Benefits of Massage
Relaxation
Pain relief
Increases joint flexibility
Aids healing of soft tissue strains or injuries
Manangement of stress
Integration of trauma
Increased Immune Function
Resiliency through life transitions
Decreases psychological stressors
Decreased insomnia
Increased mood regulation
Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Therapy, Pregnancy, Myofascial Release
Massage is a ‘hands-on’ treatment in which a therapist manipulates muscles and other soft tissues of the body to improve health and well-being. Varieties of massage range from gentle movement of muscles and other soft tissues to deeper manual techniques. Massage has been practiced as a healing therapy for centuries in nearly every culture around the world. It helps relieve muscle tension, reduce stress, and evoke feelings of calmness. Although massage affects the body as a whole, it particularly influences the activity of the musculoskeletal, circulatory, lymphatic, and nervous systems.
Massage
Relaxation Massage
A Swedish massage for the purposes of relaxation
Pain Relief Massage
Chronic neuromuscular pain can often be eased with a three-step approach that may include:
Assessment
- Postural Analysis
Release Work
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Neuromuscular Therapy
- Myofascial Release
Stretching-Strengthening
- Take-home TIPS for stretching and strengthening
Injury and Surgery Recovery Massage
Treatment varies depending on client goals and event history and may include the following:
- Ice Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Swedish Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Neuromuscular Therapy
- Somatic Experiencing
Trauma Integration Massage
For those who have already completed some trauma recovery work and are ready to begin the process of integrating safe touch as a part of their healing process
- Swedish Massage
- Somatic Experiencing
Auto Accident—Personal Injury Claims
For those who’ve been in an auto accident and would like to receive massage therapy as part of their recovery process. Most auto insurance policies allow for this, as it can be particularly good for resolving:
- Whiplash
- Headaches
- Body aches and stiffness
Pregnancy Massage
Trimester specific assessment and techniques for the unique needs of the pregnant woman
Couple's Massage
Come with another and receive the gift of massage together, in the same room, at the same time
Bodywork
Clinical Somatic Education
Based on the work of Thomas Hanna, gentle guided movement, fully clothed, for pain relief.
Body-Mind Centering®
Based on the work of Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen, is an integrated and embodied approach to movement, the body and consciousness.
One hip in particular was so
painful that it interfered with
my daily activities, not to
mention hampered sports and
dancing. I am a cautious
believer in ‘alternative therapies’,
but thought I’d give Kristen a
try. She pretty much worked a
miracle, as the pain disappeared
entirely. She is very
knowledgable and listens
carefully. She absolutely
worked for me, and I
would recommend her
to anyone.
Calm. Safe. Sacred. Attentive.
These are the qualities in the air
when Kristen works, and are the
qualities evoked inside myself
when I’m getting a massage
from her.
When pain and tightness would
otherwise throw me (or my
back) into despair
and numbness, Kristen helps
me to return to a state
of flow.
Massage-related Blog posts that may interest you:
Understanding and Healing Lower Back Pain
Understanding and Healing Head, Neck and Shoulder Pain
Scientific Support for Massage and Chronic Pain Relief