Massage Techniques
Swedish Massage: Long, firm strokes directed toward the center of the body. Employs many techniques to relax the body.
Trigger Point Massage: Direct pressure applied to release nodules in muscles and connective tissue. Used to break patterns of chronic tension or spasm.
Deep Tissue Massage: Deep, slow pressure applied to areas of contracted soft tissue. Used to relieve chronic tension.
Sports Massage: Involves many techniques including stretching, compression, cross-fiber friction and trigger point therapy. Areas of Sports Massage include Maintenance - to maintain optimal athletic performance and Pre and Post Event - to prevent injury and aid in recovery and rehabilitation.
Manual Lymph Drainage: Gentle circular movements that encourage lymph fluid out of congested areas towards the lymph nodes. Aids in the relief of discomfort and swelling associated with carpal tunnel syndrome.
Hot Stone Massage: A specialty massage that uses smooth heated stones to release tight muscles. This is a relaxing form of massage that is deeply soothing.
Reflexology: A healing technique based on the belief that there are reflexes in the hands and feet which correspond to all parts of the body.
Prenatal Massage: Light strokes used to relieve the discomforts that accompany pregnancy. Highly beneficial for the mother and baby including hormone balancing, stress relief, a reduction in swelling and an increase in skin elasticity.
Body Treatments
Spray Tan: Add an amazing sunless tanner that will leave you bronzed for days. You will leave with a beautiful golden-brown tan and a take home container (1-2 more full-body applications). A great add on to any massage or body scrub.
Paraffin: An excellent treatment for arthritis and a great add on to any treatment. Hands and/or feet are submerged in warm, scented paraffin wax and covered with specialty mitts to insulate the heat. The wax penetrates the pores leaving your skin hydrated, soft and supple.
