Used to warm tissue and increase circulation, Swedish massage can be effective alone for some individuals, and/or prepare the body for deeper work if needed.
When muscles are causing chronic pain from stress or overuse, Deep Tissue work can be a very effective treatment, serving to realign muscles and restore proper motion. Deep Tissue can alleviate stiffness in the neck as well as common aches in shoulders, low back, arms, and legs.
Connective tissue- or fascia- surrounds all muscles, nerves, and organs of the body. Myofascial Release uses sustained pressure to hydrate this tissue, increase circulation, decrease inflammation, and eliminate pain.
If you’re an athlete or work out regularly, massage can provide countless benefits. It serves to reduce muscle cramping, loosen hypertonic muscles, and improve overall performance. Consistent massage will increase your body awareness.
Massage is beneficial at any stage of pregnancy. It serves to reduce overall stress level, loosen tight muscles in low back and hips, improve sleep, and increase circulation. It can also alleviate joint pain and reduce edema (swelling).
Massage can effectively eliminate or greatly improve common injuries sustained in automobile accidents such as whiplash, sprains/strains, broken bones, or other injury to neck, low back, arms, and legs. Accidents can be very traumatic, and massage can help calm the nervous system and reduce overall stress level.