What is massage?

Massage is a body-rub given to improve circulation and relax muscles. It is the systemic manipulation of the soft tissues in your body by such movements as rubbing kneading, rolling, and tapping, for the purpose of circulation of the blood, relaxation of muscles, relief of pain, restoration of metabolic balance an other benefits both physical and mental.

Massage can help improve your physical performance, and lower your fatigue level in every sport or form of exercise. By reducing fatigue, massage enables you to train better with longer, more effective work-outs.

Massage therapists use touch as a way to sooth and provide a comforting connection that is calming and allows the powerful healing mechanisms of your body to function. Massage therapy offers a safe way for you to experience human touch and give your body and mind a nurturing personal experience.

What can I expect?

Your massage will be given by a licensed massage therapist with many hours of training. Before your massage, inform your therapist of any medical or health conditions he or she should be aware of.

Most people undress completely, for full body massage, though you may  choose to wear underwear. Your are warmly draped at all times, except for the area being worked on.

Your massage will take place on a table especially designed for stability and comfort. the room will be warm and quite, often with soft music to set a relaxing mood.

What techniques* might be used?

Swedish* - This is massage that most people are familiar with. Swedish massage is generally done with the aid of oils and incorporates long, slow strokes creating a very relaxing experience.

Deep Tissue* - This type of massage is directed toward the deeper tissues. It help lengthen muscles, establish structural and functional integrity, improved range-of-motion, and enhance balance and grace. Deep tissue massage is often described as "very intense". It is very beneficial for both physical and psychological balance.

Trigger Point* - Trigger points are highly irritable spots in the muscle. Trigger points may be caused by injury or overuse of the muscle. Locating and deactivating trigger points reduces pain and improves function.

Acupressure* - This ancient therapy is based on the same traditional Oriental medical principles used in acupuncture. It addresses many body/mind/soul complaints, such as fatigue, stress, chronic body aches and pains, headaches, back problems, anxiety and insomnia. This allows the body to relax and mind to be clear and focused.

Reflexology* - Based on the art and sciences of enhancing your own healing forces by stimulation certain points in the hands and feet that affect organs or functions in distant part of your body.

Injury Rehabilitation* - Rehabilitation massage focuses on the restoration of tissue function following injury. It is also invaluable for identifying trouble spots before they progress into injury. This massage can be incorporated with full body treatments to create a more holistic experience.

What do I do after my massage?

When our massage is finished, your therapist will leave the room while you dress. be aware that massage can be very relaxing, and affects all of your body's systems. Give yourself a moment to reorient before slowly getting up from the table. Your therapist may also recommend that you drink extra fluids for the next several hours to help flush out any toxins or waste from your body.

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