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Massage Modalities

 

Acupressure -the application of light pressures with fingers on special points on the body to enhance health or lessen problem - these are the same points as used in acupuncture *A form of Traditional Chinese Medicine

 

Deep Tissue - work that focuses on the various deep layers of body tissue, often applied to long-term problem areas

 

Lymphatic Massage -  (or Manual Lymphatic Drainage) is an advanced, therapeutic technique that is used to cleanse and detoxify the body. This technique employs slow, gentle, and deep strokes to assist the movement of lymphatic fluid which can support the overall function of the immune system.

 

Myofascial Therapies- Mayo-fascial Therapies (myo means muscle, fascia is the “lining” between skin and muscle, and the around the muscle bundles) includes advanced techniques designed for solving problems in each major area of the body: neck, shoulders, back, etc

 

Rocking & Shaking – keeping the body in a continuous rocking motion to release tight muscles and loosen joints

 

Shiatsu – a style of work originating in Japan that uses finger pressure and stretches for body relaxation; done without the use of oil *A form of Traditional Chinese Medicine

 

Sports Massage – techniques particular to athletes and highly active people, used to assist them in enhanced performance and quicker recovery from injury

 

Swedish – popular style of oil massage that uses moves such as long gliding strokes that are aimed at relaxation and increased physical well-being

 

*Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is an ancient and still very vital holistic system of health and healing, based on the notion of harmony and balance, and employing the ideas of moderation and prevention.