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There are many different styles and techniques of
massage. Therapeutic massage techniques vary from therapist to
therapist depending on training, experience, and knowledge. It is
important appropriate techniques are used for each individual.
Every person has different issues and it is pertinent your massage be
customized to meet your needs. It is our goal to inform you of
the physical and mental benefits received through massage.
Each individual has different goals they would like to
achieve from therapeutic massage. Some people are looking for
relaxation and relief from stress. Others seek massage for injury
rehabilitation, to increase flexibility, to decrease pain, to increase
circulation and to reduce muscle tension. After understanding the
physical and mental benefits of massage, you should incorporate regular
massage into your health care. Nobody has a better interest in
hour health than you do!! Learn how to optimize your health and
wellness.
ATHLETIC
MASSAGE
The main focus is to improve the performance of the athlete.
Athletic massage helps athletes reach and prolong their peak
performance, increase flexibility, and reduce chance of injury.
It is important appropriate massage strokes and stretching are
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Gastrocnemius-soleus/calf
stretching
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Quadriceps/front leg stretching
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NEUROMUSCULAR
THERAPY
Every massage stroke has different variations and each have a
distinctive and therapeutic benefit. It is important appropriate
techniques are used for each individual. |
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Deep tissue massage
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Deep tissue massage
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STONE THERAPY
(Hot &
Cold)
Smooth stones are heated or cooled and then used
to penetrate deep into the tissues. The soothing heat of hot
stone therapy accelerates blood and lymph flow and increases
circulation. This is a relaxing and soothing treatment for tired
and sore muscles. Cold stone therapy helps to decrease
inflammation and swelling of sore injured muscles and tissues, thus
allowing for deep tissue work.
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Hot Stone Therapy
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