MYOFASCIAL RELEASE/Massage Specialties
Myofascial Release/Massage therapy is a wonderful way to relieve stress and ease tension in the body.
Myofascial release focuses on stretching and manual pressure that loosens restricted motion.
Swedish
This type of massage is most common in the west and is based on anatomy and physiology of the human body. The goal of Swedish massage is to relax the entire body. The massage therapist will accomplish this by rubbing on muscles in long gliding strokes, in the direction of blood returning to the heart. This type of massage helps to improve circulation and flexibility, increase the level of oxygen in the blood, and decrease muscle tension, while easing tension.
Deep Tissue
Deep tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in muscles and connective tissues (or fascia). The therapist will target areas of concern and knots which are present, and release chronic muscle tension. It’s called “deep tissue” massage because it is aimed at the muscles located below the surface of the top muscles, and will invariably work out hard knots or adhesions that exist in those muscles. Many of the same techniques used in Swedish massage are used in Deep Tissue massage as well, but the pressure is usually more intense and focused. This does not mean it needs to be a painful experience in order to be effective. The therapist would like you to speak up if there is pain or discomfort.
Raindrop
Raindrop Therapy Massage uses essential oils that have been studied for their immune system effects and antimicrobial properties as well as anti-inflammatory properties. Antimicrobial essential oils are used to reduce inflammation by killing the viral agents, thus bringing the body into structural and electrical alignment. The oils are dispensed like little drops of rain from a height of about six inches above the back and massaged along the vertebrae. These oils in combination with deep-tissue massage therapy provide a relaxing and beneficial experience to the client. During the massage, the oils are absorbed through the skin and thus continue to stimulate the body for the next five to seven days.
Read More about Raindrop Technique Here
Prenatal Myofascial/Massage
Pregnancy Myofascial/Massage - Some Interesting Facts
As a massage therapist, I have always enjoyed working with women before, during, and after the birth of their babies and I am always interested in learning more and more about the many benefits and science behind prenatal massage and postnatal massage.
I attended a great talk by Leslie Stager, one of the foremost authorities on pregnancy massage.
The talk was entitled "Myths and Realities" and here are a few of the tidbits that I took away:
* Myofascial/Massage in the first trimester is fine and wonderfully helpful!
* Because miscarriage rates in the first trimester are so common (22-24%), there had been a perception that there was an association between the two. The truth is that a healthy pregnancy is very difficult to dislodge. If it were otherwise, there wouldn't be demand for abortive technologies.
* Massage of the ankles during pregnancy is commonly thought to be something to be avoided because of acupuncture points associated with the uterus. Receiving massage of the ankles is NOT a concern if just a couple of specific acupressure points are avoided. Acupressure stimulates specific and intentional points that can help support labor labor if it has already begun or is ready to start.
* Reflexology also supports pregnancy and labor and not miscarriage.
* The biggest concern with massage during pregnancy is due to increased blood volume and the possibility of blood clots. During a pregnancy massage care is taken to not work deeply in the thigh and calf areas for this reason. Lighter, flowing massage strokes are safe and soothing.
* Massage during the perinatal period is overwhelmingly supportive to the well being of Mama and Baby!
You can experience the benefits of Prenatal Myofascial/Massage
by visiting us here at SpringWell Health Center!
Call us today to schedule an appointment: 541-343-3455
This type of massage is most common in the west and is based on anatomy and physiology of the human body. The goal of Swedish massage is to relax the entire body. The massage therapist will accomplish this by rubbing on muscles in long gliding strokes, in the direction of blood returning to the heart. This type of massage helps to improve circulation and flexibility, increase the level of oxygen in the blood, and decrease muscle tension, while easing tension.
Deep Tissue
Deep tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in muscles and connective tissues (or fascia). The therapist will target areas of concern and knots which are present, and release chronic muscle tension. It’s called “deep tissue” massage because it is aimed at the muscles located below the surface of the top muscles, and will invariably work out hard knots or adhesions that exist in those muscles. Many of the same techniques used in Swedish massage are used in Deep Tissue massage as well, but the pressure is usually more intense and focused. This does not mean it needs to be a painful experience in order to be effective. The therapist would like you to speak up if there is pain or discomfort.
Raindrop
Raindrop Therapy Massage uses essential oils that have been studied for their immune system effects and antimicrobial properties as well as anti-inflammatory properties. Antimicrobial essential oils are used to reduce inflammation by killing the viral agents, thus bringing the body into structural and electrical alignment. The oils are dispensed like little drops of rain from a height of about six inches above the back and massaged along the vertebrae. These oils in combination with deep-tissue massage therapy provide a relaxing and beneficial experience to the client. During the massage, the oils are absorbed through the skin and thus continue to stimulate the body for the next five to seven days.
Read More about Raindrop Technique Here
Prenatal Myofascial/Massage
Pregnancy Myofascial/Massage - Some Interesting Facts
As a massage therapist, I have always enjoyed working with women before, during, and after the birth of their babies and I am always interested in learning more and more about the many benefits and science behind prenatal massage and postnatal massage.
I attended a great talk by Leslie Stager, one of the foremost authorities on pregnancy massage.
The talk was entitled "Myths and Realities" and here are a few of the tidbits that I took away:
* Myofascial/Massage in the first trimester is fine and wonderfully helpful!
* Because miscarriage rates in the first trimester are so common (22-24%), there had been a perception that there was an association between the two. The truth is that a healthy pregnancy is very difficult to dislodge. If it were otherwise, there wouldn't be demand for abortive technologies.
* Massage of the ankles during pregnancy is commonly thought to be something to be avoided because of acupuncture points associated with the uterus. Receiving massage of the ankles is NOT a concern if just a couple of specific acupressure points are avoided. Acupressure stimulates specific and intentional points that can help support labor labor if it has already begun or is ready to start.
* Reflexology also supports pregnancy and labor and not miscarriage.
* The biggest concern with massage during pregnancy is due to increased blood volume and the possibility of blood clots. During a pregnancy massage care is taken to not work deeply in the thigh and calf areas for this reason. Lighter, flowing massage strokes are safe and soothing.
* Massage during the perinatal period is overwhelmingly supportive to the well being of Mama and Baby!
You can experience the benefits of Prenatal Myofascial/Massage
by visiting us here at SpringWell Health Center!
Call us today to schedule an appointment: 541-343-3455
