STYLES OF MASSAGE

• Aromatherapy involves using pure essences of aromatic plants (essential oils) in combination with the healing value of touch. The beneficial properties of these oils treat common ailments, and promote good health and well being. Aromas act upon the emotional center in the brain (limbic system) which governs the way we feel. Every aspect of your life is enhanced! 
• Swedish: Increases circulation, relaxes body structure and relieves stressful feelings through rhythmic strokes and movements towards the heart. 
• Neuromuscular Therapy: Relieves pain, increases motion and decreases swelling and stiffness associated with muscular pain. Myotherapy works well for chronic pain and recent injuries. 
• Sports Massage: Uses Swedish movements with pressure point techniques to prevent injury, improve performance and aid recovery. More brisk and vigorous than a full-body massage, this therapy is adjusted to meet the different demands of the athlete's body before and after a workout. Perfect for Apres: hiking, biking, tennis, skiing... 
• Trigger Point Therapy: Stresses palpation for painful, tender, tight and over sensitized areas. When pressure is applied or the muscle shortened, the trigger is reduced and immediate relief generally occurs. Blood flow is stimulated to the area assuring tissues of healthy oxygenated blood. 
• Foot Reflexology: Thumb pressure is applied to the hands and feet, seeking out painful, tight areas that correspond to various organs. The pressure stimulates nerve endings and releases toxic residues from the organ being worked on. 
• Shiatsu: (Japanese for finger pressure). A massage procedure based on a system of energy pathways that run through the body. Shiatsu allows energy to flow freely through these pathways, resulting in deep relaxation, relief from tight muscles, and general well being. 
• Reiki: Reiki channels the natural healing power which surrounds all life through the hands of the practitioner to achieve the highest healing good within the body of the person receiving the session. 
• Traditional Thai:  massage is performed with a series of gentle rocking motions which imitate the cranial rhythm. Reverbverates in all the joints and the spine. *assists postural alignment, increases energy, range of motion and circulation; restores vitality and reconnects the energy of body mind and spirit.

RECEIVING MASSAGE

TEN WAYS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR MASSAGE

You'll be much more comfortable if you don't eat for a couple of hours before the massage. 

You can start the relaxation process even before the massage by taking a hot shower, bath or sauna at home first. You'll also feel better knowing you're clean and fresh. 
 

1. When the Therapist leaves the room, undress to your comfort level and place yourself under the top sheet. Being draped by linens honors both the modesty of client and practitioner. 

 
2. Take off jewelry that could cause scratching and interfere with having a smooth massage. 

 
3. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, remove them so that it's safe to massage around your eyes. It will also help you relax more. 

 
4. If you're concerned about getting oil on your hair, pin it up and have the therapist place cloth over it, but don't miss out on a head massage. 

 
5. Let the therapist know whether you have any sore or sensitive areas so they may work more gently or avoid them altogether. Communication with regards to your comfort level is essential. 

 
6. Try to keep from chatting. Being quiet will allow you to "tune in" to your experience more fully and relax more deeply.Please don't hesitate to give the therapist feedback regarding the pressure that is comfortable for you or to ask a question related to your session. 

 
7. LET THE THERAPIST DO ALL THE WORK. Don't help by lifting your head, arms or legs. You'll get more out of the massage when you 'completely surrender'. 

 
8. Drop any guilty thoughts about the time and money going into your massage. You deserve to take good care of yourself. 

 
9. Even if your therapist doesn't suggest it, take a few deep breaths at the beginning of the session to help you slow down and get centered. 

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