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Description of Massages
Signature Bodywork Massage
The Bodywork Signature Massage is our regular hour and a half session that includes a combination of massage styles and techniques called integrated therapy. Therapeutic in nature and designed to relieve lower back pain, sciatica,and sore tense muscles while still being a part of the relaxational massage family. In some cases deep pressure, PNF stretching and/or Thai Massage will also be incorporated. Each massage is different depending what your body's needs are for that session. We also offer massage in 30 min and 60 minute increments. Deep Tissue- indicates that mostly if not all deep massage techniques are used throughout complete session. |
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Deep Tissue/Sports Massage
This massage is a popular choice for our weekend warriors. Our Sports Massage is not just a deep tissue massage; we use a variation of high energy vibrating and deep massage strokes to increase blood flow to recovering muscles. Several rotations of massage techniques can be used on the same muscle group and it is common to use a full hour session on just that specific group. Physicians often order this type of massage to speed up recovery and to increase range of motion for their injured patients; while athletes find this an effective way to ready themselves for both pre and post sporting events. Our Sports Massage is offered in both a 60 and 90 minute session for more of a full body "workout". |
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Swedish Massage  Swedish Massage is the most common massage taught and practiced. It's sole purpose is for relaxation. Very light pressure is used in Swedish Massage. It is done using five basic strokes: effleurage, petrassage, friction, vibration and tapotement. all strokes are gentle, gliding and centripetal (flowing towards the heart) in nature. Swedish massage is most practiced in Day Spas. |
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Hot Stone Massage
Designed to release the flow of energy through the 7 Chakras of the body, Hot Stone Massage has become a popular therapy in the recent years. Performed with specially charged flat and oval river stones which are heated to a temperature slightly above that of the natural human's body, the stones are placed on certain reflex points. This helps the body release stress and increases the Chi or energy flow. We also use the hot stones as tools in the massage portion of this spa treatment. By far this is the best and least painful way to work on sore hypertense muscles and the oh so common Runner's IT Band trigger point pain. Sessions last 60 or 90 minutes, and for best results must be performed with massage oil rather than creme. |
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Swe-Thai Massage (offered only as part of our Signature Massage)
Traditional Thai Massage put in simple terms, is the therapist putting you in a series of yoga positions. It is done on the floor with both you and the therapist fully clothed.
Swe-Thai Massage is done on a conventional massage table, with you undressed to your comfort level under a blanket and/or sheet and incorporates both the relaxing swedish massage techniques and the more therapeutic principals found in Thai Massage, basically an intense relaxing yoga class will be given to you.
Thai includes a lot of deep pressure compression, stretching, pulling and bending. Sessions are usually an hour and a half, you can also request a 60 minute routine. Expect to feel regenerated and vibrant afterwards. If you have severe problems with herniated disk or osteoporosis, then a more e gentle form of Swe-Thai is available. Please wear non-binding clothing and do not eat two hours prior this treatment. |
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Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT)
NMT has also been called trigger point therapy. It is done with a more concise, pinpointed application of pressure. Over a period of time a muscle will start to store an accumulation of toxins, these spots are called trigger points. Sometimes when the therapist hits a trigger point there may be some discomfort involved, soon this sensation will disappear and the muscle tension will return to normal. |
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Myofascial Release (MFR)
MFR is done using slow, deep strokes with little to no lubricant. It is designed to warm up the strong connective tissue which lies underneath the epidermis and sometimes gets "stuck" due to atrophy, injury, bad posture or stress, thereby preventing ease of mobility. |
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  Craniosacral Therapy (CST)
Also known as Cranial Osteopathy, Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on method and targets the spine and skull to improve functioning of the central nervous system and boosts the body’s self-healing properties. First practiced by American Physician William Sutherland at the turn of the 20th century, CST is now performed by Chiropractors, massage therapist and other types of Doctors to alleviate various conditions.
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 PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)
 PNF stretching is an occupational and physical therapy procedure designed in the 1940s and 1950s to rehabilitate patients with paralysis. It is often a combination of passive stretching and isometrics contractions. In the 1980s, components of PNF began to be used by sport therapists on healthy athletes. The most common PNF leg or arm positions encourage flexibility and coordination throughout the limb's entire range of motion. PNF is used to supplement daily stretching and is employed to make quick gains in range of motion to help athletes improve performance. Good range of motion makes better biomechanics, reduces fatigue and helps prevent overuse injuries. PNF is practiced by chiropractors, physical therapists, occupational therapists, massage therapists, athletic trainers and others.
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Ultrasound and E-Stim
Ultrasound and Electronic Stimulation are both therapeutic modalities used for rehabilation. Ultrasound sends gentle heat waves deep into the muscle, helping relax tight tissue. E-Stim, stimulates the muscle and increases healing time. Dr's Rx may be required for this therapy. |
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All appointments must be secured with a credit card. Proper spa etiquette requires that you provide 24 hours notice to our office if there is a need to reschedule. A fee equal to 50% of the services scheduled, will be applied to your credit card on file or to any pre-paid package, for any missed but not cancelled appointments.
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