You will reap the benefits of massage if it becomes a regular part of your life. My goal is for us to work together to take better care of your health, long-term.
Communication is key. I need to know what you're feeling, experiencing and what you're looking to gain in order to best help you. In turn, I will explain the treatment and what you can expect to gain from it.
Massage is a tool to help heal. Whether it's stress, illness or simply to pamper yourself, the benefits of massage can be life changing. I would be honored to take that journey with you.
Deep Tissue Massage reaches deeper layers of muscles. It is used to break down knots and relieve pressure points throughout the body. This massage is beneficial for athletes and those who sit for long periods of time.
GUA SHA, a traditional Chinese medical treatment. Pronounced (GWA - SHAH). This treatment involves scraping the skin to form light bruises. It is thought that during this process, unhealthy elements are released from injured areas of the body and blood flow is stimulated to decrease pain and increase the healing process.
Perhaps what
GUA SHA, a traditional Chinese medical treatment. Pronounced (GWA - SHAH). This treatment involves scraping the skin to form light bruises. It is thought that during this process, unhealthy elements are released from injured areas of the body and blood flow is stimulated to decrease pain and increase the healing process.
Perhaps what makes it appear so painful are the red marks left all over a person body post-procedure. These rash-like marks and bruises are known as petichia, which is simply stagnant blood that is trapped in the tissues. During an injury, blood flow is decreased to the injury site and both lactic acid and uric acid can get trapped underneath the skin, or within bound up muscle. Forcing that blood out of these tissue masses is what causes the petechia (bruise-like appearances) and promotes healing, thereby reducing pain.
Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.