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.


http://april.omplace.com

Acu-Yoga Therapy is a holistic approach to wellness combining the eastern healing practices of acupuncture, massage, meditation and yoga. We uncover the root of disease and prescribe a comprehensive treatment including herbs, diet and lifestyle changes. Our approach treats the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual bodies for maximum healing efficiency.
http://www.acuyogatherapy.com

Waynesville-Asheville North Carolina Mobile Onsite Massage & Day Spa Services Upscale Massage therapy & Luxury Health Beauty Day Spa treatments, Spa Packages, Spa Parties in the comfort of your Home, Office, Hotel, Cabin or Vacation Rental Accommodation.

Serving Asheville, North Carolina and all Western North Carolina areas. Fairview-Lake Lure-Black Mountain-Hendersonville-Waynesville-Cherokee.

We specialize in couples packages, romance-romantic getaways. Over 10 yrs, 30 years in business.

Massages, Deep tissue, Japanese Shiatsu, Reiki, Barefoot Ashiatsu Bar, Thai massage, Hot stone, Medical massage therapy, aromatherapy, Reflexology,Romantic Couples massage,Deep Tissue,Facials,Body treatments, Yoga-Fitness Hikes,

Pet therapies, pet baths, pet sitting, pet spa parties..and more. 828-230-1441

Asheville-Fairview-Lake lure

You also, can come to our other New spa -location in Waynesville NC Cherokee area. Smokies

west of Asheville Exit 27, Off of 2018 Dellwood Rd hwy 19 By Lake Junaluska- Sunoco..Appalachian Spa and Natural Bodywork organic skincare & gift shop. Massage day spa: over 20 modalities of Massages, facials, body wraps hand and feet treatments. Couples treatments packages

email:info@appalachianspa.com

All business name-packages and services copyrighted and trademarked..2000--2009 and Black Mountain
http://www.appalachianspa.com

I practice both The Trager Approach and Reiki.

Gentle, yet deeply effective, The Trager Approach, also known as Psychophysical Integration, uses movement to relax the body/mind, ease pain, release habitual patterns, reduce stress, improve athletic perfomance, ease chronic illness. Though the sensations are gentle, the work is profoundly deep.

Both Trager and Reiki are gentle, nurturing and very safe making them appropriate for use by geriatric, pregnant or self-conscious clients, as well those recovering from addiction and abuse.

Welcome to the Asheville Center for Chiropractic & Healing Arts...

Our vision is to empower you with the ability and information you need to live a relaxed and healthy life. The way in which we accomplish this is by providing you with holistic health care in a spa setting to further enhance your experience. We offer gentle chiropractic care, Hatha yoga, Pilates, massage & bodywork, spa therapies, steam treatments, nuritional counceling, workshops, and a 100 Hour Pilates teacher training certification. We also have a bookstore and gift shop featuring an assortment of books, candles, yoga props, and spa products to support you in caring for health.

Nationally GSI certified Structural Integration (SI), the Original Rolf Method is now available in Western North Carolina at Asheville Structural Integration. SI provides an invaluable holistic health alternative in compassionate and caring massage therapy and bodywork, promoting wellness, youthfulness, ease, grace, energy, stamina, self-confidence, transformation and personal growth. It systematically releases patterns of stress and impaired function. It re-engineers our body, improving its architecture and balancing our systems to make maximum use of our natural components.
http://www.healthru-structural-integration.com

Located in North Asheville at beautiful, historic, Clover Cottage are Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapists, Anna Isabela Reality LMBT #3866 and husband David L.Humphreys LMBT #3865. Anna and David describe their massage techniques as Swedish/Deep Tissue. Anna also is certified in Reflexology and is trained in Craniosacral Therapy, and Healing Touch. The treatment rooms at Clover Cottage are in the turret, and provide a wonderful atmosphere for relaxation. Specialties include Couples Massage and massage for Fibromyalgia, Pregnancy, and TMJ. David is also a professional photographer.
http://www.ashevilletouchtherapy.com

Authentic Ayurvedic Health Care (in person or by phone), Nutrition and Lifestyle Counseling, Weight Management, Panchakarma (deep detox and rejuvenation program), Traditional Ayurvedic Therapies, (see our Photo Gallery), Therapeutic Massage, and Ayurvedic Day Spa Packages for Relaxation and Rejuvenation, as well as Yoga Therapy, Private Yoga and Meditation Classes, Color Therapy and Prana Therapy.

Discover What a 5000-Year Old System of Health and Rejuvenation Can Do For You!

