following the massage to
help eliminate the released toxins.
Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is a gentle, rhythmic massage administered to relax soft body tissue and
facilitate healing. It is lighter in touch than other forms of massage and includes long
flowing strokes, kneading, and friction techniques on more superficial layers of the
muscles. It can loosen stiff joints, reduce muscle tension, and help clear nasal or chest
congestion. Swedish massage contributes to overall well-being and is widely prescribed by
physicians to enhance treatment for insomnia, anxiety, and depression.
Manual Lymph Drainage
Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a special treatment technique which utilizes lymphatic
pathways to empty and decompress fluid-filled areas, allowing the limb to return to
normal or near normal size. Compression therapy often occurs with an MLD treatment.
Multiple layers of low stretch bandages are applied to the limb in order to achieve a graded
compression to prevent the area from refilling with evacuated fluid. In a later phase of
treatment, compression garments are worn.
Sports Massage
Sports massage is, generally, geared towards athletes and usually given before or after an
athletic event. Before an event, it is used to promote peak performance, improve
flexibility, and reduce the risk of injury. It is used after an event to help reduce muscle
soreness and swelling, break down toxins, and increase blood circulation.
Trigger Point
Trigger point therapy is a bodywork technique that involves the applying of pressure to
tender muscle tissue in order to relieve pain and dysfunction in other parts of the body.
Oftentimes massage and trigger point therapy are performed together. Trigger point
therapy is also called myofascial trigger point therapy. It was developed by Dr. Janet
Travell in the United States in the 1940s.
Acupressure
Acupressure was originally devised in the U.S. as a quick stress-reliever for high-powered
professionals too busy to leave their desks. Acupressure focuses on muscles in the back,
arms, hands, shoulders, neck and head, where tension and pain often build up in
desk-bound staff working under pressure. It uses more than 100 different stress release
points on the head, neck, shoulders, arms and back. This is intended not only to relax
tense and aching muscles, but to release energy and invigorate both mind and body. The
trained therapist uses hands, thumbs and even elbows to knead, prod, pull and stretch the
muscles. This can feel a little painful but should not be uncomfortable. Acupressure is
often used in tandem with more traditional massage methods or with aromatherapy.
Chair Massage
Chair or "Seated" massage makes use of a special, comfortable massage chair that the fully
clothed client is seated in and receives treatment on the back, neck, arms, and hands. The
chair massage helps to release stress, muscle tension, and pain, while increasing
circulation. It is very helpful for employees who sit for long hours and/or use computers
in preventing serious conditions such as carpel tunnel syndrome, rounded shoulder/head
forward postural problems, and other work-related conditions. It can be done at location
of employment, at special events, and in our massage studio. Corporate accounts are
available.
Medical Massage
Medical massage is a manual technique that is used in a rehabilitative therapy
environment. It is not a general massage treatment like Swedish; rather, it is a therapy
applied to a specific problem area or pathology. Our medical massage therapist uses many
of the same techniques as Swedish massage, but uses them as a preliminary softening of
tissue in order to get to the deep muscle tissue, complex joint systems, and inelastic
connective tissue. Medical massage combines several manual therapies, including
Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, acupressure, neuromuscular massage, craniosacral
therapy, and manual lymph drainage.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. When muscles are
stressed, they block oxygen and nutrients, leading to inflammation that builds up toxins
in the muscle tissue. A deep-tissue massage helps loosen muscle tissues, release toxins
from muscles and get blood and oxygen circulating properly. This type of massage also
breaks down scar tissue, known as restrictive fascia (pronounced, fasha). Clients are
usually instructed to drink plenty of water for a couple of days following the massage to
help eliminate the released toxins.
Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is a gentle, rhythmic massage administered to relax soft body tissue and
facilitate healing. It is lighter in touch than other forms of massage and includes long
flowing strokes, kneading, and friction techniques on more superficial layers of the
muscles. It can loosen stiff joints, reduce muscle tension, and help clear nasal or chest
congestion. Swedish massage contributes to overall well-being and is widely prescribed by
physicians to enhance treatment for insomnia, anxiety, and depression.
Manual Lymph Drainage
Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a special treatment technique which utilizes lymphatic
pathways to empty and decompress fluid-filled areas, allowing the limb to return to
normal or near normal size. Compression therapy often occurs with an MLD treatment.
Multiple layers of low stretch bandages are applied to the limb in order to achieve a graded
compression to prevent the area from refilling with evacuated fluid. In a later phase of
treatment, compression garments are worn.
Sports Massage
Sports massage is, generally, geared towards athletes and usually given before or after an
athletic event. Before an event, it is used to promote peak performance, improve
flexibility, and reduce the risk of injury. It is used after an event to help reduce muscle
soreness and swelling, break down toxins, and increase blood circulation.
Trigger Point
Trigger point therapy is a bodywork technique that involves the applying of pressure to
tender muscle tissue in order to relieve pain and dysfunction in other parts of the body.
Oftentimes massage and trigger point therapy are performed together. Trigger point
therapy is also called myofascial trigger point therapy. It was developed by Dr. Janet
Travell in the United States in the 1940s.
Acupressure
Acupressure was originally devised in the U.S. as a quick stress-reliever for high-powered
professionals too busy to leave their desks. Acupressure focuses on muscles in the back,
arms, hands, shoulders, neck and head, where tension and pain often build up in
desk-bound staff working under pressure. It uses more than 100 different stress release
points on the head, neck, shoulders, arms and back. This is intended not only to relax
tense and aching muscles, but to release energy and invigorate both mind and body. The
trained therapist uses hands, thumbs and even elbows to knead, prod, pull and stretch the
muscles. This can feel a little painful but should not be uncomfortable. Acupressure is
often used in tandem with more traditional massage methods or with aromatherapy.
Chair Massage
Chair or "Seated" massage makes use of a special, comfortable massage chair that the fully
clothed client is seated in and receives treatment on the back, neck, arms, and hands. The
chair massage helps to release stress, muscle tension, and pain, while increasing
circulation. It is very helpful for employees who sit for long hours and/or use computers
in preventing serious conditions such as carpel tunnel syndrome, rounded shoulder/head
forward postural problems, and other work-related conditions. It can be done at location
of employment, at special events, and in our massage studio. Corporate accounts are
available.
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