Types of Massage and Therapy
Provided by Gail Grieger, CMT CFH
Pathways to Wellness . . .
Therapeutic Massage
This type of massage is a true healing massage. Using different techniques I am able to soften the tissue bringing oxygenated blood to the skin surface, ridding the body of harmful toxins.This massage is for the person who has chronic pain, loss of motion, inflammation or high stress factors. The majority of my clients receive this treatment when they see me.Therapeutic massage may incorporate one or more of the following techniques: Swedish, acupressure, deep tissue, lymphatic drainage, aromatherapy, cupping. Click here to learn more about therapeutic massage. (60 minutes - $70 / 90 Minutes - $100)
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
5The proper functioning of the lymphatic system is critical to our body’s ability to drain stagnant fluids, detoxify, regenerate tissues, filter out toxins and foreign substances, and maintain a healthy immune system. The LDT process involves the use of gentle manual maneuvers to aid in the re-circulation of body fluids. We use a very light technique which is designed to move excess fluid from the body. Click here to learn more about Lymphatic Drainage Therapy. ($85 per treatment.)
Note: This treatment may last between 45 – 60 minutes depending on the health and environmental circumstances of each individual. Occasionally, a treatment may even last a little more than an hour. When a lymphatic treatment is completed in less than an hour, the client has the option of using the remaining time to: quietly relax on the heated treatment table, receive passive LED low level red light therapy on the Celluma treatment pad, or receive manual light-touch massage on the shoulder and neck areas.
Note: This treatment may last between 45 – 60 minutes depending on the health and environmental circumstances of each individual. Occasionally, a treatment may even last a little more than an hour. When a lymphatic treatment is completed in less than an hour, the client has the option of using the remaining time to: quietly relax on the heated treatment table, receive passive LED low level red light therapy on the Celluma treatment pad, or receive manual light-touch massage on the shoulder and neck areas.
Visceral Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation is a gentle manual therapy that aids your body's ability to release restrictions and unhealthy compensations that cause pain and dysfunction. Visceral Manipulation, or VM, does not focus solely on the site of pain or dysfunction, but evaluates the entire body to find the source of the problem. The VM therapist feels for altered or decreased motion within the viscera, as well as restrictive patterns throughout the body and then applies VM techniques. VM therapy re-establishes the body's ability to adapt and restore itself to health. Click here to learn more about Visceral Manipulation. ($75 per 40 minute treatment)
Swedish Massage
Often considered the most common type of massage therapy, Swedish massage can be both relaxing and energizing. This technique actually involves a combination of techniques including long, kneading strokes combined with light, rhythmic, tapping strokes on the uppermost layers of the muscles. What makes this technique particularly unique is that it also involves the coordinated movement of the joints during the massage, allowing the therapist to focus on relaxing the entire body. Swedish massage also increases the oxygen flow in the blood and releases toxins from the muscles. Click here to learn more about Swedish Massage. (60 minutes - $65 / 90 minutes - $95)
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage is best for giving attention to certain painful, stiff "trouble spots" in your body. Deep tissue massage techniques are similar to Swedish massage, but deeper pressure is used to release chronic muscle tension. In most cases, deep tissue massage utilizes slow and deliberate strokes that are focused on the deeper layers of tissue and tendons. When properly applied, deep tissue massage can be very therapeutic – relieving tension and aiding in the recovery of muscle strain and injuries. Click her to learn more about Deep Tissue Massage. (90 minutes - $110 per treatment)
Prenatal Massage
Prenatal massage provides expectant mothers with relief from many of the physical discomforts often associated with pregnancy. Recent Studies have shown that prenatal massage therapy can reduce anxiety, relieve muscle aches, reduce joint pain, decrease symptoms of depression, and improve labor outcomes and the health of the newborn baby. Prenatal massage involves gentle touch therapy that targets areas where pain may occur due to reduced circulation, nerve pain and fluid collection. Besides offering relief from these conditions, prenatal massage reduces stress and increases the expectant mother’s feelings of calmness and well being. Click here to learn more about Prenatal Massage. (60 minutes - $75 per hour)
Baby's First Massage
Infant massage provides parents with the tools to communicate and bond in a special way with their newborn. You will learn a massage technique that enhances the parasympathetic nervous system functioning which aids in healing, digestion, elimination, rest and growth. The stroking from head to toes is done with gentle pressure, gliding over the skin without dragging on the skin. This is a great way for parents to get to know and to create a special bond with their newborn. Click here to learn more about Baby's First Massage. ($50 per treatment.)
Raindrop Aromatherapy
A VERY popular service . . . Pure Bliss! Therapeutic Essential Oils integrated into a light massage along the axle of the sacral spine, helping to bring the body into structural alignment. Known to help re-align the spine and remove pathogens lying dormant in the spinal cord. Hot stones may be used to help ease the tension of sore and tight muscle tissue. A hot towel is placed over the spine to help the oils deeply penetrate, while foot and hand massage is performed. Results are wonderful and immediate for most people. Click here to learn more about Raindrop Aromatherapy. ($120 per treatment.)
Seated Chair Massage
This is a quick and easy way to get some of the basic benefits of massage. Using a specially designed massage chair, we focus on relaxing key stress points in the head, neck, shoulders, back, hands and arms. You will be amazed how good you can feel after just 15 - 20 minutes in the chair! Receiving a seated chair massage can relieve stress and lower anxiety, reduce muscle tension and fatigue, increase energy, and relieve muscle pain and headaches. Click here to learn more about Seated Chair Massage. (Starting at $35.)
30 Minute Relaxation Massage
Pressed for time?! This relaxing massage focuses on the key tension points on the head, face, neck, shoulders, arms, and hands. You’ll be surprised by how much better you can feel in just 30 minutes!
Bring Seated Chair Massage to Your Employees or Your Event
This is also a popular option with some of our corporate clients who offer seated chair massages to their employees as a reward, as a means of reducing workplace stress or as part of a wellness program. For more information on how to provide seated chair massages for your employees or at your corporate or marketing event, please call or click here to email us today.