A soft and flowing massage technique used to calm the body's nervous system. Reduces inflammation, swelling, and spasm in cases of recent injury, and improves comfort in those suffering from chronic pain. Also lowers blood pressure and improves overall feeling of well being.
A deep and invigorating massage technique that increases blood circulation and "loosens" up tight muscles, especially in the upper, middle, and lower back; kneading, wringing, and "milking" of muscles increases oxygen flow and removes toxins, such as lactic acid.
Used to detect muscular imbalances and restrictions; also prevents formation of scar tissue following injury or surgery.
Brisk and percussive movements such as "clapping", "hacking", and "quacking" to increase nervous system stimulation and alertness.
An intimate treatment used for those with jaw pain, headaches, Bell's Palsy, or stress.
Rhythmic framing, scooping, and sweeping of bony structures to release muscular tightness near attachments to bone; used most frequently around the spine, hips, shoulder blades, clavicles, and ribs.
The most gentle long duration stretching to relieve body surface tension; expecially helpful in treating those with hypersensitivity to pain, Fibromyalgia, or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
A technique used to decrease swelling, most commonly after masectomy, because of damaged lymphatic vessels that are no longer able to drain excess fluid from the body.
10 minutes of aggressive and rhythmic deep tissue friction massage to reduce symptoms of tendinitis, especially in the elbow and shoulder; followed by a soothing ice massage to carry away inflammatory debris.
Prevents scar formation after rehabilitative or plastic surgery.
Prolonged compression on specific body points to release knots of muscular tension, especially in the upper back; allows improved posture and increases range of joint movement.