Therapeutic Massage

Therapeutic massage is a type of massage that uses deeper pressure and various therapeutic techniques to helps relieve tension throughout the body including in the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue or fascia.

Therapeutic massage may be recommended for:

  • Acute or chronic musculoskeletal pain & tension

  • Migraine & Tension Headaches

  • Back & neck pain

  • Fibromyalgia

  • Sciatica

  • Arthritis

  • TMJD (Temporo Mandibular Joint Disfunction)

  • Sprains & strains

  • Enhanced sport performance

Therapeutic massage may include modalities such as fascial stretching, joint play and trigger point therapy, with the end goal of a therapeutic massage being to assist the body to unwind the tension in the tissues, helping to restore the bodies natural balance, alignment, length, and ease of movement.

Relaxation Massage

Relaxation massage is a type of massage that focuses on using  flowing and gentle massage techniques to help release tension in the superficial tissues of the body, while initiating a calming effect on the central nervous system.

Relaxation massage may be recommended for:

  • Reducing high levels of stress or tension

  • Decreasing pain in acute or chronic conditions such as Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, headaches, depression

  • Decreased recuperation time from injuries or surgery

Relaxation massage may also assist in increasing circulation, relieve minor muscle pain, increase range of motion and promote overall relaxation

Pre & Post Natal Massage

Pre & Post Natal massage is a safe and effective way to reduce the discomforts both during and following pregnancy. Pre & Post Natal massage can assist with:

  • Headaches

  • Muscle stiffness

  • Backaches

  • Lower leg cramping

  • Fatigue & swelling.

Pre & Post Natal massage may assist to increase circulation and works to relax the body’s central nervous system, promoting better sleep and overall relaxation.

Cupping Massage

Cupping massage is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist applies special cups to the skin to create suction. The suction and negative pressure provided by the cups can have many benefits to the body including:

  • May assist to loosen muscle and fascia

  • May encourage blood flow

  • May assist in calming the nervous system for to improve relaxation and promote wellbeing

  • May assist in reducing acute and chronic pain

  • May assist in improving digestion

  • May assist in treating respiratory issues & colds

Cupping massage can have many therapeutic benefits as it can help draw energy (Qi) and blood flow to areas of the body that may be experiencing inflammation, tissue stagnation and decreased blood and lymphatic flow