Massage Types
Hot Stone Massage
Hot stone massage is a variation on classic massage therapy. Heated smooth, flat stones are placed on key points on the body. The massage therapist may also hold the stones and use them to massage certain areas of the body.
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Prenatal Massage
Prenatal massage shares many of the goals of regular massage – to relax tense muscles, ease sore spots, improve circulation and mobility. The main difference is the massage is tailored specifically to the needs of pregnant women and their changing bodies. Therapists are trained in prenatal massage adjust their techniques accordingly.
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Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. It is especially helpful for chronic aches and pains and contracted areas such as stiff neck and upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders.
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Myofascial Release
Myofascial release is a soft tissue therapy for the treatment of skeletal muscle immobility and pain. The therapy relaxes contracted muscles, improves blood and lymphatic circulation, and stimulates the stretch reflex in muscles.
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Sports Massage
You don't have to be an athlete to benefit from a sports massage. Sports massage is also good for people with injuries, chronic pain such as those related to carpal tunnel syndrome or restricted range of motion. The massage therapist generally concentrates on a specific problem area such as a sore neck, back or legs.
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Indie Head Massage
Indie Head Massage, also known as Champissage, is a form of relaxation massage that focuses on the face, head, neck, shoulders, upper back and upper arms which are important energy centers within the body. It is very relaxing and has a balancing effect on the recipient as it helps them to release stress and tension creating a sense of peace and well being.
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