Background Information

Swedish Massage is the most traditional form of massage.  Long, flowing strokes, kneading and other strokes are used to improve blood flow to the skin and muscles resulting in relieving muscle tension.  Great for relaxation, stress reduction, improved circulation, lower blood pressure, and the overall state of your well being.

Deep Tissue Massage focuses on the deeper layers of muscle and tension.  Some strokes are similar to traditional massage but are slower and deeper and the area is concentrated to specific issues.  It is great for people who suffer from chronic pain and hypertension.

Reflexology is the use of pressure and movement on the feet to affect the corresponding parts of the body.  Many theories suggest signals through our nervous system to our brain are responsible for the power of reflexology.  Benefits from reflexology may include the reduction of stress which can help with many other ailments.

Sports Massage is a great addition to the training program of athletes at all levels.  It may maintain the body in good condition, improve performance, help prevent injuries, and restore loss of mobility following injury.

Myofascial Release is the use of sustained pressure and movement into fascial restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion.  Fascia is the strong connective tissue within the entire body that envelopes and isolates the muscles.  In the normal healthy state, the fascia is relaxed and wavy in configuration.  It has the ability to stretch and move without restriction.  When we experience physical trauma, scarring, or inflammation, however, the fascia loses is pliability.  It becomes tight, restricted and a source of tension to the rest of the body.

Prenatal Massage focuses on relieving expectant mothers of the discomfort that can come with being pregnant.  It enhances the function of muscles and joints, improves circulation and general body tone, relieves mental and physical fatigue, relieves stress on weight bearing joints, assists in maintaining proper posture, and prepares the muscles used during labor.