I've re - added massage therapy to my practice, but this time it's for women and animals only. Below are some of the benefits of massage and which ones are being offered.
Some of the many benefits of massage:
Alleviates pain and improves range of motion.
Pumps oxygen and nutrients into tissue and vital organs, improving circulation.
Reduces spasms and cramping.
Relaxes and softens injured, tired and overused muscles.
Lessens depression and anxiety.
Enhances immunity by stimulating lymph flow - the body's natural defense system.
Releases endorphins - amino acids that work as the body's natural painkiller.
It can help move trauma that is stuck in the body.
Relaxes the mind and body.
Reduces post - surgery adhesions and swelling.
Promotes tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue.
Helps with insomnia.
Massage therapies currently being offered:
[Please note: If you're on blood thinners or have hyper - tension, you can only get a Swedish massage. If there is acne, on the back for example, that area cannot be massaged. And lastly, in severe cases, before getting a massage, I would recommend that you get an adjustment by a really good chiropractor. If what's causing you pain is actually a structural problem and not a muscular problem, an adjustment will be a must before getting a massage. The massage will help soothe the muscles and your body better once the structural problem is resolved. In many cases, it's just muscular, but in others cases, the body is out of alignment and that needs to be addressed first.]
[I kindly ask for you to please shower before coming to your session, if possible]
Fusion massage w/MFR and a sports massage -
This isn't just for athletes, but anyone putting a lot of physical stress on their body. It helps with recovery, removal of toxins, performance enhancement and sleep. It increases blood flow, stimulates neurological pathways, aids in recovery from exertion, increases flexibility, improves strength and even posture.
Depending on the person various techniques are used such as, MFR (myo - fascial release), reflexology, petrassage, vibration, shaking, compression, broadening strokes, direct pressure, cross - fiber friction, range of motion and stretching, kneading and manipulation of muscles and joint mobilization.
I also combine a little Amma, which is a Chinese/Japanese massage. It's a specialized form of bodywork therapy that combines deep, therapeutic, circular digital pressure and acupressure point stimulation with Chinese medicine principles for accessing and treating imbalances in the energy system.
Amma Massage is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese and Japanese Medicine. Its origins date back over 5,000 years. The earliest mention of Amma Massage was in an ancient Chinese medical text called the "Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon," which dates to approximately 475 BC." Like acupuncture, Amma focuses on the balance and movement of your energy, aka qi (chee) throughout your body, but using a variety of massage therapy techniques instead of needles. This is normally performed with your clothing on, but incorporate some of the Amma techniques with a sports and medical massage. Clients have said the mixing of the two is invigorating!
Swedish:
This energizes and relaxes the body and mind at the same time. Swedish involve techniques such as effleurage, petrassage, reflexology, compression and rolling. This type of massage is effective, but uses less pressure than a sports massage since it isn't treating injured muscle and tissue.
Pre-natal:
This is a calming massage using soothing strokes to relax mom and baby. You will be either be in a side - lying position on each side with a pillow underneath your head and in between your knees to support your back, or a slightly seated position if necessary for those who cannot lie flat.
Medical Massage:
Targeted, restorative, and backed by lived experience - my medical massages blend Swedish and sports massage with precision techniques like cross fiber frictioning, myo - fascial work, and range of motion therapies. Ideal for clients recovering from injury, surgery, or chronic conditions. This massage supports the body’s natural healing process while relieving pain and improving function.
Below are some of the rescue animals that I've worked on using Massage and Bio - field Therapy:
