My practice incorporates these massage techniques and related approaches:
swedish massage
Smooth, gliding strokes used to warm and relax the body, soothe the nerves, and gently knead and stretch muscles
deep tissue massage
Deeper, slower, specific work, often done with the forearm or elbow, to access and release deeper muscle tension and fascial restriction
injury treatment
Specific, focused strokes designed to aid healing of soft tissue, such as in strains, sprains, tendinitis, or whiplash
neuromuscular therapy
Gentle movement and static pressure to release specific tight bands, trigger points, or tender areas within muscles
neurofascial work
Contacting and gently moving fascia and nerves to relieve tension, pain, or other symptoms
mindfulness
With a focus on developing your felt sense of your body, or awareness of bodily sensations
postural assessment and alignment
Checking and gently correcting structural imbalances related to muscle tension
breath work
Deep, guided breathing used along with massage to gently stretch the body from the inside out
intraoral massage
Using gloved fingers to massage muscles of the head and jaw from inside the mouth (requires additional certification and endorsement on the state massage license)
hydrotherapy
Hot or cold water used to enhance relaxation or reduce spasm, pain, or inflammation
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