Massage Basics

Massage is the practice of applying structured or unstructured pressure, tension, motion, or vibration — manually or with mechanical aids — to the soft tissues of the body, including muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments, joints, lymphatic vessels, and organs of the gastrointestinal system to achieve a beneficial response. Massage Therapy is performed primarily by a professional Massage Therapist but is often used as a form of therapy by other Healthcare practitioners such as Chiropractors, Osteopaths and Physical Therapists.

The types of massage I offer aid the processes of injury healing, relief of psychological stress, for pain management pain, and for the improvement of circulation. Explanation of the types of massage I am qualified to offer are listed in the Profile and Credentials section below.

In my practice I want you to be comfortable, therefore I have several treatment options available that involve lying on a massage table, sitting upright in a massage chair, or lying on a pad on the floor.

Communication

Good communication is essential to effective massage. Before we begin we will discuss the type of treatment expected: intention of the massage, areas to be massaged and to be avoided in full body massage, the amount of pressure that is comfortable, preferred techniques and how they will affect your body and overall wellbeing. Your first visit will include discussion of your medical history and current physical condition.


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Our intention is to provide students with the highest quality of authentic yoga instruction while making a contribution to the world through service, growth, and yoga. Through a holistic and whole practice, classical and authentic yoga not only unites the physical and stress relieving benefits of the body and mind, its practice also illuminates our self awareness, discovery, and fulfillment in each moment of our lives. We offer classes, yoga teacher training, massage, and yoga therapy. For more information regarding our programs, please visit www.5thelementyoga.com.

3% of our class proceeds are donated to the Lift a Spirit Foundation charities each month.
http://www.5thelementyoga.com

I offer three treatments that take the pampering experience to a new dimension. Providing almost an overload of sensory input. My massage therapies include the Traditional Balinese Massage, Hot Stone Massage and the Ayurvedic Yogic Massage. Other treatments available are the Royal Herbal & Flower Petal Bath and the Javanese Herbal Scrub. Please click on "My Classifieds" and "Special Offers" above to see my monthly and seasonal specials.

MASSAGE THERAPY / HYPNOSIS / REIKI / EFT / YOGA - Beneficial Bodyworks, LLC is a wellness-based company committed to providing it's customers with caring alternative services and training, as well as inspiring workshops and classes which promote healing, personal growth, enhance the quality of life and result in an overall sense of well-being.


http://www.beneficialbodyworks.com

Life takes it out of you, Nurturework puts it back. Visit nurturework.com for more info.

Massage is "structured touch" or touching with purpose.  This purpose may be directed towards relieving muscle pain and stress, increasing body awareness, or bringing equilibrium to a life in crisis.

Tangible outcomes are experienced in the active stimulation of skin, lymph and blood. Massage brings balance to nearly every system in the body. And, helps to bring a tranquilizing effect throughout the nervous system. 

Massage is a healthy way to handle stress.

SEE SPECIALS in the profile area for free massage info.
http://www.nurturework.com

COLON HYDROTHERAPY

Massage Therapy

Infra-Red Sauna

Day Spa

Naturopathic

Massage Therapy School
http://www.colonic.net

Don Hauck, Phd;DD - offering Hypnotherapy; Massage; Guided Imagery; Healing Hands; Meditation; Pain Management; Stress Managment; Healing Touch; Addiction Recovery; Past Life Therapy; Self-Healing; Counselor!
http://www.acreativecenter.com

A Great New Day! Spa & Health Center offers clients a wide range of massage, facials, & life coaching. Clare Culpepper, owner, has been a licensed esthetician in both Colorado and New Mexico for nine years. We are now offering microdermabrasion and chemical peels. Your health and wellness is our ultimate goal!
http://www.agreatnewday.com

At A Healing Place I offer intuitive energetic healing techniques in the form of DNA Theta Healing, Reiki, Healing Touch and massage. I have a very relaxing and healing space in which to see in-person clients for my full range of services. For distant healing clients I offer sessions using DNA Theta Healing, please get in touch with me for details. I also offer Chaldean Astrology chart readings in-person or with a taped chart mailed to you.
http://www.a-healing-place.com

At A Healing Touch we strive to have the highest ethical standard to provide a stress free environment where our clientele receive a respectful, professional massage that integrates the body, the heart, and the mind to promote health and wellness. We offer traditional Swedish massage with other modalities (i.e. Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, MFR as needed) along with Spa Treatments, Hot Stones Massage, CranioSacral Therapy, Reiki and other energy work.
http://A-Healing-Touch.com

I've been practicing massage therapy for over 14 years.I specialize in relaxing swedish massage with deep tissue techniques such as acupressure,sports and reflexology.I also do cranial sacral therapy,prenatel,parrafin treatments and ear candling.Serving Stafford/Fredericksburg,also Va.Beach.Va."By appointment only".

Imagine standing at the crossroads of your life, with eyes wide open & hear engaged.

Imagine discovering the path to living the life you are destined to.

A LIFE WELL LIVED can help you get there!

