The Benefits of Massage
But what if that hour of massage did more for you than just take the pressures of the day away? What if that gentle, Swedish massage helped you combat cancer? What if bodywork helped you recover from a strained hamstring in half the time? What if your sleep, digestion and mood all improved with massage and bodywork? What if these weren't just "what ifs"?
We now have scientific proof of the benefits of massage - benefits ranging from treating chronic diseases and injuries to alleviating the growing tensions of our modern lifestyles. Having a massage does more than just relax your body and mind - there are specific physiological and psychological changes which occur, even more so when massage is utilized as a preventative, frequent therapy and not simply mere luxury. Massage not only feels good, but it can cure what ails you.
What You Already Know: The Benefits of Massage
In an age of technical and, at times, impersonal medicine, massage offers a drug-free, non-invasive and humanistic approach based on the body's natural ability to heal itself. So what exactly are the benefits to receiving regular massage and/or bodywork treatments?
- Increases circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs. s
- Stimulates the flow of lymph, the body's natural defense system, against toxic invaders. For example, in breast cancer patients, massage has been shown to increase the cells that fight cancer.
- Increased circulation of blood and lymph systems improves the condition of the body's largest organ - the skin.
- Relaxes and softens injured and overused muscles
- Reduces spasms and cramping
- Increases joint flexibility.
- Reduces recovery time, helps prepare for strenuous workouts and eliminates subsequent pains of the athlete at any level.
- Releases endorphins - the body's natural painkiller - and is being used in chronic illness, injury and recovery from surgery to control and relieve pain.
- Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema and can be used to reduce and realign scar tissue after healing has occurred.
- Improves range-of-motion and decreases discomfort for patients with low back pain.
- Relieves pain for migraine sufferers and decreases the need for medication.
- Provides exercise and stretching for atrophied muscles and reduces shortening of the muscles for those with restricted range of motion.
- Assists with shorter labor for expectant mothers, as well as less need for medication, less depression and anxiety, and shorter hospital stays.
Evidence is showing that the more massages you allow yourself, the better you feel!
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Master Massage (deep tissue)
This firm massage will release tension, blockages and knots while relieving muscular tension and spasm due to stress, work or athletic activities
Integrated Massage Therapy
Massage therapy restores vital energy, reduces stress and promotes a balanced combination of modalities ranging from gentle to firm pressure, paying attention to areas requiring extra care or concentration.
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Prenatal
We will address expectant mother needs. Massage can alleviate swelling, insomnia and help prevent anemia during pregnancy.
Wild Lime Blossom
This aromatic scalp and full body massage treatment is perfect antidote for stress and fatigue. A special recipe of avocado oil is blended with wild lime blossom, ginger and sandalwood before a vigorous application to the scalp, neck and shoulders. A full body massage with citrus extracts restores the body and mind while the scalp treatment soothes and nourishes.
Rubbed and Wrapped
This unique therapy begins with a brisk rubdown using warmed oils of your choosing:
• Detox (ginger-lemongrass
• Relax (lavender - tangerine)
• Muscles cleanser(wintergreen - eucalyptus)
Once the oil has been applied, you will be wrapped to "bake" peacefully, before enjoying 90 minutes massage.Reflexology
Indulge tired, overworked feet with this relaxing, restorative treatment. Reflexology is natural healing art restores the flow of energy thought the body and provides a sense of peace and renewed balance. Tiredness and distress disappear and you feel your entire body becoming relaxed and revitalized!
Bad Head
An acupressure application of essential scalp oils and Nina's signature scalp and earring massage makes an indulgent addition to any massage or body treatment
Aroma Power Massage
Our sense of smell is directly and powerfully linked to our brain. Tapping this intense sensory experience we will add essential oils to carrier oil and apply to the skin during massage, inducing deep relaxation and increasing one's sense of well-being. Choose any formula below:
• Anxiety relief - geranium, bergamot and lavender
• Clarity - basil, cardamom, geranium, bergamot, rosemary and peppermint
• Longevity - thyme, clove, orange and frankincense
• Soothing - wintergreen, eucalyptus, lemon and peppermint
• Peace - orange, grapefruit, lime, tangerine
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
This gentle and specific technique stimulates the lymphatic system, enhances the circulation activity and reproduction of white blood cells and encourages the body's natural process of releasing bacteria and toxins. This unique massage stimulates the immune system as well as to treat edemas and lymphedema disease and designed to give special relief from fatigue, stress and pain.
