Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is a form of bodywork that focuses on relaxation, and general well being. It consists of gentle, flowing strokes that emphasize on blood and lymph circulation. Some benefits to swedish massage are:
- Reduced Stress and Anxiety
- Pain Relief
- Improved Circulation
- Enhanced Flexibility and Range of Motion
- Improved Sleep Quality
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage targets the deeper layers of muscle tissue and connective tissue (called fascia) to release patterns of tension and address muscle injury or strain. Deep tissue massage generally uses firmer pressure and slower strokes to reach areas of deeper muscle tension. Some benefits are:
- Pain Relief
- Increased Mobility and Flexibility
- Improved Circulation
- Faster Recovery from Injuries
Hot Stone Massage
Hot Stone massage is a technique that uses smooth heated stones to promote relaxation and ease muscle tension. The heated stones can penetrate into muscles deeper to help the therapist work on tension and
Passive Stretching
Passive stretching is a type of bodywork that focuses on stretching muscles, slowly while holding those stretches to improve range of motion and decrease pain. By having the therapist move the clients body there is less resistance and chance of "over stretching" Good communication is important during the session to make sure that muscles, joints and connective tissues are not being over stretched.