Why Should I Get a Massage?

The Benefits of Massage

Increased range of motion and flexibility for sports and daily life
Increased energy and mobility
Faster recovery period after workouts or strenuous activity
Faster recovery from injury
Decreased pain and muscle tension
Decreased stress
Improved homeostasis (balance) within the body
Postural awareness
Better sleep patterns
Relaxation of the mind and body

Effects on Muscles and Connective Tissue

Massage aids in muscle relaxation, relieves spasm or cramps, increases range of motion, stretches tissue and positively affects certain scar tissue. Muscles benefit from massage by direct contact and indirectly from improved circulation. The body can more efficiently circulate clean, oxygenated blood and take deoxygenated blood and other wastes, such as lactic acid, to be discarded as waste material.

Healthy muscles are less likely to become injured. Massage improves flexibility and increases range of motion. It may also decrease recovery time after strenuous activity, which can result in less soreness.

Circulatory and Lymph Systems

Massage promotes circulation of blood and lymph by bringing the body into a state of enhanced homeostasis or balance.

Nervous System

Massage tends to decrease tension and anxiety. It has been shown to be useful in relieving depression. It may also promote a positive self-image and sense of self-worth. It relieves fatigue and enhances a general sense of well-being.

What We Offer

It is important to us that you get the best results possible from your massage experience. Our therapists are Licensed, Certified and dedicated to continuing education. Your massage therapist will make every effort to tailor your massage to your needs. One or more of the following techniques will be used during your massage session.

Sports Massage utilizes massage strokes, stretches and neuromuscular therapy (NMT) tailored to the specific needs of the athlete. Heat and/or ice may be used during the massage session
Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) focuses on releasing trigger points, or zones of hyperirritability, within taught bands of muscle by applying pressure, stretching, and applying heat and/or ice when needed
Myofascial Release is a technique incorporating pressure and stretching to loosen and release adhesions in connective tissue
Deep Tissue Massage is very deep massage designed to elongate muscles and break up scar tissue
Swedish Massage is the cornerstone of massage. Includes compression and kneading of the muscles. Very relaxing