Massage & Bodywork

This type of massage is good for relaxation and stress relief. It is generally a full-body massage which lasts one hour. Long, gentle strokes are applied to major muscle groups, gentle music is played, and lotion is used for an idyllic “vacation massage”.

For clients experiencing muscle tightness, this type of massage might be a good solution. Gentle pressure is used at first to loosen the major muscle groups; then a firmer pressure is applied to target the deeper muscles and tendons. Because this type of massage is ineffective if it hurts, it is important to let your therapist know if you are experiencing any pain or discomfort during the course of your session.

Athletic injuries can inhibit future participation in sports and interfere with your daily life. We can help speed up your recovery through massage and offer suggestions for home treatment, such as stretching and exercises.

This form of bodywork is designed for individuals suffering from acute or chronic pain. Rather than trying to work the entire body, the therapist maximizes time by focusing on the specific muscles at the source of the pain, as well as other muscles and fascia which may be involved in the pain syndrome. Because of the sensitivity of the tissues being treated, an ongoing dialogue is encouraged.

This form of massage works to release the superficial fascia covering all muscles, bones, organs, and veins. Restrictions in fascia of one part of the body can hinder movement in other areas of our body. Releasing this tissue helps restore movement and flexibility.

This modality uses smooth river rocks as extensions of the therapist’s hands to perform the basic movements of Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage. The heat transfers from the rocks to penetrate deeply into the muscle tissue providing an overall relaxation and deep release of tight muscle tissue.

This massage is performed only after the first trimester of pregnancy is complete. Prenatal massage is used to reduce low back pain and focus specifically on the issues facing an expecting mother. A pregnancy pillow or side-lying position is used to achieve a comfortable position for this massage.

This is a gentle massage technique similar to Swedish that focuses on reducing swelling and fluid retention.

This is massage performed directly on the hands and feet to achieve relief throughout the body.

Reiki is an energy healing technique that promotes relaxation, reduced stress and anxiety through gentle touch. Reiki practitioners use their hands to deliver energy to your body, improving the flow and balance of your energy to support healing.

One reason Himalayan salt stone massages feel so rejuvenating is because the stones contain 84 natural minerals that generate positive health effects. They also produce negative ions, which are known to have uplifting effects on your mind and spirit. This restorative massage provides deep relaxation and helps to relax body, mind and spirit.

Cupping is a safe, traditional treatment that helps resolve chronic muscle tightness and pain faster than massage therapy alone. Cupping increases circulation and can help relieve muscle tension and promote cell repair. Cupping gives your body a boost in releasing those toxins. Focused blood flow helps your body by flushing built-up toxins through the lymphatic system.

In addition to the benefits of cupping listed above, use of magnets with cupping creates a biomagnetic blanket across the treatment area that enhances the body’s biomagnetic field and promotes healing. The “blanket” is usually spread across the back and shoulders to address chronic pain. Biomagnetic cupping is NOT for you if you have a pacemaker, insulin pump or are pregnant.

Therapists use their fingers, palms, elbows or feet, or special devices to apply pressure to acupoints on the body’s meridians. Sometimes, acupressure also involves stretching or acupressure massage, as well as other methods.

A gentle hands-on technique that uses a light touch to examine membranes and movement of the fluids in and around the central nervous system. Relieving tension in the central nervous system promotes a feeling of well-being by eliminating pain and boosting health and immunity.

(pronounced gua-sa) involves progressively vigorous scraping of skin with a metal or porcelain smooth-edged tool. This raises small red rash-like dots called transitory therapeutic petechiae and produces an immediate and extended anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and immuno-protective effect. Guasha of the face is not currently offered.

A technique applied to alleviate symptoms related to temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJD). TMJD affects the jaw joint, which connects the mandible (lower jaw) to the skull. It can cause various issues, including pain, restricted movement, and clicking or popping sounds when opening the mouth.