Massage therapy has been a recognized healing method for thousands of years. The ancient Romans and Greeks used massage regularly as a healing treatment. In the past decade, overwhelming scientific evidence has evidence has accumulated in support of massage therapy. Today massage therapy has joined the alternative medicine techniques of chiropractic and reflexology as a viable health discipline.
Therapeutic Massage Descriptions
- Swedish Massage
One of the most commonly taught and well-known massage techniques, Swedish massage is a vigorous system of treatment designed to energize the body by stimulating circulation. Five basic strokes, all flowing toward the heart, are used to manipulate the soft tissues of the body. The disrobed client is covered by a sheet, with only the area being worked on exposed. Therapists use a combination of kneading , rolling, and effleurage with the application of oil lotion/ gel, to reduce friction on the skin. The many benefits of Swedish massage may include generalized relaxation, dissolution of scar tissue adhesions and improved circulation, which may speed healing from injury. - Deep Tissue
Techniques that utilize deep tissue/deep muscle massage are administered to affect the sub-layer of musculature and fascia. These techniques require more advanced training and a more thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology. The muscles must be relaxed in order to effectively perform deep tissue massage, otherwise tight surface muscles prevent the practitioner from reaching deeper musculature. It helps with chronic muscular pain and injury rehabilitation, and reduces inflammation related pain caused by arthritis and tendonitis. It is generally integrated with other massage techniques. - Sports Massage
Consists of specific components designed to alleviate injuries, reduce inflammation, and
provide warm-up. etc. for recreational, amateur and professional athletes before, during, after, and within their training regimens. - Reflexology
Based on an ancient Chinese therapy, reflexology involves manipulation of specific reflex areas in the foot, hands and ears that correspond to other parts of the body. Sometimes referred to as zone therapy, this bodywork involves application of pressure to these reflex zones to stimulate body organs and relieve areas of congestion. Similar to acupressure principles, reflexology works with the body’s energy flow to stimulate self-healing and maintain balance in physical function . Developed in the United States in the early 1900s, this technique is used today to reduce pain, increase relaxation and stimulate circulation of blood and lymphatic fluids. It is especially useful. in stress-related illness and emotional disorders. Reflexology is also convenient in cases where an area of the body is traumatized or diseased to the extent that direct manipulation is not appropriate. - Rolfing
Attempt to realign the the body with gravity by deeply manipulating the connective tissue that contains the muscles and links to the bones. - Prenatal Massage
Performed by a trained prenatal specialist, many methods of massage and somatic therapies are both effective and safe prenatally, and during labor and postpartum periods of women’s pregnancies. Prenatally, specific techniques can reduce pregnancy discomforts and concerns and enhance the physiological and emotional well-being of both mother and fetus. Skilled, appropriate touch facilitates labor, shortening labor times and easing pain and anxiety. In the postpartum period, specialized techniques rebalance structure, physiology and emotions of the new mother, and may help her to bond with and care for her infant. Specialized, advanced training in the anatomy, physiology, complications, precautions and contraindications is highly recommended, and many practitioners require referrals from physicians prior to therapy - Trigger Point
Trigger point myotherapy is a non-invasive therapeutic modality for the relief and control of myofascial pain and dysfunction. The goal of treatment is the client’s recovery from or a significant reduction in myofascial pain. The treatment goal is achieved through a systematized approach. Treatment consists of trigger point compression, myomassage, passive stretching and a regime of corrective exercises. Success may be measured subjectively by the level of pain reduction experienced by the client and objectively through increased range of motion, strength, endurance and other measures of improved function. Trigger point myotherapy relies heavily on client-therapist interaction, including verbal and nonverbal elements. The myotherapist encourages the client to be personally responsible for their improvement, with attention to such factors as nutritional intake, stress, proper exercises, mechanical abnormalities and other physical components. These elements protect the client from delayed diagnosis, delayed treatment or contraindicated treatments that are the concerns of first order. Trigger point myotherapy is an integrating approach to myofascial pain and dysfunction. - Geriatric Massage
