About Massage

Massage is a form of bodywork which is based on theories of anatomy and physiology and works to relieve pain/stress and patterns of dysfunction in the body. This is accomplished by systematic manual application of pressure and movement to the soft tissue of the body--the skin, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia. Techniques, usually applied with oil or lotion, can include kneading, stroking, friction and vibration, all with varying degrees of pressure. This form of bodywork may also include active or passive stretches or the application of hot or cold treatments. Each client's needs are different, a different style, technique and approach are applied accordingly. The numerous benefits of massage include:

Massage Treatments

Shiatsu: Definition literally means finger pressure. Natural body weight is used when pressure is applied on special points of the body. Through this pressure, the energy "Chi" flows in the meridians "channels of chi". When chi stagnates, the body becomes ill. Each meridian corresponds with an organ and is named after that specific organ. This technique is used mostly on the floor for better manipulation.

Deep tissue: Slow strokes and deep finger pressure on areas that simply ache or feel contracted. This is used to go deep into the layers of muscles and fibers. When an area is over worked or injured, layers of scar tissue are formed. This is the way the body protects itself, causing shortening of the muscle (contracted state) and restricting our mobility in that affected area. Over time, toxins are released.