• ACUPRESSURE
Acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the fingers to press key points on the surface of the skin to stimulate
the body’s natural self-curative abilities. When these points are pressed, they release muscular tension and promote the circulation
of blood and the body’s life force. Acupuncture and acupressure use the same points, but acupuncture employs needles, while acupressure
uses the gentle, but firm pressure of hands and feet. Acupressure can be effective in helping relieve headaches, eye strain, sinus
problems, neck pain, backaches, arthritis, muscle aches, tension due to stress, ulcer pain, menstrual cramps, lower backaches, constipation,
and indigestion. By relieving stress, acupressure strengthens resistance to disease and promotes wellness.
• AROMATHERAPY- The use of essential oils (extracted from herbs, flowers, resin, woods, and roots) in body and skin care treatments.
Used as a healing technique for thousands of years essential oils aid in relaxation, improve circulation, and help the healing of
wounds. Specific essential oils are blended by the aromatherapist and added to a carrier oil, such as almond oil, to be used during
the massage. Each oil has its own unique characteristics and benefits.
• CRAINIAL SACRAL THERAPY- is a gentle, noninvasive form of alternative medicine that deals with the movement of the fluid surrounding
the skull and spine. Cranial sacral therapists ease the restrictions of nerve passages by focusing on the membranes that encase
the central nervous system. Cranial sacral therapy seeks to restore misaligned bones to their proper position and is thought to eliminate
the negative effects of stress as well as provide relief from migraine headaches, neck and back pain, temporomandibular joint disorder
and more.
• DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE- These techniques require advanced training and a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology. Deep tissue
massage is similar to used to target knots and release chronic muscle tension. Other benefits include reducing inflammation
and helping to eliminate scar tissue. The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia (the protective
layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints).
• HOT STONE MASSAGE- Heated, smooth stones are placed on certain points on the body to warm and loosen tight muscles and balance energy
centers in the body. The massage therapist may also hold stones and apply gentle pressure with them. The warmth is comforting. Hot
stone massage is good for people who have muscle tension but prefer lighter massage.
• LOMILOMI- Two-handed, forearm, and elbow application of strokes, which cover a broad area, is characteristic of lomilomi. Similar
to Swedish massage in many aspects, this system uses prayer and the acknowledgment of the existence of a higher power as an integral
part of the technique. Lomilomi--Hawaiian for rub rub--is described as “the loving touch--a connection between heart, hand, and soul
with the source of all life.” Oils are used in the application of cross-fiber friction techniques.
• PARAFFIN THERAPY- Rehabilitation specialists, massage therapists, and the spa industry have endorsed paraffin therapy for its therapeutic
properties. Physicians have long known that paraffin therapy is a veritable way to speed healing and soothe muscle and joint pain.
In fact, the healing qualities of paraffin wax therapy have been known for centuries. Paraffin therapy is also widely used in the
treatment of sports related injuries and other conditions where heat therapy and exercise therapy are needed. One of the overlooked
benefits of paraffin therapy is that it soothes and moisturizes the skin, opens pores, increases circulation, and promotes a sense
of calm in the patient.
• REFLEXOLOGY- Reflexology involves manipulation of specific reflex areas in the foot, hands, and ears that correspond to other parts
of the body. This bodywork involves application of pressure to these reflex zones to stimulate body organs and relieve areas of congestion.
Reflexology works with the body’s energy flow to stimulate self-healing and maintain balance in physical function. This technique
is used to reduce pain, increase relaxation, and stimulate circulation of blood and lymphatic fluids.
• REIKI -Energy bodywork which relies on the ancient belief that life force energy, chi, flows through all things. This life force
runs throughout pathways in the body, nourishing organs and cells and supporting vital functions. When this energy is disrupted, illness
and disease may result. Through training, reiki practitioners learn how to access energy flow through the hands to transmit it to
others. Reiki is used to accelerate healing, assist the body in cleansing toxins, balance the subtle energy flows by releasing blockages,
and helps you heal from within.
• SPORTS MASSAGE- is geared toward athletes of every kind, from world-class professionals to weekend joggers. The particulars
of the massage are specific to the athlete’s sport of choice and are often focused on a particular troublesome area like a knee or
shoulder. Sports massage can be used as a means to enhance pre-event preparation and reduce recovery time for maximum performance
during training or after an event. Sports massage promotes flexibility, removes fatigue, improves endurance, helps prevent injuries,
and prepares them to compete at their absolute best.
• SWEDISH MASSAGE
A combination of kneading, rolling, vibrational, percussive, and tapping movements, with long gliding strokes in
the direction of blood returning to the heart. The many benefits of Swedish massage may include generalized relaxation, dissolution
of scar tissue adhesions, and improved circulation, which may speed healing and reduce swelling from injury.
• TRIGGER POINT- is a tight area within muscle tissue that causes pain in other parts of the body. A trigger point in
the back, for example, may trigger pain in the neck. The neck, now acting as a satellite trigger point, may then cause pain
in the head. The pain may be sharp and intense or a dull ache. Trigger points are caused by muscle overuse or injury,
and because the aches are associated with moving parts, the pain is commonly mistaken for arthritis.
Trigger point massage is
specifically designed to alleviate the source of the pain through cycles of isolated pressure and release. In this type of massage
the recipient actively participates through deep breathing as well as identifying the exact location and intensity of the discomfort.
The
result of trigger point massage is the elimination of toxins in the muscles and the release of energizing endorphins. A significant
decrease in pain is often found after just one treatment.