Visit our web site for more information, articles and our Newsletter: www.bluelotusayurveda.com
http://www.bluelotusayurveda.com/

Musical Compositions featuring grand piano and strings with orchestration. Relaxing, rejuvenating, stress release and contemporary.
http://www.mikebryantmusic.com

Christie Abeling and Stephen Opper are BODYWISDOM practitioners. They are lifelong students of the mysteries of the body, and advanced practitioners of the movement and healing arts.
http://asheville-massage.com

MASSAGE SCHOOL & HEALTH RETREAT CENTER

Welcome to the the Center for Massage & Natural Health's world-class Natural Health Retreat and Education Center. Located in the heart of the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains, the Center is exquisitely situated on a private 24-acre estate, six miles north of Asheville, North Carolina. Providing the most beautiful, natural setting for its renowned Massage School and the most incredible, magical setting for personal health retreats, juice fasts or one of our exciting, all-inclusive Continuing Education Vacations, owner Peggy M. Huff enhances this serene location with the finest in Retreat Center accommodations, amenities, workshops, Massage Therapy Certification Programs and health oriented vacations for the body, mind and soul.

Our Health Retreat Center welcomes groups and individual guests from all over the world. Our 12,600 square foot facility is wonderfully spacious, yet provides the intimacy of only 15 guest rooms, making it ideal for groups and guests interested in the most exclusive and private retreat experiences. If you are interested in holding your special event here, our Health Retreat Center is the perfect location for retreats in the healing arts, and workshops and seminars of all kinds. We offer spacious guest accommodations, private baths, beautiful meeting space and delicious cuisine in any style your groups requires. We are surrounded by a private 650 acre hard wood mountain forest, making our Retreat conducive to the most profound and intimate retreats.

It is our mission to provide the most desirable natural retreat & education center available, one of unparalleled beauty and serenity, which is dedicated to teachers, students and recipients of the natural healing arts and sciences. Individuals of all colors, spiritual and religious beliefs, political backgrounds and romantic inclinations are welcome here.
http://www.centerformassage.com

COMTA Accredited massage school and massage therapy center in Asheville, NC. Student housing, student loans and financial aid available.

Please visit our website at http://www.centerformassage.com to request your free full-color catalog.
http://www.centerformassage.com

RETREAT & CONFERENCE CENTER, MASSAGE THERAPY TRAINING SCHOOL Located in heart of the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains just 8 miles north of Asheville, our Resort is on a picturesque 24-acre estate exquisite with natural beauty. This peaceful oasis has a large central Lodge that provides meeting facilities, beautiful accommodations, gourmet cuisine, spa services, healing retreats and many leisure activities. The NC Board approved and internationally recognized School of Massage offers six concurrent six-month Massage Therapy Certification Programs (600 HR) annually, and a wellspring of Continuing Education and CEU classes. Our school provides every training facet needed to become a nationally certified bodywork professional with a fulfilling career.
http://www.centerformassage.com

The Cottage of Compassionate Hands in Montford is a special wellness center and spa devoted to health and healing.

* Relax, calm and nurture your whole self

* Nourish mind & body

* Improve flexibility and coordination

* Relieve stress-related symptoms and restore the mind- body balance

Call 828-255-7556 or email us for more information or to schedule a massage and/or spa treatment

Therapies offered at the Cottage:

Swedish Massage

Deep Tissue Massage

Trigger Point Therapy

Craniosacral

Facilitated Stretching

RUIT Repetitive Use Injury

Massage for TMJ

Energy Work

Chinese Cupping Therapy

Hot Stone Therapy

Pregnancy Massage

Ear Candling

Massage for Cancer/Breast Surgeries

Basic Lymphatic Drainage

Referrals for Cancer Support

Spa Treatments

On Site Chair Massage

Outcall Massage

Gloria Coppola provides continuing Education Workshops approved for CE Contact Hours through the NCBTMB.

- Sacred Bodywork - Lomi Lomi

- Introduction to Cranio-Sacral Therapy

- Foot Reflexology

- Thai Massage - Table version

- Raindrop Therapy

- Alleviate Chronic Pain

- Spa Treatments

Also, Transformational workshops "Re-Membering Your Spirit", a journey through the chakra system and "Awakening your Heart Chakra".

