Massage Therapy
Why Massage Therapy?
Massage is a general term for pressing, rubbing and manipulating your skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Massage may range from light stroking to deep pressure.
SWEDISH
A gentle form of massage using long strokes, kneading, deep circular movements, vibration and tapping to help relax and energize.
DEEP TISSUE
Slower, more forceful strokes to target the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, commonly to help with muscle damage from injuries.
SPORTS
Similar to Swedish, but geared toward athletes to help prevent and/or treat injuries.
TRIGGER POINT
Focuses on areas of tight muscle fibers that can form after injuries or overuse.
Massages may also be beneficial for treating:
• Anxiety
• Digestive disorders
• Fibromyalgia
• Headaches
• Insomnia related to stress
• Myofascial pain syndrome
• Soft tissue strains or injuries
• Sports injuries
• Joint Pain/Discomfort
• Lymphatic and Circulatory disorders
