Massage Therapy
Massage therapy, the oldest and simplest form of medical treatments, is a practiced art from ancient times. Therapists throughout history have developed massage techniques to release muscle tension and overall stress within the body. Once you experience an emotional or physical event, your experience becomes stored in your muscles causing stress, tension, and discomfort. Massage therapy can release your stressors, thus leaving you with a sense of tranquility.
The many massage techniques practiced today are proven to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasms, and stress. Massage therapy promotes health, wellness, and improves the function of the circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal, and nervous system. Amazingly, it can improve the rate at which the body recovers from injury.
The benefits of massage extend to everyone.
Experience your choice of massage therapy at Axis of Movement!
Swedish
Also known as a relaxation massage. This is the classic form of massage therapy. It uses smooth, flowing strokes to promote relaxation, relieve muscular tension, improve circulation, and increase flexibility.
Hot Stone
Very similar to the Swedish massage. This technique uses a combination of essential oils and heated stones to promote a state of deep relaxation. The heat from the stones penetrates deeper into the muscles to ease tension, soothe inflammation, and stimulate the circulatory system. This leaves the muscles soft and supple to allow the therapist to work at a deeper level.
Deep Tissue
A specialized form of therapy used to release chronic muscle tension and eliminate scar tissue. This technique focuses on the deep layers of the muscle and is usually done in specific areas of the body which are contracted and hold the most tension. Your therapist will work deeper in these areas using fingers, knuckles, and elbows, which may cause some muscle soreness during and immediately after the session. Soreness should subside within twenty-four to thirty-six hours.
Sports
Promotes flexibility, reduces muscle tension, relieves swelling, and prevents injuries. Each session is tailored to the individual athlete to achieve peak performance.
Trigger Point Therapy/Neuromuscular
Trigger points are areas of the muscles which are very tender. They are also known as “muscle knots.” Trigger points can cause stiffness and lessen range of motion. A trigger point can refer pain to other parts of the body, or remain localized in the specific muscle.
Trigger Point Therapy/Neuromuscular works by applying pressure to each trigger point to release the tension and increase circulation, thus increasing flexibility and mobility of the affected muscle. Pressure is applied with finger, knuckles, and elbows, which may cause some muscle soreness during and immediately after the session. Soreness should subside within twenty-four to thirty-six hours.
Pre-Natal
Pamper yourself and your baby with Pre-Natal Massage. Pre-Natal Massage will reduce your stress, and your mental and physical fatigue. It will enhance the function of the muscles and joints, improving muscle tone and circulation. You receive the physical benefits of massage, a supportive environment and nurturing touch, which in turn will nurture the new life growing within you.
Post-Natal
Helps to restore the body to its pre-pregnancy condition. A new mother’s body experiences aches and pains as it changes postpartum; from lifting awkward car seats, to bending over a crib, nursing, and changing diapers. Post-natal massage will help relieve those associated aches and pains and help you cope with stress. You will feel rested, relaxed and able to easily care for your newborn.
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