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Orthopedic Massage (Deep Tissue Massage) uses a broad spectrum of techniques and approaches such as trigger point therapy, deep transverse friction, myofascial approaches, and muscle energy techniques, etc, to treat soft tissue pain, dysfunction and injury. It was characterized by functional musculoskeletal assessment, matching the physiology of the tissue injury with the physiological effects of deep tissue and fascia massage and systematic strength and stretch training and exercises. As a comprehensive system, orthopedic massage is capable of integrating a wide variety of the most effective techniques in the treatment of soft tissue pain, dysfunction and injuries.
Sports / Injury Massage is a deep form of soft tissue work that is applied in a sporting context. It employs many techniques such as Swedish massage, soft tissue release, trigger point therapy (neuromuscular techniques), myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, positional release, connective tissue manipulation and more. Sport massage is not limited to athletes. It is appropriate for anyone who is in need of remedial or soft tissue work irrespective of age, level of fitness or gender. Remedial effects of sports massage can be beneficial in the post-surgical setting, as an adjunct to physiotherapy, osteopathy or chiropractic in rehabilitative therapy or as a health benefit within the office environment. Within the sporting context, sports massage could be a regular part of their training programs rather than having sporadic massage session due to its cumulative benefits to performance enhancement.
Structural Integration (SI, Rolfing) focuses on the fascia, the protective structural layer surrounding all muscles, bones and organs. With the continuous force of gravity and the additional stress of daily activity or injury, the fascia gradually shortens, tightens and adjusts to accommodate the resulting misalignment in the body. This often culminates in stiffness, discomfort and low energy. SI therapy aligns and balances the body by lengthening and re-positioning the fascia. Those who seek SI therapy often struggle with a limited range of motion, chronic pain, or stress from a physical occupation or hobby. Some even delve into SI therapy to address psychological issues or to explore their own human potential. SI therapy is offered in a ten-session package, with each session lasting about 60-90 minutes.
Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques (MAT) Pain in the neck, back, and extremities are caused by fundamental problems with the musculoskeletal system. Tight, stressed muscles limit freedom of movement while weak muscles provide inadequate support for the body. These issues lead to posture problems, stiffness, and other symptoms resulting in an endless cycle of pain. By addressing the fundamental issues in the muscles and fascia, the associated symptoms are relieved. MAT blend the principles of osteopathy and structural integration to relieve chronic pain and reduce the potential for new chronic pain. MAT are integrated into regular massage and bodywork sessions. A session of MAT can alleviate pain considerably and bring the body back to a neutral state before developing a vicious cycle of pain. This type of bodywork can be especially useful for those in stressful or physically repetitive occupations, as these roles can place a great deal of strain on the musculoskeletal system.
Myofascial Release is the ultimate therapy to safely, gently and consistently produce lasting results. The fascia covering each muscle allows our muscles to move freely. However, this protective layer can become damaged due to overuse, underuse, injury, or inflammation. This creates adhesions, areas where the fascia becomes thick and inflexible, causing pain, stiffness and a limited range of motion. Untreated, advanced adhesions are known as myofascial restrictions and can produce tensile pressures of approximately 2,000 pounds per square inch on pain sensitive structures that do not show up in many standard medical tests (x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans, electromyography, etc.). This means that myofascial restrictions can lead to other more serious injuries. Medical treatment and massage therapy can be used to alleviate these symptoms, but these traditional approaches do not address the root of the problem like Myofascial Release techniques do. Most patients who turn to Myofascial Release do so once those traditional methods do not produce lasting results. Those struggling with the following issues will benefit from this type of therapy:
Sports / Injury Massage is a deep form of soft tissue work that is applied in a sporting context. It employs many techniques such as Swedish massage, soft tissue release, trigger point therapy (neuromuscular techniques), myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, positional release, connective tissue manipulation and more. Sport massage is not limited to athletes. It is appropriate for anyone who is in need of remedial or soft tissue work irrespective of age, level of fitness or gender. Remedial effects of sports massage can be beneficial in the post-surgical setting, as an adjunct to physiotherapy, osteopathy or chiropractic in rehabilitative therapy or as a health benefit within the office environment. Within the sporting context, sports massage could be a regular part of their training programs rather than having sporadic massage session due to its cumulative benefits to performance enhancement.
