Swedish Massage
uses a system of long strokes, kneading, and friction percussive and
vibration techniques on the more superficial layers of muscles, combined
with active and passive movements of the joints. It is used primarily
for full-body sessions and promotes general relaxation, improves blood
circulation and range of motion, and relieves muscle tension. Swedish is
the most common type of massage.
Deep
Tissue releases the chronic patterns of tension in the body
through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas,
either following or going across the grain of muscles, tendons and
fascia. It is called deep tissue because it also focuses on the deeper
layers of muscle tissue.
Trigger Point Therapy (also known as
Myotherapy or Neuromuscular Therapy NMT) applies concentrated finger
pressure to “trigger points” (painful irritated areas in muscles) to
break cycles of spasm and pain.
Shiatsu and Acupressure are systems
of finger-pressure massage, based on Oriental healing concepts, which
treat special points along "meridians," the invisible channels of energy
flow in the body. Energy blocked along these meridians can cause
physical discomfort, so the aim is to release the blockage and
re-balance the energy flow. They can be used for the full body or for
specific areas of the body.
Reflexology (zone therapy) is organized around
a system of points on the hands and feet that are thought to correspond,
or "reflex," to all areas of the body. Though the massage is specific to
an area, it is intended to affect the whole body.
Sports Massage Therapy
is classified
into three main categories: maintenance, event and rehabilitation.
Maintenance massage is a regular program of massage to help the athlete
reach optimal performance through injury-free training. Event massage
takes place before, during and/or after competition to supplement an
athlete’s warm-up, readying the athlete for top performance, and/or to
reduce the muscle spasms and metabolic build-up that occurs with
vigorous exercise. Such techniques enhance the body’s recovery process,
improving the athletes return to high-level training and competition,
and reducing the risk of injury. Rehabilitation massage techniques are
effective in the management of both acute and chronic injuries.
Myofacial Release focuses on freeing
the fascia. All muscle is covered by a thin layer of tissue (fascia)
that helps maintain body posture and provides support and strength for
the muscles. Fascia can tighten or become stuck in places, constricting
muscle and not allowing it to fully relax.
Chair
Massage is the most versatile style of therapeutic massage.
Because it is done through the clothing on seated clients, it can be
offered almost anywhere to almost anybody. The sessions are brief
(usually 5-15 minutes), it is affordable for almost everyone. Add Chair
massage to your next event.
Home Massage Party! A unique addition to birthday parties,
graduation parties, bridal showers, baby showers, and home sales
parties. You already enjoy entertaining friends in your home, so why not
invite them for a party with massage services!
Hot
Stone Massage
is a specialty massage that uses smooth, heated
stones during the massage. The most commonly used stones are basalt, a
black volcanic rock that absorbs and retains heat well. The stones come
in various shapes and size, from tiny little stones that are placed
between your toes to big stones the therapist uses to massage your back.
Done well, it is a deeply soothing, relaxing form of massage.
Prenatal Massage is very similar to a
Swedish massage in terms of relaxing tense muscles, increasing
circulation, and to enhance a feeling of well-being, but it also focuses
on the needs of pregnant women. Prenatal massage therapists pay special
attention to the changes of woman's body during pregnancy. The comfort
level of the expectant mother is very important. Each person will go
through different experiences during their pregnancy and therefore will
have different reasons for needing a massage during pregnancy. For
example, lower back pain, neck pain, or leg pain.
Reiki
(pronounced ray-key) is a Japanese word meaning "UNIVERSAL LIFE
ENERGY."
