Tension Relief Massage Therapy

Designed to remove severe tension and help alleviate pain, deep tissue massage releases trigger points, improves range of motion, and assists recovery and rehabilitation.

Swedish massage is the classic relaxation massage that promotes a state of well-being and tranquility. It helps to alleviate tension, soothe aches, and reduce anxiety.

Myofascial release (MFR) targets the connective tissue of the body by using slow, firm pressure to lengthen and free up the fascia that surrounds muscle tissue. This helps create more freedom of movement and takes pressure off the joints.

Pregnancy massage can help reduce anxiety, relieve muscle and joint pain, and help support the well-being of the expectant mother. This relaxation massage is an even bigger hit when performed on our special pregnancy pillow, which provides the ultimate in comfort.

Manual lymphatic drainage helps encourage the flow and drainage of the lymph. This is very detoxifying, energizing, and helps reduce swelling and water retention. It supports the immune system by assisting in the elimination of toxins, and contributes to a sense of well-being. It is a gentle technique and uses very light pressure.

Smooth basalt stones are warmed up and used in the massage, both on the body and in the therapist’s hands while they work. The heat from the stones relaxes the muscle tissue quickly, which allows for deeper work to be assimilated more effectively. The ultimate in relaxation!

Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle, non-invasive technique that uses a light touch on bony landmarks to connect with the body’s craniosacral pulse. It supports the body’s own healing and regulation responses. Specifically, it can help restore balance and assist in relieving headaches, chronic pain, and fibromyalgia.

Reiki means “universal life force energy”. It’s a healing technique that comes from Japan, and it works to activate the body’s own natural healing response. It’s extremely relaxing and non-invasive, and is especially useful when massage or other bodywork is contraindicated.

Reflexology uses firm pressure on acupressure points on the feet and hands to help induce healing, recovery, and rejuvenation.

Cupping is an ancient technique adapted from Chinese, Egyptian, and Middle Eastern medicine, in which suction cups are used on the body to help increase blood flow and release adhesions and restrictions in the muscle and connective tissue.