Structural Integration (SI, Rolfing) focuses on the fascia, the protective structural layer surrounding all muscles, bones and organs. With the continuous force of gravity and the additional stress of daily activity or injury, the fascia gradually shortens, tightens and adjusts to accommodate the resulting misalignment in the body. This often culminates in stiffness, discomfort and low energy. SI therapy aligns and balances the body by lengthening and re-positioning the fascia. Those who seek SI therapy often struggle with a limited range of motion, chronic pain, or stress from a physical occupation or hobby. Some even delve into SI therapy to address psychological issues or to explore their own human potential. SI therapy is offered in a ten-session package, with each session lasting about 60-90 minutes.
Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques (MAT) Pain in the neck, back, and extremities are caused by fundamental problems with the musculoskeletal system. Tight, stressed muscles limit freedom of movement while weak muscles provide inadequate support for the body. These issues lead to posture problems, stiffness, and other symptoms resulting in an endless cycle of pain. By addressing the fundamental issues in the muscles and fascia, the associated symptoms are relieved. MAT blend the principles of osteopathy and structural integration to relieve chronic pain and reduce the potential for new chronic pain. MAT are integrated into regular massage and bodywork sessions. A session of MAT can alleviate pain considerably and bring the body back to a neutral state before developing a vicious cycle of pain. This type of bodywork can be especially useful for those in stressful or physically repetitive occupations, as these roles can place a great deal of strain on the musculoskeletal system.
Myofascial Release is the ultimate therapy to safely, gently and consistently produce lasting results. The fascia covering each muscle allows our muscles to move freely. However, this protective layer can become damaged due to overuse, underuse, injury, or inflammation. This creates adhesions, areas where the fascia becomes thick and inflexible, causing pain, stiffness and a limited range of motion. Untreated, advanced adhesions are known as myofascial restrictions and can produce tensile pressures of approximately 2,000 pounds per square inch on pain sensitive structures that do not show up in many standard medical tests (x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans, electromyography, etc.). This means that myofascial restrictions can lead to other more serious injuries. Medical treatment and massage therapy can be used to alleviate these symptoms, but these traditional approaches do not address the root of the problem like Myofascial Release techniques do. Most patients who turn to Myofascial Release do so once those traditional methods do not produce lasting results. Those struggling with the following issues will benefit from this type of therapy:
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Reflexology involves the application of localized pressure to the feet and hands. It is based on a system of zones and reflex areas that purportedly reflect an image of the body on the feet and hands, with the premise that such work affects a physical change to the body. Foot Reflexology massage can be a deeply relaxing and therapeutic technique for those suffering from plantar fasciitis, ankle injuries or just everyday work and play. Therapists will apply traditional Swedish and sports massage techniques to the foot, calf and upper leg. This will not only relieve toe and ankle pain, plantar fasciitis and common forms of arthritis, but also decrease stress in the entire body.
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle approach that releases deep tensions in the central nervous system to relieve pain and improve overall health and performance. The Craniosacral system, composed of the membrane and fluid that surround, protect and nourish the brain and spinal cord, heavily influences the ability of the central nervous system to regulate normal functionality. Stressors caused even by everyday activities often cause body tissues to tighten and distort the craniosacral system, in turn causing the formation of tensions and restrictions around the brain and spinal cord. The restrictions can be detected and corrected using simple methods of touch to normalize the environment around the central nervous system. This type of therapy can even enhance the body’s ability to self-correct. Those suffering from concussions, migraines, chronic neck and back pain, stress and tension-related disorders, brain and spinal cord injuries, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, TMJ Syndrome, post-traumatic stress disorder, and orthopedic problems would benefit from CST.
