SWEDISH
Swedish massage works to condition the cardiovascular system. It is
most effective when included as part of a stress management program. The
Swedish technique improves and maintains muscle flexibility and is also
helpful in preventing muscle fatigue or injury when used as a warm up or
cool down to exercise. It is often used as a preliminary to deep massage
work.
NEUROMUSCULAR
Based on a chiropractic model, Neuromuscular
massage works deeply to effect the nerves, muscles, and skeletal structure.
It promotes deep relaxation, relieves muscular tension, and works out muscular
lesions (ex: muscular contractions and fibrocitis). It also assists in
improving postural and structural integrity. Using Neuromuscular technique,
a massage therapist can identify and relieve problem areas.
REFLEXOLOGY
This massage technique uses reflex points in the hands and feet to
effect corresponding areas of the body. Reflexology can be used when an
area of the body needs work, but for reasons such as broken bones, skin
rashes, etc., it is not possible to do so.
LYMPHATIC
Lymphatic massage works well with the immune system and its responses.
It is effective in dealing with allergy and cold symptoms, sinus congestion,
arthritis, edema, and psoriasis.
CIRCULATORY
Working with the circulatory system, this massage assists in controlling
irregular blood pressure, anemia, hyperactivity, and variscosities. It
increases circulation in extremities and is especially helpful in treating
the coldness and numbness felt with diabetes and Raynaud's disease.
SPORTS
Typically used for someone in training (a variation of this massage
can be done at an event), sports massage increases muscular circulation,
improves flexibility and endurance. It also assists in relieving a variety
of sports injuries.
SEATED MASSAGE
This massage technique utilizes a state-of-the-art chair that is ergonomically
designed to support the entire muscular and skeletal systems right in the
comfort of the office or any workplace. The session is usually 15 minutes
long and is a fully clothed accupressure massage incorporating several
of the other techniques discussed. For more information regarding the seated
massage, please see our "WORK BENEFITS"
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