Gloria has been training massage therapist for almost 20 years. Her passion and love emanates in her teachings. She has trained individuals nationally.
http://www.Bothendsoftherainbow.com

Energetic and physical healing through the Ritual of Massage and Energywork. We will co-create a safe and sacred space for you to journey into your own feeling of health. Energywork, such as Reiki and Chakra Balancing, can be performed totally off the body. LomiLomi, Swedish and Deep tissue work to release muscle tension in different ways. We can be elaborate or very simple within the space of our session.
http://guenevere.byregion.net

Hannah Desmond,LMBT, is offering Wedding services, Reiki sessions classes and attunements, and transpersonal hypnosis sessions in New Orleans, on the Northshore of Lake Pontchatrain and throughout the country .Visit the wedding site at http://www.heartlightweddings.info
View some wedding pics in the wedding gallery above, click on photos and pull down gallery.

HEALING: In her practice as a healer, Hannah is dedicated to bringing her clients relief from stress, tension, physical and emotional pain. Using a variety of time honored healing modalities, she creates individualized treatments,assisting each client on the path to balance in mind,body and spirit.

Hannah incorporates: Therapeutic Massage for pain and stress relief including essential oils and crystals and gemstones to assist in cleansing and balancing the physical and etheric body; Reiki,a passive touch therapy, bringing deep relaxation and assistance in physical, emotional and spiritual healing; Hypnosis, a journey into a deeply relaxed and focused state, where gentle suggestions for positive change are easily received; Gestalt Therapy techniques which focus on gaining an awareness of emotions and behaviors in the present to bring self understanding and the healing of emotional distress.

To assist her clients in deep healing, Hannah offers combined sessions which includes a hypnotic meditation to deepen openess to healing before beginning massage or Reiki sessions.

Hannah is dedicated to assisting her clients on the path to their greatest healing and highest good. Her premiere therapies incorporate a variety of healing techniques and are both interactive and highly effective..

Hannah can be reached at 504-202-1447 or by email hlh_studio@yahoo.com

Hannah sees clients in the privacy of her home in Covington and in her studio in New Orleans. C
http://heartlighthealing.byregion.net

Jackie Woods, founder of the Adawehi Healing Center and Adawehi Institute, is a Renowned Psychic, Spiritual Teacher, Author, and Seminar Leader.

Adawehi Mission

Adawehi is dedicated to healing
the whole person -
spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical.

We do this by helping people
discover and heal their
unhealthy patterns of
thinking, feeling, and acting
that no longer support them
in living healthy lives.

We provide classes such as Iyengar Yoga, Healthy Cooking, T'ai Chi, Ballroom Dancing, Low Impact Aerobics & Muscle Toning, and Sacred Dance.
Workshops on topics such as Relationships and Communication among others. And, holistic healing services which include Deep Level/Emotional Release Massage Therapy with Russell Woods; Colon Hydrotherapy with Jennifer Woods; Directional/Non-force Chiropractic with Dr. Bob Lily; Chiropractic/Activator Technique with Dr. Winn Sams; Color & Sound Therapy with Autumn Singleton; Astrology Readings with Anna Luciene; Herbal Consultations with J.E. Bradley; and Relaxing Massage with Louise Hillenbrand.
Community events such as dances, game nights, fashion shows, discussion forums, and healthy Sunday morning pancake breakfasts are all designed to help
people create and maintain
healthy ways of interacting
with their world.

http://www.jackiewoods.org

Lara Narayani Golland has 15 years experience in the natural healing field. Studies of Massage, Meditation, Yoga, Ayurveda, Soulpoint, Qi-Gong, Indiginous Dance, Drumming, Chant, Spirituality, Natural Birth Support and Natural Spa Therapy. Through practicing healing arts from various cultures, we tune into the simple laws of nature and realize that all life is holographic and thus connected. In Asheville, Lara Narayani is now available for compassionate and intuitive Massage Therapy and energy clearing treatments by appointment.
http://www.blissfulrituals.com

Lynn Harris, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Neuromuscular Therapist, and Certified Zero Balancer, has advanced training in Craniosacral therapy, and Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage. With over 25 years of experience and over 2,000 hours of training, Lynn has integrated these techniques into her own creative style. Besides giving a wonderfully relaxing healing massage, Lynn specializes in more detailed complaints such as neck and low back problems, whiplash, frozen shoulder, sports injuries, TMJ, headaches, scar tissue adhesions, and digestive problems as a result of trigger points.

Come early for your session, and enjoy relaxing on the therapeutic massage chair in a tranquil setting. Take with you your peace and relaxation, and new self help techniques to keep you healthy.

Lynn's office is conveniently located on Fairview Rd, one mile from Exit 8 off of I-240, and 1 mile from Biltmore Village.