Geriatric massage, with its focus on the elderly, addresses the psychological and physiological aspects of aging and its associated diseases. - Craniosacral
Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, non-invasive method of evaluating and enhancing the function of a physiological body arrangement called the craniosacral system. Developed by John E. Upledger, D.O., O.M.M., this manual therapy enhances the body’s natural healing processes and has proven effective in treating a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction. The craniosacral system consists of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. it extends from the bones of the skull, face and mouth – which make up the cranium – down to the sacrum or tailbone. Since this system influences the development and function of the brain and spinal cord, any imbalance or dysfunction in the craniosacral system could cause sensory, motor or neurological disabilities. These problems may include chronic pain, eye difficulties, scoliosis, motor-coordination impairments, learning disabilities, and other dysfunctions of the central nervous system. Craniosacral therapy encourages the body’s natural healing mechanisms to improve the functioning of the central nervous system, dissipate the negative effects of stress and enhance health and resistance to disease. The craniosacral therapy practitioner uses a light touch to assist the natural movement of fluid within the craniosacral system. Therapists generally use only 5 grams of pressure, roughly the weight of a nickel, to test for restrictions in various parts of the craniosacral system. It’s often possible for the evaluation alone to remove the restriction and allow the system to correct itself. - Spinal Release
Spinal release allows therapists to correct distortions of the central nervous system and restore the body’s center of gravity. The therapist works with techniques that address the eight muscle groups of the lower back. Practitioners also focus on the soft-tissue release procedures for the neck and back as they help identify curvatures of the spine and other dysfunctions. - Chair Massage
6 Great Reasons to have On-site Chair Massage:1) Convenient
No need to change clothes or shower.2) Immediate Results
Don’t wait until your next vacation to feel a noticeable reduction in stress. Unresolved stress and tension can lead to chronic conditions. Including: Headaches, Tendinitis, and Burnout. Some wellness programs can take weeks or months to implement and produce noticeable results.3) Cumulative Effects
Massage can relieve muscle tension, calm the nerves, and reduce the risk of injury. The right touch can also energize, increase alertness, and improve concentration. It teaches you to identify and release tension on your own.4) Enjoyable
Feels good and may encourage other steps toward overall wellness.5) Safe and Easy
Just take a seat and relax! Depth of pressure is adjusted to your preference.6) Affordable
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Benefits of Therapeutic Massage
- Massage therapy is helpful for pain control, stimulating the production of endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers. Special effectiveness is reported for back and shoulder pain, and spinal/nerve problems. Our trademark “Las Vegas Therapeutic Massage™’” system is designed to: increase circulation and reduce pain which can promote deep relaxation and reduce stress; reestablish normal tissue tension and a positive tissue environment; normalize the movement of the musculoskeletal system. Other benefits of massage:
- Massage therapy is an effective treatment for cardiovascular disorders, actually helping to prevent future heart disease. is often more helpful than drugs for neurological and gynecological problems like PMS.
- Massage therapy helps chronic fatigue syndromes, candida albicans infections, and gastrointestinal disorders.
- Massage therapy helps correct poor posture from spinal curvatures and whiplash.
- Massage therapy helps headaches and temporal mandibular joint syndrome (TMJ).
- Massage therapy helps respiratory disorders like bronchial asthma and emphysema.
- Massage therapy promotes recovery from fatigue, muscle spasms and pain after exercise.
- Massage therapy helps break up scar (issue and adhesions, and remove toxins causing eczema or psoriasis.
- Massage therapy effectively treats chronic inflammatory conditions by increasing limbic circulation, especially swelling from fractures or injuries.
- Massage therapy improves blood circulation throughout the entire circulatory system.
- Massage therapy is a wonderful detox technique, promoting mucous and fluid drainage from the lungs and increasing peristaltic action in the intestines to promote fecal elimination. I recommend at least one massage treatment during a 3 to 7 day cleanse to stimulate the body’s immune response and natural restorative powers.