treatments
We create a treatment plan based on the root cause of your pain.
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Deep Tissue Massage is a form of bodywork that aims to relieve tension in the deeper layers of tissue in the body. Deep Tissue Massage is a highly effective method for releasing chronic stress areas due to misalignment, repetitive motions, and past lingering injuries. Due to the nature of the deep tissue work, open communication during the session is crucial to make sure you don't get too uncomfortable. Keep in mind that soreness is pretty common after the treatment, and that plenty of water should be ingested to aid with the flushing and removal of toxins that will have been released from the deep tissue during the session.
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue therapy intended to eliminate pain, increase range of motion, and rebalance the entire body. It does this by using massage techniques to stretch the fascia and release the bonds that exist between the fascia, muscles and bones. Fascia is the connective tissue that connects and covers all muscles, organs, and skeletal structures of the body. Direct myofascial release is sometimes known as deep tissue work. Indirect release applies light pressure and gently stretches the fascia; this allows for increased blood circulation and relief from pain.
SPORTS MASSAGE
Sports Massage is a type of massage designed for highly active people who engage in athletics. Engaging in sports is harsh on the body and can often lead to injuries in both the short and long term. Sports Massage enhances performance and prolongs a sports career by helping to prevent injury, reduce pains and swelling in the body, relax the mind, increase flexibility, and dramatically improve recovery rates. Sports Massage is also highly effective in aiding the rapid recovery of an athlete from an injury by encouraging greater kinesthetic awareness and in turn promoting the body's natural immune function.
SWEDISH MASSAGE
Swedish Massage is a very relaxing and therapeutic style of bodywork. It combines oils or lotion with an array of strokes such as rolling, kneading, and percussion to help the body improve its circulation. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include relief from aches and pains, decreased stress levels in the body, enhanced mental clarity, improved appearance, and greater flexibility.
PREGNANCY MASSAGE
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.
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy aims to gently and rhythmically move the lymph through the body, especially swollen areas of the body, relieving pressure and enhancing the functioning of the immune system. As both a preventative and remedial technique, LD can be used for a wide range of purposes including faster recovery from injury, reduction of swelling and discomfort from pregnancy, and strengthened resistance to illness.
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY (CST)
(description by Upledger Institute)
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Using a soft touch generally no greater than 5 grams, or about the weight of a nickel, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system, which has been shown to improve the functioning of the central nervous system, as well as many other systems of the body, such as digestive, musculoskeletal, respiratory, circulatory, and more. CST has also been shown to help with the physical components related to such somatic conditions as Post Traumatic Stress, depression and anxiety.
By facilitating the body's natural and innate healing processes, CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for helping people with a wide range of healthcare challenges associated with pain and dysfunction, including:
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Migraine Headaches
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Chronic Neck and Back Pain
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Motor-Coordination Impairments
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Colic
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Central Nervous System Disorders
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Orthopedic Problems
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Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injuries
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Spinal Cord Injuries
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Scoliosis
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Learning Disabilities
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Chronic Fatigue
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Emotional Difficulties
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Stress and Tension-Related Problems
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Fibromyalgia and other Connective-Tissue Disorders
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Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
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Neurovascular or Immune Disorders
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Post-Surgical Dysfunction
SCAR TISSUE RELEASE
(description from The S.T.R.A.I.T. Method™ by Marjorie Brook, LMT)
Scar Tissue Release using the S.T.R.A.I.T. Method
(Scar Tissue Release and Integrated Therapies) is a progressive therapeutic approach to healing which recognizes the complexity of each individual. Utilizing a whole person perspective, The S.T.R.A.I.T. Method is a multidisciplinary approach combining the therapeutic and rehabilitative modalities of Fascial Scar work, Mind-Body Interactions, Body Mechanics, Therapeutic Stretching/Strengthening, Proprioceptive support to create a balanced treatment session designed to meet each clients’ goals and needs. Every person is different and therefore there cannot be a one-modality -fits -all mentality.
A simple scar, whether from childhood or from a major surgery as an adult, can have a lifelong effect on the body. Scar tissue has the potential to spread in any direction, including internally, throughout the body. A scar can restrict movement or function anywhere in the body, from a joint to an organ.
We have seen great results using Marjorie’s techniques on our clients!