Massage Therapy provides relief to people from all walks of life. It has an impressive range of physical, mental, and emotional benefits such as treating body injuries, reducing heart rate, headaches, chronic pain, mental stress, nerve function, blood circulation, muscle tone, posture, stimulating the release of endorphins.

Neuromuscular Therapy emphasizes the role of the brain, spine, and nerves in muscular pain. One goal is to relieve tender, congested spots in muscle tissue and compressed nerves that may radiate pain to other areas of the body. Also referred as Trigger Points Therapy.

Electrotherapy
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)A low-voltage electrical current is delivered through the skin via electrodes placed near the source of pain. The electricity from the electrodes stimulates nerves in the affected area and sends signals to the brain that "scramble" normal pain perception. TENS is not painful and has proven to be an effective therapy to mask pain. The treatment is believed to stimulate the body's production of endorphins or natural pain killers.

Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS)
Electric impulses are used to contract muscles. EMS has been used in the field of medicine as therapy for muscle atrophy, as well as muscle reeducation (reduces spasms, increases local blood circulation and promotes relief from minor pain (joint pains, muscle aches, etc.) and stress.

Traction Therapy
A corrective decompressive device commonly used for individuals with painful necks and back pain stiffness.
The lumbar and cervical curves of the spine normally define forward curves of about 35 to about 45 degrees where weight is distributed relatively evenly on individual vertebral surfaces and discs. In individuals with lost or reversed cervical and lumbar spinal curves, due to injury, illness, habitual micro-trauma or simply poor posture, the weight of the body bears forward on the soft, non-bony intervertebral discs causing the discs to wear and degenerate. Over time, these individuals exhibit a significant loss of natural joint movement. Lack of natural movement in the spine over time causes a reduction of nutrient rich fluids that normally lubricate and maintain flexibility of the spine which lead to discs dehydration, loss of mobility, and possible nerve damage.

Sport Massage is a combination of different massage techniques to enhance sports performance and recuperation. As an effective component of any training program, massage may enhance and stimulate the performance, as a pre-event routine, as well to relax and recuperate after a strenuous competition, with the post-event routine.

Heat and Cold Therapy

Deep tissue/Deep Frictioning techniques is a logical continuation of Swedish Massage. The techniques are generally designed for deep and more focused massage work (very effective with injuries by breaking down scar tissue that prevents proper healing within muscles, ligaments and tendons). Working a specific muscle, joint, or muscle group, the practitioner can access deeper layers of the soft tissue. Starting superficially and easing into the depth of the muscle slowly, often allows more movement. Each person experiences pressure differently. If the pressure is applied too deeply or too quickly, the muscle may tighten to protect that area. Therapeutically, it is a very useful massage for various ailments such as sprain and strain, tension and stress, aches and pains.

Reflexology shares many fundamental concepts with acupressure and other energy medicines, but holds that the feet are the key to health. Some therapist promote the “zone therapy” as an explanation for the reflexology. Other use the nervous system network, feet being at the extremities and well innervated as the hands are.
By manipulating and massaging the various zones, reflexologists assess and correct the flow of energy through the zone, thereby treating problems in the associated organs. It is used to relieve pain and stress, improve circulation, treat migraines, digestive problems and chronic conditions (which require long-term reflexology treatment)

What to Expect During a Session
If you were referred because of a pain, an injury or a specific tension problem, the first session is spent assessing the problem and making recommendations for treatment. In a hands-on injury treatment session, one or several parts of the body may be treated. Treatments may start with the client on his or her back, or face down, depending on the reason for the treatment. The client is often asked to participate in deciding what is needed during a particular session. Injury treatment sessions usually begin at twice a week and scale down as the condition improves.

If you come for a general treatment session, a few minutes are spent on a brief history before the treatment is given.

Client Comfort, Communication and Safety
During the treatment, your comfort is the most important factor. Shorts/undergarments will be required depending on the type of treatment that will be performed. During the session, you are encouraged to relax and inform the practitioner if anything makes you uncomfortable, either physically or psychologically.

Talking may occur during the treatment, but often the practitioner will ask you to talk with him or her before or after the session so you can relax as you are worked on. However, if something feels uncomfortable during the session, please speak up immediately.

After the Treatment
If you are being treated for an injury or tension problem, you might be sore for one to two days after a session. Be sure to tell the practitioner if you are sore for longer than two days so that the treatment can be adjusted.