Massage Therapy

Swedish Massage

The term “Swedish Massage” refers to a variety of techniques specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart.

The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles.

Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases circulation without increasing heart load. It stretches the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable. Swedish Massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system and soothes the nerves themselves at the same time. It reduces stress, both emotional and physical, and is suggested in a regular program for stress management. It also has many specific medical uses.

Generally regarded as the most common form of massage, Swedish massage involves a wide combination of strokes and concentrates on the muscles and connective tissues of the body for improved circulation, relaxation, pain relief, and overall health maintenance and well-being.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue Massage is a massage technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the fibers of the muscles, tendons and fascia.

Deep tissue massage is used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles not with the grain. Deep tissue massage helps to break up and eliminate scar tissue. Deep tissue massage usually focuses on more specific areas and may cause some soreness during or right after the massage. However, if the massage is done correctly you should feel better than ever within a day or two.

Prenatal Massage

Massage is performed with precaution in the first trimester due to the danger of miscarriage during that time, if you have a high risk pregnancy or any health concerns during these first three months, massage may not be for you until after this time.

Massage can ease pain and provide comfort during those nine long months.
In the second trimester, for example, when the baby sits high in the uterus and presses on the organs, massage around the diaphragm helps the mother relax and breath more freely. Light work around the hips and a gentle lifting of the baby can reduce pressure on the bladder.

Hot Stone Massage

This wonderful therapy has its roots far back as the ancient world. Today, Hot Stone therapy is becoming widely known for its therapeutic and deep relaxing benefits. The technique involves placing water-heated smooth stones of various sizes on key points on the body or face. The resulting deep massage and sensation of warmth and comfort is not to be missed. Hot stone massage warms up soft tissue for deeper work and initiates lymphatic drainage.

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Fees for Massage Therapy

Victoria Duncan RMT 1 Hour $ 80.00 1/2 hour $ 50.00 45 minute $ 65.00 90 minutes $120.00	Jeff Green RMT 1 Hour $ 80.00 1/2 hour $ 50.00 45 minute $ 65.00 90 minutes $120.00
Jennifer Keaveney, RMT 1 hour $ 75.00 1/2 hour $ 50.00 45 minutes $ 65.00 90 minutes $115.00	Jennifer Posylek RMT 1 hour $ 75.00 1/2 hour $ 50.00 45 minutes $ 65.00 90 minutes $115.00

All prices exclude applicable taxes.
A receipt will be provided with a registration number
on it for insurance purposes.

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