Myo-fascial Release
A safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure into the Myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. This essential time element has to do with the viscous flow and the piezoelectric phenomenon: a low load (gentle pressure) applied slowly will allow a viscoelastic medium (fascial) to elongate.
Deep Tissue Massage
Is really a misnomer in the field of massage therapy. It may include elements of Sports massage, Myo-Fascial Release, Shiatsu, Trigger Point Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy and more. In general terms deep tissue is a generalized classification of many different types of work that all have one thing in common, depth of pressure. Almost all deep tissue forms of massage therapy have a specific treatment goal in mind.
Sports Massage
Is commonly used by athletes in preparation for workouts and sporting events. It loosens, warms, and prepares muscles for intensive use. By incorporating assisted stretching, endurance and performance are improved and the chance of injury is reduced. Post event massage relieves pain, prevents stiffness, and returns muscles to normal posture.
Swedish Massage
Promotes general relaxation and improves circulation and joint mobility, as well as relieving muscle tension. Used primarily in a full-body session, it is a system of long strokes, kneading, and friction techniques on the superficial layers of muscles.
Orthopedic Massage
An approach to pain management and injury assessment utilizing a combination of massage techniques. Relief is achieved by a sequence of functional assessment, myofascial release, neuromuscular (trigger point) therapy, cross fiber frictioning, muscle energy, strain-counter- strain and home care.
Neuromuscular Therapy
Treats acute or chronic pain caused by a strain, sprain, injury, stress, or tension. It can eliminate or minimize discomfort and increase flexibility and circulation while it improves posture, energy, and vitality by addressing specific involved muscles, tendons, soft tissue, and ligaments.
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