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Muscular Therapy Works to reduce chronic tension and promote physical health. It is an educational process by which the client learns to understand the meaning of physical symptoms and how to alleviate them. Treatment includes a series of techniques and exercises designed to eliminate tension and stress.
Performance Massage Designed to help the athlete / performing artist reach optimal performance and reduce trauma that occurs after vigorous exercise. Various techniques are very beneficial for musicians who experience repetitive strain syndrome.
Myofascial Therapy A mild hands-on form of stretching that evaluates and treats the fascial system. Myofascial therapy relieves fascial (connective tissue) restrictions all over the body, promoting strength, flexibility, full range of motion, and aligned posture.
Prenatal/ Perinatal Massage Designed specifically for women before, during and after pregnancy. Each treatment is individualized to assist the changing body. Gentle techniques support each client physically and are nurturing emotionally.
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Swedish Massage A system of long strokes, kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints. Used primarily for a full-body session, it promotes general relaxation, improves circulation and range of motion, and relieves muscle tension.
Orthopedic Massage A specialized form of therapy based on the work of James Cyriax, M.D. It involves the isolation and treatment of such problems as tendonitis and ligament lesions. These conditions are commonly found at the major joints of the body such as the neck, shoulder, wrist, elbow, foot, ankle, lower leg, knee, hip and lower back.
Trigger Point Therapy The use of various methods to relieve or eliminate trigger points. A trigger point is a hypersensitive areas in muscle or tendon that usually elicits pain in a referred area.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Dr. Vodder's Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is a very gentle skin massage that maximizes function of the lymphatic system. MLD reduces swelling and pain, facilitates healing, promotes relaxation, and decongests tissue.
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