Ancient Form of Healing

My clients often have a combination treatment of Healing Touch and Massage. Massage is one of the most ancient forms of healing. The first writings on massage showed up around 2000 BC. The ancient Greeks and Romans used massage to maintain health and promote healing. As early as the 14^th century, Guy deChauliac was noted to have written a book on surgery and bodywork was mentioned as an adjunct to surgery. During the 16^th century, Ambroise Pare, a French barber surgeon, was noted to have mentioned the many benefits of massage. Also, it was Lord Francis Bacon who observed that massage enhanced circulation. During the 1850's, scientific massage therapy was introduced in the United States by two New York physicians, brothers George and Charles Taylor. (Excerpt from TheMassageGuru)

What is Therapeutic Massage?

Massage is a manual manipulation of the body's soft tissue for the purpose of stimulating circulation and promoting relaxation. It has been used in many world cultures for more than 4,000 years. Massage allows you a quiet time to focus on yourself and become more connected to your body.

Massage is generally used for the reduction of stress and pain. It has been shown to boost the immune system as well.
Since most diseases are exacerbated by stress, massage can help you become and stay healthier.
Massage can help with the following:

• stress reduction
  
• anxiety
  
• relaxation
  
• muscle aches and pains
  
• sleep problems
  
• depression
  
• immune system function
  

What is Swedish Massage?

Swedish massage is primarily used for relaxation. Cream or oil may be used with light strokes. Usually, this is a full body massage. You may want to have some areas skipped or opt to have me work on all of your body. It is important to express your wishes at the time of your appointment.

What is Deep Tissue Massage?

Deep Tissue massage is a goal-oriented massage. With this type of work, I may use my forearms, elbows or thumbs to apply pressure. Deep tissue work can be used in conjunction with Swedish massage to loosen the muscles in a specific area,or by itself for a mini-target session.

What is Myofascial Massage?

Myofascial massage is the slowest type of body work. This type of work is used to relieve aches and pains. Lotions are not used. Instead, I will apply pressure, using the palm of my hand or finger tips. You may be asked to breathe during this session, or move your arms or legs during a stroke so that muscles be better accessed. …more