Our holistic approach to coaching creates a safe space for refection & postive growth. Through a series of intentional conversations and therapeutic bodywork you can explore,discover, dream & ultimately take action.

"specializing in women going through major life transtions"
http://alifewellived.com

My original training was at the Pittsburgh School of Pain Management for Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy (1999), which is now a 650 hour course. This school teaches from the medical text "Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction The Trigger Point Manual" by Drs Travell and Simons and does not teach massage.

This training puts my understanding of MYOFASCIAL PAIN AND DYSFUNCTION far ahead of the massage therapist and Chiropractors who had "trigger point massage" included in the 500 hour massage program or took a weekend class or two. I have since gone on to attain the National Certification in Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy and the National Certification in Medical Massage.

With these and other modalities, my focus has always been pain management and correction of muscle dysfunction. Many pain complaints are due to dysfunction of muscle and soft tissue, which can be addressed using Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy, Medical Massage, Orthopedic Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy and Therapeutic Exercise. I have worked with Chiropractors and MDs to provide, in many cases, far better pain management than Pharmaceuticals can provide.

I specialize in MIGRAINES, HEADACHES and upper body problems, partially because these were my own pain complaints and partially because these are so extremely common. Pharmaceuticals such as pain meds and anti-inflammatory seldom work for long-term relief where as addressing the trigger points and other soft tissue dysfunction actually REMOVES the problem in many cases.


http://www.healthatsewickley.com

A Path Engaged

Katherine currently teaches massage therapy at one of oldest massage schools in Houston. Once a month she provides massage and energy work for residents of an assisted living facility.

Private services include

Meridian Massage - involves tuning into the meridians of the body, working with related muscles and their connections to the spine. The final step in this session works with layers of the energetic bodies.

Distance Energy Sessions sends healing energy to someone in another part of the city, country, world. Recieve gentle energy that assists you on your personal journey. Many clients feel as if they are being hugged during these sessions. This technique is especially helpful for people who are recovering from an illness or accident. Permission from the person receiving the treatment is required.

Far Infrared Therapy offers a 20 minute session on a Biomat 2000. Improves the Immune System, Improves Skin, Increases Blood Circulation and Strengthens Cardiovascular System, Eases Joint pain and Stiffness, Removes Toxins, Relieves Pain

President of San Francisco's American Massage Therapy Association (Golden Gate Unit), healer Katy Dreyfuss combines massage therapy and reflexology for relaxation, pain relief, and mental clarity. Bodywork sessions include Massage (Deep Tissue, Sports, Pregnancy), Reflexology, Shiatsu, Reiki, Polarity and Aromatherapy. Special positioning available for large bellies and sinus problems. Also certified in Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy and Kripalu Yoga. Katy is professional, intuitive, kind, and smart.

Stress management seminars also available.
http://www.apieceofpeace.com

Kriya massage therapist. Full body, smooth and flowing massage, based on stress relief. Also trained in Prenatal, Acupressure, Breathwork, Neuromuscular, Reiki, Reflexology and Colonhydrotherapy.

We are a full service holistic health center in Mentor, Ohio. Featuring massage therapy, Reiki, Hypnosis, Yoga, aromatherapy products and classes, ACIM study groups, recovery meetings, and many differant classes and workshops.
http://www.atchofserenity.com

The ARE (Association for Research & Enlightenment) N.Y. Center - the Edgar Cayce organization - offers Health and Wellness services including Chiropractic, Cayce-Reilly Massage, Acupuncture, Reflexology, Hot Stone Therapy, Reiki, Hypnotherapy, and Healing Prayer. The only place in NYC where internationally known British "Spiritual Healer," Malcolm Smith offers his services.

We offer workshops, courses, study groups in Meditation, Practical Spirituality, Healing, Psychic Development, Dreams, Reincarnation, Astrology, more.

For an appointment: 212-691-7690. For a calendar, view our website: www.arenyc.org.

Visit us for spiritual fellowship.

PICTURE AT RIGHT: Dr. Scott Keller, "Caycean Chiropractor"


http://www.arenyc.org

Chair Massage, corporate chair massage, Massage therapy specialists.Mobile Chair Massage Therapists, Specialists- Mobile- Corporate on-site Chair massage in Maryland, Washington, DC., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania We Travel to you on short notice. Baltimore, Maryland, Washington DC 410-925-3713

Stress Management Through Relaxation,Business to Business (B2B).Call centers, Sales, meetings & conference planners. Public relations. Human resources. Key employee retention benefits & incentives.

Corporate & Convention Booth We draw prospects to your booth, exhibit and hospitality suite. Your booth will be known as "Where they're giving the free massages".Chair massage for individuals, receptions, special events,grand openings, Bridal showers, parties.Etc.


http://www.mymassageguy.com

Our philosopy is absolute health through massage therapy. Stress reduction and pain relief can be eliminated through Swedish, deep tissue/sports, or LaStone massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Qigong and Quantum Touch. Our therapists are nationally certified, licensed and members of the American Massage Therapy Association. Gift certificates are available. Visa and MasterCard are excepted
http://www.absolutehealthimprovement.com