Thai Massage is a mix of deep pressure massage and assisted yoga. Usually, those who are looking for an alternative to the traditional Swedish or deep tissue massage turn to this modality. Thai Massage is often performed fully clothed on a padded mat on the floor. Thai massage employs stretching, pulling, and rocking techniques to relieve tension, enhance flexibility and improve range of motion. It is sometimes called the "lazy person's yoga." The patient is guided into a series of yoga-like stretches and certain massage techniques are used, such as deep muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure. Thai massage also utilizes energy work, correcting blockages, deficiencies, and imbalances in the flow of energy. Thai massage is sometimes described as painful, but a therapist should use your feedback and adjust the degree of pressure and stretching. Thai massage is said to alleviate a variety of health problems, such as tension headaches, certain types of back pain, muscle pain and spasticity, joint stiffness. Other benefits include increased flexibility and range of motion, improved circulation and lymphatic drainage, and a boost in energy.
Shiatsu is a form of massage originating in Japan and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In Shiatsu therapy, pressure with thumbs, hands, elbows, kneed or feet is applied to Acupoints along the TCM meridians. The body has twelve meridians, named according to its corresponding organ: lung, large intestine, stomach, spleen, heart, small intestine, bladder, kidney, heart governor, triple heater, gallbladder and liver. It is believed that Shiatsu can restore and maintain the body’s energy, and is especially beneficial to those suffering from fatigue and overall weakness. This method of massage may bring relief to those with arthritis and can be used to reduce stiff neck and shoulder muscles. Shiatsu may also be used to improve the following:
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle approach that releases deep tensions in the central nervous system to relieve pain and improve overall health and performance. The Craniosacral system, composed of the membrane and fluid that surround, protect and nourish the brain and spinal cord, heavily influences the ability of the central nervous system to regulate normal functionality. Stressors caused even by everyday activities often cause body tissues to tighten and distort the craniosacral system, in turn causing the formation of tensions and restrictions around the brain and spinal cord. The restrictions can be detected and corrected using simple methods of touch to normalize the environment around the central nervous system. This type of therapy can even enhance the body’s ability to self-correct. Those suffering from concussions, migraines, chronic neck and back pain, stress and tension-related disorders, brain and spinal cord injuries, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, TMJ Syndrome, post-traumatic stress disorder, and orthopedic problems would benefit from CST.
Thai Massage is a mix of deep pressure massage and assisted yoga. Usually, those who are looking for an alternative to the traditional Swedish or deep tissue massage turn to this modality. Thai Massage is often performed fully clothed on a padded mat on the floor. Thai massage employs stretching, pulling, and rocking techniques to relieve tension, enhance flexibility and improve range of motion. It is sometimes called the "lazy person's yoga." The patient is guided into a series of yoga-like stretches and certain massage techniques are used, such as deep muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure. Thai massage also utilizes energy work, correcting blockages, deficiencies, and imbalances in the flow of energy. Thai massage is sometimes described as painful, but a therapist should use your feedback and adjust the degree of pressure and stretching. Thai massage is said to alleviate a variety of health problems, such as tension headaches, certain types of back pain, muscle pain and spasticity, joint stiffness. Other benefits include increased flexibility and range of motion, improved circulation and lymphatic drainage, and a boost in energy.
Shiatsu is a form of massage originating in Japan and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In Shiatsu therapy, pressure with thumbs, hands, elbows, kneed or feet is applied to Acupoints along the TCM meridians. The body has twelve meridians, named according to its corresponding organ: lung, large intestine, stomach, spleen, heart, small intestine, bladder, kidney, heart governor, triple heater, gallbladder and liver. It is believed that Shiatsu can restore and maintain the body’s energy, and is especially beneficial to those suffering from fatigue and overall weakness. This method of massage may bring relief to those with arthritis and can be used to reduce stiff neck and shoulder muscles. Shiatsu may also be used to improve the following:
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Aromatherapy is the practice of using the natural oils extracted from flowers, bark, stems, or other parts of a plant to enhance psychological and physical well-being. The inhaled aroma from these "essential" oils is widely believed to stimulate brain function. Essential oils can also be absorbed through the skin, where they travel through the bloodstream and can promote whole-body healing. It is used for a variety of applications, including pain relief, mood enhancement and increased cognitive function.