All of these techniques I have been trained in will be used at some point in your session. It's just a big toolbox I draw from as needed.
You will be asked to arrive in loose, comfortable clothing for your appointment and you'll remain in those clothes for the treatment. I have found that clients relax more and feel more comfortable in the sometimes odd positions required without having to worry about staying covered. Happily,the extra layers do not lesson the effectiveness of the work.
Also, this is in no way a "No Pain/No Gain" experience. I don't believe in hurting my clients ever. I really need your nervous system on board for everything we're doing, so if anything we're doing makes you want to hold your breath or tense, we're not doing it right and will choose a different approach that the body likes better.
I know these session lengths seem long at first glance but I promise they go by more quickly than you can imagine. I encourage my clients to consider our work together like surgery without any cutting or unpleasantness. It takes time and focus. Best of all, you might only need one or two sessions to be fixed! I don't believe in keeping anyone on a maintenance plan. Come as needed 🙏
With those basics out of the way, read on to the techniques!
Myofascial Release is a technique used to treat injuries and discomfort, reducing pain and increasing range of motion. Myofascial Release differs from other types of massage in that it targets the fascia - the membrane surrounding muscles - rather than the muscle itself. Since fascia completely encases every muscle in the body, imbalances in the fascia can have serious effects on your range of motion and comfort level. While other forms of massage can overlook the fascia, Myofascial Release focuses specifically on releasing tension in this important membrane. Myofascial Release is one of my specialties and I have found it especially beneficial to those with Fibromyalgia, Whiplash, Low-pain threshold, and Insomnia.
Neuromuscular reeducation is a general term that refers to techniques that attempt to retrain the neuromuscular system to function properly. The basis of this idea is that the formation of certain patterns of communication between muscles and nerves allow people to perform simple everyday acts such as climbing stairs. These normal patterns of movement can be disrupted by injuries or may be impaired in people with certain medical conditions. Once injured, a muscle has a tendency to stop participating in everyday movement due to the pain response. Surrounding muscles are then forced to take on the job of coordinating their movements without activating that muscle. This is known as "compensation." The nervous system reprograms itself based on this compensation. Long after the injury has healed, however, the body can still be operating in compensation mode. Therefore, the general aim of neuromuscular reeducation is to "remind" that muscle that it can participate in movement without pain. This is done by moving it through a variety of passive motions and active resistance.
Structural integration employs soft tissue manipulation with the goal of realigning the body in relationship to the force of gravity. The theory underlying structural integration asserts that often the body's connective tissue is "bound up," thus restricting opposing muscles from working independently of one another. Thus, we aim to loosen the restricted connective tissue by using a practice very similar to deep tissue massage. Practitioners typically prescribe a specific sequence of ten sessions lasting between 75 and 90 minutes in order to "unlock" the whole body.
The Trager Approach is a type of bodywork developed by Dr. Milton Trager. It is designed to free up the body, release muscle tension, and improve your state of mind and physical well-being. Because Trager is a very gentle and individualized type of bodywork, it is suitable for a wide range of clients including the disabled and the elderly. The tension and pain released by Trager sessions allows you to move more naturally and effortlessly, improving your overall quality of life. The soothing 'rocking' motion of this approach works well to alleviate stress, tension, anxiety, and racing thoughts.
Laryngeal/vocal cord massage and guided recovery excercises for vocalists and actors suffering from strain and/or range limitation.
Pregnancy Massage is a style of bodywork designed specifically for pregnant women. Pregnancy is a time when a woman's body endures tremendous stress due to dramatic physical and emotional changes. Using various techniques specially developed for the expecting mother, Pregnancy Massage helps release the pain and discomfort experienced throughout pregnancy. The benefits are profound, including emotional support, the relief of joint pain due to extra weight and postural imbalance, and improved breathing and relaxation.
Chair massage is a popular way of relieving stress and releasing tension when time is limited or when physical disabilities prevent you from lying down as you would in a traditional massage setting. You receive your massage in a specialized ergonomic chair. In addition to the usual health benefits of massage, another benefit of chair massage is that it is done over the clothing. With seated massage, you can avoid the discomfort and awkwardness that you may feel in disrobing for a traditional massage. Chair massage sessions are usually shorter than traditional hour-long massage, making it convenient enough to fit into your busy schedule.
4 straight hours (with as many breaks as you need) in which we address the entire body, each misalignment, all adhesions, scars and trigger points, restore circulation, and quiet the nervous system. The goal is to get you as close to perfect as is humanly possible.
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Sessions are either 2 hours or 4 hours in length depending on your need.
All first time sessions will be 4 hours.