Archive for Definitions
Chair Massage
Posted by: | CommentsChair Massage is administered while the client is clothed and seated in a specially designed portable chair.
Deep Tissue Massage
Posted by: | CommentsDeep Tissue Massage releases the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the grain of muscles, tendons and fascia. It focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue.
Hot Stone Therapy
Posted by: | CommentsHot Stone Therapy is the application of heated stones have a deep penetrating effect on the muscles. This can be used to prepare the body for deeper work and to bring the client to a state of deep relaxation.
Pregnancy and Postpartum Massage
Posted by: | CommentsPregnancy and Postpartum Massage during the entire term of the pregnancy, massage can stimulate blood flow, which may assist in the prevention of anemia. An increase in muscle tone and flexibility will occur, alleviating leg cramps and muscle spasms. Read More→
Strain, Counter Strain or Positional Release
Posted by: | CommentsStrain, Counter Strain or Positional Release is a form of complete body evaluation and treatment. It uses comfortable body positions and the release of tender points to relieve pain and discomfort. The main goal of the therapy is to improve the health and functioning of the body as a whole by correcting any imbalances of the musculoskeletal system.
Swedish Massage Therapy
Posted by: | CommentsSwedish Massage Therapy is the most common type of massage. Specific strokes and pressure are used to release a dysfunctional holding pattern. It includes long strokes, kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movments of the joints. This therapy promotes general relaxation, improves blood circulation and range of motion, and relieves muscle tension.
Steam
Posted by: | CommentsSince ancient times, steam therapy has been used by traditional healing systems around the world to improve and maintain good health and beauty. Turkish baths, Indian sweat lodges, Finnish saunas, Japanese steam rooms-these are just a few examples of cultures that harness the power of steam. Even Hippocrates recognized that by creating an ‘artificial fever’ (which is what happens during a Steamy Wonder™ treatment) he could cure many illnesses. Read More→